Summer Environmental Camp Counselor

Knowledge Services is currently looking for a Environmental Summer Camp Counselor for the everyday operational tasks of the Environmental Education Day Camp Program under the supervision and direction of the day camp coordinator. 

This is a seasonal position expected to run from May 18, 2026 - July 24, 2026. 

Pay Rate: Starting at $15/hour 

Work Hours: 40 hour work week with availability between 7AM-6PM Monday-Friday. Occasional weekend availability may be required. 

Work Location: Indianapolis, IN - Grassy Creek Park & Washington Park

Responsibilities

• Follows all Indy Parks and Recreation Seasonal Policies and Procedures
• Supervises campers
• Develops and maintains programming supplies, educational materials, biological and geological specimens
• Coordinates daily nature activities including hiking, crafts, and nature lessons
• Implements daily attendance procedures, activities, and field trip schedule
• Communicate with parents, counselors, and park staff 
• This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree or working toward a degree in Interpretation, Recreation, Environmental Education, Education, or Natural Resources strongly preferred. Or 3-4 years of experience in Interpretation, Recreation, Environmental Education, Education, or Natural Resources
• Strongly preferred knowledge of Indiana flora, fauna, ecosystems, and biological interactions and concepts.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and have at least 2 years' experience working with youth in a supportive environment.
• Must have current certification in CPR and First Aid prior to summer employment. If you are not already CPR and First Aid certified, the City of Indianapolis will help you gain certification. 
• Must have good communication and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work daytime hours ranging from 7:00am to 6:00pm.

Independent Judgment

• Follows the established policies and procedures of the department.
• Adheres to all rules and regulations.
• Independent judgment may occur in decisions regarding day camp programs, activities, handling discipline problems, emergency situations, wild animals, and dealing with the public.

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in an outdoor setting at a park site.
• Working conditions include all outdoor weather and environmental conditions, traveling on buses, in-water activities (creek stomps, water balloons and spray pad).
• Work is performed in the company of large numbers of children, adults and general park users.

Physical Requirements: 

Job frequently requires sitting, handling objects with hands. 

Job requires standing, walking, reaching, talking, hearing, and lifting up to 50 pounds. 

Knowledge Services is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact TalentHR@knowledgeservices.com. 

Knowledge Services is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Knowledge Services does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws. People with disabilities, veterans, and military families are encouraged to apply. 

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