Camp Guide
The Camp Guide is a seasonal, entry-level role responsible for delivering engaging, mission-driven educational programming focused on wildlife conservation at Confidential Client. This position involves facilitating summer camps and interpretive presentations to diverse audiences, mentoring volunteers, and supporting zoo-wide conservation initiatives while adhering to safety protocols and maintaining professional guest interactions.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Hospitality & Catering.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This is a seasonal, mission-driven role focused on delivering interpretive and educational programming that inspires conservation action. You will engage guests of all ages — including leading weeklong summer camps for elementary-aged children — and represent the confidential client professionally at all times.
- Deliver engaging, age-appropriate interpretive programs that promote wildlife conservation
- Lead and supervise weeklong summer camp sessions for elementary-aged children
- Present topic-based demonstrations and interactive experiences about zoo and wildlife conservation
- Mentor and instruct volunteers and interns, ensuring compliance with interpretive practices and protocols
- Keep current on conservation issues and best practices in interpretation and community-based outreach
- Follow safety protocols and participate in emergency response as required
- Assist with park beautification and outreach for AZA SAFE and other conservation initiatives
- Perform other duties as assigned
Schedule & Compensation
- Seasonal/temporary entry-level role beginning November 2026
- Variable hours: up to 40 hours/week during Summer Camp peak periods; otherwise up to 29 hours/week
- Budgeted pay: $15.00 per hour
- Two (2) openings available
- Employment type: Contract / Part‑time
Qualifications
Required
- Excellent presentation and public-engagement skills
- Strong knowledge of natural history and wildlife conservation with attention to scientific accuracy
- Comfortable working with and handling live animals
- Able to maintain high energy, enthusiasm, and creativity while delivering programs regularly
- Ability to exercise sound judgment in emergency situations and respond appropriately
- Physical ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, stoop, crawl, twist, reach above head, pull, bend, climb stairs and ladders, and lift/carry up to 50 lbs.
- Able to work holidays, weekends, irregular hours, and outdoors in varied weather conditions
- Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening and background check
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in interpretation, biology, education, conservation, or a related field
- One year of experience in interpretation, environmental education, natural history, outdoor programming, or a related area
- Bilingual speaking and writing skills
Employment Details & Location
- Location: Dallas, TX (onsite)
- Two seasonal, part-time contract positions with a confidential client in the Hospitality & Catering industry (via Careertakes)
- Employment types listed: CONTRACTOR, PART_TIME
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.
To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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