What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Manager position at Girl Scouts of Western Washington?
Description
Camp St. Albans covers 414 wooded acres with over five miles of trails, all surrounding beautiful Lake Devereaux. The property is known for its unique Viking Boats and the gnomes that inhabit the camp. Our site primarily focuses on traditional camp activities such as arts and crafts, archery, swimming, and boating. Campers can choose from a variety of creative programs including outdoor survival skills, space discovery, and woodworking.
The Business Manager is responsible for the overall administrative operation of camp, including ordering supplies, copying/distributing unit paperwork, and running the camp store. This includes communication with camper families before, during, and after their camper’s session via email and phone customer service.
The full pay range for this position is $115 - $125 per day, with the starting rate dependent on previous employment at GSWW camps. This seasonal position will be from June 8th to August 19th, 2025.
Girl Scouts of Western Washington values diversity, equity, and inclusion and we foster a welcoming, inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, veteran status, sexual orientation (heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, and gender expression of identity), marital status, or the presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability, or any other protected classification under applicable laws.
Requirements
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations of the camp business services including coordination of incoming and outgoing mail, attendance tracking, utilizing CampMinder for weekly rosters, and ensuring camper forms are completed
- Manage all customer service and communication functions such as answering phone and email communications, referring concerns to camp leadership
- Oversee the inventory and ordering of business, program, and office supplies including maintaining all required documentation for purchases on council credit cards and accounts
- Support the Camp Director with budget tracking by maintaining receipt logs of all purchases
- Operate the camp store during designated times and coordinate with the GSWW retail team on inventory
- Support and participate in implementing all camp activities such as meals, games, campfires, etc.
- Carry out established duties for general camp operations including check-in and check-out, bus supervision, camp cleaning, season opening and closing tasks, and completion of necessary paperwork
- This is a general description of the essential responsibilities of the position and is not inclusive of all job duties, other associated duties may be assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of and commitment to fostering environments that prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, racial justice, and belonging
- Comfortable working in a camp setting with a variable work week and hours, including on-call, overnight, and weekend responsibilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills to ensure effective interactions with individuals at all levels and backgrounds, with the ability to work under pressure
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize project tasks and deadlines, work independently and collaboratively, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to navigate technology programs and platforms independently including Microsoft 365; ability/willingness to learn new technologies, with CampMinder experience strongly preferred
- Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards
Supervisory Responsibilities
- This position has no supervisory responsibilities of camp staff members
Education and Experience Required
- At least 18 years of age
- High School graduate or equivalent
- Experience in customer service
Preferred Skills and Experience
- 21 years of age
- Experience in a business or office setting
- Experience with ordering, inventory, and budget management
- Experience in summer camp setting
- Knowledge of the Girl Scout program
Other Qualifications
- Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, vehicle in working condition
- Current certification in First Aid/CPR or willingness to obtain
- Current certification in Youth Mental Health First Aid or willingness to obtain
- Satisfactory results from criminal background check
Work Environment
Summer camp is a fast-paced outdoor working environment with 24-hour-a-day responsibilities. Employees are frequently exposed to loud noises, sensory stimulating situations, and physically demanding activities. Employees should feel comfortable with:
- Working outside in all weather conditions including heat, inclement weather, and specific environmental realities (humidity, wind, bugs, lake water)
- Residing in non-air-conditioned rustic open-air living quarters, with pit toilets as primary restroom facilities
- Living in communal living conditions with limited privacy and infrequent, minimal access to technology
- Demonstrate emotional resiliency and regulation to handle extended, repeated stressful situations appropriately
- Walking over unpaved, uneven, hilly terrain multiple times a day
- Lifting and carrying supplies and equipment up to 35 lbs.
- Swimming in natural bodies of water
- Responding to emergencies including utilizing skills to administer first aid/CPR when necessary, including overnight
- Maintaining constant supervision and observation of program participants while assessing risk and participant safety
Salary : $115 - $125
