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Communications Manager Job Description

Job Title: Communications Manager

Reports to: Executive Director

Schedule: Part time during off-season (September through April) and full time during camp (May through August)

Classification: Exempt

Consults with: Year-Round Team, Board, Alumni, Parents, Community Members, Designers, Printers, Photographers

Posting Date: October 22, 2026

Deadline to Apply: November 30, 2026

Overview: Clearwater Camp is an all-girls summer camp in Minocqua, WI founded in 1933. It is the mission of Clearwater Camp to foster confidence, courage, compassion and community by providing a traditional sleepaway camp experience for girls. 

Summary: The Communications Manager, a member of the year-round team, is responsible for managing camp communications, social media, and alumni relations. The Communications Manager will strive to keep the community engaged in Clearwater’s mission, vision and outstanding programs. The candidate will consistently model the following traits: positivity, creativity, trustworthiness, respect for others, kindness, helpfulness, self-confidence, and a strong sense of personal responsibility.  Fully remote during the off-season and in-person during camp season (May 15-Aug 15).  During Camp season, work will be split between communications and supporting camp operations.  

Communication Responsibilities Include:

  • In partnership with the Executive Director, Year-Round Team, and Marketing Committee, develop and implement annual communications strategy, inclusive of marketing and development efforts that support fundraising, staff/camper recruiting, alumni relations, and general awareness of Clearwater. This includes, but is not limited to coordinating the development of printed materials, web content, and social media using appropriate audio, video, and photography, etc.
  • Advise and support the Executive Director, Year Round team, and board on all communications manners.
  • Support Executive Director’s annual recruiting goals, current camper and family communications by developing appropriate strategies, including but not limited to: The TellTale (quarterly camper newsletter), promotions (ads, eBlasts, social posts, invitations, etc), web updates, presentation materials for recruiting fairs and outreach opportunities, etc.
  •  Prepare and implement special communications plans as appropriate.
  •  Develop and implement special events that support fundraising, recruiting, and/or other community relations.
  • Maintain and update the Clearwater website.
  • Develop and produce regular community-wide communications pieces, including but not limited to: The Voyageur (annual) and The Burgee (quarterly).
  • Utilize the camp management database (CampMinder) to support communications with campers, staff and families.
  • Work with the year-round team on social media strategy and content calendar.
  • Provide reporting of marketing activities and successes.
  • Maintain shared Google Drive folder for maximum collaboration with remote marketing team members
  • Support the Executive Director and Year-Round Team with general camp operations by being on-site and available from mid-May through mid-August.
  • Manage communication efforts when camp is in session, including, but not limited to, managing parent inquiries, overseeing camp photographer(s), and supporting preparation of camper photo books, banquet books, trip collages, etc.
  • Other activities as assigned.

Camp Operations Responsibilities:

  • Alumni and prospective camper tours
  • Supporting Director Team with daily tasks and camp responsibilities
  • Assisting with Family Camp and respective Reunions 

Qualifications and Skills

  • 5+ years of relevant professional experience in communications and/or marketing, preferably in a nonprofit organization.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, such as journalism, public relations, or communications.
  • Proficiency in digital photography, basic video editing software, social media management, and Canva or Adobe Suite.
  • High Level of skill in the MS Office Suite; Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Graphic design experience and familiarity with WordPress are a plus.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills and attention to detail; good interpersonal and presentation skills.
  • Proven experience designing and implementing successful strategic communications plans; developing content for various audiences, and knowledge of digital engagement best practices.
  • Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while managing deadlines.
  • Self motivated with the ability to work in a summer camp environment.

Expectations and Compensation

  • Part-time hourly contract in off-season (approximately 20-30 hours per week) 
  • Full-time summer staff contract during camp
  • Must live on-site and increase to full time hours for camp season (May 15-Aug 15)
  • Salary commensurate with experience

To Apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to jobs@clearwatercamp.org with subject: Communications Manager, Clearwater Camp.

Clearwater Camp provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Clearwater Camp encourages individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. In order to increase equity in hiring, Clearwater Camp prefers not to receive informal referrals from individuals with personal connections to Clearwater Camp and cannot factor such referrals into the selection of candidates for interviews.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understand the scope of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, or responsibilities associated with the position.