Summer Basecamp Staff
About Deer Hill Expeditions
Located in beautiful southwestern Colorado, we are an adventure education and service learning organization for seventh through twelfth graders. Our wilderness and service journeys highlight the mosaic of landscapes and cultures that make up the Four Corners Region. Deer Hill Expedition’s combination of in-depth backcountry experiences and authentic community service projects with native peoples makes us unique. We are based on integrity, history, a sense of place and belonging, and a community of people passionate about providing inspiring journeys. With 27 years of programming experience in “our backyard”, we create programs that flow beautifully from location to location, activity to activity – from the rivers, to the canyons, to the mountains, to the Hopi, Navajo, Zuni and Ute Nations. Our mission statement, “…To inspire the individual through experiences which affirm the essential balance between Humanity and the Natural World,” is more than a concept; it is a guiding force in everything that we do.
Basecamp Support Staff at Deer Hill Expeditions
Deer Hill Expeditions is looking to hire Basecamp Staff to support our summer programming seasons. Our summer staff will be comprised of six individuals who will begin work June 11, 2012, and commit to working through August 19th. There may be opportunities to extend the job and contribute to the season wrap up.
Why join the Basecamp Staff at Deer Hill Expeditions?
“Beverly and I founded Deer Hill in Southwest Colorado in 1984, and remain deeply involved in the mission of this authentic community and its work. Our nearly three decades of service learning and adventure programming in the Four Corners region is a testament to the unique and powerful mission that DHE delivers. We seek passionate, dynamic individuals who are committed to participating in life-changing experiences for teens within the context of highly conscious wilderness and service programs on the Colorado Plateau. I can promise that you will work hard and have as much fun as the students. I look forward to personally welcoming you to Deer Hill.” Doug Capelin, Founder and Owner
Working with a passionate community of educators and instructors will help develop your competency in a variety of skill sets. You will be exposed to a wide range of experiences, each of which serves some element of our operations and contributes to your understanding of the program. Some of these responsibilities will put you in direct contact with programs while other duties will provide support to the facility and maintenance of Basecamp.
Benefits and Compensation
Deer Hill has crafted this position to reflect our belief in education and our dedication to service. Besides being an excellent educational opportunity, Deer Hill Expeditions offers you these perks:
- $400 a month stipend.
- Living quarters in the Homestead. Basecamp staff will share this refurbished, fully furnished cabin. It has bunks, kitchen, living area, a great porch and bathroom all located on Deer Hill’s gorgeous 128-acre Basecamp property with views of Mesa Verde National Park and the La Plata Mountains.
- Free access to high speed internet.
- Delicious, prepared meals. Vegetarian options too.
- Professional references with connections throughout the Outdoor Industry.
- Access to our professional purchase discount program.
- Discounts on Deer Hill clothing, gear purchase and rentals.
Our Requirements
- Must be 21 years of age or older, with a clean driving record.
- Must be willing and comfortable driving long distances and camping along the way.
- Ability to live cooperatively in close quarters and get along with fellow interns.
- Must commit to the entire duration of the season.
- A positive attitude and desire to contribute to programming goals.
- Must be in good physical condition, able to lift and carry 40 pounds.
Responsibilities
While Deer Hill is committed to providing our Basecamp staff with an introduction to a wide variety of subjects, we appreciate applicants who have some of these qualifications:
- Able to display high levels of vision and action, ownership, self-motivation, and teamwork.
- Tolerance for adversity and uncertainty; flexible, positive and adaptable attitude to the changing demands of an expedition company.
- Exemplary communication skills. Capacity to communicate effectively and maturely with fellow staff and participants.
- Can live cooperatively with other staff.
- Desire to engage with and be a role model for a teenage population.
- Experience in gear repair (raft/backpack/tent/zipper/etc.) or an eagerness to learn.
- Interest in outdoor education, adventure leadership, or experiential eduation.
Work Schedule
Summer days are long and action-packed! Longer hours and weekend work will often be necessary as groups are continuously in the field or at Basecamp. The typical schedule is five to six days on, and one to two days off. Although this is not a field-based position, your responsibilities will take you to remote and beautiful places and might require you to camp at trailheads, river put-ins and take-outs. You will be working long hours and we aim to ensure your mental and physical health, as well as deliver a large dose of fun. This schedule and position require a great deal of flexibility, hard work and humor.
How to Apply
After reviewing the qualifications and the DHE website (http://www.deerhillexpeditions.com/what-is-deer-hill/work-at-deer-hill/), please submit a letter of interest, a detailed résumé and a completed application to Eli Shostak, Staff Manager, at staff@deerhillexpeditions.com, via fax, 970.533.7221, or to the mailing address below. DHE is an equal opportunity employer.
Deer Hill Expeditions PO Box 180 Mancos, CO 81328 800.533.7221 970.533.7492
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