Camp Chewonki Administrator

Camp Administrator

Ready to bring your organizational superpower to the midcoast of Maine? Camp Chewonki is looking for an energetic, systems-savvy, and friendly Camp Administrator to serve as a pivotal member of our vibrant camp community.

As our Camp Administrator, you are the heart of the camp office and the main point of contact for our families. You will orchestrate the administrative engine that powers our life-changing summer programs—from guiding families through their very first enrollment inquiry to organizing travel days and managing our summer office. If you thrive on logistical precision, love building connections with families, and want to spend your summer living and working on our gorgeous coastal campus, this is the role for you.

Wiscasset, Maine

Hybrid or In-Person

Must be able to work on campus intermittently and full-time from June to August

Summer season 6 days a week schedule

Full-time, Year-Round

Camp Director

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Final date to receive applications:
September 22, 2026 at 11:59pm est

Reviewing Candidates on a rolling basis

Enrollment & Family Relations

• Serve as the primary, welcoming point of contact for prospective and returning families via phone, email, and campus tours.
• Manage end-to-end enrollment in Camp Minder and Salesforce, tracking waitlists, processing leads, and maintaining high data integrity.
• Guide families seamlessly through registration, required documentation, financial aid steps, and payment processes.
• Coordinate and plan recruitment and re-enrollment events (both virtual and in-person), supporting our commitment to making camp accessible to a wide range of families.

Operations & Systems Management

• Manage camp communication systems, including newsletters, informational mailings, participant letters, and live webinars.
• Handle travel and shuttle logistics for seasonal staff and campers in coordination with families and charter services.
• Procure necessary campsite reservations and wilderness permits for cabin, backcountry, and contract trips.
• Track inventory, assist with supply ordering, and coordinate required staff certifications.

In-Season Summer Operations

• Live on campus with housing provided, working a seasonal six-day-a-week schedule during the summer session.
• Set up and oversee the summer office space and front desk operations to welcome visitors and staff.
• Play a central role in executing seamless camper arrival and departure days, staff celebrations, and session paperwork.
• Manage camp mail, camper binders, and daily administrative needs while sharing meals and community life on campus.

• Must pass a Criminal Background Check, including Motor Vehicle Record.
• Valid Driver's License approved by Chewonki's insurance carrier.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to function well in high-paced and sometimes stressful environments.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.
• Proficiency with Camp Minder database (on-the-job training available).
• Proficiency with Salesforce.
• Experience working independently and on a hybrid remote schedule.
• Must have a home workspace with internet that supports Zoom meetings and events (if working hybrid).
• Attend required onboarding and training sessions (in-person/on campus).

• Must be able to list 40 lbs at a time.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to travel as needed.

• $20 - $25 / Hour.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, long term and short term disability insurance.
• 403B Retirement Plan.
• Access to professional development funds.
• Eligible to join delicious meals on campus during shifts.
• Chewonki provided housing during the summer season.

Why Join Camp Chewonki?

You will be part of a mission-driven community dedicated to growth, outdoor adventure, and transformative summer experiences. We offer a collaborative environment, the beauty of coastal Maine, and housing provided during the summer season.

Camp Chewonki is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and participants.