MISSION STATEMENT:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.  Its message is based on the Bible.  Its ministry is motivated by the love of God.  Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

Working out at Camp Gifford, the Summer Camp Coordinator will recruit and register campers, process payments, provide regular updates, in order to fill camps to capacity. 

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

High School Graduate or equivalent Experience in a clerical field is preferred Experience working with the public and passing along information in an accurate manner

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs is required, including: the ability to run queries, sort data, move information between programs and maintain organized computer files Learn and utilize the CAMP software system Must have excellent customer services skills Must have good oral and written communication skills Must have ability to work with a minimum of supervision

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Input camper data into CAMP software. Sort, query, and create reports as needed on a daily and weekly basis. Answer telephone in a friendly and helpful manner to maintain Camp Gifford’s professional reputation. Help manage the flow of information by doing the following: Help meet the needs all callers to the best of your ability Take clear, concise and proper messages as necessary Periodically check voice mail for messages Prepare arrival and departure list of campers as well as pertinent release forms for travel to and from camp Manage opening and closing day procedures at the Corps Develop and implement recruiting strategies to fill all available camper spots Supervise the registration process so that applications are complete and properly entered in the CAMP software system Be willing to learn Salvation Army procedure and protocol in the handling of camp business matters Keep the office neat, clean, and orderly

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:   

Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis Grasp, push, pull objects, and reach overhead Operate a telephone and computer Lift up to 25 lbs. Understand verbal and written information Sweep, clean, and perform other janitorial tasks as needed

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.  A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position.  The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

BENEFITS:

A generous benefits package is included with full-time positions:  paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and medical, vision, and dental insurance.

Health Insurance:  Low bi-weekly premiums for employee-only coverage, Kaiser HMO for those residing in a Kaiser service area, Anthem EPO/PPO is available for those residing outside a Kaiser service area.  Voluntary +1 and +family coverage at additional cost.  Delta Dental DHMO and DPPO dental insurance are offered.

Life and Voluntary Options.  An employer-paid life insurance policy covers employees.  Voluntary supplemental life, short-term and long-term disability plans are available.

Retirement Plans:  Employer-funded Money Purchase Pension Plan (Defined Contribution Plan) 50% vested at five years eligible service time. Plus, an employee-funded voluntary 403(b) option.

Parental Leave:  The benefit is 40 hours of Paid Leave for qualifying events.

Sick Leave:  12 days of Sick Leave annually accruing from day one, eligible for use after three months’ service time.

Paid Vacation:

Two weeks annually, accruing from day one, for non-exempt positions Four weeks annually, accruing from day one, for exempt positions Accrued vacation is eligible for use after six months’ service time

Paid Holidays:  13 designated holidays + 1 floating holiday per year

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.