Camp Support Staff

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Spend your summer outdoors helping create memorable, nature-filled experiences for children! The Kalamazoo Nature Center (KNC) is seeking energetic and adaptable Support Staff to play a vital role in keeping camp running smoothly.

KNC is a nonprofit organization on 1,500 acres of woodlands, prairies, and wetlands — recognized as one of the top nature centers in the country. With more than 15 miles of trails and a mission to welcome and inspire people to discover, enjoy, value, and care for nature, KNC offers a truly special setting to work, learn, and grow.

We value diversity, inclusion, and community representation, and we’re building a team that reflects the people we serve.

• Support camp operations, including registration, check-in/out, and daily logistics.
• Assist with setup, cleaning, and organization of activity spaces and materials.
• Help maintain safe, welcoming spaces for campers and staff.
• Step in to assist counselors and provide extra help for groups or individual campers.
• Communicate regularly with the Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director.
• Prepare or distribute snacks and lunches as needed.
• Administer medications and complete necessary reports.
• Step into counselor duties as needed to ensure a seamless camp day.
• Other duties as assigned by the Camp Director.

• Must be 18 years or older by the first week of camp.
• Friendly, flexible, and ready to work in a fast-paced, outdoor environment.
• Commitment to KNC’s mission and to environmental stewardship.
• Reliable communicator and team player.
• Able to work the full camp season and follow safety procedures.
• Prior experience working with children or in customer service is a plus but not required.
• Lifeguard certification preferred.

• Nature based camp means walking several miles per day on hilly terrain and rustic trails.
• The work is outdoors in hot, humid Michigan weather.
• Work environment may be loud with active groups of children.

Pay range: $13.00/hr - $14.00/hr (Base pay)
Classification: Full-time, Seasonal, Hourly/Non-Exempt
Supervisor: Camp Director
Schedule: ~8:00am–4:30pm, Monday–Friday, June 1 – August 17 (week of July 4 off)
Compensation: $13.25/hr ($14/hr for returning staff)
Benefits: 1-year KNC household membership, 10% discount at Trailhead gift shop, access to robust employee assistance program

The Kalamazoo Nature Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

Join us this summer and help create a camp experience where everyone feels welcome, supported, and inspired by nature!