Cornell University · 1 month ago
Camp Secretary - Riverhead, NY
New York State (Other)
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$2,200/mo - $3,000/moCornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University and various government entities, seeking a Camp Secretary for the DPF 4-H Camp in Riverhead, New York. The Camp Secretary will manage administrative duties related to the camp store, assist senior staff, and perform clerical tasks while ensuring a positive experience for campers and staff.
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Responsibilities
Types cabin list and class schedule for each cabin
Records camper cabin assignments and bus on master alphabetical list
Writes camper names on canteen cards and arranges according to bus or car arrival
Distributes canteen cards to campers on arrival day; reports late-comers and/or no shows
Records changes on master alphabetical list
Monitors no-shows, early departure campers, campers in infirmary, etc
Maintains records of all campers and staff leaving camp property on authorized trips or other excursions
Records cabin assignments on camper cards
Organizes and keeps camper cards in alphabetical order
Collects and files class attendance records from Program Directors
Answers phone and records messages in message book; forwards messages to appropriate individual; checks answering machine
Responds to general camp questions in an appropriate manner; refers specific questions to Camp Director or Assistant Director
Greets visitors and those on authorized camp business (i.e. delivery, repair)
Monitors telephone use and misuse
Sorts and distributes mail in appropriate boxes
Provide positive public relations for the camp
Maintain up-to-date camp visitor sign in record
Records transactions of sales for canteen
Maintains and tracks inventory for canteen
Attend DPF 4-H Camp orientation/training program, and participate in staff meetings and required training events as scheduled
In cooperation with Supervisor and/or Executive Director jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan as a means to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and to address changes in programming and association priorities
Collaborate in activities that are in general support of Cornell Cooperative Extension including but not limited to attendance at staff meetings, timely reporting of expenses, working with other staff, general marketing of Extension programs and other duties as assigned
Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment
Be familiar and strive to follow any applicable federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard
Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified
Qualification
Required
Must be at least 21 years of age
High School Diploma or equivalent
Ability to work flexible hours which will include evenings and weekends, as appropriate
Training and experience in business procedures
Ability to establish good working relationships with campers and staff
Excellent phone skills
Desire and ability to work with children in an outdoor setting
Ability to take responsibility in a role model position
Ability to read and distribute mail in appropriate boxes
Ability to maintain up-to-date camp visitor sign in record
Ability to work as part of a team
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Possess strong computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel
Enthusiasm, good character, integrity, adaptability, sense of humor, patience and self-control
Preferred
Associate's Degree
Company
Cornell University
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