Camp Coordinator for Camp Big Sky

Job Title: Camp Coordinator

Job Category: Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt/ Hourly

Position Type: Seasonal

Reports To: Youth Programs Manager

Supervises: Counselors, Jr. Counselors, and Campers

Pay Scale: DOE

Expected Schedule: 40hrs a week, June 2nd - August 26th

Benefits: Seasonal BASE Pass (June-August), Pro-deals, potential housing opportunities

POSITION SUMMARY

Set the tone for an incredible summer at Camp Big Sky! Camp Coordinators are responsible for 20-40 campers and 2-8 counselors/junior counselors. Basic job functions include organizing supplies for activities, activity facilitation, camper behavior management, mentoring counselors and junior counselors, and communicating with parents as necessary. As a Camp Coordinator, you help to create an environment where campers and counselors can be their truest selves.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Create and maintain meaningful connections with campers, staff, and parents/caregivers.
• Provide training, support, and active feedback for counselors and junior counselors.
• Assist Youth Programs Manager with the implementation of camp activities, including writing adequate instructions and organizing materials for camp activities.
• Help create a camp culture that is inclusive, supportive, and encourages growth in campers and staff.
• Model effective behavior management techniques and support counselors with their behavior management skills.
• Ensure camp is being properly set up and camp spaces are cleaned to a high standard daily.
• Help prepare and administer morning and afternoon snacks.
• Help lead educational outdoor programming and model effective group facilitation.
• Communicate with the Youth Programs Manager about any pertinent issues with campers.
• Communicate with youth and staff from a variety of backgrounds, including during emergency situations, while facilitating or providing instruction, and while providing feedback.

PREFERRED EDUCATION | EXPERIENCE | CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in child development related field preferred.
• Prior experience working in a leadership role in a summer camp or similar setting preferred.
• Experience with youth behavior management and child abuse prevention.
• Experience working with youth from a variety of backgrounds.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification or willingness to obtain certifications required.
• Ability to pass background check required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability and preparedness to work in rapidly changing weather conditions.
• Physical strength and endurance to maintain constant supervision of campers and to assist campers in an

emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury), and to respond to first aid situations.

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is only a summary of typical functions and essential duties being performed by individuals assigned to

this position. The actual duties, roles and responsibilities may differ slightly from this job description and this is not intended

to be an exhaustive list.