Outdoor Science School Program Coordinator

Overview: Position Objective:

The Outdoor Science School ("OSS") Program Coordinator will collaborate with the Director of Education to oversee staff and to coordinate all program operations and in a manner consistent with Mount Hermon Association, Inc.'s ("MHA’s") mission, vision and values.

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Key Job Accountabilities: *

• Provide oversight to implement program curriculum, schedule, and activities.
• Oversee OSS Naturalists, Principals and Health Technicians. Provide feedback, support and direction.
• Collaborate with Director to hire staff. Plan and co-lead 2 weeks of staff training.
• Collect weekly program details from teachers and OSS Director; disseminate details clearly and concisely to all OSS staff in a timely manner.
• Communicate with teachers and parents via email and phone.
• Visit school sites to promote OSS program through discussion and video presentations.
• Model Christian community and coordinate OSS community centered events.
• Facilitate conflict resolution among OSS community members.
• Attend Mount Hermon staff breakfast/prayer and events.
• Participate in OSS spiritual formation and leadership program.
• Teach adult seminars and lead nature hikes for summer camps.
• Other Duties as assigned by supervisor.

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Supervisory Responsibilities: *

Direct supervisory responsibility includes the authority to hire, transfer, suspend, layoff, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward or discipline subordinate employees or effectively recommend such actions. This position has direct supervisory responsibilities for these positions:

• OSS Naturalists
• OSS Principals
• OSS Health Technicians

Qualifications:

The OSS Program Coordinator is a Ministerial position. Ministerial staff render their work, stewardship, relationships and behavior as evidence of being followers of Jesus Christ while embracing and affirming MHA's Christian mission, vision, beliefs and standards of conduct. They are responsible for defining, cultivating and leading MHA’s Christian community, conference programs, and retreats. All staff join into our community life of prayer, worship and spiritual activity, including but not limited to staff meetings, attendance at programs, Bible Study, and staff gatherings.
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Education/Certifications/Licenses: *

• CPR and First Aid certified (Must be acquired before employment).
• Bachelor's degree in science, education, or related field required.

Work Experience:

• Previous experience in leadership role, demonstrated ability to lead adults.
• Previous experience with working with elementary-aged children.
• 2-3 years' work experience in a residential outdoor education setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are essential.

Physical Demands:

The physical environment requires the employee to work both inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. It also requires sitting, standing, and the ability to hike at least four miles.
Additional Requirements :

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Must agree to and comply with MHA’s employee driving guidelines for MHA-owned vehicles and personal vehicles for business purposes.

• Adherence to the basic principles as expressed in MHA’s Mission, Vision, Values and Commitment statements.
• Adherence to company dress code and professional standards for personal grooming and appearance.
• Satisfactory completion of background investigation as well as ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

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This job description reflects essential functions of this position. It does not restrict management’s right to reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time._

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Multiple Locations