Transportation Coordinator Job at YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood
CAMP OVERVIEW
At Camp Twelve Trails we are dedicated to universally shared values central to Jewish life. Our proactive integration of these values into everything we do supports children of all backgrounds and helps them grow into better people. Our warm, welcoming culture fosters a vibrant camp community where we all look out for each other and take care of the world around us. Staff are central to carrying out this vision by crafting programs that are in line with our educational outcomes, beliefs, and providing positive, enthusiastic energy every day. We expect staff above all to deliver the wow!
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Transportation Coordinator will oversee the busing of all campers and staff to and from Camp, including 17
buses traveling to and from the Manhattan, Bronx and Westchester area. The positon is supported by the Operation Coordinator and Camp Director.
DUTIES PRE CAMP
Assist in the coordination of Camper & Staff Bus stops.- Provide all partners and Academy Bus Company with complete calendar of special events and trips.
- Prepare all bus binders for the summer with dismissal forms and attendance sheets.
- Communicate with families regarding transportation questions and needs
DUTIES DURING CAMP
- Duties begin at 7:30 am checking in with bus captains and communicating all absences.
- Act as the lead contact for parents regarding Attendance and Transportation.
- Supervise morning arrival to camp and afternoon dismissal from camp with the support of Camp Leadership
- Communicate all staff absences to bus captains and Camp Director.
- Ensure that all buses are stocked with first aid, water, and snacks, and check buses weekly.
- Organize and Update Bus Binders regularly including changes in authorized pick up persons.
- Maintain camper and staff attendance sheets, and report numbers to the appropriate personnel.
- Work with Operations Coordinator to ensure timely bus routes and make changes as needed.
- Coordinate proper departure for all camp trips leaving from the campgrounds.
- Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all campers in any area or program at camp.
REQUIREMENTS
Strong communication and problem-solving skills- Experience communicating and working with families with children of varying abilities
- Ability to remain calm and maintain perspective under pressure
- Commitment to work collaboratively with others
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing needs
- Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at the time of hire
JOB DETAILS
- Status: Seasonal, Mondays through Fridays, June 28 - August 18th, including 40-45 hours of staff training in June held on some Sundays and evenings. No camp on July 3rd or July 4th.
- Hours: 7:30 am-5:30 pm during the summer with an extended break in the middle of the day.
- Compensation: $4400 for the summer.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other functions and responsibilities may change or may be assigned.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
YM & YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
About YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood:
Established in 1917 as one of the first Jewish community centers in New York City, the YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood (the Y) is a thriving and visionary not-for-profit human services organization in Northern Manhattan. We welcome people of diverse ethnicities and all ages, from pre-school to older adults, into the Y family with a wide range of educational, recreational and social services and programs that focus on improving the quality of their lives. With a long and distinguished history, the Y is a multi-service community center that is well known for its nurturing environment and non-judgmental philosophy.
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