Location and Job Title:

Camp Administrative Assistant- Seasonal Position
Milton & Betty Katz JCC
501 N Jerome Ave
Margate City, NJ 08402

Principal Responsibilities:

SUMMARY:

The Camp Administrator will take primary responsibility for daily and weekly clerical duties, answering the phone, responding to Camp Parents/Inquiries, and assisting the Camp Director with Camp Programs. Schedule: 15 hours per week from February to May. Hours increase to 30 hours per week from June 1st to June 17th. Hours then increase to 40 hours per week from June 20th to August 19th. Attendance at some Orientation, and necessary pre-camp work to get ready for the summer.

Minimum Qualifications:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Clerical Duties
  • Answer the phone and take messages
  • Communicate and build trust with camp families by phone and email
  • Administer logistics for camp such as registration changes, activity adjustments, lost and found, weekend camper trips, and camp vehicle use
  • Prepare and print bunk rosters and update binders with information as needed
  • Filing and distribution of paperwork
  • Screen and route phone, paper mail and email communications to appropriate personnel
  • Manage business supplies and files such as office supplies, summer supplies, and vendor files
  • Assist with data entry for accounts payable, payroll, and credit card receipts
  • Assist with other duties and projects as assigned by the Camp Director
  • Have proven experience in Education, Office or Human Service field
  • Good character and integrity
  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • Knowledge of Jewish customs and traditions

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:

Education/Experience:

• Have proven experience in Education, Office or Human Service field
• Good character and integrity
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Knowledge of Jewish customs and traditions

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have working knowledge of MS Office (Word, EXCEL, Outlook), internet applications and social media

Schedule: 15 hours per week from February to May. Hours increase to 30 hours per week from June 1^st to June 17^th. Hours then increase to 40 hours per week from June 20^th to August 19^th. Attendance at some Orientation, and necessary pre-camp work to get ready for the summer.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Customer Service

• Develop customer service priorities, standards and procedures
• Handles difficult or emotional customer situations
• Responds promptly to customer needs
• Solicits customer feedback to improve service
• Responds to requests for service and assistance
• Meets commitments.

Problem Solving

• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner
• Works well in group problem solving situations
• Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics

Communication

• Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations
• Listens and gets clarification
• Responds well to questions

Adaptability

• Adapts to changes in the work environment
• Able to deal with frequent change, delays and unexpected events

Quality/Dependability

• Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail
• Completes work in a timely manner
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction
• Takes responsibility for own actions

Organizational Support

• Follows policies and procedures
• Wear appropriate attire while working
• Insure work areas are neat and free of clutter
• Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time
• Supports JCC's goals and values
• Consistently at work on time and uses time efficiently

Initiative

• Volunteers readily
• Asks for and offers help when needed

Salary:

Under $25,000

Agency Information:

The majority of our programming operates in the Milton and Betty Katz Jewish Community Center by the beautiful Atlantic Ocean and its expansive beaches.