Program Coordinator
Chattahoochee Nature Center•Roswell, GA
About The Position
The Program Coordinator supports the camp program at Camp Kingfisher, focusing on Environmental Education and Specialty Camps. The Program Coordinator is very hands on and dynamic. Camp Kingfisher’s mission is to connect kids with nature and each other. Camp Kingfisher is a full-day environmental education summer camp. The Program Coordinator reports to the Camp Director. This is a seasonal position with flexibility in schedule and increased hours during the summer months. All staff at Camp Kingfisher are hired to: Lead campers as a positive, caring role model Provide campers with fun, positive outdoor learning experiences Help campers grow and learn through challenges
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (a degree in outdoor education-related field or natural resources is preferred), or equivalent experience.
- 2 – 3 years of experience in a camp or environmental education facility setting
- Ability to coach, mentor, guide, and lead groups of all ages in an outdoor setting
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented setting
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- MS Office computer skills including Excel, Publisher and Word
- Current First Aid/CPR certification, course provided
- Willingness to work outdoors during the summer season
- Must be able to lift 20 pounds
- Willingness and availability to work flexible hours in a variety of capacities (includes evening work)
- Valid driver’s license or state issued ID
Responsibilities
- Development of environmental education (EE) programs and curriculum for Camp Kingfisher
- Develop and oversee specialty camps, including Survival camp, Art in Nature camp, and Mad Science camp
- Handle captive wildlife during large camp programs
- Plan weekly curriculum meetings for counselors to develop schedules and ongoing training in the area of EE including: checking counselor schedules for conflicts, content, and coordinating with camp administrative staff and CNC staff
- Oversee and supervise the seasonal environmental education specialist
- Assist in development of Travel Program- adventure based camp for rising 8th and 9th graders
- Assist with the training and supervision of camp counselors
- Assist with the daily teaching of camp programs as needed
- Support the efforts of all staff and volunteers at CNC
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Camp Director
