Camps Supply Lead at PacSci

Seattle, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jul, 26

Salary

22.75

Posted On

26 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Inventory management, Project management, Supply chain coordination, Team leadership, Customer service, Communication, Organization, Safety compliance, OSHA safety practices, Data entry, Driving, Problem solving, Time management, Adaptability, Coaching

Industry

Museums;Historical Sites;and Zoos

Description

At Pacific Science Center, our mission is to ignite curiosity in every child and fuel a passion for discovery, experimentation, and critical thinking in all of us. Our colleagues are passionate lifelong learners who live our mission every day. Each of us commits to bring an inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) focus in every aspect of our work. Join our collaborative team and help steward our warm, welcoming, community-learning environment at PacSci. As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we’re invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Data shows that women and BIPOC candidates more frequently do not apply to a job because they don’t feel that they meet all of the qualifications listed. If you have some of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and you share PacSci's values and support our mission, we encourage you to apply. Position Title: Camps Supply Lead Department: Camps Reports to: Exhibits, Education, and Outreach Supply Supervisor FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt Position Summary The Camps Supply Lead will assist the Supply Supervisor in ensuring summer camp programming runs smoothly by preparing, inventorying, organizing, maintaining, and distributing camp supplies and assisting with overall operations for all camp locations. This position assists with purchasing by tracking, recording, and communicating supply needs, as well as leading a team of Supply Assistants. The Camps Supply Lead will also assist with preparing for the summer season prior to the start of camps. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Ensure camps supply needs are met by: • Assist Supply Supervisor with supply inventory, communication, receiving, recording, and tracking purchases • Monitor and maintain supply systems across all camp sites, including physical storage as well as online databases and resources • Oversee and maintain the efficient organization and cleanliness of work and storage spaces, including the distribution of camp materials for both on and off-site locations • Coordinate supply preparation and distribution to various camp locations in the greater Seattle area, including the set up and tear down of camp locations • lead the transportation of supplies to various camp locations in the greater Seattle area, including driving PacSci owned 15-passenger vans and assuming the safety of people and materials in the van • Direct the daily workflow of and provide coaching for a small team of Camps Supply Assistants to accomplish short-term and long-term tasks • Communicate supply needs and changes with other camp staff, across all camp locations • Assist camp admin with daily camp operations including supporting program staff, communicating with relevant Pacific Science Center departments, and implementing all policies and procedures • Assist with camper supervision, both inside and outside of the classroom, when necessary • Other duties as assigned Position Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge of (or the ability to learn): • Inventory and receiving practices, purchasing practices preferred • Project management and cross-team communication skills • OSHA safety best practices • The ability to learn basic science knowledge • Customer service best practices Skills: • Maintain rigorous organizational systems with an exceptionally high level of accuracy and precision • Work and communicate effectively and respectfully with people from different cultural backgrounds • Excellent customer service skills; approachable, with a welcoming body language and demeanor • Flexible and able to adapt in rapidly changing, fast-paced environments • Multitask, prioritize, and organize with sound judgement on time sensitive projects Ability to: • Self-motivate, work independently, as well as with a team and act as a leader of supply assistants • Take initiative, learn and apply new content, policies and procedures • Ensure campers of all ages and from diverse backgrounds are welcomed and served in a manner that makes their experience positive, memorable and consistent with Pacific Science Center’s mission, vision, and values • Approach each interaction individually and without expectation or judgement of content knowledge level of interest, or background in science • Work on present projects while simultaneously being proactive and plan ahead • Comply with all camp procedures including all health and safety policies and supporting campers and others in the camp space with doing the same • Maintain security and follow safety procedures Qualifications Required • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and respond to camp issues the arise throughout the day • At least High School Diploma (or equivalent experience) • First Aid/AED/CPR certification or willingness to obtain • WA State Food Handlers permit or willingness to obtain • WA driver’s license and good driving record with at least 5 years of driving history, including no moving violations in the past 3 years • Attending training sessions at beginning of summer season • Available to work a minimum of 8 full weeks of the summer season (June 22-August 28) Preferred • Associate’s/bachelor's degree (or currently in pursuit) or equivalent experience • Informal education experience • Supervisory experience • Past summer camp experience • Project management skills • Availability from early June through early September Physical Demands & Working Conditions • This is a temporary, full-time summer position that begins before the start of camps • This position requires driving a 15-passanger van for supply trips and assuming responsibility of the safety and security of all passengers • Due to a variety of camps and locations, hours can vary, typically totaling 40 hours per week from Early June through early September • Some camps are full day while others are half day only, this position remains full-time • A uniform T-Shirt is provided and required to be worn while on the job • This position requires lifting (50 lbs. unassisted, program materials & supplies) • The person in this position must be able to see, hear and speak; the position requires standing, sitting, walking, lifting, kneeling (and squatting/bending/reaching), carrying (such as supplies and materials) and climbing • This position spends most of the day on their feet to accomplish tasks • This position works primarily at our Pacific Science Center location, with occasional availability to spend full days at one of our other camp locations in the greater Seattle area Other physical demands of the position could include the ability to work outside in the weather including heat/cold, and exposure to dust, fumes, chemicals (liquid nitrogen, helium, and hydrogen gas, dry ice, acids and bases, irritants, latex). This position description generally describes the principal functions of the position and the level of knowledge and skills typically required. It does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee, and it is subject to change as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change. Benefits In addition to base pay, employees for our Camps 2026 season can expect the following benefits: Employee PacSci Membership An ORCA Pass or employee parking discounts 403(b) Retirement Savings Pacific Science Center stands with those who are courageously fighting against hate, racism, and injustice. We recognize that not being racist is not sufficient. We must be actively anti-racist, and we commit to doing so. We prioritize inclusion, diversity, equity, and access in everything we do. Curiosity and critical thinking are essential to the dialogue and changes that need to happen. Pacific Science Center complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at HRDepartment@pacsci.org.

Responsibilities

The Camps Supply Lead is responsible for inventorying, organizing, and distributing camp supplies across various locations while leading a team of Supply Assistants. They also assist with daily camp operations, including camper supervision and ensuring safety protocols are followed.