Program Coordinator

Hunt Hill Nature Center | Full-Time, Year-Round

Location: Wisconsin (on-site; potential on-site housing)
Salary: Starting at $38,000/year (salaried)
Reports to: Executive Director

Application Deadline: February 20, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: April 2026

Organization Overview

Hunt Hill Nature Center (HHNC) is a private, nonprofit environmental education organization dedicated to fostering understanding, appreciation, and protection of the natural world. Through hands-on learning and community engagement, HHNC serves youth, adults, and families while protecting 598 acres of Wisconsin lands and waters.

Position Summary

The Program Coordinator is a mission-critical role responsible for the planning, promotion, coordination, and evaluation of Hunt Hill’s public programs. Working closely with the Executive Director and Program Committee, this position supports strategic program growth, supervises seasonal staff, and ensures high-quality, accessible programming for the community.
This role is ideal for a nonprofit professional who is organized, people-centered, creative, and passionate about environmental education.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate all public programs, including scheduling, logistics, promotions, registration, and communication
• Promote programs through social media, website updates, print and digital materials, and community outreach
• Serve as primary point of contact for presenters and participants
• Actively participate in programs to ensure quality delivery and positive participant experiences
• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise seasonal summer staff
• Develop program budgets, monitor expenses, and support program sustainability
• Collect and evaluate participant feedback to inform program growth and improvement
• Collaborate as a Cooperating Camp Team Member, supporting overall camp operations as needed
• Maintain and safeguard program materials and supplies

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience (5+ years) in education, nonprofit management, marketing, hospitality, event planning, natural sciences, or related fields
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience coordinating and promoting programs or events
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Experience supervising staff or volunteers
• Proficiency with social media, digital marketing tools, WordPress, and basic design platforms (e.g., Canva)
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
• Comfort working outdoors and performing physical tasks in varying weather conditions
• Valid driver’s license and legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Experience working at summer camp is a plus.
• Lifeguarding, or willingness to become lifeguard certified is preferred, but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time, salaried position ($38,000/year)
• Expect 40–45 hours/week
• Paid vacation and matching retirement plan upon meeting employment milestones
• Potential free on-site housing
• Beautiful work environment in a collaborative, mission-driven organization

Commitment to Equity

Hunt Hill Nature Center is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.