As a Christian ministry, we have the privilege of sharing the joy of Jesus with
everyone who comes to Camp Timber-lee. Part of that joy is having a
beautiful 600+ acre camp where people come to find a respite in their daily
lives.

Serves as an instructor, program facilitator, and host within Timber-lee’s
various programs that include summer camp, retreats, outdoor education,
and others. Responsible for execution of pre and post-Timber-lee experience
planning and preparations. Participates in departmental and camp-wide
projects and routine assignments to care for departmental and camp assets
and facilities. Participates in and responsible for assisting in overall camp
ministry planning.

• Instruct activities, including classes on various topics of natural history,
  sciences, and natural resources.
• Assists with creating and developing instructional resources, including
  curriculum, class resources, display boards, etc., for all Science Center
  classes and activities.
• Assist with the care of equipment, departmental infrastructure, and
  land management activities.
• Assist with the care of equipment, departmental infrastructure, and
  land management activities.
• Assist in hosting various camp groups.
• Assist in other camp-wide tasks and opportunities as assigned.

Spiritual

• Is a professing Christian committed in faith to the Biblical truths found in the Statement of Faith.
• Supportive of Timber-lee’s mission and core values, commitment to a Christian lifestyle, and character demonstration in keeping with biblical models.
• Strives to demonstrate through thought, attitude, actions, and behaviors a life that reflects a personal faith in Jesus Christ and exhibits the fruits of the Spirit.
• Exhibits a sincere love for the Lord and desires to see people come to know Him personally and grow in their faith.

Organizational

• In agreement with and supports Timber-lee's ministries, philosophy, and policies.
• Demonstrates excellent work ethic and excels at providing quality customer service.
• Has excellent communication skills and the ability to teach or lead others.
• Understands and exhibits and understands behaviors and skills needed to function and be accountable in a team environment.
• Passion for people, learning new things, and a sense of adventure.
• Must be 21 years of age or older and have a valid drivers license

Positional

• Required to live on grounds in shared dorm style housing.
• College degree required. Degrees in education, natural sciences including biology, ecology, environmental studies, and other similar programs preferred.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds at least 50 feet.
• Capable of working with, caring for, and handling various small animals used in teaching units, including birds, small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, etc.
• Evenings and weekends required.
• Ability to perform a mixture of indoor and outdoor work.
• Able to work on feet for long periods of time.
• Able to work in an allergen-rich environment with little, if any, impact on work performance.
• Able to traverse the multi-terrain campground during all seasons.
• Field experience in biology, ecology, natural resource management, or working with living displays and associated systems is a plus.

Candidates must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire to be considered for this position.