CAMPGROUND DESIGNER

Kampgrounds Of America, Inc.•Billings, MT

12d

About The Position

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is the world’s largest network of privately owned campgrounds and the leader in outdoor hospitality. KOA has 500+ locations across the United States and Canada including a mix of franchised and company-owned parks (OAK). Founded in 1962, the mission of KOA is “connecting people to the outdoors and each other,” and those who represent the brand share the values of being family-oriented, passionate, entrepreneurial, customer-focused, and innovative. At KOA, we believe the outdoors is fun and for everyone. We are committed to having an environment where all are treated with dignity and respect. We strive to: Intentionally create a sense of community and belonging for our guests, employees and franchise partners. Continually educate ourselves and expand our knowledge to foster an inclusive and supportive environment. Sustain a culture that promotes diversity of thought and experiences. Ensure everyone has the ability to experience the outdoors and that our facilities are accessible to all. Drive change in our company and industry through action and implementation. Summary: The primary focus of this position is to produce campground design plans utilizing AutoCAD that will be used by campground owners to build new or improve existing campgrounds. This position requires a great deal of collaboration with the design team, other departments, Franchisees, vendors and more. You will need to use both technical and creative skills to prepare construction drawings and designs that adhere to KOA standards, design criteria and industry building codes. Other duties will include supporting company initiatives for sustainability, accessibility and forward-thinking technology on campgrounds. Effective communication and presentation skills are a must.

Requirements

Associates degree or higher and minimum 2+ years of AutoCAD and work experience in related fields such as architecture, landscape design, hospitality design, construction management or similar.
AutoCAD proficiency.
Time management and multi-tasking skills.
Ability to read landscape, engineering and building design construction documents.
Base knowledge of ADA and other construction codes and standards.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of sustainable land planning and building practices.
Outgoing and engaging personality with the ability to interact with individuals and large groups.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Strong organizational skills.
Concise communication and presentation skills (written and verbal).
A passion for camping a plus!

Responsibilities

Produce scaled design drawings in AutoCAD that adhere to company standards and industry code requirements.
Use AutoCAD to create, update and modify campground sites plans, buildings, amenities, and other campground related plans and detail libraries.
Be able to interpret sketches and concepts into completed design documents.
Develop knowledge base of electrical codes and standards to create site electrical plans.
Track and organize multiple projects simultaneously.
Professionally represent the KOA brand while working with KOA franchisees for new design projects and redesigning existing structures.
Establish and maintain a good working relationship with campground owners and managers, product vendors, other departments and design team.
Participate in the reporting of departmental projects and measurement tracking.
Prepare and present, when necessary, program and educational information at KOA University, Managers school and the annual KOA Convention.
Assist with initiatives and programs related to the ‘Kamp Green’ and ‘Campground of the Future’ programs.