Delores Fenwick Nature Center seeks Summer Camp Coordinator

Job Summary

The purpose of this class within the organization is to assist with the administrative and programming components of the Day Camp Program at the Delores Fenwick Nature Center for the Parks and Recreation Department. Deliver various communications to parents and/or guardians, manage camp documentation, and ensure that the camp environment remains safe, fun, and appropriate for all campers’ ages and abilities. Assist in the management of the overall camp operation at the direction of the Natural Resources Division.

This class works under close to general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Essential Functions

• Be a role model to campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to work with children in a camp atmosphere.
• Exercise effective communication with parents and staff via emails, phone calls, newsletters, and verbal conversations.
• Provide and distribute information to parents regarding programs, activities, schedules, events, and incidents.
• Manage Camp documentation and submit forms appropriately.
• Ensure that camp staff and campers follow safety and educational procedures during camp programs.
• Provide coverage in camp classroom as needed.
• Assist in the management and care of the physical facilities and equipment in all program areas.

Additional Duties

• Enforce camp rules and behavior policies; includes communicating camper issues with supervisors and parents. Act as first point of contact for classroom behavior incidents as needed.
• Assist Camp Staff throughout the day as needed. Act as first point of contact for questions, resources, activities, and first aid.
• Attend to medical needs of campers; includes collecting medications, distributing medications as directed, and monitoring sick or unwell campers during the day.
• Arrange, set up, and/or break down equipment, supplies, chairs, and tables in designated areas for scheduled games, activities, and experiments.
• Perform related work as assigned.

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Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in dealing with children ages 6-14 in a non-parental, but supervisory role such as a teacher, counselor, or camp director preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, required.
• Previous experience with document management and organization, preferred.
• Interest in science, relating to biology, environmental science, or nature, preferred.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Valid, Class “C” Texas Driver’s License.
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR, or the ability to obtain within two (2) months of hire date.