Job Description:

• Camp Licensing Administration, Implementation and Documentation
• Program Planning and Leadership
• Program Operations and Logistics
• Supervision of seasonal camp staff
  
  

Work Schedule: This is a full-time hourly position working 40 hrs/week. Work is performed onsite with some flexibility for remote work when possible.

Supervises: Seasonal Camp Educator Performers (may vary), and Camp Aides (3-4)

Essential duties:

• In partnership, with Museum Leadership, ensures that camp policies and procedures are updated as needed, communicated and implemented.
• Ensures all staff screening, paperwork and training required for camp licensing is completed each year, including required background checks: Colorado TRAILS, fingerprinting: FBI, CBI, and other in and out of state checks.
• Aligns camps to childcare best practices: Uses positive behavior reinforcement and developmentally appropriate guidance techniques to encourage appropriate behavior
• Plans programs and experiences that are audience centered, accurate and age-appropriate, aligned with Museum mission, community themes and values, and DEIA practice.
• Prepares for program delivery by ensuring documentation and necessary communication is completed, services are requested, logistics are confirmed, set-up/break-down is complete, supplies are stocked and prepared, and props and education materials are in good repair.

Minimum qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelors’ degree in science, education, recreation, outdoor education, or a subject in the human service field required. Equivalent work experience can be substituted per state guidelines.
• 3 years’ experience in informal education program delivery for school-age children required.
• Ability to meet Camp Director requirements of Colorado’s Department of Human Services within 30 days of hire required.
• 1 years’ experience supervising staff required.
• Twenty-one (21) years of age due to licensure requirements required.
• Ability to work weekends and evenings for programs and events required.
• The Museum loves science. As a science institution, the Museum believes in the science behind vaccines. As a condition of employment, employees must present proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 on their first day of employment or receive an exemption or other reasonable accommodation due to circumstances protected under federal or state law that prevent the employee from being vaccinated. If you wish to apply for an exemption, please contact Human Resources for the necessary forms. You will be notified of the decision regarding your requested exemption.

Ideal candidate will have:

• Has experience operating under licensed childcare center requirements
• Finds authentic joy in working with school aged children
• Strong supervisory skills
• Strong organization and coordination skills, with attention to detail

Perks of working at DMNS Include:

A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage. 100% paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance. Paid time-off for vacation, sickness and holidays. 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate eligibility to contribute and, after one year of employment, an employer contribution and match. An RTD Eco pass and a free Family+ membership to the Denver Museum of Nature & Science.

Core values:

• We love science.
• We are curious, creative and playful.
• We cultivate relationships with each other, diverse communities, the environment and for our future.
• We think critically and act with empathy.

Application Instructions:

The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is an equal opportunity employer. The Museum is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse staff committed to serving the needs of all our visitors and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.