Talent Search STEM Camp Counselor

Position :       Talent Search STEM Camp Counselor

Classification :     Temporary

Department :       Estherville Campus

Report To :       Talent Search Coordinator; Under the supervision of the TRIO Director

General Job Summary :

This is a federally funded 3 day / 2 night STEM Camp Counselor position June 3-5, 2025. Approximately 70 students from area middle schools will be housed on the Estherville campus of Iowa Lakes Community College. A total of six camp counselors will be hired to work with middle school students, college faculty, and Talent Search staff. Counselors will help lead / supervise students during academic and social activities. In addition, the Counselors will be responsible for the students on a 24-hour basis from Tuesday until Thursday evening when the camp ends.

of Time

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

Constant

67-100%)

1    Assist with supervision of students during academic and social

events.

2.   Provide a pleasant, comfortable atmosphere conducive to

maximum student growth

3.   Interpret and ensure compliance of rules and regulations of

students.

4.   Work with program staff in enforcement of program policies.

5.   Assure that dormitory discipline and related matters are handled in

fair and consistent manner.

6.   Transport students to and from scheduled off-campus activities in

12-passenger college vans.

7.   Attend camp counselor training on Tuesday, June 3 before students

move in.

8.   Prepare and lead team-building and enrichment activities as

assigned.

9.   Keep and prepare reports and records as assigned by the Talent

Search staff.

10. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• High level of maturity, motivation, and responsibility.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skill.
• Must live in Iowa Lakes Estherville housing June 3-5, 2025.

Special Demands :

Light to medium work. Position requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally; up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to lift or move objects. Must be able to perform routine stooping, bending, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motion continually. Occasional kneeling and crawling. Must have valid driver’s license, good driving record and provide proof of insurance.

Employment with Iowa Lakes Community College is dependent upon successful passage of a criminal background check. Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions, job duties / responsibilities, and performance expectations of the job, which should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

High School diploma or equivalent required. Current college student or graduate with prior camp counselor or experience working with youth preferred.

Salary :   $600

Fringe Benefits :

Dorm housing and all meals provided during the camp.

Application Process :

The following items must be included in your application packet before it will be considered a complete application :

Employment Application form

Applicant Confidential Information form (This data is used to comply with government required affirmative action record keeping only and is not used for applicant screening purposes.)

A letter addressing your qualifications for the position

A resume

Only complete application packets will be considered for the position vacancy.

Positions open until filled. Review of applications will begin March 24, 2025. View complete job description and application process at www.iowlakes.edu / employment . Contact Lynn Miller at lmmiller@iowalakes.edu or 712-362-0409. Iowa Lakes Community College, Human Resources, 19 South 7 th Street, Estherville, IA 51334.

Non-Discrimination / Equal Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Iowa Lakes Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age (employment), sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, religion and actual or potential parental, family or marital status in its programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Iowa Code §§216.6 and 216.9, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d and 2000e), the Equal Pay Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 206, et seq.), Title IX (Educational Amendments, 20 U.S.C §§ 1681 – 1688), Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. § 794), and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. § 12101, et seq.).

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Trudy Ahrens, Equity & Title IX Coordinator, 19 South 7th Street, Estherville, IA 51334, 712-362-0433, tahrens@iowalakes.edu, or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37 th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone number 312-730-1560, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

A formal discrimination complaint process is published in the  Student Handbook , Employee Handbook, and the Affirmative Action Plan of the College.

Salary : $600