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Open positions for 2024 are found below. We will start accepting applications beginning January 2nd, 2024. To apply for any position, you may email your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

Conservation Educator

9 Weeks / $640 a week

Conservation educators must be 18 years of age or older, possess experience working with children and must be First Aid/CPR certified. Must deliver instruction and curriculum in an enthusiastic, safe and responsible manner. Must supervise campers, as many as 18, inside cabins during the evening and night hours. Expected to be with campers at all times and lead groups of up to 20 children in their day-to-day activities. Must be physically capable of performing daily camp tasks and traversing our 250-acre facility. Experience in outdoor recreation, education, childcare and an interest in natural resources preferred.

Kitchen Assistant

9 Weeks / $500 a week

The Kitchen Assistant must be 18 years of age or older, possess experience working with children and must be First Aid/CPR certified. Reports to the Kitchen Manager and must work with all staff to meet nutritional needs. Responsibilities include table setting, meal preparation, dish-washing and various tasks delegated by the kitchen manager and camp director. Must also be available to manage our camp store for one hour each day. Basic math and customer service skills required. Must be physically capable of performing daily camp tasks and traversing our 250-acre facility. Experience in food service preferred.

Kitchen Manager

9 Weeks / $720 a week

The Kitchen manager must be at least 18 years of age and have experience as a cook or assistant cook for large groups. Catering experience preferred. They must demonstrate an ability to work well with others at the camp and have knowledge of the standards of food preparation and serving and kitchen procedures. Advanced training in diet and nutrition or college degrees in nutrition or kitchen management are preferred. Responsibilities include training kitchen staff, planning nutritionally balanced meals (in accordance with state regulations and food licensing), preparing each meal for 50 campers and staff, licensing, work with the Camp Health Care Manager to respond to special dietary needs of participants, stock the kitchen with all food and equipment throughout the season and provide weekly menus, and clean and prepare food service areas for use and inspection.

Range Officer

9 Weeks / $680 a week

Range Officers must be 18 years of age or older, possess experience working with children, have acquired hunter safety instructor certification and must be First Aid/CPR certified. Must deliver Michigan’s Hunter Safety instruction and curriculum in an enthusiastic, safe and responsible manner. Must supervise campers on the .22 and archery ranges. Must be able to maintain all range equipment, including firearms. The Michigan Out-of-Doors Youth Camp creates safe, responsible, ethical outdoorsmen and women. A range director must be able to convey these concepts and show accountability. Must be physically capable of performing daily camp tasks and traversing our 250-acre facility. Experience in outdoor recreation, education, childcare and an interest in natural resources preferred.

Waterfront Director - POSITION CLOSED FOR 2024

 

The waterfront director must be 18 years of age or older, possess experience working with children and must be Lifeguard and First Aid/CPR certified. The Waterfront Director is responsible for the safety and management of all staff and campers at the waterfront. Deliver instruction and curriculum in an enthusiastic, safe and responsible manner. Must conduct swimming tests for all campers as they attend camp and create an adequate “buddy check” system. Must train staff in waterfront activity safety during training week. Must keep the waterfront clear and clean. Must be physically capable of performing daily camp tasks and traversing our 250-acre facility. Experience in fishing, canoeing and kayaking is preferred.

Health Officer

9 Weeks / $680 a week

The Health Director must be at least 21 years of age and have experience working with children as well as knowledge of first aid and medicine. Must have level two First aid certification or higher, Professional Rescuers CPR Certification, Emergency Management Training, a valid Drivers License. Must display an ability to collaborate with staff for medical needs, follow and train staff on medical policy and procedures, and ensure the safety of camp, prepare daily prescriptions and keep documentation of both planned and unplanned procedures, oversee the Health Office and all supplies, prepare First Aid kits for all staff, provide a health screening for all campers as they attend camp, and provide leadership for the staff and campers.

Assistant Director - POSITION CLOSED FOR 2024

 

The assistant director must be 21 years of age or older, have experience working with children and be First Aid/ CPR certified. In the absence of the director, the assistant director will serve as the lead contact responsible for the Michigan Out-of-Doors Youth Camp. The assistant director will be expected to aid in the creation and implementation of curriculum for campers and module training for staff. Assistance in daily facility management and administrative duties, as passed on by the director, will be required. Deliver instruction and curriculum in an enthusiastic, safe and responsible manner. Responsible for the supervision of campers as well as staff members. Must be physically capable of performing daily camp tasks and traversing our 250-acre facility. The assistant director is expected to live on-site during the camp season.

Facility Manager

9 Weeks / $640 a week

The facilities manager must be 18 years of age or older, possess experience working in an outdoor setting and must be First Aid/ CPR certified. The facilities manager is responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of the Cedar Lake Outdoor Center. Responsibilities include caring for shrubs, trees and greenery on site, mowing the 250-acre facility each week, minor repairs, mechanical maintenance and janitorial duties. Must be physically capable of performing daily camp tasks and traversing our 250-acre facility. Grounds experience is preferred.

Our Team

Michigan United Conservation Clubs carefully recruits its camp staff from numerous colleges and universities throughout Michigan. We recruit candidates who have knowledge of conservation, outdoor skills, and environmental education as well as demonstrate a mature and responsible attitude. Background checks are completed for all staff hired and participation in a week long training session is a requirement for employment. During this time, each of our camp staff learns the importance of teaching techniques, camper motivation, behavior management, leadership and emergency procedures plus the many different curricula they will be instructing as part of their training. We are extremely proud of the staff at Cedar Lake Outdoor Center and assure you that the utmost care is taken to provide a safe and encouraging atmosphere for your child at camp. As a State of Michigan Licensed Camp, we not only meet the requirements of several inspections we strive to go above those requirements in order to deliver the best experiences for your child!

Shannon Stover

Shannon Stover

Camp Director and Educator

 

Shannon began her position at MUCC as Camp Director in January of 2023. Growing up in Mount Clemens and with a background in equestrian, hunting, fishing and camping, she is looking forward to leading the Michigan Out-of-Doors Youth camp. Shannon comes from a family of veterans, and hunting advocates.

Shannon attended Central Michigan University, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies with a double minor in Anthropology and Geography.

Prior to MUCC she worked as a camp counselor in Elk Rapids, Michigan. She also worked as a Behavior Technician for children with autism and other developmental disabilities.

2023 Staff

Assistant Director/Health Officer – Eliza Hensel

 

Waterfront Director – Roy Bowman

Lilly Evans – Conservation Educator

Ashton Krill – Conservation Educator

Melanie Renberg – Conservation Educator

Colton King – Conservation Educator

 

 

Jessica Blanchard – Conservation Educator

All staff is CPR/First Aid certified and LOVE the outdoors. They make the perfect ones to lead your campers into the world of conservation. They each went through our staff training week as well, to help prepare them for the summer. This bunch are full of knowledge and are pretty hilarious!

 

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