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Apply for Job Job ID361382 LocationAll Other -See Job Description Job FamilySupplemental Employee Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code0001 Employee ClassCivil Service Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job OVERVIEW: Work where needed to support summer programs serving youth. Will sometimes help out with small groups of children or families to create a positive program experience and fun-filled nature-based adventures. Other times it may be assisting instructors with set-up, and clean-up or helping the program coordinator with administrative tasks. RESPONSIBILITIES: Floating and flexible help to step in where help is needed Communicate with the program coordinator to prioritize daily responsibilities. Support instructors in creating a positive day camp experience for every camp participant. Enthusiastically help children and families explore and have fun. Maintain a safe and fun learning environment for all, following safety procedures in emergencies. Communicate positively and appropriately with parents/adults/volunteers. Set-up, clean-up and preparation of materials as directed. Other duties as assigned Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Enthusiasm for working with kids with patience & a sense of humor The desire to work in a natural setting (mix of indoors and outdoors in all weather) Previous experience working with children in community or education program Demonstrated leadership in team or group activities Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to walk, bend, and lift 20 pounds, working indoors and outdoors Must successfully pass a background check PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prior experience in outdoor education, informal education, or classroom settings. College coursework/degree and/or work experience related to horticulture, natural sciences, nutrition, agriculture, youth development, youth education or related field. Knowledge and excitement around popular camp themes: Minecraft, Harry Potter, spies, mad science etc. About the Department The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a community outreach unit of the University of Minnesota's College of Food, Agriculture and Natural Resource Sciences. The Arboretum is located west of Minneapolis/St Paul and its 1,200 acres traverse the municipalities of Chaska, Chanhassen and Victoria. As a member of the American Public Garden Association and an accredited museum through the American Alliance of Museums, the Arboretum is a tremendous public asset. Visitors engage with gardens, collections, natural areas, a farm, research demonstrations, youth and adult education, events and exhibits. Please visit us at https://arb.umn.edu/ How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. 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