Environmental Education Instructor - Eco Week Program

Colorado State University is hiring an Environmental Education Instructor for the Eco Week Program at their Mountain Campus in Fort Collins, CO. This temporary hourly position involves working with K-12 students in a beautiful mountain setting from mid-May to mid-October. Free housing and meals are provided. The role focuses on hands-on environmental education, requiring collaboration with a small community of staff in a remote location.
Posting Details

Position Information

Classification Title
Temporary Hourly

Employment Category
Temporary

Is this an Hourly position?
Yes

Work Hours/Week
0-40

Overtime Eligible?
Yes

Position Location
Fort Collins, CO 80523

Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?
No

Description of Work Unit

Live and work in a beautiful mountain valley for the summer and/or fall season at the Mountain Campus. Be part of a small community of staff working towards a common goal.

Nestled in a beautiful, secluded mountain valley at an elevation of 9,000 ft. (2,743m) lies Colorado State University's 1,600-acre Mountain Campus. As a site for student learning, conferences, workshops, meetings, and retreats, the Mountain Campus offers a unique opportunity to leave the hectic pace of urban life behind and be immersed in the natural world of the Rocky Mountains. The Mountain Campus exists to serve the Colorado State University community and the surrounding region for academic field studies, educationally focused conferences and mountain research. The campus is open from Mid-May to Mid-October. Live and work in a beautiful mountain valley for the summer and/or fall season at the Mountain Campus. Be part of a small community of staff working towards a common goal. Enjoy the mountain lifestyle - hiking, fishing, mountain biking, trail running and rock climbing.
• Typical season: Mid-May to Mid-October (Summer: Mid-May - Mid-August, Fall: Mid-August - Mid-October)
• Located 53 miles west of Fort Collins at 9,000 feet in a remote mountain valley
• Free housing provided by the University in shared, on-site dormitory style housing.
• 3 meals a day provided free
• No pets are permitted
• No cell phone service at the Mountain Campus

Hiring will be based upon experience in related work situations, living experiences, and personal interest. We believe strongly in the "team" concept and the ability of applicants to work and live well with others in our remote setting. Individuals will be selected for an interview through a screening process. Job offers will be made in the spring for summer employment and Mid-July for fall employment. The Mountain Campus is hiring to fill about 30 collaborative positions to accomplish many tasks: dining service, custodial work, light maintenance, administrative support, challenge course facilitation, and more. All training is provided, but experience in any of these areas is preferred. See the full position descriptions on our website (https://mountaincampus.colostate.edu/about/employment/positions-available/) for more detail.

Search Contact Email
casey.malsam@colostate.edu

Position Summary

Live and work in a beautiful mountain valley for the fall season at the Mountain Campus. Be part of a small community of staff working towards a common goal.

The Eco Week environmental education program is hosted by the Mountain Campus. The program provides opportunities for hands-on environmental education for K-12 students, geared toward 5th grade. Students learn about various topics related to the Rocky Mountain ecosystem in a beautiful mountain valley while on their three-day, two-night residential program. The program has been in existence for over 45 years in partnership with Poudre School District and local Front Range elementary and middle schools.

Eco-Experience is an environmental education program offered to mainly 5th graders (though some schools attend with middle school participants). These positions (8) provide class instruction and daily oversight for the program, lead campfire and evening activities, assist with mealtime such as helping clear trays, serve food, and monitor behavior, help coordinate logistics with teachers, facilitate ropes course and adventure components, and guide day hikes. A strong passion for outdoor activities and environmental education and previous experience working with youth in the outdoors is strongly recommended. This position starts in Mid-August and finishes in Mid-October.

To apply, visit mountaincampus.colostate.edu/employment and download the Eco Week Instructor Application Packet. In addition to completing the application, there are supplementary materials that must be submitted for these positions; if you have indicated interest in this position, Susan Brown (susan.brown@colostate.edu) will be in touch with more instruction. Priority application deadline is February 20, 2025. Applications accepted until positions filled.

Position Minimum Qualifications

- Education and/or professional background in natural resources, environmental education, or closely-related field
- Experience leading groups of youth in field-based experiential education
- Current Wilderness First Aid and CPR (adult and child) certifications by employment start date
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, outdoor working environment with regularly changing daily activities
- Ability to thrive in remote mountain setting with limited access to urban amenities
- Experience working in customer service

Preferred Qualifications

- Current Wilderness First Responder and CPR (adult and child) certifications (by employment start date)
- Prior experience leading full-day group hikes in backcountry settings
- Experience facilitating ropes course high elements
- Experience in one or more focus areas above
- Experience living in remote mountain setting with limited access to urban amenities
- Ability to thrive in shared-living and live-in work

Posting Details

Working Title
Environmental Education Instructor - Eco Week Program

Posting Number
202500037T

Department
Mountain Campus

Salary Range
$16.30 - $17.00

Employee Benefits

Visit CSU's Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for temporary employees in the following University benefit area: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/

Close Date
07/20/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, visit mountaincampus.colostate.edu/employment and download the Eco Week Instructor Application Packet. In addition to completing the application, there are supplementary materials that must be submitted for these positions; if you have indicated interest in this position, Susan Brown (susan.brown@colostate.edu) will be in touch with more instruction. Priority application deadline is February 20, 2025. Applications accepted until positions filled.

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.

Diversity Statement

Personal or professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by persistent effort, active planning, allocation of resources and/or accountability for diversity and inclusion outcomes.

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty Category
Environmental Education Instruction and Program Facilitation

Duty/Responsibility

1. Provide instruction and daily guidance for attendees of the Eco-Week Program.
2. Attend and take part in all orientations to welcome arriving school groups.
3. Liaison between campus nurse and school staff/students.
4. Facilitate on Challenge Course and adventure component of program.
5. Coordinate/attend evening programs and oversee campfire type activities.
6. Oversee dining hall logistics and assist students during meal times.
7. Instruct environmental/ecology modules as part of the overall curriculum.
8. Responsible for the health and safety of the students on all-day hikes.
9. Show a positive attitude, be a good role model at all times.
10. Communicate effectively with students and school teachers/staff.
11. Other duties as assigned by supervisor and as required by needs of organization or attending groups.
12. Ensure high-quality customer service.
13. Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions for equipment operation, safety, and policies and guidelines.
14. Meet daily scheduling requirements and accomplish all tasks in a timely fashion.
15. Attend all required trainings and meetings.
16. Learn and follow all guidelines contained in the employee handbook and crew-specific guidance/regulations.
17. Understand and follow Colorado State University policies, including the Principles of Community.

Percentage Of Time
100

References

Minimum References Required
1

Maximum References Required
1