Camp Office Staff
- Torrance, ON, Canada
Part-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Part-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
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Pay within range based on years of transferrable experience Daily Rate: $110.00 - $116.69 |
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Location: YMCA Camp Pine Crest, Torrance, Ontario (Transportation to camp is available at the beginning and end of the summer) |
Work Hours: Must be available to work 6 days a week between Monday – Sunday, with days off predetermined by supervisor |
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Employment Type: Seasonal Contract (Existing Vacancy) |
Number of Vacancies: Multiple |
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Anticipated Start Date: June 2027 |
Deadline to Apply: December 6, 2026 at 11:59pm |
Be the Spark! Join our dynamic team a YMCA Camp Pine Crest, where every day is different, and you will always be engaged with meaningful work!
YMCA Camping and Outdoor Education offers outdoor experiences that foster personal growth and build community. After taking part in our programs, children and youth return home more confident, independent, and with new friendships. YMCA Camp Pine Crest is an overnight camp serving children, families, and organizations through naturally focused programs that embody the mission, vision, and outcomes of the YMCA. Camp Pine Crest is made up of 650 acres of Muskoka wilderness surrounded by 3 interconnected lakes with 8km of shoreline; has over 26km of hiking trails and 7,500 sq. ft. of dock and has 60 buildings.
The Camp Office Staff provides administrative and customer service support for camp operations. The position coordinates office communications, camper transportation logistics, mail and package distribution, camp store activities, and updates to camp platforms and records. The role works with staff, volunteers, campers, and families to support an organized, welcoming, and efficient camp experience.
In this role, you will:
- Coordinate arrival and departure day administration, phone calls, general email correspondence, and the distribution of incoming and outgoing mail.
- Maintain camp office systems and records, upload photos and updates to BUNK1, order office supplies, and coordinate camper packages, postcards, and birthday cards.
- Manage camp store activities, including petty cash and merchandise restocking.
- Coordinate bus pick-up and drop-off schedules with bus marshals to support efficient camper transportation.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with campers, staff, volunteers, and families to support a welcoming and connected camp community.
- Act as a positive role model for participants and staff by following YMCA camp guidelines, policies, procedures, and Ontario Camps Association standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
You bring:
- First Aid and CPR certification that meets Ontario Workplace Safety and Insurance Board requirements and YMCA policies.
- Valid driver's licence considered an asset.
- Experience in an office administration setting considered an asset.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to change.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Well-developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with members, staff, and volunteers.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment to achieve collective results.
- Must be at least 18 years old by the start of the contract.
- Flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and building a sense of belonging.
If you are interested in this position and do not possess the necessary certifications and require assistance in attaining them, please indicate in your cover letter. Certain certifications may be eligible for Financial Assistance through the YMCA of Greater Toronto, or through referral to additional programs outside the YMCA that offer similar support. Eligibility is to be determined on an individual basis.
What you need to succeed:
- Commitment to the YMCA's Mission, Vision and Values.
- A commitment to uphold strong, safeguarding practices that protect the safety, well-being, inclusion of children, and youth.
- YMCA Competencies: Accountable, Relationship-Builder, Improvement-Oriented, Team Player & Leader, Equity and Wellbeing Promoter.
Why work for the YMCA?
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here.
Joining the Y means contributing to over 170 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services, such as health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2025–2030 strategic plan, Greater Together, which outlines how we are focused on building communities where people feel healthier and more connected to their neighbours.
The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enrich the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs.
In keeping with our commitment to safety and child protection, job offers are contingent on the successful completion of a Police Records Check. Within the first four months and every three years thereafter, a Vulnerable Police Records Check is required. Learn more about these checks here.
The YMCA only considers applicants who are legally entitled to work in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, due to the volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates who are selected for an interview.
Check out the next steps in our recruitment process and see what others are saying about working at the YMCA.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Provide administrative and customer service support for camp operations, including office communications, records, mail and packages, camp store activities, and camper transportation logistics. Help create a welcoming and safe camp community by building positive relationships and following YMCA and Ontario Camps Association guidelines.
Requirements
Applicants must be at least 18 by the start of the contract, hold First Aid and CPR certifications that meet applicable requirements, and be able to work six days per week with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays. The role calls for strong organization, communication, adaptability, teamwork, and a commitment to inclusion and child safeguarding; office experience and a valid driver's licence are assets.
Skills
- Office Administration
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Organization
- Attention To Detail
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork
- Independent Work
- Recordkeeping
- Transportation Coordination
- Cash Handling
- First Aid
- CPR
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, And Belonging
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Categories
- Administrative
- Customer Service & Support
- Sports & Recreation
- Logistics
- Education
Keywords
- Office Administration
- Customer Service
- Camp Operations
- Arrival And Departure Administration
- Phone Calls
- Email Correspondence
- Mail Distribution
- Office Systems
- Recordkeeping
- BUNK1
- Office Supplies
- Camper Packages
- Camp Store
- Petty Cash
- Merchandise Restocking
- Bus Schedules
- Camper Transportation
- First Aid
- CPR
- Ontario Workplace Safety And Insurance Board
- YMCA Policies
- Ontario Camps Association Standards
- Child Safeguarding
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, And Belonging
- Police Records Check