Camp Host/Adventure Staff (CJS) - Spring 2027

BSA Sea Base; Summerland Key (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

Meals provided

Fitness facilities

Laundry access

Job summary

The Sea Base is a National High Adventure Base that offers sailing, scuba diving, coral restoration, and more at six locations. Camp Hosts and Adventure Staff support guest experiences and the overall camp program throughout the year.

Seasonal schedules are based on camp needs with weekend and holiday work required. On-site housing and meals are provided during employment terms, along with activities to gain certifications in scuba diving and wilderness safety.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in new guests and campers.
• Serve as a reference point for questions about the camp and surrounding areas.
• Aid in general upkeep and maintenance of the camp facilities.

Job description

Job Details

Camp Hosts and Adventure Staff ensure positive customer experiences and overall development of the camping program. Responsibilities include greeting and checking in new guests, serving as a point of reference for questions about the camp and surrounding areas, and aiding in the general upkeep of camp.

Schedule is based upon camp needs; weekend and holiday work availability required.

About the Sea Base

The Sea Base is one of four National High Adventure Bases operated by Scouting America (formerly Boy Scout of America). We offer programs that include fishing, sailing, scuba diving, coral restoration, snorkeling, kayaking, camping, and much more across six operating locations. Many job opportunities are available at multiple locations; not all locations have job opportunities.

Sea Base Locations

• Sea Base, Islamorada - Located in Islamorada, FL at mile marker 73.8 along US-1, Overseas Highway. Home to our sailing and scuba diving adventures.
• Camp Jackson Sawyer - Located just south of Bahia Honda State Park, mile marker 33.9. Home to our Family Adventure Camp and Pre/Post adventure camp.
• Brinton Environmental Center - Located in Summerland Key at mile marker 23.8. Home to our coral nursery and coral restoration efforts, Out Island adventure (Big Munson Island), and many other adventures.
• Sea Base, St. Thomas - Located in the Unites States Virgin Islands. Home of two different sailing opportunities.
• Sea Base Bahamas - Located about 100 miles east of Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Home to three different sailing opportunities.

About Sea Base Staff

Our staff get to work in many different capacities to support and run our many programs that run throughout the year. While the summer season (approximately mid-May through August) is our largest opportunity for staff, we have employment opportunities throughout the year.

Employees have the opportunity to take advantage of regular meals prepared by our food-services team and on-site housing provided during each employment term. Accommodations also include fitness rooms, recreational areas, and laundry machines.

While on staff, you will have the opportunity for staff to gain knowledge and certifications in scuba diving, lifeguarding, wilderness first aid, CPR, and SERV Safe.