Summer Lead Camp Counselor

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Link Center Summer Lead Camp Counselor 

The Link Center 

University of Wisconsin-Superior 

Position Description, Created 12/25 

Working Title: Link Center Summer Camp Lead Counselor 

Business Title: Student Supervisor, Level III 

Office Location: Swenson Hall, Suite 1061 

Reports to: Outreach Program Manager- Camps and Clinics Manager 

Position Summary:  

The Link Center serves as the central access point at the University of Wisconsin-Superior for career services, academic service-learning, internships, undergraduate research, voter engagement, strategic partnerships, employer relations, and regional outreach.  

This position will work collaboratively with the Camp and Clinics manager and other Link Center Staff by providing camp program planning and implementation and on-going supervision of the day-to-day camp operations and program staff.   

Number of open positions: 2-3 

Rate of pay: $14.00/hour 

Hours per week: Up to 40 hours per week 

Duties and Responsibilities: 

•  Plan, supervise, and execute all camp activities 

•  Assist in creating and facilitating weekly camp lesson plans 

•  Manage the welfare of campers by understanding safety procedures and promoting a positive environment 

• Use of personal judgement in incidents that occur throughout the day 

• Supervising camper safety by administering first aid and contact emergency services as necessary 

• Document and maintain group and individual attendance, and provide supervision to campers throughout the day 

• Enforce proper disciplinary actions regarding camper behavior 

• Ensure proper care of camper information, emergency contacts, and incident reporting 

• Demonstrate punctuality, follow payroll procedures, and proper employee attire expectations 

• Other duties as assigned 

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• Enthusiasm to positively represent UW-Superior and The Link Center 

• Promote professionalism, safety, and creating meaningful and appropriate relationships with campers 

• Exhibits self-motivation, responsibility, dependability, integrity, confidentiality, and time management.  

• Must be able to work within a team setting to provide safe and high-quality programs for youth.   

• Provides appropriate verbal, nonverbal, and written communication. 

• Ability to work with minimal supervision, in a timely manner, and meet project deadlines. 

• Ability to problem solve situations with campers as they arise.   

• Values differences among individuals and ideas. 

• Follow guidelines, policies, and procedures as outlined in the Student Employee Handbook. 

• Monitor and record hours accurately. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Must be a current undergraduate or graduate student at UW-Superior. 

• Must be able to commit to working up to 40 hours per week during the summer 

• Must have experience working with students in grades K-12.   

Desired Qualifications:  

• Experience planning and implementing programs for students in grades K-12.  

• Majoring in the education field.   

How to apply: Interested students are encouraged to apply through Workday and/or students can email copies of the application materials to link@uwsuper.edu.   A complete application will include a resume, cover letter, and contact information for two references. The cover letter should include: major, expected graduation date, and an explanation of why this position interests you. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.  

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. The anticipated start date will be May 2026. 

“Notice to New Employees:  Employment will require a criminal background check.  A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant.  In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.” 

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The University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identities of ‘final candidates’ must be revealed upon request. According to the Attorney General, ‘final candidates’ under Wisconsin law means the five candidates who are considered most qualified for the position. See Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.36(7)(a).

Employment will require a criminal background check, and if you have prior work history within the last seven years with Universities of Wisconsin or State of Wisconsin agencies, a personnel file review check for employee misconduct. It will also require your references to answer questions regarding employee misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University reserves the right to check references with notice given to the candidates at the appropriate time in the process.

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.