Now hiring for our Summer Space Camp and Summer Nature Camp!

Reports to: Education Programs Manager

Summary/Objective

This position is responsible for the delivery of all outdoor summer nature camps and/or summer space camps. Additionally, this position assists with supporting programs for children and family programs, themed special events, and animal ambassador programs. This is a highly cross-trained position and serves as an integral member of the daytime team.

Position Responsibilities

• Delivery of summer camp program experiences for elementary and middle school age children. Deliver interactive activities such as planetarium programs, games, experiments, hikes, crafts, etc. with the natural world in mind.
• Participation in the delivery of on-site visitor experiences such as presentations, tours, guided hikes, animal ambassador encounters, and other interpretive programs.
• Provide support for daily visitor service operations including fielding visitor inquiries and staffing the front desk if needed.
• Provide support in animal husbandry and delivering live animal presentations as needed.
• Participate in the delivery of organization-wide special events including the annual Wildflower Show & Pollinator Festival.
• Other duties as assigned.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works primarily outdoors, which may include extreme temperatures, with a diverse population and wildlife.

Required Education and Experience

• Must be at least 18 with a High School Diploma.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Interest in working with children and a wide variety of people.
• Must be able to work outdoors in hot, cold, wet and/or dry conditions and engage in sustained physical activity throughout the day during the summer.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must exercise patience in stressful situation.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Oregon state driver’s license.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Active CPR/First Aid certification or Wilderness First Aid.
• Experience working with children in outdoor settings.
• Enthusiasm for the natural world

Hours/Compensation

This is a seasonal summer position averaging 30-35 hours/week at a rate of $19/hour. This position runs from June 9^th until August 29th  and is eligible for up to $200 end-of-summer bonus.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for two professional references, in a single pdf file, to: programs@snco.org Please include the position title in the subject line of the email. Open until filled.