Summer Camp Counselor

How to apply

Please email Justin Spencer (Spencer) with the following information.

1. Two to three paragraphs in the body of the email detailing why you are interested in this position and how you meet the requirements described in this job description. Each paragraph should be between 3-7 sentences, for a total length of no more than 21 sentences. Do not attach a cover letter.

2. Your resume or work/skills/training history as an attachment or a link to your Linked In profile in your email response. We do not have a preference. Our aim is to understand where you have worked and the types of roles you have had.

3. OPTIONAL – Please consider filling out an optional, anonymous demographics survey, found here (). This survey will remain unattached to any application materials and is used only to determine patterns and opportunities for improvement. The hiring manager will not have access to the individual responses collected.

Complete applications will receive confirmation of submission within 72 hours. Final date to receive applications is Midnight, Sunday, April 5 2026. Please contact Justin Spencer if you have questions about this process.

The Bakken Museum is a one-of-a-kind museum with a focus on innovation and the intersection of STEM and the humanities. The museum encourages curiosity through our exhibitions, events, and on and off-site education programs. Our purpose is to awaken the innovator inside each of us.

The Bakken provides equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Summer Camp Counselors create a fun and educational environment for our campers. Help youth build confidence, problem‑solving skills, and unleash their creativity. Each day will include leading activities, managing materials, and ensuring the camp runs smoothly to maintain an engaging, inquiry‑based learning environment. Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of our campers!

Camp Delivery (90%)

• Works with camp staff to prepare, deliver, and evaluate The Bakken Museum’s summer camp program.
• Provides daily supervision of the summer campers indoors and outdoors.
• Supports a safe environment for campers, staff, and volunteers.
• Collaborates with summer camp staff to assist and mentor campers and student volunteers.
• Assists campers in the troubleshooting and completion of their makerspace projects.
• Serves as a positive role model for campers and volunteers.
• Leads morning games, science based magic tricks, and engineering challenge activities.
• Prepares materials, sets up activities, and ensures supplies are cleaned up before leaving each day.
• Responds appropriately to safety and behavior issues, including assisting with completing incident reports.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Camp Training and Prep (10%)

• Participates in the pre‑camp training to learn about camp activities and procedures.
• Learns education strategies and best practices.
• Prepares materials for use during camp.

Perform other duties as needed or required which are within the position’s scope.

Diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion (DEAI) are core functions of all positions at the Bakken Museum. While some roles may have more specific responsibilities, the items below are a part of everyone’s role at the museum:

• Demonstrate a commitment to DEAI through continuous personal development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias to help cultivate and promote a culture of inclusivity and belonging for all staff.
• Proactively work…