Camp Administrator

Location: Wiscasset, Maine – hybrid or in-person. Must be able to work on campus intermittently and full-time from June to August.

About the Role

Join our vibrant camp community as the Camp Administrator, the heart of the camp office and the main point of contact for families. You’ll orchestrate the administrative engine that powers our life-changing summer programs, from guiding families through enrollment to organizing travel days and managing the summer office. If you thrive on logistical precision, love building connections with families, and want to spend your summer living and working on our gorgeous coastal campus, this is the role for you.

Responsibilities

• Enrollment & Family Relations
  • Serve as the primary, welcoming point of contact for prospective and returning families via phone, email, and campus tours.
  • Manage end-to-end enrollment in CampMinder and Salesforce, tracking waitlists, processing leads, and maintaining high data integrity.
  • Guide families seamlessly through registration, required documentation, financial aid steps, and payment processes.
  • Coordinate and plan recruitment and re-enrollment events (both virtual and in-person), supporting our commitment to making camp accessible to a wide range of families.
• Operations & Systems Management
  • Manage camp communication systems, including newsletters, informational mailings, participant letters, and live webinars.
  • Handle travel and shuttle logistics for seasonal staff and campers in coordination with families and charter services.
  • Procure necessary campsite reservations and wilderness permits for cabin, backcountry, and contract trips.
  • Track inventory, assist with supply ordering, and coordinate required staff certifications.
• In-Season Summer Operations
  • Live on campus with housing provided, working a seasonal six-day-a-week schedule during the summer session.
  • Set up and oversee the summer office space and front desk operations to welcome visitors and staff.
  • Play a central role in executing seamless camper arrival and departure days, staff celebrations, and session paperwork.
  • Manage camp mail, camper binders, and daily administrative needs while sharing meals and community life on campus.

Requirements

• Must pass a Criminal Background Check, including Motor Vehicle Record.
• Valid Driver’s License approved by Chewonki’s insurance carrier.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to function well in high-paced and sometimes stressful environments.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, CampMinder database (on-the-job training available), and Salesforce.
• Experience working independently and on a hybrid remote schedule.
• Must have a home workspace with internet that supports Zoom meetings and events (if working hybrid).
• Attend required onboarding and training sessions (in-person/on campus).

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs at a time.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Pay & Benefits

• $20 - $25 / hour.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, long-term, and short-term disability insurance.
• 403B Retirement Plan.
• Access to professional development funds.
• Eligible to join delicious meals on campus during shifts.
• Chewonki-provided housing during the summer season.

Why Join Camp Chewonki?

You will be part of a mission-driven community dedicated to growth, outdoor adventure, and transformative summer experiences. We offer a collaborative environment, the beauty of coastal Maine, and housing provided during the summer season.