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Department: 480501 - UHR Temporary Services

Essential Job Duties:

Primary Purpose of Position:

The North Carolina State University Design Lab for K-12 Education and Outreach is hiring 4 Lead Staff for Design Camp 2026. Design Camp is a pre-college program series hosted at the College of Design. Camp sessions include Middle School Day Camp, High School Explorations Day Camp, Design Fundamentals Day Camp, High School Explorations Residential Camp, Design Immersions Residential Program and Design Connections Residential Experience.

Design Camp Lead Staff work with Studio Instructors, Teaching Assistants and the Design Lab Director and Coordinator of Pre-College Programs to ensure a safe and successful camp experience for campers, parents/guardians and staff. Lead Staff hold a high level of responsibility and authority, especially over Design Camp counselors and campers, and are involved with all organizational and logistical aspects of Design Camp.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

Work Schedule:

The Design Camp Lead Staff are required to attend training sessions, information sessions, staff meetings and complete administrative projects in preparation for Design Camp from February – May 2026. The prep work includes, but is not limited to, planning and leading some of the Design Camp Counselor Training Retreat in June 2026, preparing materials for campers, and planning Design Camp activities. Spring semester would be approximately 5 – 15 hours per week and determined by the Coordinator of Pre-College programs. Spring hours will vary and increase as the camp season approaches. The Coordinator of Pre-College Programs will work closely with Lead Staff to determine exact days and times to meet and work.

During the Design Camp Season, June – August 2026, Lead Staff will facilitate Design Camp Sessions by supporting campers, counselors and working with Design Lab Staff. Between Program Week 1 and Week 2 (Tuesday, June 30–Thursday, July 2) and Program Week 3 and Week 4 (Tuesday, July 21–Thursday, July 23), work related to preparing for upcoming Design Camp programs may be required, depending on outstanding tasks and program needs. Any hours worked during these periods will be compensated through the end-of-summer bonus. They will manage Design Camp preparations, wrap up, clean up, and other projects assigned to them by Design Lab Staff. The lead staff are required to stay in the dorms overnight during Residential Programs.

Prior to Camp // February – June

5 – 15 hours per week

+ Details regarding job expectations and tasks will be discussed and assigned during the weekly Lead Staff Meetings held throughout the spring semester.

+ Weekly Lead Staff Training Sessions

+ Assisting with recruitment of Counselors + TAs

+ Participating in the Design Camp Counselor + TA Information Sessions

+ Assessing potential counselors and teaching assistants with Design Lab Staff

+ Participating in the interview process for potential Design Camp Counselors + TAs

+ Preparing and Organizing materials for campers

+ Planning and Managing Design Camp Evening Activities

+ Planning and preparing to lead most of the Counselor Training Retreat

+ Supply management, organization and inventory

+ Space planning and set up for Design Camp in Leazar Hall

+ Additional duties as necessary

Training Season Dates // May – June

Instructor + Teaching Assistant Training

May 18 – 19 // Lead Staff + Design Lab Staff Prep Days

May 20 – 22 // Training Session

Counselor Training Retreat

May 26 – June 1 // Lead Staff + Design Lab Staff Prep Days

June 2 – 5 // Counselor Training Retreat

During the Summer // June – August

Between Program Week 1 and Week 2 (Tuesday, June 30–Thursday, July 2) and Program Week 3 and Week 4 (Tuesday, July 21–Thursday, July 23), work related to preparing for upcoming Design Camp programs may be required, depending on outstanding tasks and program needs. Any hours worked during these periods will be compensated through the end-of-summer bonus.

During the weeks of Design Camp, Lead Staff are expected to be fully engaged in all camp activities, including preparing and leading all camp activities. They will be responsible for ensuring the safety of campers and closely supporting counselors. This position is also responsible for managing the end of camp cleanup, upon completion of the camp season, on August 5, 2026. Lead staff will coordinate the inventory and storage of all leftover supplies, and participate in the reset of Leazar studio spaces.

Design Camp Sessions // June – August

June 18, June 21 – June 27, 2026

High School Explorations Residential Camp

July 5 – July 10, 2026

Design Fundamentals Day Camp

Design Connections Residential Program

July 12 – July 18, 2026

Middle School Day Camp Session 1

Design Immersions Residential Program

July 24

Mid Summer Meeting & Last Week Prep Day

July 24, July 27 – July 31, 2026

Middle School Day Camp Session 2

High School Explorations Day Camp

August 3 – 5

Design Camp Leazar Clean Up and Staff Evaluations

Required Qualifications:

+ 1+summer(s) working with youth in a summer camp environment (at least one session of working at Design Camp required, day and residential camp experience preferred).

+ NC State College of Design student or alumni

+ Leadership experience, excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills

+ Ability to follow instructions, strong work ethic and attention to detail

+ Demonstrated ability to handle high levels of responsibility

+ Valid Driver’s license and access to their own vehicle

+ Must be able to lift and carry 25-75 lbs. (With or without reasonable accommodation)Some crouching, standing, walking and stair climbing abilities and general physical strength and mobility are required for job duties in this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

N/A

Required license or certification:

Valid Drivers license

Position Number: 48LS20261

AA/EEO Statement:

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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