Employment Opportunities

JOB TITLE: Summer Camp Co-Leader (2 positions)

White Memorial is looking for a Summer Camp Co-Leader for 3 weeks, spanning from July 7-25, 2025 (plus a few paid training/preparation dates beforehand and clean-up dates afterward, TBD). This person will work together with another Camp Co-Leader to prepare and facilitate an onsite nature program called Discovery Camp, geared for children entering grades 1 and 2. Camp itineraries from the past can be used in conjunction with fresh ideas and activities. The camp’s “homebase” will be a small one-room building called the Mott Van Winkle Classroom. Many hiking trails are accessible from this location. The camp runs on weekdays for 3 weeks, from 9:30am-3:30pm. Employees are asked to work from 9am-4pm at $17/hour. Shared housing may be available if needed.

Tasks may include, but are not limited to:
– Prepare and facilitate nature-related activities for young children, including onsite hikes, crafts, games, and story times
– Supervise and provide enriching activities for up to 12 1^st and 2^nd graders at a time
– Lead children on moderate-level hikes leaving from the “homebase” on White Memorial property and lasting up to 1 hour
– Deal with any first aid issues that may arise
– Attend training session(s) to learn lesson plans and develop any additional plans necessary for the facilitation of camp
– Attend a training session on the administration of emergency medications
– Manage the upkeep of a small meeting space and all the necessary program materials stored within it
– Oversee arrival and pick-up times (9:30 am and 3:30 pm respectively)
– Oversee lunch time (kids will bring their own lunches)
– Communicate with parents about any scheduling conflicts on their part or behavioral issues that may arise
– Always carry attendance sheets, registration forms with emergency info, and medications brought by the children
– Keep a daily log of activities and time frames
– Disinfect the meeting space daily
– Clean the meeting space at the end of the 4-week period and put all program materials back in proper storage containers

Qualifications:
– Must be at least 18 years of age
– Completion of at least 1-3 years of college education in the fields of environmental education, natural history interpretation, conservation biology, elementary education, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience may be considered.
– Prior experience working with young children
– Enthusiasm for interacting with children and teaching them about the natural world
– Comfort in speaking publicly and managing groups of up to 12 children, both in a classroom setting and on the trail
– Proficient knowledge of the area’s natural history
– A valid driver’s license
– Current First Aid certification (or the ability to obtain before June 15, 2025)
– An updated physical within 36 months (or the ability to obtain one before June 15, 2025)
– A background check once employment is secured

How to Apply:
Applications are due by April 21. Please send a cover letter stating the specific job title(s) you are applying for, a resume, and a list of 3 references to Carrie Szwed, Education Director, at carrie@whitememorialcc.org, or mail to: White Memorial Conservation Center, P.O. Box 368, 80 Whitehall Rd., Litchfield, CT 06759

JOB TITLE: Campground Seasonal

Time frame:

Weekends starting early May; 40 hours/week starting mid-May, if available, through Labor Day. Must work weekends and holidays.

Wage: $18.00/hour

Area of Responsibility:

Maintenance duties- mowing, facility maintenance, maintain docks and moorings, campground patrolling.

Store duties-sales, reservations, monitor boat launch.

Qualifications:

Must be 18years old or older

Must have current driver’s license

To Apply: Send application to:

Mike Berry

Forester Manager

White Memorial Foundation Office

71 Whitehall Road

PO Box 368

Litchfield, CT 06759

Phone: (860) 567-0857

Email: mike@whitememorialcc.org

JOB TITLE: Seasonal Maintenance

Time frame:

Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week

Beginning as early as mid-May, if available, through the end of August

Wage: $17.00/hour