What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Worker, Conference Services Camp Aid (Summer Position) position at McDaniel College?

Category : Student Worker Subscribe : Department : Conference & Auxiliary Service Locations : Westminster, MD Posted : Mar 7, 2025 Closes : May 5, 2025 - 11 : 59 PM EDT Type : Full-time Temporary Position ID : 185958 Share

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McDaniel College, recognized nationally among "Colleges that Change Lives" and U.S. News and World Report top-tier liberal arts colleges, is a four-year private college of the liberal arts and sciences offering more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, including dual and student-designed majors, plus 20 highly regarded graduate programs. At McDaniel College we value our employees by offering our full-time employees tuition remission, 403B retirement accounts, paid time off, medical insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and paid maternity and parental leave. For more information about the college's benefits, please click here to review the 2025 benefits guidebook and click here to view 2025 premium rates.

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Job Description : Position : Camp Aide

Revision Dates : 2 / 21 / 2025

Reports to : Assistant Director of Conference Services & Events

Department : Conference Services

Salary Grade : Maryland Minimum Wage plus Room & Board

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Location of Position : McDaniel College, 2 College Hill, Westminster, MD 21157

Duration of Appointment : 5 / 25 / 2024-7 / 20 / 2025

Schedule : Schedule is at discretion of supervisor

Evaluation Procedures : Student workers are evaluated on a continuing basis

Scope : The Camp Aide is responsible for providing services necessary to facilitate camps / conferences on campus. This involves preparation of guest accommodations, meeting room set-ups, registration, check out, staffing desks and other related camp / conference duties. This full time (25 ), live-in position is open to current McDaniel Students and requires evening, weekend, and holiday hours. On-campus accommodations and meals are provided.

Responsibilities :

Staff camp registration and check out using established procedures.
Assist with room set-ups, transportation, distribution, cleaning and inventory control of linens, AV set-ups, and room / building inspections.
Identify and report all housekeeping and maintenance problems to Assistant Director of Conference Services & Events.
Provide a courteous and helpful service to camp / conference guests at all times.
Staff Conference Service's Reception Desk and Gill Desk.
Problem solve situations and seek assistance when necessary.
Be punctual and organized.
Serve as a positive role model for all camp / conference guests.
Provide the level of supervision necessary to maintain and ensure safety of our campers, guests and McDaniel facilities in accordance with College regulations. Reporting all incidents to the Assistant Director of Conference Services & Events.
Attend scheduled staff meetings.
Participate in Summer Camp / Conference Training programs.
Perform general tasks during slow periods. These tasks can include anything from office work to unskilled maintenance such as weeding, moving furniture, and trash removal.
Work and communicate with other departments (Housekeeping, Maintenance, Food Services, Grounds, etc.) to maintain a smooth workflow.
Direct traffic and reset Gill Gym for 7 High School graduations and 1 College graduation.

Requirements : Qualifications :

Current McDaniel student

Positive attitude.

Desire and ability to work and assist campers and guests.

Outgoing personality, good character, integrity, and adaptability.

Comfortable approaching and meeting new people.

Ability to work with others, follow directions and work well under stress.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Working knowledge of McDaniel College campus.

Availability to work evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

Flexibility - When it comes to non-traditional work hours (weekends and holidays)

Be committed to employment for entire summer program upon initial hire.

Valid Driver's License preferred.

Available to work during the period of May 25-July 20, 2025.

Working Conditions :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Abilities :

Must be able to walk, bend, stoop, and sit / stand for long periods.

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.

Must be able to perform manual labor required in doing set-ups.

Must be able to navigate campus and work in and out of air conditioning with some long periods in the heat.

Must be able to exert oneself physically over sustained periods to complete job activities.

Must be able to work rotating shifts with varying days off per week, including but not limited to holidays as required.

Work Attire :

Conference Services will provide each staff member with 2 polos, 2 t-shirts, and a name tag.

When working, staff must wear pants or shorts, a staff shirt, name tag, and closed-toed shoes. (e.g., sneakers, tennis shoes, flats. NO sandals / Crocs.)

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