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Nature and Barnyard Coordinator

Morgan's Wonderland Camp

Nature and Barnyard Coordinator

San Antonio, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Morgan's Wonderland Camp is an ultra-accessible™ camp for all ages and abilities, with a special emphasis on giving people with physical and cognitive challenges an opportunity to enjoy summer-camp-type activities alongside guests without special needs. Morgan's Wonderland Camp will include swimming, floating on a relaxing river, hiking, archery, horseback riding, zip-lining and much more.

    Position Summary: 

    Under the direction of the Program Manager, The NATURE & BARNYARD COORDINATOR plays a vital role in the success and growth of Morgan's Wonderland Camp  ("MWC"). This position will focus on the development and implementation of high-quality programming operations that help create  meaningful and lasting experiences for our campers, guests, staff, and volunteers. As a member of the camp leadership team, this role is  responsible for ensuring our nature program reflects and furthers the mission and values of Morgan's Wonderland Camp. The Nature & Barnyard Coordinator will oversee the nature facilities, animals, and programming while creating a community of inclusion, innovation, teamwork, and safety. 

    Responsibilities: 

    • Safeguard the efficient operation of camp programs through thorough and careful review, development, and implementation of  program policies and procedures.  

    • Oversee the development of nature curriculum and programming to ensure it meets the goals of MWC. 

    • Provide leadership and day to day management of nature program area with the purpose of enhancing program operation.  

    • Oversee the creation, review, and retainment of nature activity procedure manuals and activity related records and reports. 

    • Maintain program equipment to be in good repair, and facilities are kept clean.  

    • Provide daily care for MWC animals. • Ensure that activity areas meet current ACA standards, Local and State Law, and the Morgan's Wonderland code of standard practice. 

    • Obtain appropriate certifications and education level needed for activity area. 

    • Actively support and promote a safe environment and ensure that proper safety precautions are being followed.  

    • Continual planning and implementation of enhancements to nature activity.

    • Participates in on-going professional development and maintains an understanding of current best-practices.  

    • Coach, instruct and/or consult members of the program staff team in regards to nature activity. 

    • Evaluate the need for, prepare, and conduct in-service staff trainings and monitor staff to assess the need for outside or specialized  training throughout the year.  

    • Cultivate staff morale by monitoring team dynamics and individual needs.  

    • Monitor and control systems, practice, and education as it relates to risk management and safety for participants/employees.

    • Provide support to other departments as needed.  

    • Attend and participate in employee trainings and meetings 

    • Mitigate risk whenever possible and make safety recommendations to all departments. 

    • Manage camp-wide projects when needed.  

    • Any other duties as required. 

    Qualifications 

    • Nature & Barnyard Coordinator must have demonstrated experience in teaching about and caring for animals and nature.

    • Commitment to the mission and core values of Morgan's Wonderland, as well as the implementation of these values in all daily work  activity is a necessity in this leadership role. 

    • Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university or equivalent experience 

    • Must possess high levels of self-motivation and leadership abilities.  

    • Ability to work effectively across departments, with members of the executive team, board members, and volunteers with confidence  and professionalism. 

    • Willingness and enthusiasm to work as part of a team; maintain a positive attitude even under stress. 

    • Applicable experience working with special needs population 

    • Ability to delegate appropriate responsibilities involved in day-to-day operations is essential.  

    • Must be able to capture detail and meet deadlines. 

    • Must have very good oral and written communication skills and have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office  and Outlook.  

    • A driver's license is required as well as the capacity to drive to various locations. 

    Working Conditions 

    • Physical Requirements – 

    o Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, and twisting upper body for long periods of time. 

    o Much physical effort required on a routine basis: the ability to lift up to 40 pounds is required. Will be occasionally required  to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch. 

    o Frequent and at times, a high level of walking is required. 

    o Capable of viewing a computer monitor for long periods. 

    • Environmental Demands – 

    o The work environment is an outdoor camp environment with continuous outdoor activity and exposure to weather. 

    o The ability to move quickly across campus on uneven terrain. 

    o Work is performed in a fast-paced office and outdoor environment that requires attending meetings at different off-site  locations 

    • Additional information: 

    o The continuous requirement for professional demeanor and appropriate camp staff attire at all times.