Summer Jobs in the Rockies

Camp Chief Ouray has been in the business of providing campers of all ages with magical adventures since 1908. We offer a traditional overnight camp program, along with wilderness adventure and leadership training for our older campers.

During the summer we hire a staff of 85 counselors, wranglers, program directors, nurses, wilderness adventure trip leaders, leadership training program staff, and dishwashers. Dates of employment are typically from late May through the middle of August.

Recreation

Room and Board

Housing options: Dorms, Shared Cabin, and Shared Room

Cabin counselors live with their co-counselor and campers in a rustic cabin. The counselors will have a small room of their own, with limited storage space for personal belongings. Some positions, such as program directors, riding staff, and trip leaders, may have a bunk and storage space in dormitory style housing.

There is a computer with internet access in our Staff Retreat for your use during your time off. There is also wireless access if you have a laptop computer.

Benefits

A summary of the benefits available:

• Worker’s Compensation benefits as required by Colorado State Law (Sorry, no health benefits available for seasonal positions.)
• Housing and meals are provided.
• During time off, staff can also eat meals at no cost at the Snow Mtn. Ranch Commons Dining Hall.
• CCO staff receive a 20% discount at Snow Mtn. Gift Shop and Buckboard Grille + Free use of Snow Mtn. recreation facilities.
• CCO staff is eligible for up to 7 complimentary nights at the YMCA of the Rockies (Estes Park Center) if space is available.

Transportation Info

Camp Chief Ouray is located on the 5,000 acre Snow Mountain Ranch (elevation 8,750 feet above sea level) approximately 80 miles or 1 .5 hours northwest of Denver, Colorado. Plan on 2 to 2.5 hours of driving time from the Front Range area.

Once at the camp you will not need your own car. It is nice to be able to explore the surrounding area during time off, but there are always carpools and staff activities happening.

How to Apply

There are two forms that need to be completed. One is a basic interest application and then there is a more detailed application. You will also be required to obtain a few references.

International/J-1 Applicants Welcome.

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