Camp Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY

The Camp Coordinator will provide dormitory supervision to Upward Bound students for six weeks during the summer; enforce all rules and regulations governing the Upward Bound program; be accountable for students at all times; accompany students on all on and off campus trips; and attend all scheduled meetings both in person and virtual.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• On call 24-hours a day for the duration of the summer program
• Plans and conduct special events in residence halls
• Lives on campus with students for two weeks
• Supervises students during evening activities
• Ensures hall security to maintain the health and safety of participants
• Maintains sufficient communication with program staff and participants to ensure efficient program operation
• Makes sure all participants are in their rooms and remain there after lights are out
• Attends all program functions with participants
• Attends weekly staff meetings
• Maintains necessary discipline and harmonious relationships with participants and staff
• Aids others with programming to ensure that all classes, activities, and events are organized
• Transports students to and from designated pick-up and drop-off locations and off-campus activities
• Delivers food and other supplies to students
• Reports to respective staff with regards to any problems and/or disciplinary measures during program activities and field trips
• Attends all virtual and in-person activities and meetings

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• College graduate OR a student in good standing with Junior or Senior status
• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• Official transcript
• Valid driver's license
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Exceptional interpersonal communication and organizational skills
• Applicants must exhibit a very high level of emotional maturity in order to be considered for this position
• Previous experience working with an Upward Bound (or pre-college program) as a student or staff member

WORKING CONDITIONS

Weekdays/Evening/night/weekend work

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The work requires minor physical exertion such as short periods of standing, walking long distances, some recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities. Job may require recurring lifting of lightweight objects with infrequent bending or stooping alternating with the lighter activities.