CAMP COUNSELOR - JUNE 10TH START

Overview

Provide specialized supervision, guidance, and instruction to camp attendees (trainees) in a team setting. Crew Trainers lead or support educational activities on topics such as the history of space, robotics/cyber, and aviation programs. They also lead and support activities in a variety of camp-related topics such as the Mission Center Complex (MCC), Aviation Challenge (AC), Robotics and Cyber Camp Programs, museum simulators, Space Camp program activities, Ropes Course Facilitator, Logistics/Camp Operations, and/or Airport transport and Extended Duration activities. Crew Trainers are ultimately responsible for ensuring trainees receive a quality, safe, and secure camp experience.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

1. Supervising and Providing Care for Trainees/Participants (All Crew Trainers
   1. Escort and accompany trainees at all times to scheduled activities, maintaining orderly behavior, and a professional learning environment.
   2. Attend to any personal difficulties encountered by trainees, such as illness, conflict mediation, loss of personal items, etc.
   3. Serve as a positive professional role model for trainees, putting an emphasis on college/education importance, exhibiting professional integrity, and military service.
   4. NO PHYSICAL CONTACT WITH TRAINEES allowed unless it is a life-threatening situation.
   5. Wake up/Lights out duty, after-hours habitat monitor, meal/cafeteria monitor, logistical and supply preparation, registration/check-out, and supporting other employees performing camp activities. Some duties/responsibilities may fall outside of normal operating hours.
   6. May conduct High & Low Ropes training and ensure that trainees are adequately instructed in the individual ropes elements and understand their roles in the overall element execution.
   7. May serve as a lead in areas with unique requirements and specific job knowledge in Rocket Center programs based on personal/professional experience.
   8. Perform other related duties as assigned. The above duties reflect the general responsibilities necessary to describe the principal work functions of the job and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be in the position.
2. Educating and Instructing Trainees/Participants (Team Leader, Simulation Specialist, and Ropes Course Instructor)
   1. Conduct space and unmanned aviation simulations training and ensure that trainees are adequately instructed in mission simulation positions and understand their roles in the overall mission.
   2. Provide knowledgeable explanations about space, robotics, and aviation-related subjects and perform lectures and briefings as assigned.
   3. Ensure that trainees are adequately instructed in all program contents and activities for a successful and enjoyable experience.
   4. Instruct, supervise, and perform swimming/water activities.
   5. Maintain a clean, organized, safe working environment for both customers and coworkers.
   6. Meet or exceed the expectations of the Leadership team for providing customers with a quality and safe simulator and camp experience.
   7. Assist in weekly registration, graduation, and coordination of trainees before and after completion of their camp program
   8. Maintain Leadership Challenge Course equipment and elements following training and Rocket Center safety standards.
3. Coordination of Trainees’ Transportation and Registration (Airport Extended Duration)
   1. Ensure transportation arrangements are confirmed through the Airport Extended Durations Coordinator and communicated to the trainee.
   2. Facilitate early trainee departures and late arrivals to the airport. For example, running the wake-up process as early as 2 am.
   3. Operate a company vehicle to shuttle passengers to and from the airport. Must meet Rocket Center age and license requirements to operate Center Vehicles.
   4. Serve as a representative of the Rocket Center at Huntsville International Airport

Physical Requirements of the Position

• Walking and climbing (stairs, hills, ropes, ladders, poles, and wooded terrain) to access simulators, ropes elements, and training areas.
• Standing for long periods (4-6 hours) or for the duration of shift instructing and operating simulators.
• Carrying and lifting equipment, supplies, and objects up to 50 pounds waist height.
• Bending, kneeling, and reaching to store & retrieve supplies, and operate simulators, ropes course elements, and camp activities.
• Seeing/sight, to present lectures and briefings and conduct instructional tours through the museum and other areas of the facility and campus.
• Talking and hearing to communicate with supervisors, guests, trainees, and employees in person and over the telephone. Must be able to clearly and effectively present safety briefings and instructional debriefs.
• Ability to work in an outdoor environment in hot summer temperatures (should not exceed 105° F heat index).
• Able to swim/teach in a water environment free from fear and/or anxiety.
• Must be able to operate astronaut training simulators, aviation/flight simulators, and ropes course elements free of fear or anxiety for the safety of our guests.
• Must be able to work a full shift based on the Center’s needs and the individual’s preference and availability.
• Understands and follows all Rocket Center policies and procedures.
• Is a positive role model: displays positive attitude, interest, and motivation to work with the trainees, other aerospace team members, and other departments.
• Participates in teamwork: effective and productive involvement with all Space & Rocket Center staff.
• Maintains high standards for work areas and appearance; presents self in a highly professional manner to others.

The above duties reflect the general responsibilities necessary to describe the principal work functions of the job, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be in the position.

The employee is responsible for working safely and keeping his/her workplace safe.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Travel Required:No

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Must be at least 19 years old.

Education: Prefer a minimum of 20 hours completed college credit. Life and professional experience may substitute for required hours of education.

Preferred Education and Experience: Experience working with children in a structured environment (e.g., coaching, tutoring, teaching). Previous experience in a similar educational, instructional camp, space exploration work environment, or military experience is a definite plus. Must possess excellent communication and instructional skills and be a positive role model. Must exhibit strong leadership skills.

Experience:

Other Requirements

1. A valid driver’s license and good driving record are preferred.
2. Willingness to comply with our required dress code.
3. Must pass drug and alcohol screen, clear the State Central Registry on Child Abuse/Neglect upon employment, criminal background checks, and other tests required by management. The U.S. Space & Rocket Center does not hire convicted felons.

Specialization Requirements:

1. Airport Crew Trainers must be able to obtain a TSA Sterile Area security clearance at Huntsville International Airport and meet Rocket Center driver's license and age restrictions to operate Center vehicles.