STORE MANAGER - Camp Seven Hills (Holland, NY)

Girl Scouts of Western New York Inc • Holland, NY

35d • Onsite

About The Position

To manage the operation of the camp store of Camp Seven Hills Goodyear or Camp Timbercrest in compliance with Council accounting and business procedures.  Actual salary will be based on applicant’s experience

Requirements

• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to project a high level of professionalism at all times
• Ability to articulate organizational mission and its importance with passion and conviction, and in a manner that resonates with the listener
• Commitment to diversity and ability to interact with diverse populations
• Strong time management skills with ability to work independently and effectively prioritize duties and tasks.
• Capacity to manage stress effectively and work well under pressure
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate clearly
• Proven capability to work in a collaborative, service-focused environment
• Capacity to work well with others in a congenial and effective manner
• Ability to effectively manage and foster relationships with council staff, volunteers within the camp community
• Subscribe to the principles of the Girl Scout Movement and become a registered member of GSUSA
• Successfully pass the required background checks at hire and thereafter
• Maintain reliable transportation to and from home and work
• If travel is required, must possess a valid driver’s license, meet minimum state auto insurance requirements, and meet the insurance carrier’s requirements for coverage.
• Assist the campers in emergency situations.
• Lift 35 pounds.
• Possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision.
• Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of campers.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, self-control and ability to adapt well to changing situations.
• Participate in structured and unstructured activities.
• Accept and follow directions both in verbal and written form.
• Willingness to abide by the policies and practices of the Girl Scouts of Western New York Inc.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess sound judgment in managing various camp business procedures.
• Maintain accurate and detailed inventory records.
• Computer knowledge, Outlook, Excel, Office Suite
• Certified Sex Offender Registry and Criminal Background Checks will be completed for personnel file.
• Desire and ability to work with and relate to children and peers in an outdoor environment.
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR or individual is willing to complete certification course during designated training day.
• Prior camp experience and/or interest in the Girl Scout Camping program.
• Willingness to place the needs of girls and camp above personal desires.
• Good health and stamina necessary to work in the camp setting.
• The acceptance of irregular work hours.
• The acceptance and understanding that employment is at a resident (overnight) camp.
• Required to stay on the property during hours of scheduled work days (Sunday  to Friday )
• Must be willing to work in an outdoor setting and in inclement weather.

Nice To Haves

• Retail sales experience desired

Responsibilities

• Develops professional goals for the summer that will help support and meet GSWNY’s mission and camp goals.
• Must attend mandatory administrative assistant & store manager training meeting in June (date and time to be determined)
• Manages resale of merchandise in camp store.
• Collect money from staff and campers on incoming days and set up accounts.
• Inventory all store merchandise at the start and end of camp season.
• Clean and prepare camp store for summer operations.
• Manages resale of merchandise in camp store.
• Prepare daily read-outs of sales and maintain accurate inventory records of camp store merchandise.
• Participates in all aspects of camp including pre-camp, open house and post camp.
• Attends staff meetings with scheduled/necessary.
• Apply behavior management techniques to conflicts with children when necessary.
• Report incidents/ accidents to supervisor or health supervisor immediately.
• Report suspected child abuse to supervisor immediately.
• Understands that this is a part time position at a summer resident camp
• Accepts other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Camp Director.

Benefits

• Girl Scouts of Western New York seasonal camps are subject to the Federal and New York State exemption laws under Section 13(a)(3) of the Fair Labor Standards Act.  Seasonal staff working at camp may be paid in accordance with this exemption.  Seasonal employees are not eligible for company-sponsored group benefits.
• GSWNY is also very grateful to have many partnerships offering special deals and incentives at local businesses to GSWNY employees throughout Western New York.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED