This is a part-time or temporary non-benefited position.
Description & Details:
2025 ND 4-H Camp Programming Assistant
North Dakota 4-H Camp is seeking summer staff who can provide exceptional customer service, high-quality educational programming, and endless fun for the 400+ campers and volunteers attending 4-H camp for summer 2025.
Camp Programming Assistant:
The Camp Programming Assistant will work closely with the Camp Programming Team to ensure all activity supplies are prepared and readily available. This individual will promptly report any supply issues or shortages to the State 4-H Activities Coordinator and assist with the setup and cleanup of programming materials. Serving as the primary point of contact for each programming team, the Camp Programming Assistant will facilitate smooth communication and coordination. This position will work directly with the Head Counselor.
Responsibilities for Summer Camp:
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Assist the camp Extension team in delivering engaging and educational programming.
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Communicate effectively with camp supervisors and Extension staff regarding supplies, time management, and camper concerns.
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Maintain and organize equipment and supplies, ensuring they are in good working order.
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Arrive promptly for each scheduled shift.
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Record detailed reports of any incidents occurring during educational programming.
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Assist with the setup and cleanup of activities as directed by the camp Extension team.
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Seek guidance and support from the camp Extension team when needed.
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Gain knowledge of various operations at the North Dakota 4-H Camp.
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Familiarize yourself with the location of supplies and notify the State 4-H Activities Coordinator when supplies are running low.
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Contribute to daily programming efforts.
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Mentor and model responsible behavior for campers.
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Promote teamwork and character development among campers.
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Organize programming activities as directed by the camp Extension team.
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Actively participate in and assist with various camp duties, including occasional service in the Dining Hall.
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Demonstrate flexibility, a positive attitude, and adaptability in all tasks.
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Persevere through challenges with a solutions-focused mindset.
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Prioritize safety, privacy, and attention to detail throughout camp activities.
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Exhibit strong communication and problem-solving skills.
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Be dependable, consistent, and able to collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
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Show a genuine interest in working with youth.
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Attend the camp meeting with the camp Extension team on the first day of camp.
Salary and Benefits:
Pay is $600.00 per week plus free room and board.
This experience can be used as an internship in an accepted field of study.
Qualifications:
1. Must be at least 16 years of age.
2. Experience with youth is preferred.
3. Ability to remain calm under stress and use good judgment
4. Ability to work well with a team
5. Positive attitude, responsible, mature
6. Good problem-solving skills, ability to effectively deal with conflict
7. CPR and first aid certification are required and will be provided if needed.
8. 4-H experience is not required.
To Apply - Applications must include the following materials:
Email Karla Meikle for job posting and application instructions. [email protected] Please include within application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with NDSU, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as your how many hours you work a week and in the past 12 months.
About Us:
North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. We educate leaders who solve national and global challenges by providing affordable access to an excellent education that combines teaching and research in a rich learning environment.
NDSU is in the highest Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, R1, granted to the top research institutions in the country.
NDSU has offices across the state of North Dakota, and the main campus is in Fargo, on the Minnesota border. Along with Moorhead, Minnesota, Fargo forms one of the largest metropolitan centers between Minneapolis and Seattle. The community is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live.
NDSU is committed to fostering a community where differences are recognized as strengths. Rooted in our land-grant mission, we work together to meet the needs of North Dakota and its communities through education, research and outreach.
Employment Eligibility:
NDSU determines employment eligibility through the E-Verify system: What is E-Verify? New employees to NDSU must present specific identification to determine their employment eligibility no later than their first day of work. To view the identification required, please see the List of Acceptable Documents. You will be required to have one item from List A OR one item from List B and List C.
No Smoking Notice:
As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
NDSU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. Direct inquiries to: Vice Provost, Title IX/ADA Coordinator, Old Main 201, NDSU Main Campus, Fargo, ND, 58108, 701-231-7708, [email protected].
Veteran’s Preference Notice:
This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements.
Reasonable Accommodation Information
North Dakota State University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at 701-231-8961 or [email protected].
