Parent Connections and Store Manager, Ridgecrest Summer Camps

Camp Ridgecrest•Black Mountain, NC

42d

About The Position

Our Parent Connection Lead plays a key role in supporting the overall operation of Ridgecrest Summer Camps, with a focus on supporting parents and campers throughout Camp Ridgecrest and Camp Crestridge. This role is also responsible for overseeing and operating the camps store from designing, ordering, purchasing, and selling merchandise. By aiding in these ways, you will be playing a large role in "Impacting Lives for God's Glory Through Discipleship and, Adventure."

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Must have valid driver’s license
Committed, growing follower of Jesus
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable training and mentoring
Proficient in Microsoft Office, design and/or marketing software
Highly organized and able to manage multiple timelines
Demonstrates spiritual maturity and emotional awareness
Models Christlike humility, empathy, and discernment
Strong ability to develop and lead others
Must affirm our statement of faith
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed for various camp activities and equipment.
Comfortable navigating hills, steep terrain, and climbing a lot of stairs throughout the day.
Willingness to work outdoors in all kinds of weather and temperature conditions—rain or shine, you're ready for it!
Must be able to engage with children of different ages, ensuring their safety and enjoyment during activities.
Ability to maintain physical activity for extended periods, as camp days can be long and involve continuous movement.
Kneeling, Bending, and Reaching: Comfortable with kneeling, bending, and reaching.
Ability to remain alert and quickly respond to any emergency situations or accidents.

Responsibilities

Parent Communication and Administration Assistance
Working to build relationships with existing and prospective parents.
Assist with camper waitlist management and database
Process bulk mailings: newsletters, birthday cards, postcards
Assist with supervision of office when Camp Directors are traveling
Manages Camp Ridgecrest and Camp Crestridge Clothing Stores
Select vendors, work with designers for annual clothing lines
Lead Camps team in creating concepts and garment choices each year
Ensure the design and ordering process is moving forward, meeting deadlines
Design and manage the retail spaces at each camp
Manage the online clothing stores
Manage Summer Staff
Supervise office and retail summer staff (approximately 6-7 employees) in the summer to assure that proper policies and procedures are being followed
Attending select Crestridge team meetings to add perspective and cultural wisdom
Supporting Crestridge with another full-time team member’s, multi-year view.
Offers support in building up Crestridge team interns
Other job duties as assigned