Oregon State University
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1-page resume, including current and previous academic and relevant professional experience.
1-page letter of recommendation, from a current or previous employer or college professor.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.
All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.
Position Information Job Title: Camp Counselor
Appointment Type: Student Employee
Job Location: Oregon State University – Cascades, Bend, Oregon
Position Appointment Percent: 100%
Appointment Basis: 12
Pay Method: Hourly
Pay Period: 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date: Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option: None
Min Hourly Rate: $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate: $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary This recruitment will fill eight (8) part-time Camp Counselor positions within the Event Services Unit at Oregon State University – Cascades, located in Bend, Oregon. Camp Counselors play an essential role in creating a positive, safe, and engaging experience for high school students attending the OSU -Cascades Summer Academy (https://OSUcascades.edu/summer-academy), a two-week residential youth camp. Camp Counselors are responsible for facilitating activities, ensuring camper safety and well-being, and fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment. Camp Counselors are expected to work up to 5 hours per week during the Spring 2026 training period and 156 total hours during the Summer Academy camp sessions (July 18-31, 2026). This is an academic year/summer (April 2025 – July 2025) position open to all OSU students.
Transferable Skill Development OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation
through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the
National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)
as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:
Communication
Critical Thinking
Teamwork
Position Duties Training Period Position Duties:
Professional Development:
Complete necessary virtual training modules focusing on youth development, access and belonging, youth protection, physical safety, and program development.
Complete virtual and in-person First Aid/CPR/AED training (if needed).
Program Development:
Co-create program social and recreational activities, including draft schedules, materials lists, instructions, and contingency plans.
Camp Supervision Period Position Duties:
Camper Engagement and Safety:
Build positive relationships with campers, encouraging their participation in all activities.
Supervise campers during activities, meals, free time, and overnight in residential sessions to ensure their safety and well-being.
Monitor camper behavior and enforce camp rules to maintain a safe and respectful environment.
Address camper conflicts and minor behavioral concerns, escalating issues to leadership when necessary.
Ensure compliance with safety protocols, including curfews and emergency procedures.
Serve as a role model for professionalism, enthusiasm, and inclusivity in all camper interactions.
Residential Supervision:
Live on-site during residential sessions in assigned rooms to provide overnight supervision and support.
Assist with camper check-in and check-out processes, ensuring smooth room assignments and logistics.
Program Facilitation and Logistics:
Assist with the planning, setup, and execution of camp activities, including educational, recreational, and team-building sessions.
Adapt activities as needed to accommodate diverse camper needs and interests.
Lead or co-lead specific activities, ensuring they run smoothly and meet program objectives.
Safely transport campers between activities in university vehicles.
Administrative and Logistical Duties:
Maintain accurate records, including attendance, incident reports, and activity evaluations.
Communicate regularly with camp leadership regarding challenges, successes, and opportunities for improvement.
Contribute to post-session evaluations to enhance future programming.
Academic Requirements:
Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.
Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard:
High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program.
Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term.
Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term.
Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term.
Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term.
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the
Office of International Services
(OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and walk/stand for extended periods.
Demonstrated organizational and communication skills.
Ability to be reliable, punctual, and adaptable.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Be a current full-time Oregon State University student, OR OSU -Cascades student OR degree partnership student with OSU -Cascades and COCC with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher.
Previous experience working with youth in camps, schools, or childcare settings.
Possess First Aid/ AED / CPR certification from the American Heart Association or another recognized provider (or willingness to obtain during Spring 2026 training).
Possess Entry-Level Program Staff certification from the American Camp Association or another recognized provider (or willingness to obtain during Spring 2026 training).
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
During the Spring 2026 training period, this is a part-time (up to 5 hours per week) virtual position with a set schedule designed to accommodate class commitments.
During the Summer Academy camp sessions (July 18-31, 2026), this is a full-time (40+ hours per week) position, and includes a live-on requirement in the OSU -Cascades residence hall.
Duties include a mix of physical and sedentary tasks, such as standing or walking for extended periods, lifting and moving materials, and working in office or outdoor settings.
Work may occur in varying weather conditions and requires evening and weekend availability during camp sessions.
Compensation
This position is paid at a standard rate of $18.00/hour, up to 5 hours/week during the Spring 2026 training period. The student employee submits a timesheet for supervisor approval on the 15th of each month and receives their paycheck on the last day of the month.
This position is paid at a standard rate of $20.00/hour (plus overtime, if applicable), up to 54 hours/week during the Summer Academy camp sessions (July 18-31, 2026). Incumbents are also compensated with room and board during the summer camp sessions. The student employee submits a timesheet for supervisor approval on the 15th of each month and receives their paycheck on the last day of the month.
Anticipated Hiring Schedule
Application Period: January 12-February 13, 2026
Interview Period: February 23-27, 2026
Offer Date: March 2, 2026
Virtual Training: March 30-June 14, 2026
In-Person Pre-Camp Training: July 18, 2026
Summer Camp Sessions: July 19-24, 2026 and July 26-31, 2026
Posting Number Posting Number P12743SE
Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 8
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 05/30/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date 07/31/2026
Posting Date 01/12/2026
Closing Date 02/13/2026
Recruitment Method Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents
Resume
Other Document 1 (see Special Instructions)
Optional Documents
Notice of Availability In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu.
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1-page resume, including current and previous academic and relevant professional experience.
1-page letter of recommendation, from a current or previous employer or college professor.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years.
All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.
Position Information Job Title: Camp Counselor
Appointment Type: Student Employee
Job Location: Oregon State University – Cascades, Bend, Oregon
Position Appointment Percent: 100%
Appointment Basis: 12
Pay Method: Hourly
Pay Period: 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date: Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option: None
Min Hourly Rate: $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate: $21.50 (Standard); $21.00 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary This recruitment will fill eight (8) part-time Camp Counselor positions within the Event Services Unit at Oregon State University – Cascades, located in Bend, Oregon. Camp Counselors play an essential role in creating a positive, safe, and engaging experience for high school students attending the OSU -Cascades Summer Academy (https://OSUcascades.edu/summer-academy), a two-week residential youth camp. Camp Counselors are responsible for facilitating activities, ensuring camper safety and well-being, and fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment. Camp Counselors are expected to work up to 5 hours per week during the Spring 2026 training period and 156 total hours during the Summer Academy camp sessions (July 18-31, 2026). This is an academic year/summer (April 2025 – July 2025) position open to all OSU students.
Transferable Skill Development OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation
through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the
National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE)
as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:
Communication
Critical Thinking
Teamwork
Position Duties Training Period Position Duties:
Professional Development:
Complete necessary virtual training modules focusing on youth development, access and belonging, youth protection, physical safety, and program development.
Complete virtual and in-person First Aid/CPR/AED training (if needed).
Program Development:
Co-create program social and recreational activities, including draft schedules, materials lists, instructions, and contingency plans.
Camp Supervision Period Position Duties:
Camper Engagement and Safety:
Build positive relationships with campers, encouraging their participation in all activities.
Supervise campers during activities, meals, free time, and overnight in residential sessions to ensure their safety and well-being.
Monitor camper behavior and enforce camp rules to maintain a safe and respectful environment.
Address camper conflicts and minor behavioral concerns, escalating issues to leadership when necessary.
Ensure compliance with safety protocols, including curfews and emergency procedures.
Serve as a role model for professionalism, enthusiasm, and inclusivity in all camper interactions.
Residential Supervision:
Live on-site during residential sessions in assigned rooms to provide overnight supervision and support.
Assist with camper check-in and check-out processes, ensuring smooth room assignments and logistics.
Program Facilitation and Logistics:
Assist with the planning, setup, and execution of camp activities, including educational, recreational, and team-building sessions.
Adapt activities as needed to accommodate diverse camper needs and interests.
Lead or co-lead specific activities, ensuring they run smoothly and meet program objectives.
Safely transport campers between activities in university vehicles.
Administrative and Logistical Duties:
Maintain accurate records, including attendance, incident reports, and activity evaluations.
Communicate regularly with camp leadership regarding challenges, successes, and opportunities for improvement.
Contribute to post-session evaluations to enhance future programming.
Academic Requirements:
Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.
Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard:
High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program.
Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term.
Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term.
Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term.
Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term.
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the
Office of International Services
(OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and walk/stand for extended periods.
Demonstrated organizational and communication skills.
Ability to be reliable, punctual, and adaptable.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Be a current full-time Oregon State University student, OR OSU -Cascades student OR degree partnership student with OSU -Cascades and COCC with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher.
Previous experience working with youth in camps, schools, or childcare settings.
Possess First Aid/ AED / CPR certification from the American Heart Association or another recognized provider (or willingness to obtain during Spring 2026 training).
Possess Entry-Level Program Staff certification from the American Camp Association or another recognized provider (or willingness to obtain during Spring 2026 training).
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
During the Spring 2026 training period, this is a part-time (up to 5 hours per week) virtual position with a set schedule designed to accommodate class commitments.
During the Summer Academy camp sessions (July 18-31, 2026), this is a full-time (40+ hours per week) position, and includes a live-on requirement in the OSU -Cascades residence hall.
Duties include a mix of physical and sedentary tasks, such as standing or walking for extended periods, lifting and moving materials, and working in office or outdoor settings.
Work may occur in varying weather conditions and requires evening and weekend availability during camp sessions.
Compensation
This position is paid at a standard rate of $18.00/hour, up to 5 hours/week during the Spring 2026 training period. The student employee submits a timesheet for supervisor approval on the 15th of each month and receives their paycheck on the last day of the month.
This position is paid at a standard rate of $20.00/hour (plus overtime, if applicable), up to 54 hours/week during the Summer Academy camp sessions (July 18-31, 2026). Incumbents are also compensated with room and board during the summer camp sessions. The student employee submits a timesheet for supervisor approval on the 15th of each month and receives their paycheck on the last day of the month.
Anticipated Hiring Schedule
Application Period: January 12-February 13, 2026
Interview Period: February 23-27, 2026
Offer Date: March 2, 2026
Virtual Training: March 30-June 14, 2026
In-Person Pre-Camp Training: July 18, 2026
Summer Camp Sessions: July 19-24, 2026 and July 26-31, 2026
Posting Number Posting Number P12743SE
Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 8
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 05/30/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date 07/31/2026
Posting Date 01/12/2026
Closing Date 02/13/2026
Recruitment Method Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents
Resume
Other Document 1 (see Special Instructions)
Optional Documents
Notice of Availability In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu.
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