Camp Operations Coordinator

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Organization

Chewonki Foundation

Job Posted

February 6, 2023

Job Category

Job Type

Job Duration

Job Compensation Type

Remote

No

Contact Name

Katie Goodman

Contact Email

camp@chewonki.org

Contact Phone

(207) 656-1164

Location

Wiscasset, ME
United States
The Operations Coordinator is responsible for general camp operations and spearheading special events, such as evening activities, excursion days, and ‘once a session’ events. The Operations Coordinator is also responsible for planning and executing staff events and supporting staff days off transportation. The Operations Coordinator will work closely with the Coordinator team, Administrative team, and Outdoor Programs team.

Summary

The Operations Coordinator is responsible for general camp operations and spearheading special events, such as evening activities, excursion days, and ‘once a session’ events. The Operations Coordinator is also responsible for planning and executing staff events and supporting staff days off transportation. The Operations Coordinator will work closely with the Coordinator team, Administrative team, and Outdoor Programs team. 


ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Plan and facilitate special events (i.e. evening activities, weekly events, once a session events)

  • Create and plan staff events to support the staff experience, such as post-evening activities or day off options

  • Manage camp vehicle reservation and scheduling 

  • Develop strong relationships and work closely with multiple teams within camp; including the Coordinator team, the Administrative team, the Outdoor Programs team, and Camp Leadership.

  • Maintain essential duties as member of the Coordinator team 

    • Meet with other Coordinator Team members to discuss and address camp concerns; 

    • Participate in Leader of the Day (LoD) rotation to ensure camp schedule runs smoothly

  • Practice professional presentation and communication with participants and their families, co-workers, and the public

  • Instill joy and enthusiasm into the daily life of camp

 

PREREQUISITES:

  • Experience with operations or event management preferred

  • Applicant must be at least 21 years old to drive participants, Attend Driver’s Training, as necessary

  • Must pass background check

  • Driver’s license approved by Chewonki’s insurance carrier

  • The Chewonki Foundation requires that 100% of staff are vaccinated against COVID-19, as allowed for by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Proof of completed COVID-19 vaccination will be required upon acceptance of a job offer.

 

CLICK HERE to apply.

 

Compensation Information

Starting Salary: $5,100, increases based on prior leadership experience

  • Incentives: travel stipend, Room & Board, refer-a-friend $200 bonus, Wilderness First Aid Certification (starts June 8th)