4-H Camp Support Staff 2026

University of Kentucky; Kentucky; On-site; USD 14,774 - 21,042; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Kentucky seeks part-time support staff for seasonal camp events. Responsibilities include assisting in food service, maintenance, and various programming activities such as swimming and archery. No specific education required, but relevant experience and certifications preferred. This entry-level position offers a starting salary of $13.00+ per hour. Applications close on September 30, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience preferred in food service, maintenance, ropes, shooting sports, or aquatics.
• Appropriate certification in the working area is required.
• Ability to work long hours in a noisy environment.

Responsibilities

• Support seasonal camp events in various activities.
• Assist in food service and maintenance tasks.

Skills

Food service

Maintenance

Programming (high ropes, low ropes)

Aquatics (swimming, canoeing)

Shooting sports (archery, rifles)

Job description

4-H Camp Support Staff 2026

Posting Details:

• Requisition Number: DU14002
• Department: 81360:4-H CENTRAL OPERATIONS
• Work Location: Lexington, KY
• Salary: $13.00+ per hour
• Position Type: Temporary, Part-Time
• Deadline to Apply: 09/30/2026

Job Summary: Support seasonal camp events in food service, maintenance, or programming such as high ropes, low ropes, swimming, canoeing, archery, or rifles.

Required Education: None

Required Related Experience: Experience preferred in the area for which applicant is applying (food service, maintenance, ropes, shooting sports, aquatics).

Required License/Registration/Certification: Appropriate certification in the area for which individual is working (food service, maintenance, ropes, shooting sports, aquatics).

Physical Requirements: Ability to work long hours in a noisy environment and stand for long periods.

Shift: Temporary employment

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience: N/A

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type: Part‑time

Job Function: Other

Industries: Higher Education

Employer Overview

We value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

We follow both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.