Summer Camp Director: Park Leadership & Education

Introduction

Brandywine Creek State Park is divided by grey stone walls that were built of local stone in the late 1800s, when the property was a dairy farm owned by the du Pont family. Three nature preserves are located within the park, including Tulip Tree Woods, a majestic stand of 190‑year‑old tulip poplar, and Freshwater Marsh, the first nature preserve in Delaware.

The area became a state park in 1965.  for more information about Brandywine Creek State Park.

A variety of seasonal Naturalist Park positions may be available at Brandywine Creek State Park:

• Assistant Camp Director: ($17.25) – Assists with planning and coordinating activities for summer camp, helps maintain a fun, positive, safe camp environment for campers and staff.
• Day Camp Director: ($18.25) – Responsible for planning and coordinating activities for summer camp. Creates and maintains a fun, positive, and safe camp environment for campers and staff.

Work is performed indoors and outdoors. Weekends, evenings, and holidays are scheduled to meet facility needs.

For camp positions – Monday through Friday will be needed throughout the camp season. Additional work on weekends, evenings and holidays may be scheduled.

• May deliver interpretive programs to participants of all ages in a variety of contexts.
• Distributes interpretive publications.
• May lead educational and recreational hikes, canoe and kayak trips, plus programs for park visitors and/or summer camps.
• May develop new games and activities.
• Ensure a fun, educational and safe environment for children.
• May assist with first‑aid duties.
• May supervise and mentor summer camp team.
• May lead daily summer camper activities, such as teaching, crafts, games, etc.
• Provides general customer service and park information to visitors.
• Includes live animal care and handling.
• Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.
• Maintain a positive attitude.
• Other duties as assigned.

Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.

• Must be at least 20 years of age.
• One year experience working in a camp program for children or young adults.
• One year experience in supervising groups, staff or volunteers.
• Knowledge of various recreational activities such as hiking, mountain biking, boating, rock climbing or swimming.
• Knowledge of local plants, animals or history.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

• At least 21 years of age.
• One year experience working in a camp program for children or young adults.
• One year experience in supervising groups, staff or volunteers.
• Knowledge of various recreational activities such as hiking, mountain biking, boating, rock climbing, fishing, or swimming.
• Knowledge of local plants, animals, or history.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).

This is a Casual/Seasonal position which is a non‑pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.

This posting may be closed on or before the listed closing date upon filling the vacant position(s).

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• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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