Outdoor Science Instructor

Oregon Museum of Science & Industry; Fossil (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon Museum of Science & Industry is seeking Outdoor Science Instructors for Camp Hancock at the Hancock Field Station in rural central Oregon, ~18 miles from Fossil. You will lead place-based, concept-focused lessons using OMSI curricula, with a residential schedule that spans spring, summer, and fall sessions.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, knowledge of natural history and ecology, plus youth engagement experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of Natural History and Ecology concepts.
• Minimum one-year prior classroom enrichment or youth engagement experience.
• Pre-employment checks including ACA background checks and fingerprinting if required.
• Current Wilderness First Responder certification or training available in February.

Skills

Natural History

Ecology

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

First Aid Certification

CPR/AED Certification

Job description

The Oregon Museum of Science & Industry is currently seeking Outdoor Science Instructors to join our Camp Hancock team at the Hancock Field Station located in rural central Oregon, approximately 18 miles from Fossil. This position is a part of a passionate team of educators and learners committed to providing transformative concept-based outdoor science education experiences. Using OMSI curricula, instructors plan and lead lessons that are student-centered and place-based for all ages. This unique residential position offers the opportunity to live, work, and play across the Pacific Northwest. Work schedule depends on the site and programming needs.

This opportunity runs from February 2027 through November 2027, and includes spring outdoor school, summer camp, and fall outdoor school.

What We Are Looking For:

• Combination of experience and education equivalent to Bachelor's Degree;
• Working knowledge of the concepts of Natural History and Ecology;
• Minimum one-year prior classroom enrichment or youth engagement experience;
• Pre-employment checks, such as criminal background checks, reference checks, and American Camp Association (ACA) background checks;
• May require fingerprinting background checks based on school district requirements.
• Current Wilderness First Responder certification;
• If not certified, training is available in February during non-working days at employee's expense.
• Current Adult & Pediatric First Aid and CPR/AED certification;
• If not certified, training is included in the February WFR certification course at employee's expense.
• Oregon Food Handlers Card;
• If not certified, cards are issued by completing an online test at employee's expense.
• Valid driver's license, including meeting OMSI's driving standards, which requires completing a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check;
• Programming requires eight incumbents to hold valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with airbrake and passenger endorsements and pass a pre-duty drug screen (and subject to random drug testing). Per Oregon law, you must be 21+ years of age with a minimum of 1 year of driving experience.
• If not licensed, training is available and will be paid time. DMV testing and associated fees are at employee's expense. Once licensed, OMSI will reimburse select DMV fees.
• $20 per day increase for incumbents who obtain a CDL.

For a full list of responsibilities, please see the attached job description.