Camp Habitat (Day Camp) Director

Position: 2024 Camp Habitat Director

Location: Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge, Fairbanks, AK

Status: Seasonal position, mid-March start date. Please see “Employment Details” for specifics.

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Date Available: April 22, 2024  – flexible start date

Job Description: Camp Habitat is a nature education and ecology day camp for youth ages 4-11. Five (5) day camp sessions run in June and July. The Camp Director’s primary responsibility is to oversee the day-to-day camp operations and supervise camp staff. This position reports directly to the Executive Director of Friends of Creamer’s Field (FOCF).

Where you will be working: Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge is the product of grassroots conservation in the Golden Heart City of Fairbanks, Alaska. The Refuge boasts 2500 acres of boreal forest, grassland, and wetlands that are home to many species throughout the year. The Refuge is located roughly 3 miles from downtown Fairbanks and is close to amenities. Interior Alaska is perfect for the outdoor adventurer - with nearly 24 hours of sunlight in June and July, there will be plenty of time for after-work and weekend activities such as fishing, hiking, camping, and sightseeing. 

Oversight & Management of the Camp Habitat summer day camps:

• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate camp instructors, counselors, guest speakers, and volunteers
• Oversee the development of daily lesson plans and learning experiences for camp
• Update curriculum with new and/or improved learning experiences and activities
• In coordination with the FOCF staff, manage the registration process
• Respond to all registration inquiries promptly (phone and email)
• Update camp staff training manual and training schedule
• Communicate with all partner agencies (Northern Alaska Environmental Center, Alaska Department of Fish & Game)
• Organize and manage Camp Habitat equipment and supplies

On-site preparation and presence

• Assure a safe environment for all children and staff
• Oversee camp set up and take down
• Logistical support for camp staff

Financial Responsibility

• Assist with raising funds for Summer Camps, including tabling at local events (in March and April)
• Process applications and disperse scholarship funds
• Prepare an end-of-the-year report

Professional Qualifications:

• A minimum of 60 credit hours in education, natural sciences, or a related field. Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Must hold a valid driver’s license
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Experience managing a team
• Experience developing curriculum and/or planning long-term events
• Strong organizational skills, flexible, able to multitask
• Experience with children, ages 4-11
• Certification in CPR/First Aid (preferred)