Nature Camp and Family Programs Coordinator

Summary:  The Nature Camp and Family Programs Coordinator is responsible for supporting all activities of VINS Nature Camp, and developing, coordinating, and leading family program offerings.

Purpose:  To help children and families thrive in VINS Nature Camp and other VINS educational programs

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist with the administration, management, and supervision of VINS Nature Camp including: registering participants, supporting daily camp operations, providing behavior management, and maintaining and creating program materials
• Oversee the Leaders in Training (L-I-T) volunteer program throughout the year: fielding applicants, scheduling participants, and supervising the L-I-T curriculum
• Manage all aspects of family programs including scheduling and marketing of events, registering and communicating with participants, and working in conjunction with Educators to develop and teach lessons
• Assist with scheduling, marketing, registration, and communication for adult programs
• Collaborate with Education Department staff to expand offerings for families and adults

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Previous work experience with summer camps or in other educational settings required
• Experience working with and managing teens
• Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Ability to carry bulky, heavy teaching equipment (up to 40 lbs.)
• Ability to lead educational activities over diverse terrain and in all weather conditions
• Current driver’s license and safe driving record
• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willing to obtain
• General computer literacy

Compensation and Work Schedule:

• Full-time position with benefits
• Compensation: $18 – $20 per hour, dependent on experience
• The regular work week is 40 hours; some evening and weekend work required