Sustainability Lead Instructor

Job Description

Position Overview

Provide high-quality advancement and enrichment experiences for Justice National Scout Camp guests in a summer camp setting by facilitating and contributing to fun, safe, and engaging programs.

Key Responsibilities

Instruct and engage groups of 5-20 Scouts (ages 11-17) in sustainability and ecology merit badges/topics

Promote the principles of Leave No Trace; exemplify the Summit core value of sustainability

Coordinate and collect program and instructional materials, including turning in accurate advancement paperwork

Participate in camp-wide programs and activities (campfires, evening programs)

Assist with the setup, maintenance, and takedown of program and camping areas

Model the Scout Oath and Law in daily interactions

Maintain a clean, organized, inspected, neat, and safe work area

Perform additional duties assigned by SBR leadership

Abide by policies and procedures outlined in the SBR staff handbook

Qualifications

Minimum age: 18+

Comfortable speaking and presenting in front of youth and adults

Preferred: Previous ecology, sustainability, biology, science, or Scouting experience preferred

Preferred: Certified as a Leave No Trace Level II instructor or National Camping School Ecology/Conservation Director

Willing to become a registered Scouting America member (includes background screening)

Comfortable using Microsoft Teams for daily work-related communication

Physical & Practical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, and hike, up to 8 hours daily and ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds

Complete the Annual Health and Medical Record, including height/weight guidelines

Housing: 10'x12' platform tent in Staff Camp Uniform: Summit Staff Uniform Work Hours: 55+

Desired Traits

High-level emotional intelligence (such as self/social awareness and team dynamics)

Positive and cheerful attitude with a strong customer-service focus

Adaptability in a fast-paced environment with ability to learn/develop hard and soft skills

Ability to connect with individuals from diverse age groups, maturity, and backgrounds

About the Summit Bechtel Reserve and the Justice National Scout Camp

The Summit Bechtel Reserve (SBR) is a 10,600-acre outdoor adventure and education facility located near New River Gorge National Park in southern West Virginia. As one of Scouting America's National High Adventure Bases, the Summit provides transformative experiences for Scouts and other youth.

At Justice National Scout Camp, Scouts (ages 10-17) participate in more than 80 merit badge programs in areas such as aquatics, climbing, S.T.E.M., arts and media, citizenship, and outdoor skills. They also enjoy high-adventure activities like mountain biking, rafting, and skateboarding, as well as classic camp traditions like flag ceremonies and campfires. We're seeking dedicated staff members who can inspire, guide, and empower the next generation of leaders!

This is more than a summer job-it's a chance to inspire creativity, build leadership skills, and shape unforgettable experiences for Scouts from across the country. You'll gain valuable teaching, leadership, and teamwork skills while living in one of the nation's most beautiful outdoor settings.

Full-time