Camp Host

Job Description: Part-Time Camp Host - Campground Island

Position Title: Camp Host

Location: Campground Island

6220 Big Mount Road, Dover, Pa 17315

Employment Type: Part-Time, Seasonal

Term: Seasonal (typically April-October, with possible extensions based on campground needs)

Hours: Approximately 20 hours per week, including weekends and holidays. Flexible scheduling with designated days off.

Position Purpose:

The Camp Host serves as the primary point of contact for campers at Campground Island, ensuring a welcoming, safe, and enjoyable camping experience. This role involves customer service, light maintenance, and enforcing campground rules while promoting the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of the island.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Guest Services

- Hospitality is a big part of the CI brand and vision!

- Greet and check in campers, assist with reservations, and provide information about Campground Island, including rules, pricing, facilities, and nearby attractions.

- Answer camper questions, offer directions, and promote interpretive programs or local activities (eg, hiking, fishing, or wildlife viewing).

- Collect camping fees, sell firewood, or handle small transactions as needed.

2. Campground Maintenance

- Perform light cleaning of restrooms, showers, picnic areas, and campsites using approved methods and chemicals.

- Pick up litter, clean fire rings, rake walkways, and maintain campsite furniture (eg, wash tables, tighten bolts).

- Report maintenance issues (eg, plumbing, electrical) to campground management.

3. Safety and Compliance

- Patrol the campground to ensure guests follow rules, such as quiet hours, pet policies, and campfire safety.

- Extinguish unattended or unsafe campfires and report violations to the campground manager.

- Monitor for unsafe conditions (eg, wildlife interactions, hazardous weather) and inform campers of emergency procedures.

4. Administrative Tasks

- Utilize the campground reservation system to register and check guests in/out as well as future reservations.

- Accomplish daily check-list items and keep record of actions.

- Attend safety meetings and training sessions as required.

Other Job Duties:

- Assist with special events or interpretive programs (eg, crafts, kids story time, movie nights, and other planned activities).

- Perform minor repairs or painting projects as skills allow.

- Act as a liaison between campers and campground management, delivering non-emergency messages.

- Asist with any other needs as directed by management.

Qualifications:

- Must possess a positive "can do" attitude.

- Strong customer service and communication skills to interact with diverse campers.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, displaying mature judgment, tact, and reliability.

- Physically capable of performing light cleaning, lifting up to 20 pounds, and walking/patrolling the campground.

- Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions and handle potentially hazardous tasks (eg, cleaning restrooms, wildlife encounters).

- Valid driver's license and background check.

- Preferred: Experience in hospitality, outdoor recreation, or maintenance; knowledge of first aid/CPR; familiarity with camping practices.

Additional Requirements:

- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, with flexibility for after-hours camper requests.

- Compliance with campground uniform or appearance standards.

Benefits:

- Opportunity to work on a scenic island environment with access to recreational activities (eg, kayaking, hiking).

- Potential for end-of-season bonus

- Satisfaction of contributing to a positive camping experience and preserving Campground Island's natural beauty.

Job Types: Part-time, Seasonal

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 15 per week

Benefits:
Employee discount

License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:
Dover, PA 17315 (Required)

Work Location: In person