Camping Coordinator at Camp Fire Green Country Inc – Tulsa, Oklahoma
About This Position
REPORTS TO: Camp & Outdoor Program Director
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None
PURPOSE: Support the work of the Camp & Outdoor Department by providing administrative coordination to the Camp & Outdoor Program Director. This position will enhance the director’s effectiveness by providing information coordination, project management, strategy execution and camp and facility coordination. This position requires proficiency across a broad spectrum of skills and abilities. This position requires residing on property at Camp Waypoint (Chouteau, Oklahoma) during the summer camp season.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Administrative Support
- Serve as the primary administrative support to the Camp & Outdoor Programs Director
- Act as point of contact for parents, guardians, participants, user group, and staff regarding camp-related inquiries
- Answer phones, emails, and other communications promptly and professionally
- Maintain an organized filing system (physical and digital) for all camp records
- Draft, proof, and send correspondence, newsletters, and official documents
- Maintain accurate contact databases for campers, families, alumni, staff, volunteers, and community partners
- Assist with board reports, grant applications, and program statistics by compiling necessary data
- Track and file all required paperwork, including medical forms, background checks, and staff certifications
Camper Registration & Enrollment
- Manage the entire registration process for campers (online system and paper as needed)
- Provide customer support to families during the registration process
- Process deposits, tuition, scholarships, and payment plans; track balances and send reminders
- Monitor enrollment numbers and waitlists
- Collect, review, and file health forms, waivers, and permission slips
- Ensure compliance with confidentiality and data protection standards (HIPAA, FERPA when applicable)
- Maintain accurate camper rosters, cabin assignments, and dietary/allergy needs lists
- Provide regular enrollment reports and projections
Staff Support & HR Coordination
- Assist with seasonal staff recruitment by posting job listings, collecting applications, and scheduling interviews
- Assist with tracking staff onboarding documents (applications, contracts, screenings, certifications, and tax forms)
- Communicate key dates and required trainings to staff
- Coordinate seasonal staff arrival logistics (schedules, staff packets, training)
- Help with payroll timekeeping and submission
- Maintain updated staff contact lists
Marketing & Communications
- Manage the annual camp marketing plan under Director’s supervision
- Design (with assistance) and distribute camp promotional materials (flyers, posters, digital ads)
- Build relationships with schools, churches, and community partners for outreach
- Represent camp at fairs, community events, and recruitment sessions
Scheduling & Program Coordination
- Maintain the master calendar of camp sessions, rentals, volunteer groups, user groups, and events
- Schedule groups, field trips, retreats, and rentals
- Coordinate with kitchen, facilities, and program staff to confirm schedules
- Prepare session rosters, cabin assignments, training materials, and welcome packets
- Assist in organizing special events
- Ensure program supplies are ordered and available before sessions
Finance & Bookkeeping (support role)
- Track and reconcile camp-related income (tuition, donations, rentals)
- Issue invoices and receipts for registrations and rentals
- Support Director with budget monitoring
- Maintain petty cash during camp sessions
- Assist with supply ordering and expense tracking
On-Site Camp Session Duties
- Serve as the primary administrative support to the Camp & Outdoor Programs Director and Facilities Director
- Manage camper check-in/check-out procedures
- Serve as the registrar and admin hub during sessions (paperwork, lost & found, parent communication)
- Capture and organize photos of camp activities, ensuring moments are documented and available for marketing, parent communication, and archival purposes
- Maintain an organized photo library and assist with sharing images
- Provide parent communication throughout the week (photos, updates, reminders)
- Track attendance and camper movements (late arrivals, early departures)
- Handle emergencies by contacting parents or assisting the Director as needed
- Assist with staff scheduling changes and substitute coverage
- Maintain camp Trading Post records (merchandise sales, inventory)
- Support logistics such as camper mail, program supply distribution
- Collaborate with the Inclusion Specialist to distribute, and collect surveys from campers and staff to assess camp experiences, inclusivity, and areas for improvement
- Maintain professional visibility and availability on-site for staff/parents
Customer Service & Parent Relations
- Serve as the main customer service representative for camp
- Provide families with information on packing lists, policies, and FAQs
- Respond to parent concerns and escalate when necessary
- Manage pre-camp communication (welcome letters, reminders, confirmations)
- Collect and manage post-camp feedback surveys
- Build positive, ongoing relationships with families for retention
Compliance & Safety
- Track and maintain documentation for ACA accreditation
- Assist with safety drills and communication during camp sessions
- Maintain confidentiality of camper and staff records
- Keep emergency contact and medical information easily accessible
Technology & Systems Management
- Manage camp registration software/database
- Troubleshoot system issues and work with 501 Tech support when needed
- Maintain mailing lists, group communication platforms, and shared drives
- Keep website, calendar, forms, and FAQs updated
Fundraising & Community Engagement
- Assist with fundraising campaigns
- Coordinate camp alumni and community engagement (newsletters)
- Track donations related to camp scholarships
- Support events such as Coins for Camperships and Glamp Fire
Other / Miscellaneous
- Take meeting notes for the Director and distribute action items
- Assist with volunteer/staff recruitment, scheduling, and tracking hours
- Order camp supplies as needed
- Assist with facility rentals (contracts, invoicing, coordination)
- Step into various support roles as needed during peak season
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
- Perform other tasks as assigned
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrated experience supporting the creation, delivery, coordination, and evaluation of youth development programming and/or adult learning experiences
- Working knowledge of organizational group dynamics, with positive experience supporting the recruitment, supervision, and collaboration of staff and volunteers
- Familiarity with environmental education, outdoor education, and/or experiential learning strategies
- Strong proficiency in project management, including execution, documentation, tracking, and follow-through
- Demonstrated competence interacting with diverse groups of youth, adults, and community partners
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including maintaining clear records and supporting public-facing communication
- Ability to be held accountable for high performance goals and deadlines; willingness to be cross-trained across program and operational areas
- Constructive conflict resolution skills and a willingness to engage in problem-solving conversations with the goal of maintaining positive working relationships
- Foundational understanding of evaluation, outcome measurement, and continuous improvement practices
- Ability to motivate, encourage, and support peers, volunteers, and program participants
- Computer proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite and organizational databases
- Personal characteristics: self-motivated; well organized; dependable; flexible; resilient; calm and courteous under pressure; enjoys challenge and change; able to balance and prioritize multiple tasks; proactive; committed to excellence in service delivery and organizational mission
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus
- Photography and basic media documentation experience a plus
REQUIREMENTS
- Commitment to working as part of a diverse and inclusive team, demonstrated through prior professional, volunteer, or educational experience
- Ability to reside on site during designated summer camp and partner overnight camp sessions
- Availability to work in excess of 40 hours per week during peak program periods, including evenings and weekends, and availability for occasional overnight travel during non-camp seasons
- Willingness to maintain professionalism during all working and on-call hours, including refraining from intoxication and from smoking or vaping at camp
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent relevant work experience
- Two to four years of verifiable experience in youth development, education, camp operations, nonprofit programs, or program support roles
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Reliable transportation to and from program delivery sites and the Camp Fire office
- Ability to support organizational and community events / meetings outside normal business hours approximately 2–3 times per month
- Demonstrated experience using computers, databases, and software including Microsoft Office Suite
- Valid driver’s license; ability to operate a 15-passenger van; acceptable driving record and approval under organization auto insurance
- Ability to meet Council employment requirements, including acceptable outcomes on background and reference checks
- Physical ability to administer first aid and CPR.
- Ability to carry and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds; able to reach, stoop, climb, kneel, and move freely in uneven outdoor camp environments and storage areas