Salvation Army Austin is hiring: Camp Office Manager/Program Director Music Cons

Camp Office Manager/Program Director Music Conservatory_E-ALM_711-Camp Department--Overnight

626 Oregon Rd, Lexington, MS 39095, USA Req #34371

Friday, January 24, 2025

The Salvation Army, an internationally recognized non-profit, faith-based organization, has a temporary job opening for a Camp Office Manager /Program Director-Music Conservatory for Camp Hidden Lake in Lexington, Mississippi.

Job Summary:

Performs a variety of clerical and secretarial work necessary for the smooth operation of the camp office; processes a variety of routine paperwork necessary for office operations; files and records information; answers the telephone and provides general information regarding the office operations and/or services; processes incoming/outgoing mail; collects and processes fees for camp bookings.

Supervises, plans, schedules and monitors the planning and delivery of program activities and events. Assists in the management of the overall camp operation at the direction of the Camp Director. Supervises all programs conducted at the camp through subordinate specialists for various programs such as aquatic/lakefront activities, nature, arts & crafts, horseback riding, bicycling, archery, outdoor skills/camping, challenge course and audio/visual. Designs and delivers program activities that are safe, fun and appropriate to the camper’s age and abilities.

Essential Functions:

1. Prepares, types, and processes correspondence, proposals, contracts, agreements, statistics, check requests, forms, invoices, notices, bulletins, agendas, schedules, etc.; ensures the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of the same.
2. Prepares and maintains office records, reports, calendars, databases, journals, books, logs, lists, etc. in an accurate, complete, and timely manner; updates, posts and indexes information and inputs data into the computer to maintain office records.
3. Answers telephone in a courteous and tactful manner; greets and assists Camp visitors and vendors; provides accurate and complete information regarding the office operations and/or services.
4. Processes camp fees and canteen billings; receives, sorts, and records incoming checks; inputs data into the computer; prepares deposits and/or submits checks for further processing in a timely manner.
5. Maintains and utilizes the bring-up filing system; ensures the files are maintained in an organized and efficient manner.
6. Participates enthusiastically as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise evening programs, special events, overnights and other all-camp activities and camp functions.

Be available to participate and assist with camp programs and activities as directed by the Camp Director. Performs all duties in accordance with prescribed regulatory compliance guidelines as well as American Camp Association (ACA) accreditation standards. Coordinates the weekly schedule of events with Camp Head Counselors and ensures that it is conducive to a pleasant experience for the campers.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of general office practices and procedures.
• Ability to learn and become proficient in specific computer software.
• Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary instruction to campers and staff.

Education and Experience:

Two years’ experience performing clerical work in a social services environment preferred, and two years progressively responsible experience administering and developing youth programs preferred, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licenses and Certifications:

CPR and First Aid Certification

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Some physical requirements of the Camp Office Manager position could be endurance including climbing, standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare, and communicate appropriate camper activities/programs and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Additional Information:

Camp Staff Orientation will be held 06/09/2025 – 06/13/2025 and full participation is required. The 2025 Summer Camp program will be held 06/16/2025 – 07/19/2025. Compensation: $450/week.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.