Camps Operations Assistant

Position Title:  Camps Operations Assistant

Department:  Camps

Reports to: Education and Camp Programs Supervisor

FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt

The Camps Operations Assistant will work with site leadership and education staff to ensure smooth day-to-day operations of summer programming at the designated site. The Operations Assistant will work closely with the Supply Team to support supply chain operations.

• Monitor and maintain supply systems for an individual camp site, including physical supplies, as well as digital resources and databases. Request additional supplies in the timely manner by communicating with Camps Supply Team.
• Lead daily camp operations including set-up and tear down of signage, distributing camper lunches, and other operational needs
• Assist Site Leads with daily operations like pick-up/drop-off, supervising campers, and facilitating breaks
• Assist educators with administrative tasks and supply inventory in support of daily operations
• Assist Site Leads with the distribution of daily camp letters to communicate program activities to families and guardians
• Assist the Supply Team with supply distribution at an individual camp site
• Assess risk and ensure camper safety, including responding to first aid situations. Complete incident reports when needed.
• Supervise campers in Extended-Day program if scheduled
• Comply with all camp procedures and other health and safety policies and supporting campers and others in the camp space with doing the same
• Provide feedback and program evaluation to Camps for Curious Minds leadership
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge of (or the ability to learn):

• Basic science knowledge
• Project management and communication skills
• Behavior and classroom management
• Customer service best practices

Skills:

• Can prioritize tasks, multitask, and problem solve
• Able to communicate effectively and efficiently with Site Leads and other staff both in-person and digitally
• 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 attention to detail

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 
• Work independently as needed as well as within a team
• Multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Required

• Experience working with youth from grades Pre-K-8th
• High School Diploma (or equivalent experience)
• At least 18 years of age at the start of camp
• Attending and completing training sessions before start of summer camps  
• First Aid/AED/CPR certification or willingness to obtain
• WA State Food Handlers permit or willingness to obtain before start date
• Available to work a minimum of 6-10 full weeks of the summer season depending on location placement 

Desired

• Informal education experience
• Past summer camp experience
• Passion for science education and early childhood development
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Associate's/Bachelor's degree or currently in pursuit
• Available to work all 10 weeks of the summer season (June 22-August 28)

• This is a temporary, full-time summer position
• Due to a variety of camps and locations, hours can vary daily, typically totaling 40 hours per week during the camp season
• 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 may require driving a 15-passanger van and assuming responsibility of the safety and security of all passengers

The workplace environment can vary but will typically involve the ability to travel with a group of students and staff throughout classroom, outdoor, camp, community, and museum spaces. Travel is sometimes required to accommodate various camp activities. Other physical demands of the position could include the ability to stand/walk/sit, lift 50 lbs. (lunch/material tubs - unassisted), kneel/squat/bend/reach, carry/climb (will often load, unload and carry cartloads of lesson materials and supplies), work outside in the weather including heat/cold, and exposure to dust, fumes, chemicals (liquid nitrogen, helium and hydrogen gas, dry ice, acids and bases, irritants, latex).  

This position description generally describes the principal 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.

Benefits

In addition to base pay, employees for our Camps 2026 season can expect the following benefits: 

• Employee PacSci Membership
• An ORCA Pass or employee parking discounts
• 403(b) Retirement Savings

Pacific Science Center stands with those who are courageously fighting against hate, racism, and injustice. We recognize that not being racist is not sufficient. We must be actively anti-racist, and we commit to doing so.  We prioritize inclusion, diversity, equity, and access in everything we do. Curiosity and critical thinking are essential to the dialogue and changes that need to happen.
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