Kennedy Mountain Campus Summer Seasonal Staff

About the James C. Kennedy Mountain CampusThe Kennedy Mountain Campus (KMC) is in Red Feather Lakes, Colorado and situated on 724 acres of pristine wilderness adjacent to the Roosevelt National Forest. The Kennedy Mountain Campus core programs and events are designed to integrate the 4D Experience for DU students within the wilderness setting. The summer season at the Kennedy Mountain Campus is primarily focused on select events, rental groups, and summer camps.Position SummaryThe Summer Seasonal Staff position will work across all three of the KMC teams as determined by the summer event calendar. The primary focus of this position will be on the ability to provide a quality experience to any guests on KMC. This may include facilitating summer camper supervision, facilitating outdoor activities, helping with select events, and facility maintenance such as trail building, cleaning, or general upkeep. The Summer Staff will report to the Associate Director of KMC.Room and board are provided for the summer season with a daily stipend of $159.20. Staff training begins on July 6, 2026. Summer employment is available starting in July through August of 2026 with potential to extend prior and post season. This is a non-benefited position not to exceed 1,000 hours in a calendar year.ScopeThe Summer Staff position will work across all areas of the KMC teams as determined by the summer event calendar, staffing requirements, and upcoming events. The primary focus of this position will be on providing the highest quality of facilities, programs, and experiences to participants.Essential FunctionsSummer CampSupport the KMCWR division in the execution of its summer camp programsServe as cabin camp counselor for PASS Camp at KMC summer camp eventsMaintains schedule for camp participantsProvide supervision and support of camp environment, participants and staffPerform administrative tasks to support camp operationsResponsible for camper supervision, safety, well-being, growth, and developmentLeads various summer camp activities such as morning meetings, evening activities, arts and crafts, and outdoor experience activitiesRecords and tracks important camper information such as medication log, attendance, sunscreen checks, hydration checks, dietary restrictions, incident reports, etc.Event OperationsProvides exceptional customer service to all KMC clients, guests, and campersAssists with all event operations such as check ins/outs, set up and strikes, processing payments, and responding to requestsCleans all KMC facilities and equipment including but not limited to dining hall, kitchens, offices, cabins, restrooms, toilets, sinks, water fountains, showers, etc.Outdoor ExperienceAssists in instructing various outdoor activities such as climbing, hiking, challenge course, archery, mountain biking, fly fishing, SUP, etc.Conducts trail work including, but not limited to, building trails, erosion control, trimming vegetation, trail analysis, materials transport, and the proper and safe use of tools, materials, and other equipmentKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesEmployees working with children will be required to complete additional background checks and training as required by Colorado Child Care licensing (paid for by the University of Denver)Help maintain a clean and safe environment for all participants and eventsRecognize and respond effectively and efficiently to emergenciesAble to work both collaboratively and individuallyLove of the outdoors and ability to share it with guestsExcellent oral/written communication skillsSelf-directed, motivated, innovativeDesire to learn new skills and conceptsStrong sense of responsibilityEnjoys working with peers, clients, and staffRequired QualificationsAll summer staff must be at least 18 years oldPrior experience in customer service and/or working with youth bility to show flexibility and creativity as it relates to programming requirementsAmerican Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Certification, or willingness to obtain CPR/First Aid/AED certification.Ability to pass a background checkAbility to pass a driving record check and comfort in driving ATV's and 15 passenger vansBasic knowledge of outdoor skills, maintenance, landscaping, and/or trail building or a willingness to learnPreferred QualificationsPrior experience working with youth in an outdoor environmentWilderness medicine training, Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First ResponderInterest in climbing and the ability to learn to belay and assist in facilitating high ropes elements.Prior experience with trail building, landscaping, maintenance, and custodial workSummer Staff - Outdoor LeadIn addition to all essential functions and duties listed above, there will be a group of 2 - 3 Summer Staff to serve as the Outdoor Technical Leads for specific outdoor activities. These Technical Leads will work with the DU Outdoor team to deliver high-quality outdoor activities, where adequate risk management is of the highest priority.Outdoor Lead - Required QualificationsMeets all qualifications outlined aboveExperience belaying roped participants with multiple belay devicesExperience following SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for outdoor environmentsAbility to manage youth in various, often austere weather conditions.If interested in the Summer Staff - Outdoor Technical Lead focus, please indicate your interest after being selected for an interview and follow up with an Outdoor Skills Resume at that time. A template of the Outdoor Skills Resume will be provided during the first round of the interview processOutdoor Lead - Preferred QualificationsWilderness First Responder or other advanced Remote Medical CertificationExperience setting up roped rock climbs and leading climbing / via ferrata programming in an institutional setting.Working EnvironmentWorks in all weather conditions and varying facilities and environments.Works regularly on nights, weekends, and holidays.The noise level is moderate.Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.Physical ActivitiesAbility to sit and stand repeatedly for many hours or days.Required to move over uneven terrain carrying upwards of 50 lbs.Ability to wake up early and/or stay up latePlaying sports, active games, and outdoor recreation activitiesWork ScheduleThis position's duration is from July 6th, 2026 to August 13th, 2026, with potential to extend.The work schedule may vary, with an average of 5 days on and 2 days off per week.Pay RangeThe pay range for this position is $159.20-$168 per day depending on position.The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate's sex or any other protected status.Benefits:The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.Application DeadlineFor consideration, please submit your application materials by 4:00 p.m. (MST) March 9, 2026.Special InstructionsCandidates must apply online throughu00a0[jobs.du.edu](

Created: 2026-03-07