Camp Coordinator

Who We Are:

NatureBridge provides best-in-class environmental science education experiences for more than 30,000 students and their teachers every year in the world’s best classrooms: our National Parks. Our mission is to connect young people to the science and wonder of the natural world, igniting self-discovery and inspiring stewardship of the planet. Through our programs, students explore the outdoors, connect with their peers, discover themselves and develop a lasting relationship with science and the environment around them.

What You Will Do:

Coastal Camp at NatureBridge is a summer day camp designed to combine marine and coastal ecology themes with hands-on educational activities and games, providing exciting opportunities for discovery in the great outdoors. As an integral member of the Camp Administrative Team, the Camp Coordinator supports the Camp Director in administering and coordinating program operations and logistics for Coastal Camp. This is a seasonal, full-time and onsite position from Monday, January 5, through August 21, 2026. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The hiring process consists of 1 phone screen followed by 1-2 panel interviews for select applicants.

This position takes place at our campus in the Marin Headlands and cannot be performed remotely.

Your primary job will be to:

• Serve as primary customer service contact for camp participant guardians, communicating with them via phone and email 
• Organize and distribute camp messages to other Camp Admin Team members 
• Maintain logistics systems such as camper waitlists, transfers and refunds
• Perform ongoing maintenance and updates within the registration software, including editing program listings and participant information
• Inventory and maintain camp supplies
• Create and update camp curriculum and materials
• Campus set up and break down before & after camp season
• Assist with the hiring of camp staff, including conducting interviews and assessing applicants 
• Help plan and co-lead staff training (June 8-12, 2026)
• Supervision of up to 10 seasonal camp staff, conducting field observations, providing guidance, inputting paperwork, and submitting payroll
• Rotating facilitation of weekly camp staff meetings and participation in Camp Admin Team meetings
• Rotating role of staff standby manager
• Must be available to work weekdays in person for the entirety of the camp season, June 8 - August 21, 2026
• Occasional weekends required (camp fairs, summer staff move in/move out, etc.)
• Rotating admin on-call duties: if living in staff housing, you will be on call for staff and participants on site.
• Assist with campers who are exhibiting challenging behaviors, sick, or need a break from the camp group
• Other duties and responsibilities as needed

Compensation:

• $20-22/hour
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Option for a 403b retirement plan with employer match after six months
• Generous paid vacation, training days and sick leave
• Other benefits include Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and more
• Housing may be provided as a benefit of employment

Who You Are:

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years related leading summer camp programming or experiential education experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion in the workplace. We especially encourage you to apply if you are a member of (or have extensive experience working with people from) any communities that are impacted by the historic and current system of oppression that has limited access to environmental education, or the outdoors in general.
• Experience fostering positive outcomes for children with diverse behavioral needs
• Customer service and office administration experience
• Proficiency with Google Suite or equivalent database software
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to balance multiple tasks at once and work independently
• Experience or training in equity and inclusion work and commitment to upholding EI&D practices in the workplace
• Demonstrated experience managing risk
• First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain certification before employment 

If you are interested in the role and do not meet every requirement listed, please still apply! We are interested in applicants with unique lived experience and skill sets.

*All NatureBridge Employees are required to complete a background check in order to be eligible for employment.

Why should you join the NatureBridge team?

• We are a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and supports you in making a positive impact on young people and the environment
• You will get to work in a beautiful natural setting with other dedicated staff who are passionate about the environment
• We are invested in supporting our staff through professional development & mentorship.

NatureBridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate based on any protected category, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, gender, gender expression (including transgender expression or pregnancy), political affiliation, age, immigration status or disability. We encourage qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please let us know if you require any accommodation. 

How To Apply:

Submit your application to our Online Career Portal. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled