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Summer Ranch Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Western Camps, Inc.

Maintenance Technician

Sanger, CA · On-site

$17.50 - $20/hr

Operating under the names Wonder Valley Ranch Resort, Wonder Valley Outdoor Education Center, and ... Start as a seasonal team member this summer with the opportunity to grow into a long-term role.

Western Camps, Inc.

Housekeeping Supervisor

Sanger, CA · On-site

$24 - $33/hr

River Way Ranch Camp , one of the country's premier overnight summer camps for youth Our core values of flexibility, ownership, integrity, collaboration, and care guide how we work and how we treat ...

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What is a summer ranch?

A Summer Ranch job typically involves working on a ranch during the summer months, assisting with daily tasks such as feeding animals, maintaining fences, herding livestock, and general ranch upkeep. Depending on the ranch, duties may also include horseback riding, irrigation, assisting with guests, or participating in farm-related activities. These jobs provide hands-on experience in agriculture, animal care, and outdoor labor. They are great for those who enjoy physical work, nature, and learning about ranch life.

What does a typical day look like for someone working at a summer ranch?

A typical day for a Summer Ranch worker can involve a variety of tasks such as feeding and caring for livestock, repairing fences, assisting with haying, cleaning stalls or barns, and helping with general maintenance around the property. Workdays often start early and can be physically demanding, especially during haying or animal roundup season. Ranch work is usually done as part of a small, collaborative team, requiring good communication and cooperation. While some tasks follow a daily pattern, weather and the needs of animals can lead to frequent changes, making flexibility important. These experiences offer valuable learning opportunities for those interested in agriculture, animal care, or rural living.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the summer ranch position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Summer Ranch position, you need practical skills such as animal care, basic maintenance, physical stamina, and a willingness to learn hands-on ranch tasks. Familiarity with farming equipment, safety protocols, and sometimes a valid driver's license or first aid certification are valuable. Strong teamwork, adaptability, and a positive attitude are important soft skills for working in a rustic and often fast-paced environment. These abilities are crucial for ensuring both personal safety and the smooth operation of ranch activities throughout the busy summer season.

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Senior Area Director - Weekdays and Academics

OCC Boy Scouts

Orange, CA • On-site

$23 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Senior Area Director- Weekdays and Academics
Reports to: Program Director
Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt
Benefits: Health insurance, paid vacation, and sick time
Supervises: Seasonal and part-time instructors
Pay: $23.00-$25.00
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This full-time, non-exempt, benefited position supports the missions and operations of Scouting America, Orange County Council and the Irvine Ranch Outdoor Education Center.
The mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
The Senior Area Director- Weekdays and Academics is primarily responsible for supporting outdoor programs at the IROEC during weekdays, with a focus on academic programming during the school year. This includes training and oversight of daytime program instructors. This Director is part of the leadership team of the property, and contributes to the oversight of all operations, program development, and staff development.
REQUIREMENTS
  • Minimum age requirement is 21
  • College degree (required)
  • Have or be able to attend and complete Boy Scouts of America's National Camping School for Program Director
  • Maintain certification in Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED by an EMSA provider
  • Maintain certification in CA's Preventative Health and Safety course
  • Must be able to operate or be trained to operate camp vehicles including Gator, Golf Cart, and Tractor
  • Highly desired: Former managerial experience
  • Highly desired: Bilingual

JOB DUTIES
  • During Fall and Spring, this role directly supports the Academic Program Director in overseeing academic camp program; during Summer, it supports the summer camp program as needed
  • Conduct instructor training that meets California Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, American Camp Association Accreditation Standards, and BSA National Camp Standards
  • Work with Janitorial, Maintenance, Kitchen, and Program staff to maintain clean, safe, and enjoyable facilities for all camp visitors.
  • Maintain relationships with teachers, leaders, groups, and schools on-site.
  • Assist in overall administration and facilitation of programs as needed.
  • Develop and support daytime programming during Outdoor Science School such as the Ecology Hike, Art Walk, Mine, STEM, Wacky Science, and Ranch programs.
  • Collaborate in developing and implementing new programs and activities.
  • Complete regular inspections and maintenance of program equipment and facilities.
  • Maintain and uphold facility standard operating procedures including opening and closing the facility, class tracking, and staff development.
  • Delivery of timely and professional feedback about inventory, personnel and program
  • Participates in IROEC (Irvine Ranch Outdoor Education Center) and OCBSA staff meetings, training, and enhancement activities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL SKILLSETS
  • Basic computer literacy, including limited usage of Microsoft Office Products and electronic record systems.
  • Ability to communicate clearly, positively, and professionally with others.
  • The ability to operate in a leadership role.
  • Ability to think critically and prioritize when given multiple assigned tasks.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English.
  • Bi-lingual (preferred)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Must be able to spend considerable time outdoors
  • Ability to lift, carry, and balance 50 pounds
  • Ability to exert on a regular basis 50 pounds of force
  • Constantly able to bend and scoop, sit, and stand, possess hand-eye-foot coordination, and perform good manual dexterity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Working in a camp environment includes providing customer service, solving problems, and cooperation with others, regardless of your title. It also requires a desire to develop and work with youth, which can occasionally lead to challenging interactions.
The Orange County Council, Boy Scouts of America is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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