The Glenn Miller Conservation Camp is hosted by the Ag Science Conservation Association (ASCA), a 501c(3) organization. ASCA's purpose is “to increase diversity of underserved and underrepresented youth of all ethnicities in agriculture, science and conservation careers while simultaneously developing outdoor skills through hands-on interactive experiences led by professional and community role models.”

 

Junior Camp Counselors, as part of the camp staff, play an important role during camp.  Working with Senior Counselors and the camp staff, Junior Camp Counselors are vital to the camp running smoothly. You will be asked to do a number of different tasks during this five-day camp. 

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Position Summary

The main duty of Junior Camp Counselors is the supervision of campers.  He/she is responsible for knowing the whereabouts of each camper in his/her charge at all times.  Junior Camp Counselors also support ASCA members, camp staff and camp presenters in conducting camp activities.

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Background Required and Qualifications

• Possesses good leadership abilities and responsibility skills.

• Has ability to work with others and follow directions.

• Must have attended at least one of our summer camps.

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Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Be knowledgeable of and adhere to all camp policies and rules.

• Accompanies campers to all camp activities.

• Participates in all camp activities.

• Assists presenters, if needed.

• Conducts roll call.

• Keeps score during TRIVIA and records total points per team and per individual.

• Awards points to his/her assigned campers when merited.

• Maintains attendance count at all camp activities.

• Reports a camper's absence from a camp activity immediately to a designated ASCA adult leader.

• Reports any rule violation by a camper to a designated ASCA adult leader.

• Reports any observed difficulties related to illness of and/or injury to a camper immediately to a designated ASCA adult leader.

• Works cooperatively with fellow Junior Camp Counselors in the completion of assigned duties.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

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If you are interested in being a Junior Camp Counselor, please complete the following application by May 31, 2025. If you have questions or need additional information, call Mr. Michael Thomas at 832-771-7298. The Enrollment Packet with the required forms will be emailed to you after your acceptance.

 

PLEASE KEEP THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR REFERENCE.