Camps & Family Programs Coordinator

Job Overview

The Camps and Family Programs Coordinator position is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day implementation and enhancement of onsite camps, birthday parties, and other fee-based family programs in alignment with Kentucky Science Center’s strategic plan. This role will work closely with the Manager of Camps and Family Programs to coordinate quality camps and family program experiences through consistent and effective parent/caregiver communication, development of engaging hands-on STEAM curriculum, creation and implementation of a cross departmental supply management plan, coordination of volunteer efforts, and maintaining high-quality training for all staff.

Reports to: Manager of Camps and Family Programs

Areas of Concentration:

Day to Day Logistics of Camps and Family Programs- 60%

Program Facilitation (Including Weekends)- 15%

Education/Camp Staff Training-15%

Evaluation of Program- 10%

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary onsite camp leader for all Science Camp sessions. This includes providing oversight into all camp related activities, staffing, and ensuring safety protocols are maintained.
• Coordinate all aspects of preparation for upcoming camps and weekend family-based programs including curriculum development, supply organization, staff training, & parent/caregiver communication. Weekend onsite presence required.
• Coordinate with other internal departments on the infrastructure of camps and family programming such as classroom/lab space reservations, registration and general booking policies, and marketing/promotion.
• Maintain timely and appropriate communication with parents/caregivers before, during, and after camps and family-based programming.
• Effectively utilize resources to assess and develop STEAM curriculum to deliver high quality and innovative camps and family program experiences in alignment with our strategic plan.
• Work with Manager of Visitor Experience & Education Development and fellow team members to schedule staff for camps and family programming during the school year.
• Collaborate with leadership to provide high-quality training for seasonal camp staff throughout the full camp season and for family programs’ staff and volunteers.
• Coordinate with team members across the Visitor Experience Department to develop, implement, and maintain a streamlined supply management system that ensures efficient resource allocation, program readiness, and operational excellence.
• Maintain data tracking for supply expenditures, program attendance, and program revenue for camps and family programs and reports monthly data to the Manager of Camps and Family Programs.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with community organizations, parent groups, school administration and other organizations/agencies related to camps and family programming.
• Practice and enforce safety and emergency policies and procedures. In addition, maintain a clean and safe environment for program participants and instructional staff in all Science Center classrooms, labs, and storage areas in cooperation with other team members.
• Serve as a key member of cross functional Visitor Experience leadership team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary : $40,000