Nature Program Specialist
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support, Summer Seasonal
Description
Job Title: Nature Program Specialist
Classification: Seasonal
Reports to: Meadow Program Coordinator
Compensation: $85-$100/day ($510-$600/week)
Our Commitment to Equity:Camp Fire is committed to building a diverse team and culture. We recognize that there are many aspects of one’s life experience that contribute to the growth of our organization. We encourage everyone to apply. If you believe in our values and mission and want to contribute to the work we do, we want to hear from you, even if you don’t meet every one of the qualifications listed.
If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application. Camp Fire Columbia strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
OrganizationOverview:
At Camp Fire Columbia, we believe that every child should have the opportunity to find and pursue their spark—a passion that inspires and drives them to set and achieve goals for their future. Our Summer Camp Program was founded in 1924 and continues to serve youth ages 5-18. During the summer months, we offer overnight summer camp at our beautiful 552-acre camp, Camp Namanu, bordered by the vibrant Sandy River and presided over by century old trees.
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This position is responsible for developing, organizing, and delivering a nature program that is appropriate for the age and ability of the campers. Activities include but not limited to plant identification, nature hikes, nature and science games, and creek hikes. Specialists live on site, attend trainings and meetings, create a positive environment for campers and peers, and assist in the cleaning and maintenance of program areas.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:1. This role will come in contact with campers, families, visitors, vendors and employees. Each of these persons may have visible and invisible qualities that makes that person unique. This includes race, gender, age, sexuality, ability, religion, national origin, gender identity, and other identities. This role requires sustaining an inclusive and equitable learning and working environments by having respectful and considerate behavior, thoughtful and constructive speech to all.
- Ability to commit to learning and applying an equity lens to the delivery of youth programming and community building.
- Work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation including supporting Namanu by assisting with duties outside of this role.
- Open to feedback and contributing to an environment of continual learning.
2. Delivers progressive nature activities that follow safety protocols, meet camp outcomes, and support the abilities of the campers.
- Evaluate abilities and interests of campers and staff to ensure program activities are age appropriate.
- Inform and train camp staff about their responsibilities when in program spaces including safety procedures, how to prepare their campers, and how to use supplies.
- Manage Nature program schedule including attending scheduling meeting and ensuring all units attend Nature programming each session.
3. Assists in the management and care of the physical facilities and equipment in the nature program area including supply inventory and requisitions.
- Conducts a daily check of the area and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair. Maintain and clean the nature equipment and ensure the security of the equipment when not in use.
- Ensure all participants are aware of safety and educational procedures when in program space or using program supplies.
4. Live in an assigned unit and support the overall success of camp.
- Assist and participate in individual, cabin, unit, and all camp activities.
- Learn, teach, and lead camp songs, games, and transitions as needed.
- Support time‑off coverage for unit counselors as schedule allows.
- Supports Logistics team with Sunday check‑in and Friday check‑out.
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