Director of Education & Summer Camp

Seeds of Peace Camp; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 50,544 - 61,776; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick time

Access to free summer camp

Regular staff potlucks and volunteer outings

Some remote work options

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Brunswick, Maine is seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Director of Education. You will lead the Summer Nature Day Camp, oversee environmental education programs, and manage departmental budgets. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of relevant experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and an enthusiasm for connecting people to nature. This full-time position offers an annual salary of $56,160 along with various benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience directing or coordinating youth programs, outdoor education, or camps.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience supervising staff and managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee environmental educational programs to align with strategic goals.
• Develop and manage budgets and work plans for the education department.
• Supervise education department staff and oversee projects.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Budget management

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

Brunswick‑Topsham Land Trust, in Brunswick, Maine, seeks an organized, detail‑oriented, and energetic people‑person with strong communication skills to lead our beloved Summer Nature Day Camp ("CREA Camp") and to serve in a year‑round leadership role as our Director of Education. This position reports to the Executive Director. To learn more about BTLT, please visit www.btlt.org.

Hours & Compensation

Hours: 36 hours per week, year‑round (note that these year‑round hours are an average across the year; the camp director will need to be on‑site, full time, for 42 hrs/week during the 7 weeks summer camp is in session, and correspondingly fewer hours during winter months).

Compensation: $56,160 annual salary, plus benefits including health insurance, retirement, paid vacation and sick time, 13 paid holidays, access to free BTLT’s CREA Summer Camp, regular staff potlucks & volunteer outings, and some remote work options.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the wide range of environmental educational programs offered by BTLT, ensuring that these programs carry out our mission in alignment with strategic plan goals.
• Develop and manage budgets and annual work plans for the education department.
• Supervise education department staff year‑round, and oversee progress on projects and deliverables.
• Write and manage grants to support education initiatives.
• Lead occasional community programs & represent the organization at public events.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate education & community outreach goals.
• Work closely with leadership team to carry out department head duties, such as aiding with BTLT operations and implementation of strategic plan.
• Serves as CREA Camp Director, leading all aspects of camp operations (see below).

Camp Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee 7 weeks of nature‑based summer camp for campers ages 6‑13 and Counselors in Training ages 13‑17.
• Develop and manage the annual camp budget.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise seasonal camp staff and volunteers.
• Create a positive, inclusive, and safe environment for campers and staff.
• Maintain compliance with all state licensing requirements and safety standards.
• Administer camp registration & payment system, including using Jotform, Excel, Paypal, and extensive communication with parents over email.
• Oversee camp operations and staff for 7 weeks while camp is in session, including a focus on leadership training for counselors‑in‑training (CITs).
• Plan themes & activities for camp, including ordering all needed supplies.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience directing or coordinating youth programs, outdoor education, or camps.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience supervising staff and managing budgets.
• Be comfortable working outdoors in all seasons and engaging with children, families, and community partners.
• Experience in grant writing (preferred).
• Hold child & adult First Aid/CPR and/or WFA certification (or willingness to obtain).

Candidate Must

• Believe in BTLT’s mission of conservation, environmental education, local agriculture, and connecting people to nature.
• Be a motivated team player.
• Be comfortable working independently, both in terms of taking initiative and problem‑solving; have excellent written and verbal communication skills and keen attention to detail.
• Be proficient in Microsoft programs, particularly Excel and Word; e‑mail; and technology.
• Be able to manage diverse tasks, effectively prioritize and manage time, and meet deadlines.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills.
• Be able to pay close attention to confidentiality.