Bell Museum Summer Camp Logistics Coordinator

Posted: February 16, 2023 by MAEE Administration

Category: Bell Museum of Natural History

Bell Museum Summer Camp Logistics Coordinator
Job Type	Part Time & Seasonal
Organization	Bell Museum
Job Description	Working with the Youth & Family Programs Coordinator, this individual is responsible for some of the logistics of the Bell Museum Summer Youth Camps including the ordering, care, and distribution of camp supplies, and efficient and effective communication with camp families and camp staff. This position will work both as part of a team and individually to ensure that camp activities run as smoothly as possible, and to ensure the best experience for campers. The person in this position will help manage check-in and check-out times, follow all Safety of Minors policies. We are looking for individuals to join our team who are inspired by our mission to ignite curiosity and wonder, explore our connections to nature and the universe, and create a better future for our evolving world. We believe that difference is a strength and are looking for candidates that reflect and respect diversity. We encourage you to apply for the position even if you do not believe you meet every qualification. Duties and Responsibilities Inventory and Supply Management (70%) Maintain inventory of all camp supplies and generate purchase lists as necessary. Distribute camp supplies and assist with setup and tear down of camp curriculum activities, lunch time activities, and check-in/check-out activities. Camper and staff support (20%) Supervise and facilitate group time and check-in and check-out with campers, parents, and guardians while maintaining a safe and engaging environment. Provide emotional and behavioral support to campers and guidance to support Camp Leaders and Assistants. Interact in a friendly, appropriate manner with campers, parents, and guardians, staff, and the general public. Camp staff are required to follow all safety related policies and procedures at all times. Support summer camp staff while maintaining a safe and engaging environment during lunch and transitions. Other duties (10%) Complete other additional tasks as assigned by Youth & Family Programs Coordinator and/or Education Programs Manager. Step in to teach camp classes on an as-needed basis. Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Minimum High School Diploma or G.E.D required Experience working with youth and adults in a team environment Strong organizational and conflict management skills Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds. Ability to practice good conflict management skills when communicating with guardians, as well as with campers. Must be able to lift 40lbs. Desired Qualifications BA or BS in recreation, education, youth development, special ed or related field or experience First Aid and CPR Certification Experience in working with youth with special needs, (e.g. on the autism spectrum, have ADHD, or have anxiety and/or depression) in a classroom or camp setting. Ability to organize time and work in a highly effective manner, express ideas clearly both verbally and in writing and to be adaptable, flexible, dedicated, and dependable. Experience using and troubleshooting virtual technology, such as Zoom. Experience managing data using Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or another spreadsheet program. Hours, Pay, Other Position start date: May 29, 2023 Position end date: September 8, 2023 Hours: 40 hours/week, for 10 weeks in the weeks of June 12, 2022 to September 1, 2022 time period. Approximately 24-32 hours per week between May 30 and June 9th. Monday-Friday times may vary Required staff training days: 4-5 days (30-40 hours) of training to be scheduled between June 12 - 15. Times will vary Pay rate: $19.00 /hr Other: Successfully passing a background check is a requirement for this position. *To learn more or apply, visit:* Summer Camp Youth Support Coordinator UMN Job Board ID: 353940 Application Deadline: Open Until Filled Pay Rate: $19.00 Link: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/353940 Questions about the position can be directed to Kate Sigurdson, ksigurds@umn.edu.
Location	2088 Larpenteur Ave W. St Paul MN 55113
Expires	2023-04-07
Link	https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/353940
MAEE Partner	Bell Museum of Natural History

Part Time & Seasonal

Bell Museum

Location: 2088 Larpenteur Ave W. St Paul MN 55113

Expires: 2023-04-07

Link: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/353940

MAEE Partner: Bell Museum of Natural History

Job Description:

Working with the Youth & Family Programs Coordinator, this individual is responsible for some of the logistics of the Bell Museum Summer Youth Camps including the ordering, care, and distribution of camp supplies, and efficient and effective communication with camp families and camp staff. This position will work both as part of a team and individually to ensure that camp activities run as smoothly as possible, and to ensure the best experience for campers.

The person in this position will help manage check-in and check-out times, follow all Safety of Minors policies.

We are looking for individuals to join our team who are inspired by our mission to ignite curiosity and wonder, explore our connections to nature and the universe, and create a better future for our evolving world. We believe that difference is a strength and are looking for candidates that reflect and respect diversity. We encourage you to apply for the position even if you do not believe you meet every qualification.

Duties and Responsibilities

Inventory and Supply Management (70%)

Maintain inventory of all camp supplies and generate purchase lists as necessary.
Distribute camp supplies and assist with setup and tear down of camp curriculum activities, lunch time activities, and check-in/check-out activities.

Camper and staff support (20%)

Supervise and facilitate group time and check-in and check-out with campers, parents, and guardians

while maintaining a safe and engaging environment.

Provide emotional and behavioral support to campers and guidance to support Camp Leaders and Assistants.
Interact in a friendly, appropriate manner with campers, parents, and guardians, staff, and the general public.
Camp staff are required to follow all safety related policies and procedures at all times.
Support summer camp staff while maintaining a safe and engaging environment during lunch and transitions.

Other duties (10%)

Complete other additional tasks as assigned by Youth & Family Programs Coordinator and/or Education Programs Manager.
Step in to teach camp classes on an as-needed basis.
Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Minimum High School Diploma or G.E.D required
Experience working with youth and adults in a team environment
Strong organizational and conflict management skills
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
Ability to practice good conflict management skills when communicating with guardians, as well as with campers.
Must be able to lift 40lbs.

Desired Qualifications

BA or BS in recreation, education, youth development, special ed or related field or experience
First Aid and CPR Certification
Experience in working with youth with special needs, (e.g. on the autism spectrum, have ADHD, or have anxiety and/or depression) in a classroom or camp setting.
Ability to organize time and work in a highly effective manner, express ideas clearly both verbally and in writing and to be adaptable, flexible, dedicated, and dependable.
Experience using and troubleshooting virtual technology, such as Zoom.
Experience managing data using Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or another spreadsheet program.

Hours, Pay, Other

Position start date: May 29, 2023
Position end date: September 8, 2023
Hours: 40 hours/week, for 10 weeks in the weeks of June 12, 2022 to September 1, 2022 time period. Approximately 24-32 hours per week between May 30 and June 9th.
- Monday-Friday times may vary
Required staff training days:
- 4-5 days (30-40 hours) of training to be scheduled between June 12 - 15. Times will vary
Pay rate: $19.00 /hr
Other: Successfully passing a background check is a requirement for this position.

To learn more or apply, visit:

Summer Camp Youth Support Coordinator

UMN Job Board ID: 353940

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Pay Rate: $19.00

Link: https://hr.myu.umn.edu/jobs/ext/353940

Questions about the position can be directed to Kate Sigurdson, ksigurds@umn.edu.