Seasonal Art Camp Director

Who We Are:

Founded in 1891 by a group of visionary volunteers The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) is the nations premier conservation and preservation organization. The Trustees preserves for public use and enjoyment properties of exceptional scenic historic and ecological value in properties are open to all and we thrive by involving as many people as possible in all that we do. We aim to protect special places for future generations to enjoy in perpetuity and have helped protect more than 50000 acres including 27000 acres on more than 120 reservations that are open to the public. As a non-profit conservation organization we are funded and supported entirely by our visitors supporters volunteers and our 100000 Member encourage you to learn more about The Trustees on our website .

Posting Information:

Hourly Rate:$23.00-25.00/hour

Rates aredeterminedbased on relevant experience.

Hours per week:40 hours/weekMondays-Fridays 8:30AM-4:30PM Fridays until 5PMoccasional weekend days/weeknights for training and campadministration

Job Classification:Nonexempt Seasonal

Job Type:OnsitedeCordova

Duration:May 11 2026August24 2026

Location:deCordova Lincoln MA

What Youll Do:

Are you someone who values collaborative interdisciplinary place-based education and the intersections of art nature and science Are you creative open-minded curious and flexible and have strong organizational computer and management skills As the director of DeCordovas camps you will implement and execute each summers unique themes that spark the imagination and creativity of staff campers and families alike.

THE HIVE July6-August7 is designed for fifty-six campers ages 5-12 who are curious about the world around them and interested in exploring nature and contemporary artistic ideas through energizing and emergent collaborations culminating each week in large-scale installations in the Sculpture Park.

TEEN SUMMER STUDIO June29-July 3 and August 10-14 offers opportunities for smallcohortof 1316-year-olds to refine and expand artistic techniques create meaningful connections and develop confidence in their unique artistic voice.

For more information aboutthis summersexciting weekly themes and projects please visit:deCordova Camps.

The Role:

As thedeCordovaArt Camp Director you will report to thedeCordovaInterpretation Manager and oversee the operations and management of The Hive and Teen Summer Studio. You willbe responsible foronboarding training mentoring and leadingdeCordovascohort of innovative Art & Nature Instructors (artists educators makers naturalists) who work in consort with campers to create magnificent immersive sculptures in the park each summer week. As thedeCordovaCamps Director you will spend extensive time in the studios actively engaging with campers supporting instructors building community and developing strongrelationships with each camper and their family.

Specifically youll be responsible for:

• Implement and oversee the camps emergent art and nature-based curriculum that responds todeCordovasexhibitions plus instructors and campers interests and skills.

• Effectively train mentor and manage a team of seasonal camp staff: Assistant Camp Director Art & Nature Instructors Camp Behavior Specialist and Junior Instructors.

• Manage camp registration parent communications town licensing and other camp administrative work using dedicatedCampBrainsoftware and other platforms asrequired.

• Lead comprehensive training for Instructors and Junior Instructors ensuring they are fully grounded in program content and pedagogy and prepared to create a safe engaging and consistent camp experience.

• Provide robust support to the Assistant Camp Director in training mentoring and managing Junior Instructors ages 1518 ensuring they are equipped to contribute meaningfully to the studio environment.

• Support individual camper needs challenges and wellness sometimes requiring one-on-one supervision.

• Proactively communicate with camper parents fostering trust through cleartimely and thoughtful outreach that supports each campers experience.

• Collaborate closely with Instructors on the weekly installation and de-installation of camper-created projects ensuring thoughtful presentation safe handling and an environment that celebrates each artists work.

• Participate in statewide Trustees Camp Director meetings and trainings.

• Collaborate with Lincoln Nursery School and Trustees staff to prepare and breakdown studios for the transitions from Lincoln Nursery School classrooms todeCordovassummer camps.

• Along with the Assistant Camp Director serve as thecampHealth Care Supervisor by coordinating and overseeing first aid and campermedicationsas necessary.

This is aseasonal nonexempt positionworking40hours/week reporting to thedeCordovaCampsDirector.

What Youll Need:

Skills and Experience:

• Required:
• ObtainedBachelorsdegreeor equivalent experience in education art the sciences the humanities or other relevant course of study.
• 3 years of supervisory experiencedemonstratingthe ability to lead staff build community coordinate programs and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Appreciation of process-based collaborative artmaking using unique materials and materials from the natural world.
• Experience working with youth families and the public in an educational setting.
• Experience working with or managing high schoolers.
• Ability to learn quickly and function and act independently.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written needed for both internal and external stakeholders: colleagues artists children and families.
• Strong organizational skills: ability to manage projects and workflow using time and resources effectively.
• Effective communicator; strong interpersonal skills: helpful calm friendly demeanor.
• Highly computer literate including working with spreadsheets and camp management software.
• High regard and aptitude for teamwork collegiality customer service and visitor experience.
• Interestin working for a mission-driven organization focused on conserving and presenting nature and culture across the state.
• Has or be willing to obtain camp director certificationfrom ACA or equivalent organization(training is available).
• Has or willing to obtain Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification; training provided if needed.
• Able and willing to work across a 30-acre site both indoors and outside in all types ofsummerweather.
• Able to lift40 pounds.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be 21 years old by the first day of camp

• Full-time availability for camp staff training sessions (May/early June dates TBD) and all weeks of camp (June29-August 14) Mondays-Fridays 8AM-4PM;plustime in May and late August to prepare for and breakdown camp

• A valid drivers license as well as a satisfactory driving record as outlined in The Trustees driving policy.

• Current authorization to work in the United Statesby thefirst day of employment

• A satisfactory criminal background (CORI) check

Dont quite have all the skills and experience listed above We still want to hear from you! Research shows that historically marginalized groups are less likely to apply if they do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to building a diverse team and encourage you to apply even if you are missing some of the skills and experience above.

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Your Benefits:

• Sick Time: 40 hours of paid sick time upfront.

• Reciprocity:Employees have access to free and discounted admission and membership to more than 50 nearby museums and cultural institutions.

• Discounts: Enjoy free entry to all Trustees properties discount event tickets and discounted merchandise at our stores and on stays at our inns.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity:

The Trustees is a proud equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status including but not limited to age race ethnicity sex gender sexual preferences nation of origin religion or disability status and strongly encourages applications from people of color persons with varying abilities women and LGBTQ applicants. We aspire to reflect and effectively serve the residents and communities of Massachusetts who are at the core of our mission.

The Trustees commitment to advancing the organizations vision for this work may be found here:Diversity Belonging Inclusion and Equity.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible work environment. To request reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process please contact us at .

Required Experience:

Director