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JOB TITLE:  Camp Firwood Admin
REPORTS TO:  Camp Firwood Director
STATUS:  Full-time/40 Hours per week
START DATE:  Immediate

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A successful candidate for this position would be someone who can manage details while maintaining the bigger picture. They need to believe in this young adult generation and be excited to come alongside them in their spiritual journey. Flexibility with time is a must as camp is a flexible time. During the summer, this job will be based out of the Camp Firwood office and based at the Firs Retreat Center during the rest of the year. High caliber
communication skills are a necessity.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college
or technical school; or 2-3 years related experience
and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Have a valid Washington State driver’s license.
MINISTRY STATEMENT
Must be able to sign The Firs Staff Covenant and Doctrinal statements annually.

SALARY PACKAGE & BENEFITS

Salary is based on a 40-hour work week.

Starting pay is $18-$20 per hour/DOE

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits,

  • Flexible spending plan.

  • Life Insurance

  • Paid vacation

  • Sick time

  • Retirement package

 

NEXT STEP

Interested candidates should submit a resume and application to Kyle Kerchner at kyle@thefirs.org.

Questions about the position are welcome.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

  • Manage all incoming and outgoing Camp Firwood communications

  • Communication by phone or email with camper guardians due to illness, homesickness, discipline, etc.

  • Summer staff coordination including necessary documentation and trainings

  • Scheduling camp promotions and staff recruiting

  • Working with vendors

  • Proofread and email all Firwood director mass communications

  • Build cohesive organizational strategies for camp

  • Plan summer staff reunions

  • Build and maintain summer staff relationships

  • Work with churches for guest groups and block groups

  • Maintain the Firwood calendar by scheduling hosts/other needed staff

  • Be mindful and intentional of the Firwood budget

  • Keep detailed records of all potential issues at camp

  • Manage Firwood and Firwood alumni social media accounts

  • Work with marketing team to keep Firwood on the mind of campers and parents throughout the year

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QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

  • Good keyboarding skills

  • Proficient in Google Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and PP

  • Proficient in database management

  • Good creative ability

  • Able to handle all matters confidentially

  • Exceptional attention to detail

  • Strong proofreading ability

  • Ability to work independently or in a group

  • Efficiently work with staff and motivate them for service

  • Conflict resolution experience

  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

  • Meet concurrent deadlines and organize time and priorities

  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

  • Ability to communicate and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, business contacts, and staff

  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as sales, discounts, proportions, and percentages

  • Must be available to work weekdays, weekends and holidays when necessary

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