What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Supply Assistant position at PacSci?
Position Title: Camps Supply Assistant
Division: Science Engagement & Outreach
Department: Camps
Reports to: Exhibits, Education, and Outreach Supply Supervisor
FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt
Pay Rate: $21.00/hr
Position Summary
The Camp Supply Assistants work as a team with the Supply Leads and Supply Supervisor to ensure summer programming runs smoothly by assisting with organization, inventory, maintenance, and distribution of camp supplies at PacSci or offsite camp locations. Supply Assistants help with the overall daily operations of camps.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Assist Supply Leads with organizing, distributing, and maintaining supplies
Assist with daily camp operations including distribution of camp materials, communication with program staff, and other operational needs as necessary
Pull, pack, and label supplies for internal and external request fulfillment
Perform administrative tasks in support of camp operations such as photocopying, paperwork, printing, etc.
Maintain supply systems including physical storage spaces and digital databases
Load and unload camp supply vans at both PacSci and offsite camp locations
Assist with camper supervision when necessary, including during staff breaks, prep time, and drop off/pick up
Assist with camp location set up and tear down, including materials preparation, delivery, and clean up
Other duties as assigned
Position Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of (or the ability to learn):
Basic science content
Customer service best practices
Skills:
Work effectively and respectfully with people from different cultural backgrounds
Flexibility and the ability to remain calm and adapt to a rapidly changing environment
Excellent customer service skills; be approachable and use welcoming body language and demeanor
Multitask, prioritize, and organize multiple projects with sound judgement
Ability to:
Ensure campers of all ages and from diverse backgrounds are welcomed and served in a manner that makes their experience positive, memorable and consistent with Pacific Science Center’s mission, vision, and values
Approach each interaction individually and without expectation or judgement of content knowledge level of interest, or background in science
Maintain security and follow safety procedures
Work independently and with a team
Comply with all camp procedures including all health and safety policies and supporting campers and others in the camps space with doing the same
Qualifications
Required
High School Diploma (or equivalent experience)
At least 18 years of age at the start of camp
Attending training sessions at beginning of summer season
First Aid/AED/CPR certification or willingness to obtain
WA State Food Handlers permit or willingness to obtain
Available to work a minimum of 6 full weeks of the summer season (June 24-August 30)
Preferred
Informal education experience
Past summer camp experience
Passion for science education and early child development
Associate’s/bachelor's degree (or currently in pursuit)
Available to work all 10 weeks of the summer season (June 23-August 29) plus the following cleaning week (September 1-5)
Working Conditions
This is a temporary, full-time summer position that begins before the start of camps
Due to a variety of camps and locations, hours can vary, typically totaling 40 hours per week from early June through early September
Some camps are full day while others are half day only, this position remains full-time
A uniform T-Shirt is provided and required to be worn while on the job
This position requires lifting (50 lbs. unassisted, program materials & supplies)
This position description generally describes the principle functions of the position and the level of knowledge and skills typically required. It does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee, and it is subject to change as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
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