Office Assistant

Job description Our diverse and dynamic team is looking for an Office Assistant for a seasonal position from June 1st through August 23rd. This position is perfectly suited for someone looking for a meaningful and challenging seasonal position in a relaxed yet busy and professional Camp environment! In this role you would work in the Camp Office, both in preparation for and during the Camp season, under the direct supervision of the Office Manager. The Office Assistant is a crucial part of our team and must be punctual, organized, detail oriented, well versed in customer service best practices, and skilled at communicating in a clear, warm and friendly way. The Office Assistant must be able to represent Everwood Day Camp’s values and professionalism, and successfully prioritize and multi-task in a demanding, fast paced environment. Candidates must also be energetic and active, and ready to interact with campers, staff, and parents at a moment’s notice. Staff T-shirts will be provided. During Pre- Camp (June 1st- June 21st) workdays will predominantly be Monday-Friday, approximately 9am-2:00pm, with a half-hour unpaid lunch break. Hours also include weekend and evening staff training. During the Camp season (June 24th-August 23rd) workdays will be Monday-Friday, from approximately 8:30am-5pm. These hours include a half-hour unpaid lunch break, and are subject to change or extend based on the needs of the Camp Office. Camp is closed on Thursday, July 4th. RESPONSIBILITIES Our Office Assistant’s duties include but are not limited to: Daily use of our online database system. Collecting and managing confidential camper and staff information. Communicating with Camp families by phone and email. Maintaining a clean and organized office. Answering and transferring phone calls, taking messages, and checking voicemail. Assisting with late arrivals and early dismissals. Bringing campers and their belongings to their groups, or retrieving them at the end of the day. Greeting parents and visitors when they arrive for late arrivals or early pickups. Communicating with our Office Manager and other office staff about camper transportation. Communicating with all staff about camper drop-off, pick-up and attendance. Managing daily attendance. Helping general staff with questions and directing them to the appropriate person. BENEFITS $16 per hour. Being part of a dynamic team of Camp professionals in a rapidly growing organization that is driven by the desire to improve the lives of children. Housing is NOT included. JOB REQUIREMENTS Available to work from June 1st to August 23rd (excluding Thursday, July 4th). Must have completed high school (or equivalent). Experience in a customer service/office environment. Excellent multi-tasking and communication skills, both written and oral. Strong sense of initiative, with a patient and problem-solving attitude. Extremely strong organizational skills and attention to detail. A friendly and professional manner. Proficiency in operating word processing, spreadsheet and database software (particularly Word/Excel and/or Google docs/sheets). The ability to lift and move paper and heavy packages up to 25lbs and be physically active enough to walk quickly around a large rustic campus. Everwood Day Camp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Everwood Day Camp is an outdoor focused summer camp featuring many physically demanding activities on land and water. Staff members are regularly required to walk, hike, and otherwise move in woods, fields, beaches, and lakes. To perform the job, each staff member of Everwood Day Camp must be physically able to travel around a large rural environment (fields, woods, beach, etc.) over uneven ground on a regular basis. Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Contract Pay: $16.00 per hour Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Experience: Customer service: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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