Camp Zanika Lache 2012 Staff Application
Thank you for your interest in working at Camp Zanika this summer!
Camp Fire NCW & Camp Zanika, do not accept partial applications. This application is 3 pages, so please make sure that you have completely filled it out before submitting. Thank you
Name *
Camp Name (If you have one)
Present Address
Present City/State/ Zip
Permanent Address *
Permanent City/State/ Zip *
Phone Number *
Cell Phone Number
Email Address *
Until what date may we send mail to your present address? *	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31   Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec   2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 1976 1975 1974 1973 1972 1971 1970 1969 1968 1967 1966 1965 1964 1963 1962 1961 1960 1959 1958 1957 1956 1955 1954 1953 1952 1951 1950 1949 1948 1947 1946 1945 1944 1943 1942 1941 1940 1939 1938 1937 1936 1935 1934 1933 1932 1931 1930 1929 1928 1927 1926 1925 1924 1923 1922 1921 1920 1919 1918 1917 1916 1915 1914 1913 1912
As of June 20, 2012 your age will be *	Under 18 Over 18 years old Over 21 years old
For which positions are you applying? *	Cabin Counselor Unit Director Assistant Camp Director Office Manager Leader & Counselor in Training Program Director Waterfront Director Lifeguard Arts & Crafts Director Archery Director Tripping Director Head Cook Assistant Cook Dishwasher/Packout
For which position are you applying? (2nd choice) *	Cabin Counselor Unit Director Assistant Camp Director Office Manager Leader & Counselor in Training Program Director Waterfront Director Lifeguard Arts & Crafts Director Challenge Course Director Archery Director Tripping Director Head Cook Assistant Cook Dishwasher/ Packout
For which position are you applying? (3rd choice) *	Cabin Counselor Unit Director Assistant Camp Director Office Manager Leader & Counselor in Training Program Director Waterfront Director Lifeguards Arts & Crafts Director Challenge Course Director Archery Director Tripping Director Head Cook Assistant Cook
Camp Experience
How did you hear about Camp Zanika? *
Education (College High School) include name of school, location, current level of last completed, and date *
Past Employment- Include dates, employer, address/phone, nature of work and reason for leaving *
Interview options:	In person at Wenatchee office In person at Zanika Over Skype Over the phone
Questions, Comments, anything you'd like us to know:

Program Skills & References
Hold the Ctrl key to make multiple selections on questions
Indicate any employer you do not wish us to contact and the reason
The Arts - select those that you can competently teach Batik - Tie Dyeing Beading Painting Candle Making Jewelry Leather Crafts Nature Crafts Ceramics/ Pottery Dancing Woodworking/ Woodburning Drama Musical Instrument(s) Singing Paly Directing Skits Other
The Arts - select those which you can assist in teaching Batik - Tie Dyeing Beading Painting Candle Making Jewelry Leather Crafts Nature Crafts Ceramics/ Pottery Dancing Woodworking/ Woodburning Drama Musical Instrument(s) Singing Paly Directing Skits Other
The Arts - select those which you have experience with Batik - Tie Dyeing Beading Painting Candle Making Jewelry Leather Crafts Nature Crafts Ceramics/ Pottery Dancing Woodworking/ Woodburning Drama Musical Instrument(s) Singing Paly Directing Skits Other
Camp Craft - select those that you can competently teach Hiking Fire Building Backpacking knots/Lashing Map/Compass/Orienteering Outdoor Cooking Edible plants/ Poisonous Outdoor Living Skills Leave No Trace Shelters Tent set up Other
Camp Craft - Select those which you can assist in teaching Hiking Fire Building Backpacking knots/Lashing Map/Compass/Orienteering Outdoor Cooking Edible plants/ Poisonous Hiking Outdoor Living Skills Fire Building Leave No Trace Shelters Backpacking Tent set up knots/Lashing Other Map/Compass/Orienteering Outdoor Cooking Edible plants/ Poisonous Outdoor Living Skills Leave No Trace Shelters Tent set up Other
Camp Craft - select those you have experience with Hiking Fire Building Backpacking knots/Lashing Map/Compass/Orienteering Outdoor Cooking Edible plants/ Poisonous Outdoor Living Skills Leave No Trace Shelters Tent set up Other
Nature - select those that you can competently teach Animals Astronomy Birds Conservation Ecology Flowers/ Trees Insects Weather Geology Other
Nature- select those which you can assist in teaching Animals Astronomy Birds Conservation Ecology Flowers/ Trees Insects Weather Geology Other
Nature - select those which you have experience Animals Astronomy Birds Conservation Ecology Flowers/ Trees Insects Weather Geology Other
Waterfront - select those that you can competently teach Canoeing Kayaking Rafting Rowing Swimming Windsurfing Diving Beach Activities Other
Waterfront - select those which you can assist in teaching Canoeing Kayaking Rafting Rowing Swimming Windsurfing Diving Beach Activities Other
Waterfront- select those which you have experience with Canoeing Kayaking Rafting Rowing Swimming Windsurfing Diving Beach Activities Other
Sports & Games - select those that you can competently teach Archery Bicycle Field Games Small Group Games Initiative Games Parachute Games Ropes Course Volleyball Other
Sports & Games - select those which you can assist in teaching Archery Bicycle Field Games Small Group Games Initiative Games Parachute Games Ropes Course Volleyball Other
Sports & Games - select those which you have experience with Archery Bicycle Field Games Small Group Games Initiative Games Parachute Games Ropes Course Volleyball Other
Food Service - select those that you can competently teach Cooking Dishwashing Food Service Food Preparation Food Handlers Permit Menu Planning Other
Food Service - select those which you can assist in teaching Cooking Dishwashing Food Service Food Preparation Food Handlers Permit Menu Planning Other
Food Service - select those which you have experience with Cooking Dishwashing Food Service Food Preparation Food Handlers Permit Menu Planning Other
Office Skills - select those that you can competently teach Bookkeeping Cashier Filling Office Machines Excel Record Keeping Computer Skills Other
Office Skills - select those which you can assist in teaching Bookkeeping Cashier Filling Office Machines Excel Record Keeping Computer Skills Other
Office Skills - select those which you have experience with Bookkeeping Cashier Filling Office Machines Excel Record Keeping Computer Skills Other
Other Program Skills :
Certifications - select thoses that you currently hold and will be valid until Aug 2010 Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Lifeguard Training (LT) Advanced Lifesaving (ALS) Emergency Water Safety (EWS) Canoe Instructor Kayak Instructor First Aid CPR: Adult/child/infant First Aid Instructor First Responder When help is delayed Wilderness First Aid Wilderness First Responder Wilderness EMT EMT
Other Certification
If you do not have the required CPR(Adult Child), First Aid, and certifications or permits pertaining to the postion you are applying for (food handlers, driver's license, Lifeguard etc) Please list when and where you plan on taking the class
Make sure that all reference contact information is accurate, and that any references know you are putting them down as a reference.
References- Please no freinds/Family and only 1 teacher. Include Name, Phone Email, and how you know person. Returning staff require 2 references but are welcomed to have more. *
There is an additional form required for at least three references listed for new staff and two for returning staff.The reference form can be found on the Camp Zanika staff page, or you can email us and as for it.

Supplemental Questions

Supplemental Application Questions Please Answer all questions applicable to the job(s) for which you are applying

New Staff - Describe your leaderghip experience with children and peers, and your camping/outdoor knowledge

New Staff - Why are you qualified for the position(s) for which you are applying?

New Staff - How do you think children benefit from a summer camp experience?

New Staff - Working at summer camp involves long hours, continuous supervision of campers and a close living and working environment with your peers. Describe your ability to adapt to this kind of working environment, and tell us about any hesitations

Returning Staff - What have you learned about yourself since you last worked at Zanika?

Returning Staff - Discuss what you liked and disliked about the position(s) and experiences you've had here in the past. Are there any changes you would like to see in Zanika's program?

Returning Staff - In your opinion, what is the role of returning staff at camp?

Supervisory applications - Describe any experience or training you have had in leading/supervising peers.

Supervisory Applicants - In your opinion, what qualities define a good leader? What qualities do you have that will help you be a good leader?

Applicants for Program Staff/Director positions - Describe your experience and training inthis specialized area, including any experience teaching others. If you have a relevant certification (WFA,WFR, LT WSI, etc) please include information about it.

Food Service Applicants - Please list and describe all food service experience and qualifications.

I have read and understand the information below and am ready to submit my application. I also understand that I still need to send in reference forms and security forms * Yes I do understand No, I do not understand

By submitting this form, I understand that there is one online form plus copies of certifications, a security profile form and completed Reference Forms. I have read and completed this application in its entirety. I understand that my application process will be complete only when all required materials have been received by Camp Fire USA NCW Council. Under penalty of perjury, I certify that the information I am submitting is true, correct and complete. I understand any false information, misrepresentation or omission may disqualify me from further consideration for employment and may result in my dismissal if discovered at a later date. I also understand that if I am hired, my continued employment may be conditioned upon Camp Fire USA NCW Council's receipt of satisfactory reports from background checks. Further, I understand and agree that my employment is not for any specific period of time but is at will. "At-will employment" means that either the employee or Camp Fire USA NCW Council may terminate the relationship at any time. Neither the employee nor Camp Fire USA NCW Council need demonstrate cause for termination of relationship. I authorize Camp Fire USA NCW Council to solicit information regarding my education, previous employment, and similar background information and to contact schools, employers, and other references I have given on my application. I hereby release all parties and persons contacted with any such request for information from all claims, liabilities, damages for any reason arising out of the furnishing of such information. If employed, I release Camp Fire NCW Council from any liability for future references it may provide regarding my employment with Camp Fire NCW Council. I give permission for the use of my comments, photograph, film and/or copyright, for all purposes, my statements and/or pictures taken of me and/or my property for advertising and public relations purposes, and I waive all claims for any compensation for such use I understand that NCW council of Camp Fire Boys and Girls and Camp Zanika Lache is a drug free work place. I understand alcohol and cigarettes are not permitted on camp property at any time. I understand that returning back to Camp Zanika Lache under the influence is prohibited. I understand all forms of harassment by employees is strictly prohibited. This includes sexual, racial, religious, gender, age, and all other forms of harassment. Violations of these policies may lead to disciplinary action up to and including immediate termination of employment I have read, understand and by my signature consent to these statements. By electronic submission of this application, I understand and agree to conditions set forth above - a typed name shall be as valid as an original. A copy of this application, faxed or otherwise, shall be considered as valid as the original.