Camp Discovery Coordinator

Description:

Requirements: An ideal candidate for this position is a mature, responsible, dependable, calm individual who

enjoys working in a fast-paced environment; is a people-oriented and satisfaction driven
person; can handle multiple tasks simultaneously; and possesses a flexible schedule. Must
have excellent managerial and supervisory skills, as well as superior written and verbal
communication, and budgeting skills. Superb customer service and interpersonal skills and
experience with conflict resolution techniques are necessary. Must have a passion for helping
people discover and explore science, technology, art, and math.

The Camps Coordinator oversees Camp Discovery operations, including: staff breaks, staff
schedules, schedule deficiencies, and generally ensures Camp procedures and programs are
carried out in an efficient, high quality, seamless manner. This position will work closely with
the Senior Director of Education throughout the year in the development of Camps
programming and curriculum and will assist in recruitment, retention, training,
administration, evaluation, and development of Camps educators. In addition, the
Coordinator administers Camp Discovery’s youth volunteer and intern programs in
conjunction with the Chief Operating Officer.

Ability to work enthusiastically, respectfully, and professionally with a wide variety of diverse
audiences is necessary. Dynamic presentation skills and maintenance of a safe lab classroom
environment are also required.

Must be able to lift, scoot, push and pull 50 pounds, with or without reasonable
accommodation alone and up to 100 pounds in tandem.

• Bachelor’s Degree in science, education, or museum studies required.
• First Aid and CPR Certification required.
• 1-year minimum experience managing people
• Spanish/English bilingual skills strongly preferred.
• Clean driving record required
• 1-2 years working in a museum or classroom science setting
• Pre-employment background check and drug screening are required.