Head Office Administrator

Location: Toronto, Ontario (May - mid-June) and on-site (mid June -August) – Camp Kandalore is located in Algonquin Highlands, Ontario near Minden.

Contract Dates: May 3rd - August 31st, 2027

Reports to: Assistant Director - Operations

Our Team

Our team is highly engaged and committed to excellence in camping and outdoor and experiential education. Working at Kandalore means you believe in supporting a camp culture that values participation, kindness and respect, and the power of the outdoors for young people.

The Camp

Founded in 1947 Kandalore offers an un-matched camp experience for children 6 – 16, providing the best of both canoe-tripping and camp activities. The camp prides itself on its warm and supportive community where children are made to feel included in the camp culture. The supportive nature of the camp allows for the campers to try new activities and develop new skills with the help of caring staff members.

Camp Kandalore helps kids to know and be themselves. We believe in authenticity of character; that challenging our campers develops resilience and independence; that the outdoors is an ideal environment where kids can learn and have fun; that an accepting environment promotes belonging and connection; and that our facilitators and staff inspire our campers. Most importantly, we believe that a positive camp culture leads to highly transformative experiences for young people.

Job Outline:

Kandalore is looking for a positive, detail-oriented, self-driven, focused and enthusiastic individual to fill the role of Head Office Administrator.

The successful applicant will be friendly, customer-service oriented, responsible, very well-organized and able to cope with a busy office atmosphere. Familiarity or experience with summer camp and administrative work is recommended.

This role begins at our Toronto office working Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm. The position then moves up to our site located near Minden, Ontario mid-June where all staff live on-site until the end of August, following the camp daily schedule and hours.

Responsibilities include:

• Communication with camper families and staff (via telephone & email).
• Organizing and recording all camper follow-up information and review of staff paperwork.
• Assisting with organizing camper transportation.
• Overseeing parent to camper e-mail program, and all mail at camp.
• General office administration (keeping supplies in stock, petty cash, helping staff with camper information, running reports, etc.).

Minimum Qualifications

• Camp experience is an asset
• Intermediate/Standard First-Aid with CPR-C required
• Bronze Cross Lifeguard certification required, National Lifeguard preferref
• The applicant should have a general working knowledge of word processing, database, email and spreadsheet programs. Familiarity with Camp Brain, Excel, Outlook and a client-oriented background are an asset.

How To Apply

If you or someone you know wants to learn and grow this summer, please apply online at: Join Our Team | Kandalore if a position is posted, we are still actively seeking candidates, and you are welcome to apply.

Your application matters to us and we will review it carefully. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

We work to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practices as an integral and foundational part of Camp Kandalore’s culture and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills making us better together.

As a condition of employment, a clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required.

Do You Need an Accommodation?

Camp Kandalore is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise the Hiring Manager if you require accommodation.