Campground Assistant

American Alpine Club•Gardiner, NY

41d•$18 - $20

About The Position

The AAC has one opening for the Campground Assistant position at the Sam Pryor Shawangunk Gateway Campground for the 2026 season. This position is part-time, seasonal, from Mid-April through Mid-November of each year. The Campground Assistant is expected to function in support of the team, and at the direction of the Community & Guest Services Manager. Guest Services & Public Relations: Check-in guests and collect fees Provide campground information to guests Promote and sell merchandise Monitor the campground email daily for timely communication Assist in the execution of educational and community orientated events and programs Maintain a positive working relationship with all Mohonk Preserve staff Maintenance and Housekeeping Monitor the plumbing systems and electrical systems, reporting any issues to the Facility & Grounds Manager Monitor for animal and pest control, reporting any issues to the Facility & Grounds Manager Clean the shower-house and pavilion regularly. Assist in the maintenance of the grounds and general landscaping where appropriate Keep the campground free of trash and other debris Ability to execute minor repairs and use simple power tools Additional duties as assigned by the Community & Guest Services Manager that are required for the successful operation of the Campground.

Requirements

Passion for the mission of the American Alpine Club
Are able to communicate effectively among a diversity of lived experiences and identities
Are able to represent the AAC in a professional manner at all times
Have experience with guest or client services
Have an acute attention to detail
Are competent with Google Suites
Are creative and eager to learn and grow new skills
Are at least 21 years of age

Nice To Haves

CPR / First Aid / AED Training

Responsibilities

Check-in guests and collect fees
Provide campground information to guests
Promote and sell merchandise
Monitor the campground email daily for timely communication
Assist in the execution of educational and community orientated events and programs
Maintain a positive working relationship with all Mohonk Preserve staff
Monitor the plumbing systems and electrical systems, reporting any issues to the Facility & Grounds Manager
Monitor for animal and pest control, reporting any issues to the Facility & Grounds Manager
Clean the shower-house and pavilion regularly.
Assist in the maintenance of the grounds and general landscaping where appropriate
Keep the campground free of trash and other debris
Ability to execute minor repairs and use simple power tools
Additional duties as assigned by the Community & Guest Services Manager that are required for the successful operation of the Campground.