Outdoor Education Program Supervisor

OMSI•Newport, OR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Museum of Science & Industry (OMSI) is seeking an Outdoor Education Program Supervisor for its Camp Gray team at the Coastal Discovery Center in Newport, Oregon. The position is part of a team of educators and learners providing concept-based outdoor science education experiences. The supervisor oversees seasonal staff and program logistics, assists the manager with staff onboarding and daily site operations, and contributes to making programs more inclusive and accessible for staff and participants. The role supports spring outdoor school, summer camp, and fall outdoor school and runs from January 2027 through November 2027.

Requirements

Combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree.
Working knowledge of natural history and ecology concepts.
Strong facilitation, presentation, and public speaking skills with small and large groups.
Prior classroom, enrichment, or youth engagement experience, with an emphasis on positive behavior management principles.
Demonstrated experience and/or ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and talents in a seasonal work environment.
Demonstrated experience leading diverse groups of participants.
Demonstrated program management and/or project coordination experience.
Satisfactory pre-employment checks, which may include criminal background checks, reference checks, and American Camp Association (ACA) background checks; fingerprinting may be required based on school district requirements.
Current Wilderness First Responder certification, or completion of available training during non-working days in February at the employee's expense.
Current Adult & Pediatric First Aid and CPR/AED certification, or completion of training included in the February WFR certification course at the employee's expense.
Oregon Food Handlers Card, or completion of the online test to obtain one at the employee's expense.
Valid driver's license and compliance with OMSI driving standards, including a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with airbrake and passenger endorsements, and passing a pre-duty drug screen.
At least 21 years of age and a minimum of one year of driving experience, as required by Oregon law.

Responsibilities

Supervise seasonal staff.
Manage program logistics.
Assist the manager with staff onboarding.
Assist with the daily operation of the site.
Contribute to dismantling barriers and increasing inclusion and accessibility for staff and participants.