4H Camp Hidden Valley: 4H Arts Specialist - Watkins Glen, NY
Cornell University
New York
$2,200 per month
Temporary
Full-time
2 months ago
The mission of Hidden Valley 4-H Camp is to provide youth with a fun, residential camp experience under the guidance of positive role models that emphasize camp community building, positive social interactions, environmental awareness, and skill building.The 4-H Arts Specialist is responsible for planning and leading arts and crafts programs, ordering and inventorying art supplies in concert with the Assistant Director. The 4-H Arts Specialist will live on Camp and serve as a cabin counselor for the summer camp season.DurationThe summer camp season includes one senior staff week beginning June 23rd, one week of mandatory staff training from June 30th through July 7th, and five full weeks and one partial week of residential and day camp running from Sunday at 11:00 AM to Friday at 6:00 PM except the weekend starting August 9th. This weekend will be a working weekend for all camp staff. The specific dates the Camp is in operation are July 7th through August 13th. The Arts Specialist will remain on Camp until August 16th to assist in closing the camp facility.Specific ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement 4-H arts programming, including photography and other digital media geared to camp ages, interests, and abilitiesUse recommended HV 4-H Camp Curriculum and Project Planning templates as a guideCoordinate and incorporate music and drama elements into the weekly Arts camp offeringsSupervise campers at the Arts & Crafts buildingManage camp art budget, order, and oversee inventory of art suppliesAssist in the management and care of the physical facilities and equipment in the arts and crafts program areaServe as a positive role model in language, appearance, and behaviorParticipate and provide leadership in all camp programsSupport and embrace diversity in all interactions with campers, other staff members, volunteers, and parents. Implement programs that engage diverse backgrounds, interests, and learning stylesOther duties will be assigned as requiredQualifications18 years of age or olderExperience as a camper or working with childrenAbility to supervise and organize youth and young adultsAbility to communicate effectively with the Assistant Camp Director, work as part of the team at Hidden Valley 4-H Camp, and with campers and camp familiesIncorporates Teamwork and Flexibility into their daily work styleAbility to plan and lead programsPOSITION DETAILS:This is a full time, (TEMPORARY) exempt position.Salary and Benefit DetailsThe rate of pay will be $2200.00. (Rate will be reduced for any time scheduled but not worked during the period) The pay rate is commensurate with experience, certifications, responsibilities, and availability. Benefits are not available for this position.Application InstructionsReview of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.To be considered for this position, all candidates must:Complete *ALL* sections of the online application and questionnaires.Attach a Cover Letter.Attach a Resume.READ THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS BELOW TO BE SURE YOU ARE UPLOADING DOCUMENTS AS REQUESTED.External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations) Please refer to the "Applying for a Job (External Candidate)" document for additional guidance here: http://cce.cornell.edu/sites/default/files/applying_external.pdf.Internal Applicants: Current employees of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ontario County are considered internal applicants. Please log into Workday to search jobs and apply using your professional profile.Contact Bruce Condie at with any questions.No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.Job Title: Association Temporary Camp Program Specialty DirectorLevel: TMPPay Rate Type: SalaryCompany:Contact Name: Kelsey JamesCornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.Notice to Applicants: Please read the required . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.
