ART CAMP ASSISTANT COORDINATOR
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Organization Mission
Engaging the community through art and nature.
Organization Overview
Laumeier Sculpture Park, one of the first and largest sculpture parks in the country, is an
internationally recognized, nonprofit arts organization that is accredited by the American
Alliance of Museums and operates in partnership with St. Louis County Parks. Laumeier
presents more than 70 works of large-scale outdoor sculpture in a 105-acre park that is free
and open daily. Laumeier serves approximately 360,000 visitors of all ages each year with
presentations of art through a sculpture collection, temporary exhibitions, education programs,
public events, and more. The park is located in Sunset Hills, Missouri in St. Louis County.
Position Overview
Summer Art Camp is a signature Laumeier program that has been running continuously for 35
years. It is beloved and highly respected in the community and maintains high standards of
excellence. It is an outdoor camp, held on Laumeier’s grounds. It runs for 8 weeks, from mid-
June to early August.
The Assistant Coordinator is a seasonal, hourly, non-exempt position, reporting to the Learning
& Engagement Specialist and working closely with the Education Coordinator and other
summer staff members. The Assistant Coordinator provides vital support for all aspects of Art
Camps and Teen Art Program operations, helping to deliver positive and memorable
experiences for students, caregivers and colleagues. The Assistant Coordinator works with
the following programs: Little Buds: Ages 3.5-6; Art Adventurers: Ages 5-10; Art Squad: Ages
10-15; and Teen Art Programs: Ages 13-18. There are also ample opportunities to participate
in paid and volunteer professional development.
The schedule is as follows:

April 7 – May 19: Approximately 20 hours of paid training and professional
development (PD) conducted in-person at Laumeier and at select locations around the
St. Louis region. Some trainings may also be available via Zoom. Trainings and PD
occur on Sundays.

June 3 – 6: Camp setup special trainings, approximately 6 hours/day

June 7: Camp setup Family Open House event, approximately 8 hours
June 10 – August 2*: Camp sessions, M-F, approximately 7:45am – 3:45pm
No programming on July 4 and July 5.

August 5: Cleanup day, approximately 8 hours
Duties Responsibilities

• Serve as a support to the Learning & Engagement Specialist, Education Coordinator,

Instructors, Teaching Assistants, and students

• Create an atmosphere that is fun, safe and promotes creative thinking

• Assist with daily setup and cleanup

• Assist with students’ daily check-in and check-out procedures

• Communicate with caregivers as needed in a patient and respectful manner

• Help manage waiting lists, scholarships, registrations and cancellations

• Produce weekly camp newsletter for caregivers

• Serve as a substitute instructor if needed

• Help create supply lists

• Maintain proper inventory and storage of supplies

• Report all missing or damaged equipment to supervisor

• Attend all trainings and staff meetings

• Serve as an ambassador of Laumeier Sculpture Park

• Keep supervisor informed of all positive and negative feedback

• Participate in reports (attendance, accident, evaluation)

• Perform additional duties as assigned by Learning & Engagement Specialist and

Education Coordinator

Qualifications Skills
The ideal candidate is someone passionate about art, education, and the desire to inspire kids;
interested in gaining arts administration experience; possesses a calm, patient demeanor;
enjoys being outdoors and has the ability to work in a summer camp setting with a lot
happening simultaneously.

• Passion for art education and working with young people

• Knowledge of contemporary and historical art and art processes

• Growth mindset and self-reflection

• Strong interpersonal communication skills

• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced work environment

• Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented

• Able to work in an independent and self-motivated manner, as well as part of a team

• Proficiency at Microsoft Office Suite required. Experience with basic graphic design and

database management a plus.

Education Experience
Previous experience working with children and/or teens required. Higher education relating to
Education, Art Therapy, or Studio Art is a bonus. Arts administration experience a plus.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to pass a background check, including a check for criminal records

• Ability to work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions

• Ability to walk distances and lift and move program materials

Compensation
$16-$18/hr
Office Culture
Laumeier is a small organization, with modestly sized departments and team members all work
closely together. Laumeier offers flexibility for hybrid models of remote and in-person work as
well as flexible scheduling.
Staff Core Values: We believe in the importance and impact of art and nature. We cultivate a
welcoming, inclusive, and positive environment for staff, board, artists, students, and visitors.
We encourage creativity and innovation. We value collaboration and teamwork. We rely on
competency leading to quality and excellence. We respect our colleagues and maintain
personal and group accountability.
DEAI Statement: Laumeier Sculpture Park strives to serve as a welcoming place for diverse
social engagement, free from discrimination and prejudice. Our commitment to diversity
includes the active embrace of the broadest possible representation of our community,
regardless of race, ethnicity, cultural experiences, gender identity and expression, sexual
orientation, age, socio-economic status, physical and mental ability, education, and religion.
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to HR@laumeier.org with the
subject line Assistant Art Camp Coordinator. Please do not send additional supporting
materials until they are requested. You will receive an acknowledgement of the receipt of your
application.
Only applicants who move forward in the process will be contacted. We ask for understanding
and patience. Please do not contact any staff members to check on the status of your
application, and absolutely no phone calls.
Search Timing
The first round of interviews will be held on Zoom. Additional interviews may be held in person.
Position open until filled. Anticipated start date: March 17, with flexibility to accommodate the
hire’s availability.
Laumeier is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, equity, inclusion,
and anti-racism. Candidates of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Posted 2/15/24