Summer Camp Director: Nature & Adventure Programs

City of Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Omaha is seeking a part-time/seasonal Camp Specialist to supervise, plan, and lead a range of recreational programs for children in day camp settings, including nature and ecology classes, archery, arts and crafts, and orienteering.

You will oversee camp counselors, manage supplies, ensure safety, and deliver engaging activities while coordinating with staff and parents. The role is outdoors-friendly and requires some evenings and weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work varied times, including some evenings.
• Ability to work outdoors all day.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred.
• Knowledge of Biology preferred.
• Experience with youth programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervises camp counselors and oversees daily camp operations.
• Orders and picks up supplies for program/activities.
• Supervises and coordinates activities to promote nature and natural science awareness.
• Responsible for the upkeep of each of the area in the park designated for your program/activity such as maintaining the plant and animal life in the nature center, archery targets etc.
• Coordinates and lead activities for campers.
• Provides customer assistance, responding to inquiries and complaints from campers and parents.
• Provides instruction for program/activity.
• Sets equipment out and collects all equipment daily.
• Assists in Friday special activities.
• Prepares certificates and awards and distributes them at the Friday programs.
• Cleans facility and grounds.
• Enforces safety guidelines associated with camp program.
• Fills in as camp counselor as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned or as the situation dictates within the scope of this classification.
• If Assigned to the Camp Specialist Role the additional duties will be assigned: Coordinates and leads activities in a specialized area of camp programming such as archery, nature skills, or ropes course.

Skills

Nature education

Outdoor education

Activity planning

Safety policies

Outdoor classes

Communication

Instruction comprehension

Mobility

Job description

City of Omaha is seeking a part-time/seasonal Camp Specialist to supervise, plan, and lead a range of recreational programs for children in day camp settings, including nature and ecology classes, archery, arts and crafts, and orienteering.

You will oversee camp counselors, manage supplies, ensure safety, and deliver engaging activities while coordinating with staff and parents. The role is outdoors-friendly and requires some evenings and weekend availability.