Lead Education Coordinator & Camp Director (Rindge, NH)

Why Join Us?

• Make a lasting impact on young people by leading a summer camp that foster confidence, independence, and lifelong connections to nature
• Recruit and inspire a diverse, passionate staff team to create transformative camp experiences for young people and families
• During the summer, live and work in a beautiful natural setting at Wildwood Camp surrounded by forests, wetlands, trails, and waterfront areas
• Be part of a connected, curious team of Mass Audubon camp directors and educators, sharing ideas and resources to support education initiatives across the organization

Location: Wildwood Camp, Rindge, NH
Schedule: Full-time, year-round (40 hours/week)
 

Qualifications
At Mass Audubon, our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our described qualifications or you have a less traditional background. We are looking for applicants with the following qualifications:

Must Haves

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• 4+ years of administrative experience leading a camp, after-school program, or similar environment. At least 2 years of experience at a residential / overnight camp
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and experience creating a collaborative team environment
• Experience in youth development especially with older elementary through high school creating and delivering educational programs and activities, especially interactive or hands-on learning
• Strong supervisory experience including hiring, managing, and supporting multiple people of diverse ages, backgrounds, and abilities
• Strong organizational, administrative, and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated commitment to incorporating principals of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice into all areas of work, and a commitment to continued personal learning and growth
• Current certification in wilderness first aid and CPR, or willingness to obtain 
• Ability and willingness to work outdoors in most weather conditions 
• Able to physically access trails and terrain by foot

Nice to Haves

• Strong community engagement skills
• Familiarity with experiential learning and curriculum aligned with state standards
• Experience leading a camp through ACA accreditation process
• Lifeguard, canoe/small watercraft certification or similar or willing to obtain