Backcountry Gear Lead - Camp Safety & Prep

American Youth Foundation; Tuftonboro (NH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided

Job summary

The American Youth Foundation seeks an On-site Out Camping Equipment Specialist to manage a large inventory of outdoor gear for multi-day trips. You will support camper groups with packing, gear use, and returns, while assisting with camp programming and safety.

Housing and meals are provided, and you will live onsite during training and sessions. The role requires prior outdoor education or wilderness trip leadership experience, strong gear knowledge, and a commitment to youth development in a

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 and outdoor education or wilderness trip leading experience.
• Working knowledge of adventure gear including packs, stoves, water filters, boots, tents and tarps.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, dependability and accountability.
• Ability to interact respectfully with diverse groups and foster belonging.
• Demonstrated passion for serving youth and facilitating inclusive activities.
• Present for all staff training and camp activities; maintain resiliency in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an organized, clean equipment space and inventory gear.
• Order equipment, repair items, and ensure gear safety for trips.
• Provide campers with proper gear for safe backcountry experiences.
• Manage gear loans for campers and staff and lead pack-out/returns.
• Instruct campers on equipment use and basic field repairs.
• Assist with gear and food resupply and travel to meet groups in backcountry.
• Participate in camp programming and provide staff coverage as needed.
• Uphold safety standards and foster positive camper relationships.

Skills

Outdoor education experience

Trip leading

Gear knowledge

Safety consciousness

Diversity & inclusion

Team communication

Resilience under pressure

Tools

Backpacks

Stoves

Water filtration

Boots

Tents

Tarps

Clothing knowledge

Job description

The American Youth Foundation seeks an On-site Out Camping Equipment Specialist to manage a large inventory of outdoor gear for multi-day trips. You will support camper groups with packing, gear use, and returns, while assisting with camp programming and safety.

Housing and meals are provided, and you will live onsite during training and sessions. The role requires prior outdoor education or wilderness trip leadership experience, strong gear knowledge, and a commitment to youth development in a