About the employer
Kampgrounds of America Cape Hatteras Outer Banks is a beachfront campground resort in Rodanthe, North Carolina, set between the Atlantic Ocean and the Pamlico Sound. It has a pool, hot tub, poolside cafe and an internet lounge with free Wi-Fi.
You can work in Recreation or Housekeeping, with a full summer roster of activities like pool games, tie-dying and family movie nights under the stars. Nearby you'll find kiteboarding, paddle boarding, kayaking, local restaurants and the historic Cape Hatteras lighthouse. It's a laid-back island location, so it's better for beach lovers than for big-city fans.
Recreation Attendant
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Job duties
- Help in preparations for events from start to finish.
- Assist in creating a detailed events calendar that cohesively supports the campground and guests of all age ranges.
- Create supply lists and provide them to the Recreation Lead as needed.
- Take pictures of activities and obtain necessary photo release documentation for all individuals in photos.
- In coordination with the marketing department, prepare fun and engaging social media posts.
- Coordinate and prepare all food and beverage items, equipment, awards, and entertainment as needed for each event.
- Maintain and clean recreation equipment and facilities.
- Keep recreation areas and facilities clean and free of debris.
- Greet new arrivals to activities, introducing them to other participants, explaining rules, and encouraging their participation.
- Explain the rules of activities and instruct participants at a variety of skill levels.
- Enforce safety rules to prevent injury.
- Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups, such as seniors or small children.
- Administer basic first aid if needed and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.
- Clean, set up, and break down the equipment used in recreational activities daily.
- Maintain high standards of professionalism, customer service, quality and cleanliness while promoting an atmosphere of fun.
- Maintain health standards and ensure guests and team members are in a safe and secure environment.
- Foster a work environment that maximizes employee involvement and morale, dedicated to delivering KOA's Culture, Mission, Values and Goals.
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Live the Beach Life on North Carolina’s Outer Banks
Imagine waking up to salty Atlantic air, spending your workday organizing beach games and poolside fun, and finishing your shift with a sunset over Pamlico Sound. Kampgrounds of America (KOA) Cape Hatteras Outer Banks in Rodanthe, North Carolina is looking for energetic international students to join the team as Recreation Attendants for the Summer to Fall season.
KOA is America’s largest system of open-to-the-public campgrounds, and the Cape Hatteras location is one of its most iconic – sitting right where the ocean meets the sound, surrounded by dunes, kiteboarders and endless blue horizons. This is the kind of Work & Travel job that turns into stories you’ll tell for the rest of your life.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Organizing and hosting recreational activities for guests – games, tournaments, movie nights, arts & crafts and family events
- Setting up, monitoring and maintaining recreation areas such as the pool deck, playgrounds, courts and game rooms
- Greeting guests, answering questions and sharing tips about the best local beaches and attractions
- Keeping equipment clean, safe and well organized; light cleaning and sanitizing of activity areas
- Assisting with bike, kayak and equipment rentals and check-outs
- Supporting other departments during peak times and helping create a friendly, welcoming atmosphere
Benefits
- Stable full-time schedule and reliable weekly pay
- Beachfront work environment – trade the office for the ocean
- Real hospitality and customer service experience for your CV
- Friendly international team and lifelong friendships
- Free time to explore one of America’s most beautiful coastlines
What We’re Looking For
- University students aged 18–25 eligible for the Work & Travel USA J-1 program
- Conversational to good English communication skills
- Outgoing, positive personality who enjoys working with people of all ages
- Ability to work outdoors in warm, sunny weather and stand/walk for long periods
- Flexibility to work weekends, holidays and evening shifts
- Team player attitude, reliability and a strong work ethic
Ready to spend your summer where the ocean never stops? Apply now for the Recreation Attendant position at KOA Cape Hatteras Outer Banks and make this the best summer of your student life.
Why choose Kampgrounds of America Cape Hatteras Outer Banks
Why Rodanthe & the Outer Banks?
Rodanthe sits on Hatteras Island, a narrow ribbon of sand along the Atlantic – famous for its lighthouses, world-class kiteboarding and surfing, wild horses and some of the most beautiful sunsets in the United States. On your days off you can surf, paddleboard, fish, explore Cape Hatteras National Seashore, or take a road trip to Nags Head, Kill Devil Hills and the Wright Brothers Memorial. Norfolk, Virginia and Washington, D.C. are within easy travel distance for a weekend adventure.
About North Carolina
Северна Каролина обхваща атлантическите плажове, Аутър Банкс и планините Блу Ридж. Студентите работят в плажни и планински курорти, хотели и ресторанти в щат с огромно природно разнообразие.
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