Staff Information

Camp Cowboy: Stillwater Position Descriptions

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Counselor

Manage a small group of 10-15 campers with a co-counselor during the duration of each camp
Facilitate activities and small group discussions
Promote all Oklahoma State University activities and advertise ways to get involved
Help cultivate a sense of community by engaging campers in relationship building and creating shared experiences

Wrangler

Assist in set up, execution, and tear down of large group activities
Rehearse and perform camp skits
Aid counselors in creating community by floating between small groups and connecting with campers
Bring energy and enthusiasm to all aspects of Camp Cowboy

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Stillwater FAQ's

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Do I have to have been a camper to be on Camp Cowboy staff?

Absolutely not! Camp Cowboy is open to everyone at OSU that is interested in serving on staff. If you want to make lasting memories and build relationships with incoming first-year and transfer students, Camp Cowboy staff is the role for you!

Do you get paid to be on Stillwater staff?

You get paid in service hours! Every camp that you work for Stillwater Camp, staff members can earn up to 38 service hours. If you are interested in a paid position, we recommend looking into being a Quest Counselor.

How many camps do I need to work?

Stillwater staff members are required to work AT LEAST two camps. However, we encourage staff to work as many camps as they would like!

How many campers are in each small group?

A typical small group can range from 10-15 campers. As a counselor you would manage this group of students with a fellow co-counselor!

How are co-counselors selected?

Co-Counselors will be determined by the Camp Cowboy Directors. These pairings are based around availability, personality, and experience working Camp Cowboy.

What if I want to be a counselor and a wrangler?

We encourage folks to apply for both Counselor and Wrangler positions if they feel confidently in doing each of the jobs. When it comes time for camps, the Director of Student Involvement will select where you are best fit, but we will also take into account your preferences.

What does staff training look like? Do I have to go to all of them?

Staff trainings will take place over three Saturdays in the Spring semester. They are five hour long trainings made to help staff create relationships, learn university resources, and cultivate that Camp Cowboy spirit! All staff trainings are required and if you have scheduling conflicts with dates you will attend a make-up training.

How long is each day of camp?

Stillwater camps run for three-days and are Friday-Sunday. Friday goes from 11am-12am, Saturday from 8am-12am, and Sunday 8am-12pm.

What happens between each camp session?

Stillwater staff can enjoy the rest of their summer between camp sessions. If you are traveling from out of town, we can also work with you to provide housing between each camp session you work.

Camp Cowboy: Quest Position Descriptions

Quest Counselor Responsibilities/Requirements:

Assist Director of Outdoor Experience in day to day responsibilities including
- Coordinating quest program details
- Managing social media
- Facilitating small group reflections
- Directing large group activities
Paid Position working 5 hours a week in Spring 2023 semester and 40 hours in Summer 2023
Partner regularly with Outdoor Adventure Staff
Remain in good academic and conduct standing with OSU
Be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student for the Spring 2023 and Fall 2023 semesters

Apply HERE

Applications due Thursday, December 1, 2022

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