Adventure Trek Coordinator

About Mass Audubon
Mass Audubon is the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England. Founded in 1896 by two women who fought for the protection of birds, Mass Audubon carries on their legacy by focusing on the greatest challenges facing the environment today: the loss of biodiversity, inequitable access to nature, and climate change. With the help of our 160,000 members and supporters, we protect wildlife, conserve and restore resilient land, advocate for impactful environmental policies, offer nationally recognized education programs for adults and children, and provide endless opportunities to experience the outdoors at our wildlife sanctuaries. Explore, find inspiration, and take action at massaudubon.org.

About This Position
This is a temporary, full time, 40 hours per week position from February-November. With the aid of the Adventure Trek staff, this position is responsible for facilitating all aspects of one-to-two-week outdoor adventure trips throughout the Northeast, including menu planning, outfitting, and trip logistics during the summer. The Adventure Trek Coordinator works closely with the Blue Hills Camp Director to review and approve itineraries and trip reports in a timely fashion. The Adventure Trek Coordinator occasionally works offsite executing resupplies, or substituting for Trip Leader should the need arise. During the fall and spring, this position will work with the education team to teach overnight environmental education field trips for 7th grade classes from the Boston Public School district participating in the Rites of Passage program. Classes visit Mass Audubon’s Norman Smith Environmental Education Center at Chickatawbut Hill in Milton to learn about Blue Hills ecology, build their school community, and connect with nature and the environment. This position will help prepare for and teach a variety of activities including group team building and educational games, leading group hikes, and assisting with food preparation and clean-up. This position will also periodically help with other aspects of Blue Hills Camp and the Metro South Education team.

Application Instructions
Please include a resume and cover letter with your ADP application.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Train and supervise staff on Adventure treks
  • Supervise meal planning and shopping for treks and overnights
  • In cooperation with the Camp Director, provide ongoing development for trip and overnight staff throughout the summer
  • Provide offsite leadership and support to residential overnights, Counselors-inTraining, and Teen Adventure Trips
• Supervise and assist Adventure Trek staff to maintain an organized facility at the Trek Shed and keep accurate written records
  • Maintain all facilities and equipment in safe, working order
  • Oversee check-out & check-in of all equipment at the trek shed
  • Perform regular maintenance and minor repairs on a variety of camping and outdoor equipment
• Assist with planning, execution, and supervision of Adventure Trek programs
  • Assist Blue Hills Camp Director in providing leadership and administrative support for camp programming
  • Give constructive, supportive feedback to Adventure Trek Staff
  • Substitute for staff in Blue Hills Camp as needed
  • Manage scheduling of Blue Hills Camp van fleet
  • Schedule and book campsites, permits, and excursions for trips
  • Act as a liaison between Blue Hills Camp and partner organizations
• Work as part of the Metro South education team
  • Teach engaging environmental education and team building overnight programs for seventh grade Boston Public School classes visiting the Norman Smith Environmental Education Center in Milton
  • Become familiar with and teach a variety of team building activities and games
  • Engage participants in hands-on learning that develop ecology and conservation knowledge
  • Assist in setting up before and cleaning up after programs
  • Maintain educational supplies, curricula, materials, and resources
  • Maintain the safely of all participants and staff as a priority
  • Other duties as needed

Qualifications
At Mass Audubon, our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our described qualifications or you have a less traditional background.

Required qualifications as per Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MA DPH) regulations, American Camp Association standards and Mass Audubon Policy:

• Must be 21+
• Must hold valid driver’s license and have 2+ years driving experience
• Experience leading overnight camping experiences or adventure travel trips
• Must hold current Wilderness First Aid and CPR certifications OR be willing to obtain them before the start of the summer
• Participate in mandated, paid camp training and utilize learning including: natural history, communication, group management, health and safety, and teaching techniques
• Be willing to work in all weather conditions including: heat, sun, humidity and rain
• Physically access sanctuary terrain easily by foot
• Ability to effectively interact with others in camp’s youth-centered environment
• Ability to adapt to changes in schedule and work assignment
• Apply limited manual dexterity in combination with hand/eye coordination to manipulate outdoor equipment
• Must be willing and able to use: cleaning supplies, camp stoves and other camping equipment, camp vehicles including 15 passenger vans, walkie talkies, satellite communication device
• Must submit health history record and examination form prior to first day of work

Desired Qualifications

• Have prior management experience
• Have experience working in nature-based learning environments
• Have a strong interest or related education experience in Environmental Studies, Biology, Conservation, Education, or related field
• Familiarity with regional natural history, wildlife conservation, or other applicable natural history topics
• Education and/or training in K-12 education, or equivalent
• Experience leading environmental education programs for children or any equivalent combination of education and related experience
• Ability to exercise cultural competence and best practices in inclusion
• Willingness to learn or experience teaching team building exercises
• Additional certification such as Lifeguard, Water Safety, or Paddling Instructor
• Experience rock climbing
• Experience with food preparation
• Knowledge of Leave No Trace practices

Perks of Working at Mass Audubon

• Free First Aid/CPR training class offered to staff in June
• “Pro- Deal” discounts on outdoor clothing, equipment and more
• Network with Mass Audubon staff (Conservation, Education, Climate Science, etc.)
• Training in Natural History & Classroom Management

Compensation and Benefits
This position’s pay rate starts at $22.50/hour; actual pay will reflect level of experience and qualifications relative to position requirements. This is a benefits eligible position.
Benefits eligible staff at Mass Audubon may elect to enroll in medical, dental, and vision plans. Mass Audubon also offers disability and life insurance plans, a retirement plan through MetLife, and Flexible Spending Account options. Mass Audubon employment also includes access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and the Reciprocity Agreement through the Consortium of Non-Profit Arts/Cultural/Environmental Organizations of New England. Mass Audubon employees also enjoy 13 paid holidays (holidays may shift annually due to where days fall within calendar).

Work Schedule
40 hours per week. Sunday-Friday during the summer and Monday-Friday during the remainder of the year. Program Coordinators are responsible for overnight campers at all times of day and night during the summer when on call.

All Mass Audubon Camp Staff undergo mandatory training prior to interacting with campers.Training includes: Natural History, Lesson Planning, Behavior Management, Games, and so much more. If you have a strong desire to work with campers in an outdoor environment, and are interested in learning how to teach and effectively lead groups, please apply.

Other Requirements
Employees must successfully complete a CORI and SORI Background Check and a Motor Vehicle Record (if applicable) is required.

Mass Audubon’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Justice
Mass Audubon embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are dedicated to forming a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Mass Audubon’s mission is to “protect the nature of Massachusetts for people and for wildlife” by building a strong coalition of employees, volunteers, and community members. We recognize that the environmental movement and field of conservation have been affected by societal systems that have limited opportunity and access for many people. As a result, Mass Audubon is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We are engaged in an ongoing process of organizational assessment and change, designed to remove barriers and create a workplace where all forms of diversity are recognized and valued.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Mass Audubon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Mass Audubon prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.