Camp Coordinator (Temporary)

SALARY & FLSA: $20.76 - $24.96 per hour; FLSA non-exempt

The $23 hourly starting pay is structured to be competitive. 

OPENING DATE: 02/18/2026

CLOSING DATE: 03/11/2026 (May close sooner if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received.) 

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Temporary

UNION: Non-Represented

OPENINGS: 2

LOCATION: Onsite

DEPARTMENT: Learning and Innovation

This is a seasonal position starting May 21, 2026, to September 4, 2026.

This is a 40 hour per week position. One of the Camp Coordinators will work an 8:00 am - 4:30 pm shift, and the other will work a 9:15 am - 5:45 pm shift. 

HOW DO YOU ZOO?

More than 1.3 million people visit Woodland Park Zoo each year. We connect people with wildlife and remind them of what’s at stake in our changing world. Our job is to motivate people to take action and provide them with the tools needed to join us in saving endangered species. Working for the zoo means upholding our mission, “To save wildlife and inspire everyone to make conservation a priority in their lives.” Apply today and show us how you zoo.

WHO YOU ARE 
As our new Camp Coordinator, we know you will be successful in this role because you:

• Are a Scheduling Wiz: You can create and maintain daily and weekly schedules for three different camp levels that operate simultaneously. Updating and maintaining camp rosters and emergency binders is a task you can do with ease.
• Are a Communication Expert: Using your expert communication skills you can monitor, respond, and delegate across camp communication channels including calls, emails and radio communications. Leading weekly meetings with camp staff and organizing instructor teambuilding is a task you are excited to take on.
• Provide Camp Support: The prospect of coordinating and assisting with the interviewing, training and onboarding of Camp Instructors excites you. As a Camp Coordinator, you are ready to respond to and assist with campers and instructors' needs during camp as requested or as circumstances dictate.

YOUR PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Order, organize, maintain, and prepare program equipment and supplies.
• Schedule guest speakers and reserve facilities.
• Organize tasks for weekly floater instructors.
• Support camp programming in daily operational needs.
• Respond to and assist with the needs of campers and instructors during camp as requested or as circumstances dictate.
• Proactively engage with feedback mechanisms to foster continuous improvement.
• Attend training sessions and schedule meetings as needed.
• Support the end‐of‐summer closing procedures of the program as needed.
• Provide instructor break coverage as needed, including supervision and behavior management of campers.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to speak a language in addition to English.
• First Aid and CPR certificates

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of two (2) years coordinating programs or projects in an educational setting, such as a school, day care, museum, zoo, park, or program provider.
• Ability to prioritize workload and remain flexible to changing tasks.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office products, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams, and to complete online timesheets.
• Ability to listen patiently and attentively, ability to express self clearly and effectively, and ability to adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity.
• Successful applicants must be willing to live and work in Washington State to perform this role.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a valid WA driver's license with a safe driving history.

BENEFITS

The Woodland Park Zoo offers temporary staff the following benefits:

• 4 complimentary Zoo tickets per year plus other discounts and perks 
• Accrue 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked
• 403(b) Retirement Plan  
• Free staff parking
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

SELECTION PROCESS

Application: Please include a resume and cover letter with your application through our Zoo Careers site at zoo.org/jobs. Please be sure to list or upload copies of all relevant training and certifications on your application. The zoo may review existing application pools to fill this position or use this pool to fill future vacancies. 

This opportunity is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Woodland Park Zoo values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The zoo encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, 2SLGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. Woodland Park Zoo is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in all its services. If you need accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact our recruiting team at careers@zoo.org.

Screening: We will review applications. Final candidates will be invited for virtual or in-person group interviews.

Offer: Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check. In addition, this role requires the applicant to successfully complete a driving record review.