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Camp Staff Application

Camp Chawanakee
Seasonal Employment Application
Information About Employment

Camp Chawanakee is one of the premier Scout camps in California. Situated on
the banks of Shaver Lake in the high Sierra’s, Chawanakee is operated by the Sequoia
Council, Boy Scouts of America. The camp annually plays host to more than 3,000
Scouts and Scouters.

The camp is dedicated to supporting each troop’s outdoor and advancement
program while giving each boy an enriching long term camping experience.
Opportunities to serve Scouting as a member of the Chawanakee staff are
available to outstanding applicants. Competition for employment is keen; the jobs
demanding; the experience exhilarating.

Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, age (if over 18), marital status, veteran status or the presence of a health
problem or handicap that is unrelated to your ability to perform the job requested.

  • The minimum age accepted is 16. Boy Scouts of America standards require ages
    18 and 21 minimum for some positions (see page 2)
  • Form I-9 “Employment Eligibility Verification” is required. Complete Part 1 and
    bring the I-9 form with you at the time of your interview. You will also bring
    photocopies of two forms of identification (i.e. driver’s license, social security
    card or student I.D. card).
  • Applicants must be registered members of the Boy Scouts of America or agree to
    become members before employment begins.
  • The principles of the Scout Oath or Promise and Law must be practiced as a way
    of life.
  • The staff is expected to set an example of excellence in Scouting which includes
    the proper wearing of the scout uniform.
  • Salary is based on position responsibility with consideration given to individual
    experience.
  • Review the list of jobs in the various departments and indicate three preferences
    on the application. A brief resume of your experience for each of your choices is
    requested.
* First Name
* Last Name
* Address
* City
* State
* Zip Code
* Phone Number (Including Area Code)
Driver's License Number
Date of Birth If you are over 18 years old this is required.
Prefered Camp Assignment
* First Choice
* Second Choice
Third Choice
* Give a brief resume of your experience regarding each of your choices
* Date available for employment (be specific):
Youth Organization Experience
* I am currently registered as Either "Not Registered in Boy Scouts" or "Boy Scout of Troop 123 in Sequoia Council"
Number of years tenure as a youth
Number of years tenure as an Adult
Offices Held
Achievements
* Have you ever served on Camp Staff and if yes when and where?
* Describe your leadership experiences
Describe special training completed
List any current Certifications CPR, EMT, Rifle, First Aid, etc.
Indicate your hobbies and special interests
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
List all educational institutions you have attended Please include location, Number of years attended, any minors or degrees you may have earned there.
Scholastic Honors
Sports Played
Activities
Offices held
EMPLOYMENT
* Present or most recent employer
Address
Phone Number
Dates of employment June 2009 - January 2010 or March 2008 - current
Supervisors Name
Job Title
Description of duties (Indicate significant responsibilities, accomplishments and contributions)
Reason for leaving if any
Have you ever been discharged or asked to resign from any job?
Yes No
If yes, why?
REFERENCES: Give names and address of 3 persons (not relatives)who have knowledge of your character, experience and ability.
You are expected to reside in housing provided at Camp Chawanakee. Management reserves the right to enter your quarters for inspection at its discretion. I hereby make application for summer employment and in accordance with the principles of the organization, subscribe to the Scout Oath or Promise, Law and Declaration of Religious Principle. I agree to be loyal to and cooperate fully with all of the BSA policies, programs and management including those described in this application. I further agree to submit a completed Health and Medical Record upon my arrival, if selected. I understand that a personal interview may be required before employment will be granted. I understand that if I am accepted for employment with Camp Chawanakee that my employment can be terminated at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice, at the option of either Camp Chawanakee Management or myself. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision. I authorize all of my previous employers, schools, and all other references to furnish the information requested. I hereby declare that the information provided by me in this application for employment is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that my falsification or misrepresentation in this application is cause for discharge.



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