Camp Administrator, Supply & Inventory Management

SAIT’s Academic Services team is dedicated to serving SAIT’s schools and learners by providing training in essential and transferable skills. Join a team passionate about creating transformative learning environments that provide access to, and support post-secondary journeys.  The Opportunity Job classification: A5948 - Camp Administrator # of positions: 1 Hourly Rate: $22.17 Position End Date: August 21, 2026 Deadline to apply: Until position is filled SAIT Youth Initiatives is dedicated to offering a variety of programs that aim to educate, empower and excite young minds. With a wide variety of offerings for youth, our programs provide authentic, engaging, and meaningful learning experiences for youth. Through participation in our programs, youth will gain:  ·       A sense of excitement about their education   ·       A sense of belonging in their program and within SAIT   ·       A sense of preparedness for their future ·       A sense of confidence that they can succeed     SAIT Summer Camps (SSC) is hiring one Supply and Inventory Management camp administrator for the 2026 summer camp season. The candidates will have experience and/or knowledge in the area of child and youth education. The candidates will have experience supervising peers in a workplace setting. These individuals should also have strong verbal and written communication skills evidenced by their customer service experience, problem solving, and critical thinking skills, which will be utilized frequently in this program.  For Supply and Inventory Management camp administrator, the candidate is expected to have experience in managing a wide variety of supplies and inventory preferably in a camp setting. The candidate will have experience in purchasing, tracking, and distribution of supplies and inventory in a fast-paced environment.   This fast-paced, deadline-driven position requires an exceptional attitude, organizational skills, time management capabilities, and communication skills. This leadership position is essential to ensuring the camp experience runs smoothly and is enjoyable for campers, camp leaders, parents, and staff.  Note: Early morning, evening and weekend work will be required seasonally. Your availability will be required for the entire duration of the summer camps period (June through August inclusive). All applicants must complete a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search if hired. How you'll contribute

Teamwork and Leadership:  

Model best practices of teaching with leaders

Consistently enforce SAIT Summer Camps policies and procedures with children, youth, staff, families, and the public Promote positive and respectful team atmosphere and work to create a cohesive staff unit

Manage stress effectively, being a source of stability to camp leaders

Experience supervising and training peers/adults 

Excellent classroom and people management skills with both campers and adults

Ability to give and receive direction

Creating rapport with all staff to maintain a trusting and cohesive work environment

Willing to serve as the first point of contact for camp leaders and families

Provide support and offer mentorship for leaders and volunteers

Educate and train camp leaders on lesson planning, camp management, and conflict resolution

Develop trust and respect with administration and staff to create a positive camp atmosphere

Discreet and tactful with sensitive information 

High degree of professionalism

Able to work well in a team and independently 

Communications and Reporting:

Communicate with parents/guardians about their child’s experience at camp and address concerns as required 

Train staff in best practices of inclusion and follow inclusion processes 

Discuss camper accommodations and strategies with parents/guardians

Answer phone, email, and in-person inquiries and communicate with campers, parents/guardians, and staff in a professional and friendly manner

Organize records and input sensitive data according to SAIT policies

Edit, organize, and distribute camp information to staff, parents, and campers on a regular basis

Assist with various office and administration tasks

Supervising Children/Youth:

Provide support for campers in one-on-one, and both small and large group settings   

Mediate conflict with integrity and consistency  

Substitute as needed for ill/absent camp leaders   

Help provide a safe, healthy environment for campers to thrive  

Demonstrated experience working with children who have varying needs 

Emergency Response:

React and adapt quickly to emergency situations involving youth

Display a strong ability to manage stressful situations calmly and effectively

What you bring

Must be 18 years of age or older 

Valid Standard First Aid/CPR – C

Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search

Current driver’s license and access to a vehicle (preferred)     

Minimum 3 years working in a summer camp setting with progressively more leadership responsibilities

Diploma or degree related to education, child studies, recreation preferred but not required

Punctual and able to adapt to a changing schedule is a must

Basic skills in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel, Word, Outlook). Intermediate Excel skills preferred

Ability to multi-task and prioritize supply allocation and timelines  

Experience managing inventory and working within provided budgets is required 

Willingness to learn internal registration system (Camp Brain) 

Ability to work evenings or weekends when necessary to meet the needs of programs and the larger Youth Initiatives team.

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. (transport signs, event materials and supplies) and to push a cart weighing approximately 40 lbs.

Throughout the duration of summer camps and summer camp preparation (May through August) this role will require working on-campus Monday through Friday inclusive