Conference Coordinator - Higher Ed. jobs in South Carolina

Under the direction the Conference and Retreat Director, and consistent with the Christian Mission of the YMCA, the Conference and Retreat Director is responsible for safety, supervision, programming and involvement with program participants at the designated YMCA Camp and Conference Center.

• Assume responsibility for coordination of YMCA Camp Thunderbird Conference and Retreat Program, to include set up, implementation, and clean up
• Host all “non-Y” groups with the direction of the Conference & Retreat Director
• Ensure quality, quantity and placement of seasonal conference staff is managed appropriately
• Manage Ropes course/Climbing wall; supervise, train, upkeep and adhere to ACA and Y Standards
• Partner with Conference Director in the recruitment and hiring of departmental staff.
• Act as the Conference Director in his/her absence.  Maintain good communication with Manager on Duty and communicate to MOD any need for help, support or emergencies while acting in Conference Director’s absence.
• Assist in guiding and directing participants in a variety of camp activities.
• Act as a positive role model and influence for participants and staff.
• Complete all trainings to develop proficiencies required for performing job responsibilities per quality standards.
• Assist with community events and camp promotion, including recruiting and marketing for new groups.
• Maintain frequent check-ins with Conference Director for daily and weekly tasks or projects.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Four-year college degree or a minimum or five years successful management experience with a high level of customer relationship knowledge.
• Minimum of two years of resident camp experience.
• Experience in organizational teambuilding, Environmental Education, hospitality and/or customer service
• Familiar with American Camp Association accreditation standards.
• Highly developed organizational skills.
• Demonstrated personal leadership and a commitment to developing, inspiring and motivating a staff team. 
• Proven success in program management.
• Proven ability to demonstrate initiative, sound judgment and independent decision making.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to relate well to the public and assist with volunteers, members and staff.   
• Proven success in budget development and management.
• Possess superior supervisory and conflict resolution skills.
• Current certification in CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard  and Child Abuse Prevention.
• Ability to manage and process evaluation tools and evaluation results for supervised departments.