Camp Caretaker, Sky Mountain Outdoor Education Center (Emigrant Gap, CA), STEM, Workforce Development, and Innovation, Educational Services at San Joaquin County Office of Education
About the Employer
Educate, Innovate and Inspire! San Joaquin County Office of Education located in Stockton, CA is a regional agency that provides educational leadership, resources, and customized services to assist school districts. San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employs over 2,100 classified and certificated employees. SJCOE promotes student achievement and accountability, serves San Joaquin County’s most at-risk students, and strives to create an environment in which every student, regardless of circumstances, has an opportunity for a quality education.
Job Summary
Job Summary
ABOUT SKY MOUNTAIN OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER: The Sky Mountain Educational Center is owned and operated by the San Joaquin County Office of Education and is located in Placer County. The site sits on 62 acres of land in a conifer forest surrounded by neighboring land from CAL FIRE, USDF and PG&E. Students participate in a residential outdoor educational program and stay in cabins with own restrooms. Meals are served in the lodge which sits right on Lake Valley Reservoir. ABOUT THE ROLE: Under the direct supervision of the site Director and the project lead of Sky Mountain Outdoor Education Center, the Camp Caretaker will live on-site and will work independently to perform skilled work in general camp maintenance for all camp facilities including buildings, grounds, equipment, mechanical operations, water and septic systems and related support equipment. The Camp Caretaker is the primary representative of the camp property to all guests, staff, volunteers and contractors who visit the property, when other staff are offsite. The Camp Caretaker gives primary oversight to security, maintenance, cleanliness, and customer service ensuring a clean, attractive and safe environment for all. In the winter months the Camp Caretaker is responsible for additional winter responsibilities such as snow removal and keeping camp accessible for staff.
Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING: -Equivalent of the completion of the twelfth grade. -Possession of a valid Class C California driver’s license and maintain a good driving record. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: -Prior camp host, grounds keeping, custodial, building maintenance and customer service experience. -Experience working in an outdoor parks and recreation setting. Experience with driving heavy equipment.
If you meet the minimum requirements and are interested in applying for this position, you must apply online and attach the following documents to complete your application: a formal letter of interest, resume and three professional letters of recommendation (preferably dated within the past year). Please be sure to include all of these documents along with your completed and submitted application by the deadline date. If you need assistance with this process, please call (209) 468-4856.
- Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (1 Professional Letter of Recommendation - Signed by Author)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING: -Equivalent of the completion of the twelfth grade. -Possession of a valid Class C California driver’s license and maintain a good driving record. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: -Prior camp host, grounds keeping, custodial, building maintenance and customer service experience. -Experience working in an outdoor parks and recreation setting. Experience with driving heavy equipment.
If you meet the minimum requirements and are interested in applying for this position, you must apply online and attach the following documents to complete your application: a formal letter of interest, resume and three professional letters of recommendation (preferably dated within the past year). Please be sure to include all of these documents along with your completed and submitted application by the deadline date. If you need assistance with this process, please call (209) 468-4856.
- Letter of Introduction (Cover Letter)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (1 Professional Letter of Recommendation - Signed by Author)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
Nondiscrimination in Employment & Sexual Harassment
The Superintendent prohibits discrimination and/or harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation at any SJCOE site and/or activity.
The Superintendent prohibits sexual harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants, as well as retaliatory behavior or action against employees or other persons who complain, testify, or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and administrative regulation.
Contact the Title IX Coordinator/Coordinator for Nondiscrimination in Employment listed below for information on Nondiscrimination in Employment/Harassment (including Sexual Harassment).
Name: HR Title IX Investigations
E-mail: HRTitleIXinvestigations@sjcoe.net
School District: San Joaquin County Office of Education
Telephone: 209-468-4820
Comments and Other Information
Nondiscrimination in Employment & Sexual Harassment
The Superintendent prohibits discrimination and/or harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation at any SJCOE site and/or activity.
The Superintendent prohibits sexual harassment of San Joaquin County Office of Education (SJCOE) employees and job applicants, as well as retaliatory behavior or action against employees or other persons who complain, testify, or otherwise participate in the complaint process established pursuant to this policy and administrative regulation.
Contact the Title IX Coordinator/Coordinator for Nondiscrimination in Employment listed below for information on Nondiscrimination in Employment/Harassment (including Sexual Harassment).
Name: HR Title IX Investigations
E-mail: HRTitleIXinvestigations@sjcoe.net
School District: San Joaquin County Office of Education
Telephone: 209-468-4820
Application Deadline
8/31/2026 11:45 PM Pacific
Date Posted
8/3/2026
Contact
Alex Walling
209-468-4856
209-468-4856
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$23.16 - $28.11 Per Hour
$23.16 - $28.11 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Classified Salary Schedule, Range 25 - 0.50 FTE/salary and benefits pro-rated
Length of Work Year
Year-round/20 hours per week/4 hours per day/salary pro-rated
Employment Type
Part Time
HRA#
HRA#105413
Location
Sky Mountain Outdoor Education Center, 45700 Six Mile Valley Road, Emigrant Gap, CA
Department
STEM Programs/Educational Services
Housing
The camp caretaker is provided on-site housing.
Hours/Week
Duties are performed after hours, on weekends, and as needed during the week.
Learn More!
To learn more about the role and requirements, please contact Sky Mountain Administrator, Derek Dennis, dedennis@sjcoe.net or call 209-687-3223, before applying.