Camp Director

Summary of Position

The Camp Director will work in collaboration with Oceana Conservation District staff, volunteers, supporters, and partner organizations to promote the District’s mission by developing and delivering a summer day camp program for the Oceana Conservation District and the community it serves.  The Camp Director reports to the District Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and implement nature day camps, incorporating activities related to the conservation of and appreciation for forests, farmlands, wetlands, and wildlife of Oceana County.
• Schedule, train, supervise and evaluate camp counselors and volunteers.
• Access and use data in existing database for campers, families, volunteers and alumni.
• Coordinate ordering of necessary equipment and supplies for camp programs, working within an established budget and utilizing current supply inventory.
• Work collaboratively with all camp staff to deliver camp programming.
• Provide regular reports to the Board of Directors with camp program updates and achievements.

 Education/Experience/Skills Required

• Degree in education, science, natural resources, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in environmental education or interpretation with school-aged children preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge and/or experience with outdoor classroom management.
• Must be able to be a self-starter and work independently.
• Strong organizational and management skills.
• Excellent oral, public presentation, and communication skills.
• Excellent social and interpersonal skills; ability to relate positively with people of different ages, cultures and abilities.
• Knowledge of local natural history and ecology.
• Ability to lead groups over varying terrain in all weather conditions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace programs.
• Current certification, or willingness to become certified in CPR and basic first aid.
• Currently holds and maintains a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

 Employment Classification and Work Schedule

• Position is a seasonal FSLA exempt position based on approximately 30 hours per week during camp programming.
• Schedule to be determined in coordination with the District Manager and Educator and will vary according to position and needs of the Oceana Conservation District camp programs.
• Must be available to work flexible hours based on camp schedule.
• Position works from the Conservation District office in Shelby, MI unless approved to work from home by the Board of Directors.

 Salary and Benefits

• Salary: Up to $5000 for the 2026 season, based on program commitment.
• Expense reimbursement.

Employment

The Oceana Conservation District, as an Equal Opportunity employer, complies with applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination. It is the policy of the Oceana Conservation District that no person, on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or Vietnam-era status, shall be discriminated against in employment or promotions.

Employment with the District is “at will” and an employee may be terminated at any time with or without cause and with or without notice, subject to applicable state and federal laws. Employment is at the discretion of the Board and contingent upon factors determined by the Board including, but not limited to, available funding, job performance, changes in program direction or organization.