Camp Counselor, Apply by: March 5, 2012
Posted: Internal and External
Reports to: Camp & Family Programs Coordinator
Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly ? This is a temporary position.
Hours of Work: There are two Camp Counselor positions and counselors
must be available all the following dates/times:
Pre Camp Season: Week of June, 18-22 Monday ? Friday 8am-5pm for staff
training. Week of June 25?29 Hours/Dates will vary for pre season
production.
Camp Season Runs. July 2 – August 24, M-F, shift times vary. 40 hours
a week. Week of July 2 you will not work Wednesday 4th of July and be
paid 32 hours.
Week of camps, Counselors will be assigned one of two shift times:.
7:30am-4:30pm or 9am-6pm.
Post Camp Season: August, 27 ?31. Hours/Dates will vary for debrief,
evaluation and cleaning.
Dated Needed: June 18, 2012
Posting Expires: March 5, 2012
About the Seattle Aquarium: The Seattle Aquarium is owned by the City
of Seattle and under nonprofit management. The Aquarium currently
serves over 825,000 visitors and 50,000 school children and their
teachers annually. Guided by the mission of Inspiring Conservation of
our Marine Environment, the Seattle Aquarium has a realistic plan for
phased growth based on record-setting attendance, membership and
fundraising growth, an energized Board of Directors and professional
management. The current annual budget is $12 million.
Position Overview: Seattle Aquarium Marine Summer Camp Counselors are
role models who will be working with a professional team of camp
staff, high school volunteers, campers and their families. Campers?
age range 5 to 15 years old and are separated by varying age groups.
You will work with all ages of campers while leading your group of up
to 10 campers in all aspects of camp programming.
Primary job functions:
Ensure the safety of all campers.
Lead your own group of 8-10 campers each week. Ages vary from 5-15
years old
All camp staff oversees all campers each week. 24-30 campers per week.
Lead the scheduled activities on time for your group while positively
encouraging all campers to participate, observe, discover and
appreciate their marine environment while being respectful of their
surroundings on and off site.
Activities include, but are not limited to counselors leading; marine
science lessons, games, exhibit and behind-the-scenes tours and
fieldtrips.
Assist with all aspects of maintenance, preparation set up and clean
up of all program related activities on and offsite.
Act as the communication link between the Lead Camp Instructor and
high school volunteer counselors to help guide them in fulfilling
leadership roles.
Establish and build positive relationships with all camp staff,
volunteers, interns, campers and their families & our camp partner
organizations.
Promote appropriate behavior among all camp participants and serve as
a role model.
Other camp related projects as assigned.
Special Knowledge, Skills, Training:
Minimum of 2 years experience working with children and/or teens.
Minimum of 2 years experience working in an aquarium, zoo,
environmental education center or similar institution required.
Previous experience working in a camp setting preferred.
Educational background in Education, Child Development, Recreation,
Environmental Science, or related field.
Experience working with diverse racial and socio-economic audiences.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent leadership abilities.
Strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated reliability, responsibility and enthusiasm.
Basic knowledge of group activities, games, team building initiatives
or other environmental education related programming.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team player.
Be flexible in a rapidly changing work environment.
Knowledge of marine science and conservation.
First Aid/CPR Certification required.
Basic knowledge of water quality testing kits, beach transect tools,
plankton tow, microscopes, comfortable using microphones, TV/DVD
players.
Familiarity with MS Office Programs; Word, Excel, Outlook.
Education:
Required: Completed High School and Must be 18 years of age or older.
Desired: College courses in Education, Child Development, Recreation,
Environmental Science and Biology.
Working Conditions:
Flexible schedule and be able to commit to the hours and dates of work
above.
High energy needed to walk several miles carrying gear and supplies at
field sites on uneven terrain.
Must be able to spend long periods of times outdoors during all
weather conditions (extreme heat or rain)
Must be able to sit, stand walk, run for varied and extended periods
of time while interacting with children and teens.
Heavy to moderate vocal demands to project talks and announcements to
direct a large audience in loud areas during heavy foot and vehicle
traffic.
Ability to lift at least 30lbs
Salary and Benefits: $12.50
How to Apply: To apply please send a one page letter of interest and
resume to jobs@seattleaquarium.org. Application review will begin
immediately. Posting closes March 5, 2012.