Camp Michigania Program Summer Staff 2022 Basic Information: -Camp Michigania, Alumni Association of the University of Michigan -03006 Camp Sherwood Rd. Boyne City, MI 49712 -Application link/Website: umalumni.com/workupnorth -Instagram: @campmichigania Function and Responsibility: -To provide exemplary customer service for University of Michigan alumni families. Staff members are hired to work in a specific program area and share responsibilities for the effective functioning of the Camp as a whole. -This is a seasonal summer camp position. You can expect to work six days per week, and even though working at a family camp offers more off-work hours than a kids camp might, you are still expected to be a role model 24 hours per day. -Starting base pay is $3,000.00 for the summer plus room & board General Duties and Responsibilities: -Provide safe and engaging programming for Michigania guests -Utilize camp resources and individual skills to create unique experiences for guests -Teach and train guests to use and enjoy camp equipment and program areas -Assist guests, administration and other staff members in any necessary tasks to ensure the guest safety and enjoyment -Be responsible for the proper use, management and maintenance of camp equipment, locations, and resources Skills/Educational Value: -Michigania staff gain team building, leadership, problem solving, and interpersonal skills that are transferrable to any job. They get to network with alums from various professions and U of M faculty and staff that are all eager to help them with their career paths. Staff leave camp having a very enriching experience and with connections that can help them with their futures! -Working at Camp Michigania in Northern Michigan could very well be one of the most memorable jobs of your life. You'll meet and network with amazing U-M alumni, get to know children and adults who will change your life, and make friends you'll keep for a lifetime. -Each summer, around 75 passionate people are hired to help ensure Camp Michigania Walloon remains the special place it has been for over 50 years. Both current students and alumni can be a part of the Camp Michigania staff. We hire individuals who are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice. Requirements for Employment: -All hired staff members must be at least 19 years of age or have completed their first year of college when summer starts. -All first year staff members must be able to stay for the entire contract period to be considered in the first round of hiring. -All hired staff must be CPR/AED and first-aid certified prior to the start of the contract. (Specific areas may have other specialty certifications required) -All hired staff must commit to training requirements prior to the summer during the winter and spring semesters. -Previous experience working at a children's camp is suggested, but not required.