Summer Program Supervisor

Title: Summer Program Supervisor
Department: Outdoor Education
Reports to: Outdoor Education Manager

summary of responsibilities

Mt Seymour’s Eco-Adventure Camp provides wilderness-based day camp programs for children aged 5-12. Our experiential camps engage kids in nature education, wilderness survival skills, and personal growth. This full-time seasonal position will be part of a small dynamic team that oversees Mt Seymour’s Summer Camp Programs, and a team of Outdoor Education Guides. This position can extend into the winter to assist with Mt Seymour’s winter programming and guided snowshoe tours.

responsibilites & duties

Assist in the training and supervising of summer program instructors, program development, program delivery, supervising day-to-day running of summer programs, stepping in for absence instructors where necessary, and other tasks as required to help facilitate the smooth running of the programs.

required qualifications & attributes

• Strong outdoor experience and knowledge of wilderness skills, safety, and etiquette.
• Background in outdoor recreation/education, biology, and environmental science.
• Minimum 1-year supervisory experience.
• Capable of leading and mentoring a team of Outdoor Educators.
• Minimum 2 years experience leading groups of children or adults.
• Current first aid certification, or be willing to obtain.
• Program development experience with a foundation in interpretive and experiential education.
• Knowledge of local natural history.
• Enthusiastic, energetic, and positive attitude.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A big love of the outdoors, and sharing it with others.
• Ability to commit to full-time Monday-Friday, June 1 – September 2.
• Exemplifies the following qualities: social and environmental responsibility, safety awareness, flexibility, a sense of
  humor, and a passion for continuous learning and mentorship.
• Ability to handle potential stressful situations calmly and effectively.
• Capable of hiking over rough mountainous terrain for extended periods while carrying group and programming
  supplies.

Desired qualifications & attributes

• Degree or diploma in outdoor recreation or adventure tourism or in progress.
• Degree in biology, environmental studies, education, or related area of study, or equivalent or in progress.
• Formal camp experience.
• Knowledge of local First Nations history and culture.
• Training in or experience of working with children with special needs.
• Reliable transportation for travel to and from work.
• Class 5 driver’s license (Class 4 would be an asset).
• Familiarity with Mt Seymour summer hiking trails.
• Knowledge of Mt Seymour flora and fauna.
• Primitive survival skills and bushcraft knowledge.

why choose us?

• Complimentary winter staff season pass and shuttle bus pass.
• A range of industry discounts and perks.
• Winter reciprocal passes at other mountains.
• 2 weeks paid training that dives into everything you need to know about our programming, hike the trails you will be working on to learn the layout of your new workplace. Learn about the flora and fauna as well as Mt Seymour’s unique and diverse history.
• We offer workshops and training sessions through the summer season to help build on and refine your skills, as well as help you develop new ones.
• An open, welcoming, and inclusive work environment where everyone is embraced and celebrated equally.

terms of employment

• Must be available for the entire employment duration from June 1 to September 2.
• Must be willing to complete a criminal record check.
• Must be willing to work on a mountain top in challenging weather and environmental conditions.
• Starting hourly wage range is $20 - $22

If you are currently residing outside of the Vancouver area, please state when you will be moving to Vancouver. Online/video interviews are preferred at this time.