Location manager

Laurus Lifestyles; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A summer camp organization seeks a Location Manager for the camp season from May to August in Montreal, Quebec. This role involves ensuring smooth operations, maintaining parent satisfaction, and managing staff. Candidates must have at least 3 years in camp leadership, strong communication skills, and be bilingual in English and French. Applicants should be available for the full seasonal contract and possess a valid driver's license. The position requires both off-season planning and on-site management during peak camp weeks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in camp leadership and/or management.
• Strong computer skills covering Google Drive and related platforms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital.
• Availability for the full seasonal contract from May to August.
• Must be bilingual in English and French.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Attend management training sessions and meetings.
• Support camp programming and scheduling development.
• Assist with pre-camp preparations including supplies and communication.
• Ensure day-to-day operations of the camp run smoothly.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for parents and staff.
• Manage, support, and coach staff throughout the season.
• Conduct staff evaluations.
• Collaborate with the Regional Manager for efficient operations.
• Track financial transactions for the site.
• Prepare and submit expense reports.
• Report operational issues to upper management.
• Maintain a safe and organized environment.
• Hold weekly meetings with the camp team.
• Oversee inventory management in collaboration with the Inventory Specialist.

Skills

Camp leadership experience

Strong computer skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual (English & French)

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Google Drive

Job description

Contract Type

Seasonal contract from May to the end of August.

• May & June: part-time hours
• Nine weeks (late June to late August): full-time hours

About The Position

The Location manager is the primary point of contact for both parents and staff at their assigned location. Their role is to ensure smooth daily operations, maintain a high level of parent satisfaction, and uphold Laurus’ standards of safety, quality, and professionalism.

Location managers are present on-site every day during the camp season and are actively involved in planning, organizing, and preparing programming and logistics prior to the start of the summer.

Responsibilities

Off-Season (May-June part-time)

• Attend management training sessions and meetings.
• Support the development of camp programming and scheduling.
• Assist with all pre-camp preparations (supplies, planning, communication with families and staff).

On-Season (Nine weeks full-time)

• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations of the camp.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for parents and staff; communicate promptly and professionally.
• Manage, support, and coach staff throughout the season.
• Conduct staff evaluations.
• Collaborate closely with the Regional Manager to ensure efficient operations.
• Manage and track all financial transactions for the site.
• Work with the sales team to create invoices and follow up on payments.
• Prepare and submit expense reports for the location.
• Report all concerns, incidents, or operational issues to upper management.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and well-organized environment for children and staff.
• Hold weekly meetings with the camp team.
• Oversee inventory management in collaboration with the Inventory Specialist to ensure all required materials and equipment are available for scheduled camp activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in camp leadership and/or management.
• Strong computer skills (Google Drive and related platforms).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Availability for the full seasonal contract (May–August).
• Bilingual (English & French).
• Valid driver’s license.