Operations Specialist

Overview

We Have a Strong Commitment to Equity

The Y actively promotes a culture free from bias and injustice. We are dedicated to removing institutional and systemic barriers that result in oppression and racism. We will be accountable to marginalized communities for creating equitable and sustainable environments where social justice is woven into every facet of our programs, and by caring for our communities in a culturally versatile and respectful manner.

Tell Me About This Job!

The Camp Operations Specialist supports daily summer camp operations through a variety of office and logistical tasks. Responsibilities include overseeing camp store, managing camp mail, organizing paperwork, program logistics, and providing general support to the summer camp program. Additional duties to ensure smooth camp operations may be assigned.

Compensation: $95/day, Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for the second season: $101/day, Staff returning to the same or equivalent job for third season: $107/day, staff returning to the same or equivalent job for 4 or more seasons: $113/day.

What You'll Get From Working at The Y

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle

• Free access to mental health resources

• Rapidly-accruing paid time off (PTO) available immediately upon hire

• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare and day camp programs

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Administrative support in managing participant paperwork, organizing records, general office tasks

• Operate and oversee camp store, including inventory, storage, and customer service

• Support camp logistics such as scheduling and supply management

• Contribute to overall camp success through program assistance: facilitating program areas as needed

• Participate in a variety of internal meetings to maintain knowledge of industry requirements, support optimal customer care, and maintain team collaboration

• Knowledge of diverse populations

• Perform any tasks to assist in keeping a clean, safe, and efficient working environment

• Integrate all safety policies and procedures into daily practice

• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and state and federal regulations

• Other duties as assigned. The position may also be modified to accommodate the specific needs of the business

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

This job operates at a seasonal residential camp, both inside and outdoors. Staff housing is apartment style, shared housing.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift store or janitorial products and supplies, up to 50 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, seasonal position (May 31, 2027 - August 25, 2027). The usual camp workweek is six days on and one day off, including training, staff meetings, and regular duties. This summer camp position is exempt from minimum wage and overtime regulations per State of Washington wage and hour law.

Travel

This position is required to live onsite at camp. All travel required for work will be done by YMCA Authorized Drivers.

Code of Conduct for Applicants (https://seattleymca.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=191063&hashed=999166779)

All employees and volunteers are responsible for adhering to abuse prevention policies, maintaining appropriate boundaries, completing required training, reporting suspicious or inappropriate behavior, and complying with mandated reporting requirements.

Responsible for ensuring staff are properly screened, trained, supervised and held accountable to the organization’s abuse risk management standards.

Qualifications

What We're Looking for in an Applicant

• Previous camp experience

• Demonstrated experience planning and implementing group activities

• Ability to participate in activities that involve physical activity in an outdoor setting

• Two or more years of education, training, and/or experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position.

• Knowledge of and previous experience with diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).

• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Preferred Education/Experience

• Current state approved first aid certification* • Current state approved CPR certification* • Prefer knowledge of and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.)

• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful• Experience with anti-racism practices and coalition building

*CPR/First Aid training will be provided onsite.

Our Mission

Building a community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body.

YMCA of Greater Seattle's Core Values

• Respect

• Responsibility

• Honesty

• Caring

• Passion for Excellence

YGS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran , or any other status protected by local, state , or federal law.

All job offers are contingent on the results of a background check. We participate in the Federal E-Verify system.