What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Camp Director position at Mass Audubon?
Job Description
Job Description
About Mass Audubon
Mass Audubon is the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England. Founded in 1896 by two women who fought for the protection of birds, Mass Audubon carries on their legacy by focusing on the greatest challenges facing the environment today : the loss of biodiversity, inequitable access to nature, and climate change. With the help of our 160,000 members and supporters, we protect wildlife, conserve and restore resilient land, advocate for impactful environmental policies, offer nationally recognized education programs for adults and children, and provide endless opportunities to experience the outdoors at our wildlife sanctuaries. Explore, find inspiration, and take action at massaudubon.org.
About Mass Audubon Camps
Imagine a place where children can develop their interest in the outdoors, play together, and gain comfort and confidence in the natural world. That place is Mass Audubon's summer camp programs. Each day, campers explore and learn in nature, meet new friends, play games, and have fun! Do you want to share your love of nature and build community? Consider joining our camp staff!
About This Position
Wachusett Meadow Nature Camp is seeking individuals to foster experiential nature-based learning for campers. We aim to promote positive youth development, stewardship for the environment, and a respectful and inclusive safe space for all our campers.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Serve as a vital bridge between camp staff and the camp director
- Assist with development and teaching of pre-camp and in-service trainings
- Participate in daily meeting / planning sessions with other staff
- Create and maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for campers and staff, and make independent safety decisions when needed
- Lead, motivate, and evaluate staff in a positive environment
- Assist with the direction of the day-to-day activities of the camp program and with the supervision of the day camp staff
- Provide a physically and emotionally safe environment for children
- Maintain a safe physical environment of camp by assisting with and delegating housekeeping tasks
- Regularly monitor work of camp staff
- Assist in regular communications with camper families, which could include but would not be limited to : photo taking / upload, blog posts, daily letters, drop off and pick up, phone calls home
- Use First Aid / CPR skills as necessary according to camp’s standing medical orders
- Participate in all camp activities such as opening and closing circle, all camp games, and camp clean up
- Address conflicts, concerns, questions, and issues with parents and staff
- Substitute teach as necessary
- Abide by and enforce camp policies
- Additional related duties may be requested, such as overseeing Counselor in Training programs
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.
Required qualifications as per Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MA DPH) regulations, American Camp Association standards and Mass Audubon Policy :
Desired Qualifications
Perks of Working at Mass Audubon
Compensation and Benefits
This position’s pay range is $21.50-$24.00 / hour. The range for this position is based on three levels that coincide with the candidate’s level of experience, qualifications relative to position requirements, and / or location. This is not a benefits eligible position.
Work Schedule
This position begins on May 5, 2025 and training will take place for 5 hours per week. Full camp staff training will be held from June 2-13, 2025. Camp runs from June 16-August 15, 2025. Hours for this position are Monday-Friday, 8 : 30am-4 : 30pm.
All Mass Audubon Camp Staff undergo mandatory training prior to interacting with campers. If you have a strong desire to work with campers in an outdoor environment and are interested in learning how to teach and effectively lead groups, please apply.
Other Requirements
Employees must successfully complete a CORI and SORI Background Check and a Motor Vehicle Record (if applicable) is required.
Mass Audubon’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Justice
Mass Audubon embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are dedicated to forming a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
Mass Audubon’s mission is to “protect the nature of Massachusetts for people and for wildlife” by building a strong coalition of employees, volunteers, and community members. We recognize that the environmental movement and field of conservation have been affected by societal systems that have limited opportunity and access for many people. As a result, Mass Audubon is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We are engaged in an ongoing process of organizational assessment and change, designed to remove barriers and create a workplace where all forms of diversity are recognized and valued.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Mass Audubon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Mass Audubon prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Salary : $22 - $24
