Rec Staff - Science Center (Summer 2026)

Care for animals. Teach campers. Explore creation.

Make a hands-on impact this summer by leading outdoor education experiences and caring for animals at Timber-lee’s Science Center!

What You’ll Do:

• Care for animals and maintain activity areas
• Lead activities like Creation Walk, fishing, Animal Encounters & more
• Help campers engage with God’s creation through fun, educational experiences
• Welcome and assist campers, staff, and guests
• Offer feedback and ideas to improve Science Center programs
• Participate in training and team meetings
• Assist with camper arrival/departure on weekends
• Participate in other camp activities as planned by the Recreation and Ministry Departments, as the schedule allows, mainly after dinner hours.
• Flex into other roles and temporary assignments to other duties (including Cabin Leader) if needed

Perfect for those studying biology, education, or anyone who loves animals, nature, and sharing God’s creation with others!

Spiritual

• Is a professing Christian and is supportive of Timber-lee’s mission and core values as well as committed to the truths found in our Statement of Faith.
• Commitment to a Christian lifestyle and demonstration of character in keeping with the biblical model.
• Exhibits a sincere love for the Lord and desires to see people come to know Him personally and grow in their faith.

Organizational

• Agrees with, and supports, Timber-lee's ministries, philosophy and policies.
• Demonstrates excellent work ethic; excels at providing quality guest experiences.
• Understands and exhibits behaviors and skills needed to function in, and be accountable in, a team environment.
• Shows a positive and cooperative attitude of ministry to the position, guests, and fellow employees.

Positional

• Has the patience to be involved with campers and other guests, answering questions, dealing with animal messes, etc.
• Has excellent communication skills and the ability to teach and lead others.
• Is able to handle and care for animals within the Science Center, following all departmental guidelines. Allergens in the Science Center include tree nuts, peanuts, gluten, citrus, and animal dander.
• Able to occasionally lift up to 25lbs.
• Is able to physically traverse the multi-terrain campground; able to be on one’s feet for long periods of time.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire to be considered for this position.

Offers of employment are contingent on background and reference checks.