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Individual Placement - Water Safety Program Intern

@ The Student Conservation Association
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Delaware, Ohio, United States
OnsiteTemporary
Responsibilities:Present programs, Accompany patrols, Light maintenance
Requirements Summary:Valid driver’s license, high school diploma or equivalent, English proficiency, outdoors work ability, lift up to 40 pounds, wear provided attire.
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Position Summary 

Member will provide interpretative assistance in the implementation of the Army Corps’ Water Safety Program. Daily tasks will include interacting with visitors, interpretation, and telling the Corps story.

 

Location 

Delaware, OH

 

Schedule 

May 18, 2026 - September 4, 2026

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Present water safety programs at schools, parks, special events, and guided dam tours.
  • Accompany rangers during vehicle and boat patrols. Other duties may include updating bulletin boards, working on interpretive displays, stocking and distributing informative material in information centers, staffing information centers, providing interpretive talks, and updating the public on lake and weather conditions via recorded daily voice messages.
  • Light maintenance tasks may be required to make repairs in recreation areas.

 

Marginal Duties 

  • Member may also assist with setting up and staffing water safety booths at county/state fairs to provide water safety information to the public, while representing the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

 

Required Qualifications 

  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
  • Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Must have the ability to effectively speak, read, and write in English.
  • Must have the ability to work outdoors and lift up to 40 pounds.
  • Must wear SCA-provided attire while on duty.

 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Comfortable engaging with the visiting public.
  • Flexible schedule to work weekends and Holidays.

 

Hours 

40 per week

 

Living Accommodations 

Housing is not offered/provided for this position.

 

Compensation  

  • Living Allowance - $350/week
  • Housing Allowance - $800/month
  • Commuting Allowance - $75/week

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. 

 

Personal Vehicle Information

Recommended

 

Additional Benefits 

  • Defensive Drive Training
  • Interpretive Skills
  • AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

 

Equal Opportunity Statement 

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.