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.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Train, support and supervise summer program instructors and volunteers.
• Develop and implement programming.
• Supervisor day-to-day operations of summer programs – including overseeing

the opening or closing procedures when Outdoor Education Manager is not
present onsite.

• Prepare weekly reports and organize camp groups by Friday at 10:00 AM in

advance of each upcoming camp session.

• Communicate with parents and guardians, both in person and over the phone, to

assist with camp groupings, medical and behavioural needs, and general
inquiries.

• Communicate effectively with the Guest Experience team regarding booking

changes.

• Ensure all summer instructors complete end-of-day reports accurately and on

time.

• Respond to all inbox inquiries within 2 days in a timely and professional manner.
• Coordinate and distribute camp T-shirts, ensuring all campers receive them by

Day 2 of each weekly session.

• Step in for absent instructors as needed.
• Assist with other tasks required to help facilitate the smooth running of

programs.

• Ability to handle potential stressful situations calmly and effectively.
• Inspect overall cleanliness of buildings and have safety as your number one

concern.

• Excellent communication, both written and verbal.
• Manage inventory of supplies and report reordering to manager.
• Provide all necessary clothing for protection against the natural elements and

ability to work outside in a mountain environment for 8 hours.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Completed or in progress of a degree or diploma in a field of study, such as:

Education, Recreation, Biology, Environmental Sciences.

• Strong experience and knowledge of wilderness skills, safety and etiquette.
• Minimum 2-year supervisory experience.
• Minimum 2-year experience leading groups of children and adults.
• Program development experience with a foundation in interpretive and

experiential education.

• Knowledge of local natural history.
• Class 5 driver’s license (preferred).
• Valid Standard First Aid and CPR certification is required.
• Valid Advanced First Aid is an asset (formerly OFA 3)
• Delivering first aid treatment to camp participants or staff members if required,

within your scope.

• A big love for the outdoors and sharing it with others.
• Exemplifies the following qualities: social and environmental responsibility,

safety awareness, flexibility, a sense of humor, and a passion for continuous
learning and mentorship.

• Enthusiastic, energetic and positive attitude.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sustain physical activity for 8 working hours per day over variable terrain.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds for up to 8 working hours per day.
• Ability to successfully navigate interactions with children (explaining Camper’s

Code of Conduct).

• Available to work Monday – Friday.
• Must be available for entire summer camp duration (June 29, 2026 – September 4, 2026).
• Must be willing to complete a criminal record check.
• Must be willing to supervise children travelling to and from camp on our shuttles.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Hourly wage $23.00
• Complimentary winter staff season pass and shuttle bus pass.
• A range of industry discounts and perks.
• Winter reciprocal passes at other mountains