Receptionist-Administrative Position- Full Time

Western Camps, Inc. is a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing meaningful outdoor, educational, and recreational experiences for individuals, families, and groups. Operating under the names Wonder Valley Ranch Resort, Wonder Valley Outdoor Education Center, and River Way Ranch Camp, we offer a range of programs and services that emphasize personal growth, environmental stewardship, and community connection.

Located in the foothills near Sanger, California, our facilities are situated within close proximity to Sequoia National Park, offering a unique setting that combines natural beauty with accessibility. With a long-standing commitment to safety, integrity, and excellence, Western Camps, Inc. strives to create environments where guests, students, and staff feel welcomed, supported, and inspired.

We value collaboration, professionalism, and a strong work ethic, and we are proud of the positive impact our programs have on the people and communities we serve. Join our team and enjoy meaningful work, great benefits, and perks that make every shift rewarding!

Administrative Assistant for Camp Office

River Way Ranch Camp | Sanger, CA (On-Site)

Full-Time, Year-Round | Hourly, Non-Exempt | $17.50/hour

Monday-Friday; extended hours and some weekends in summer

Join our year-round camp office team.

River Way Ranch Camp is looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to keep our office running smoothly all year. This is a full-time office and front desk role with real variety: data entry and recordkeeping, customer service with camp families, supply ordering, and event logistics. In summer, the energy picks up and you'll be at the center of camper records, parent calls, and opening and closing day operations.

Front Office and Family Communication

Answer phone calls and emails from parents about applications, forms, payments, sessions, and camp policies
Serve as a year-round point of contact for families, vendors, and staff
Help send daily camper emails to families during summer
Enrollment, Data Entry, and Recordkeeping Enter camper applications and maintain accurate rosters and records in CampMinder and related systems
Document incidents and track camper medications, valuables, and forms
Maintain organized digital and paper filing systems and archive records according to retention policies
Assist with onboarding paperwork and background check processing for seasonal staff
Supplies, Inventory, and Logistics Track inventory and order office, program, and health center supplies through the purchase order process
Help coordinate logistics for large events and camp opening and closing days
Administrative and Financial Support Track petty cash and maintain accurate records
Help prepare staff training and orientation materials
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Comfort juggling shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency with Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Docs)
Nice to Have Prior experience in an office, administrative, receptionist, or customer service role
Experience with CampMinder or similar camp registration or database software
health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
meals during summer, discounted camp tuition, beautiful outdoor setting
Work Environment and Physical Requirements Work in both indoor office and outdoor camp settings, including high summer temperatures, noise, and outdoor elements
17.50 - 17.50 USD per hour (Western Camps, Inc.)