23h ago
Backpacking Program Guide
California
$51.2k-$51.2k / year
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💼 About This Role
You'll lead multi-day backpacking trips for youth, teaching teamwork and Leave No Trace principles. You'll provide 24-hour supervision and guide campers to reconnect with nature. This role includes co-leading outdoor activities like kayaking and mountain biking.
🎯 What You'll Do
- Guide 5-night overnight experiences from Sunday to Friday.
- Co-lead daily outdoor programming including backpacking and kayaking.
- Manage risk and teach campers safe recreation practices.
- Serve as a role model demonstrating appropriate behavior and attitudes.
📋 Requirements
- 20 years of age or older
- 3-year valid driver's license and clean driving record
- 1+ years leading multi-day camping or backpacking trips
- Wilderness First Responder or EMT certification by start of training
✨ Nice to Have
- Experience at a youth overnight or day camp
- CPR certification (required by start of training)
- Specialized certifications eligible for bonuses
🎁 Benefits & Perks
- 💰 $984/week starting pay
- 🏕️ $350 bonus for Wilderness First Responder/EMT certification at end of season
- 🏅 $100–$400 additional certification bonuses
- 🏠 Housing support available through TA Specialist
- 📅 Scheduled time off Friday evening and all day Saturday
📨 Hiring Process
Submit application, complete one-way video interview, then 40-minute live virtual interview with three references.
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