Kentucky 4-H Camp Staff 2025 at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

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University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	Kentucky 4-H Camp Staff 2025
Requisition Number	DU12663
Department Name	81360:4-H CENTRAL OPERATIONS
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Salary Range	$1,500 - $3,100 per month, meals, and housing. Visit www.4hcampjobs.com to see a more precise salary based on job duties.
Type of Position	Temporary
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	High school diploma or GED required; College experience preferred
Required Related Experience	Applicants must be 18 years of age or older by May 12, 2025 for employment. Experience in the position for which the applicant is applying is preferred.
Required License/Registration/Certification	Applicants applying for an aquatics or Camp Program Educator position must possess a lifeguard certification from a nationally recognized organization valid through the entirety of summer and/or complete an aquatics training and certification session with 4-H staff. Lifeguards must be able to swim up to 500 yards lap swim without stopping, tread water for 2 minutes without use of hands, and retrieve a 10 pound object from 10 feet of water without goggles.
Physical Requirements	Applicant must be available to work long hours in a noisy environment, work in outside/hot conditions, and be on feet for long periods of time.
Shift	Days, nights, and some weekends. Staff are expected to live on the camp property and follow safety recommendations while on and off duty. Internship positions are mid-May 2025 through early August 2025.
Job Summary	Kentucky 4-H Camping is seeking summer staff who can provide exceptional customer service, high-quality educational programming, and endless fun for the 13,000+ campers and volunteers attending four residential 4-H camp facilities for summer 2025: (Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp, Nancy, KY; Feltner 4-H Camp, London, KY; North Central 4-H Camp, Carlisle, KY; West Kentucky 4-H Camp, Dawson Springs, KY). Available intern positions include (varies by locations): Program Educator, Shooting Sports, Leadership Development, Challenge Course, Environmental Education, Agriculture Education, and Aquatics. To view job descriptions and responsibilities visit www.4hcampjobs.com.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	N/A
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	N/A
Deadline to Apply	02/07/2025
Our University Community	The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * At which camp location do you wish to work?
   • J.M Feltner 4-H Camp, London, KY
   • Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp, Nancy, KY
   • North Central 4-H Camp, Carlisle, KY
   • West Kentucky 4-H Camp, Dawson Springs, KY
   • Any of the locations above
2. * If your first camp choice location is not available, is there a 2nd camp at which you would be willing to work?
   • No. I only wish to be considered for the camp I selected above.
   • J.M. Feltner 4-H Camp
   • Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp
   • North Central 4-H Camp
   • West Kentucky 4-H Camp
3. * If your second camp choice is not an option, is there a 3rd camp choice you'd like to consider?
   • No. I only wish to be considered for my first two choices.
   • J.M Feltner 4-H Camp
   • Lake Cumberland 4-H Camp
   • North Central 4-H Camp
   • West Kentucky 4-H Camp
4. * Why are you interested in this position?

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * Describe your experience in working with youth 9 to 14 years of age and teens ages 15-17 years of age.

   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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