Transient 4-H Camp Assistant Track Instructor
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Job Location:
Walker, MN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
23 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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Job Posting Title:
Transient - 4-H Camp Assistant Track Instructor
Position Type:
Transient (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)
Department:
LSUAG PL4 - GWEC - Camp Staff (Lana Craig ())
Work Location:
Camp Grant Walker Office
Pay Grade:
Temporary
Job Description:
WORK LOCATION: Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center Pollock LA
POSITION DESCRIPTION: This individual will serve as an assistant instructor teaching under the supervision of our lead track instructor in areas related to science engineering and technology healthy living or environmental science subject matter in a track format to an audience of up to 25-50 youth at a time grades 4th 6th in a camp setting. This person will be responsible for meeting with and operating under the direction of a lead track instructor. The assistant track instructor will join other summer staff in providing safe supervision of youth while at camp and will support 4-H professionals volunteers and members in conducting meaningful educational experiences to help a child develop life skills. Works within the leadership of the 4-H Program Coordinator to implement all policies and procedures of the LSU AgCenter and the Louisiana 4-H Youth Development program.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Teach concept-based science engineering technology nutrition and fitness or environmental education curriculum utilizing a mix of outdoor and classroom settings for campers.
Prepare and coordinate track lesson plans with the 4-H Program Coordinator and Lead Track Instructors prior to camp.
Maintain manage request equipment and supplies for the track.
Clean teaching areas daily.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors Degree in Education Social or Behavioral Sciences or field related to Science Engineering and Technology Nutrition or Physical Education and/or Environmental Science or other related field.
Must complete the employee background screening process and be approved by the LSU AgCenter Human Resource Management Unit.
Professional communication skills both written and oral. Work efficiently with youth in group situations.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Incorporate adult volunteers camp staff counselors and campers into the track as teaching assistants/helpers who are also learners.
Ability to communicate and direct small and large groups of youth.
Flexibility in schedules and programming.
Efficient organizational analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to coordinate and manage resources.
Excellent attention to detail.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary will be commensurate with experience. Housing options are available on site upon request availability and job responsibility. Meals and snacks are also available.
DATE AVAILABLE: Camp session is May 25-July 30 2026. Work hours are Tuesday & Wednesday each week from 7:30 am until 12:00 pm plus prep and clean-up time. Additional time prior to camp start may be required to coordinate with lead track instructor on lessons and duties. Camp will not be in session the week of June.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Must apply online at submit resume cover letter and two letters of recommendation to be considered complete.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 2 2026 or until a suitable candidate is identified.
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in
programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
NoneSpecial Instructions:
Transient - 4-H Camp Assistant Track Instructor
Posting Date:
January 21 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
March 3 2026Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement multiple medical insurance options supplemental insurances (dental life long-term disability accident vision long-term care etc.) Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses) university holidays (14 per year) generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits Employee Assistance Program and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category percent effort and length of employment.
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State Universitys partner nextSource Workforce Solutions for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment benefits payroll and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
About the LSU Agricultural Center:
The LSU AgCenter is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station which conducts agricultural-based research and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 on campus academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information visit the AgCenters website at .
The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at or emailed .
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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