SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR - 77909279

Requisition No: 869951

Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

Working Title: SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR - 77909279

Pay Plan: Seasonal

Position Number: 77909279

Salary: $17.00 per hour

Posting Closing Date: 03/31/2026

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Conservation Engagement and Education/ Florida Youth Conservation Center Network

Summer Camp Counselor

Salary: $17.00/hour

3760 Tenoroc Mine Rd

Lakeland, FL 33805

Conservation Engagement and Education

Florida Youth Conservation Center Network

OPS Summer Camp Counselor – 77909279

Tenoroc Youth Conservation Center

Anticipated dates of employment: May 15, 2026 – July 30, 2026

Our organization:

The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.

Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.

Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com

Overview:

This advertisement is for three (3) weekday full-time seasonal employment positions based out of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's (FWC) Tenoroc Youth Conservation Center in Lakeland.

The successful candidates will join our team from May 15 - July 30, 2026.

These positions will assist in the delivery of summer camp programming which will embody the four pillars of the Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network (FYCCN): Shooting Sports, Fishing, Boating, and Wildlife Discovery. FYCCN works to get kids outdoors and create the next generation that cares. TYCC will host six (6) weeks of summer camp in 2026. Four (4) different camps will be offered including: Precision Sports Camp with a focus on the shooting sports of archery and various firearms marksmanship, Hooks and Hulls Camp focused on ethical angling and boating skills, Outdoor Adventure Camp which includes all four pillars including archery, ethical angling, kayaking, and wildlife discovery activities, and Conservation Careers camp which focuses on showcasing the many exciting and diverse careers found throughout the FWC.

This position will work alongside teammates to provide a safe and educational summer camp experience for youth ages 8 – 16.

***This advertisement is being used to fill multiple positions.

Experience:

• Experience working with youth and the noted pillar activities is preferred.
• High School Diploma is required with preference for applicants having completed or seeking a higher education degree.

Description of Duties:

Provide support as assigned in the facilitation of summer camp activities.

• Assist with program facilitation as assigned (shooting sports, hunter safety, archery, freshwater fishing, canoeing, kayaking, wildlife viewing and exploration, etc.)
• Help maintain camp educational supplies and equipment to keep them stocked, clean, organized, and in working order; perform inventory as assigned

Ensure education programs are following American Camp Association (ACA) standards.

• Supervise daily summer camp activities as assigned (set up, clean up, leading programming, supporting fellow staff, etc.)
• Address minor program changes, behavioral issues, etc. and level-up to Camp Director as appropriate. Enforce Camp Code of Conduct.
• Complete required training related to ACA standards and be familiar with/follow all policies regarding camper safety, risk management, reporting, etc.
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and sites where programming takes place.

Communicate effectively with campers, families, and camp partners and staff through in-person, and program interactions.

• Provide a welcoming and positive experience for campers through program interactions.
• Provide positive guest service to camp families.
• Participate in meetings, mobile phone communications, etc. as needed with TYCC staff to foster collaborative working relationships.
• Maintain effective working relationships with others; work independently, take initiative, and work creatively to solve problems.

Perform administrative duties as required.

• Ensure that files/documentation are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained.
• Complete and submit timesheets and required reports in a timely and thorough manner.

Assist with facility operations outside of education programs as required.

• Assist with janitorial cleaning of the facility as needed (classroom space, restrooms, pavilions, storage sheds, etc.)
• Assist with daily camper check-in and check-out.
• Monitor the health and wellness of campers and provide treatment according to your level of certification as assigned by the Camp Director.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be comfortable with working in adverse weather conditions such as heat and rain.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be comfortable handling firearms (training will be provided) and working in environments with loud noises.
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of one or more of FYCCN’s Four Pillars: shooting sports, fishing, paddle sports, and wildlife exploration.
• Knowledge of regional ecosystems and sustainable wildlife management practices preferred.

Position Requirements:
Applicants must be 19 years of age before May 22, 2026.

Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.

Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.

Work at the FWC is cross-functional, meaning duties may cross division/office lines. The Commission expects employees to function across FWC's organizational structure by providing their skills and expertise wherever needed through work on teams or as directed.

Notes:

Staff must be available to begin in-person training on May 15, 2026 and for all weeks of summer camp beginning June 8 and ending July 30, 2026. Applicants must notify the Camp Director of any dates they are not available during the interview process.

Responses to qualifying questions should reflect the experience indicated in the work history of the State of Florida Job Application (Profile).

Application packets must be submitted through the State of Florida’s official employment site (https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/) and must include a resume describing the applicant’s experience.

Additional Requirements:

The Commission expects its employees to be courteous and respectful while assisting Commission customers and stakeholders, ensuring each encounter is as positive as possible. Employees should promptly resolve questions or problems relating to the Commission, its programs and/or fish and wildlife resources. Employees should seek to gain public support for agency objectives and programs by serving Florida’s citizens in a positive and proactive manner and by listening to what the customer wants and striving to meet their needs. When appropriate, employees will explain the reasons for agency actions or decisions while communicating a consistent FWC point-of-view.

Responsible for following the provisions and requirements in Section 215.422, Florida Statutes, related to the Comptroller’s rules and FWC’s invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures.

Work at FWC is cross-functional meaning duties may cross division/office lines. The Commission expects employees to function across FWC’s organizational structure by providing their skills and expertise wherever needed through work on teams or as directed.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.