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Job Posting Title:
Transient - Camp Store/Canteen Manager
Position Type:
Transient (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)
Department:
LSUAG PL4 - GWEC - Camp Staff (Lana Craig (00070729))
Work Location:
Camp Grant Walker Office
Pay Grade:
Temporary
Job Description:
WORK LOCATION: Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center, Pollock LA
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Camp Store/Canteen Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Camp Grant Walker Store during the 2026 summer camp. This individual will oversee inventory management, merchandise sales, and staff assigned to the store. The Camp Store/Canteen Manager plays a key role in ensuring efficient store operations, financial accuracy, and a positive experience for campers. The role requires close collaboration with camp leadership to meet the needs of participants and maintain operational standards.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Store Operations & Customer Service
· Oversee the daily operations during assigned hours (Monday – Thursday) during camp. Additional days/hours will be needed prior to summer camp operations in preparation for summer camp.
· Manage store hours which vary between afternoon and evenings.
· Provide customer service to campers, counselors, and adults by assisting with merchandise selection and purchase transactions.
· Ensure an organized and visually appealing display of merchandise.
· Manage online store and purchases.
· Perform responsibilities necessary for shipment of merchandise from online store.
· Assist with social media for 4-H Online Store.
· Work closely with Administrative Coordinator to ensure accurate inventory reports, re-order necessary stock, and maintain organized retail operations.
Inventory Management
· Monitor and maintain accurate inventory
· Conduct regular inventory audits to track merchandise quantities and avoid shortages or overstock.
· Assist with stock replenishment and merchandising.
Administrative Tasks:
· Assist in generating weekly sales and camper report balances for camp leadership.
· Work closely with Director and Administrative Coordinator to ensure compliance with the LSU AgCenter and 4-H Youth Development policies.
Team Supervision
· Oversee camp staff assigned to Camp Store and Canteen, providing clear instructions for daily task delegation and serve as lead for training camp staff for Camp Store and Canteen operations during summer staff training.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
● Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as a team.
● Effective oral and written communication skills.
● Work collaboratively with adults and volunteers.
● Must complete an employee background check and be approved by the LSU AgCenter Human Resource Management Unit.
● Strong communication and customer service skills.
● Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.
● Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems.
● Ability to work as a team.
Preference given to applicants who:
● Have 1-2 years experience working in a retail or customer service-related setting
● Attended college for two years and are at a Junior or Senior credit hour level.
● Prior experience working with or supervising children.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Long periods of standing, sitting, carrying, stooping, and stretching. Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to complete tasks are required. The ability to lift up to 50 lbs. or more. Customer service ability in appropriately interacting with adults and youth.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary will be commensurate with experience. Housing options are available on site upon request, availability, and job responsibility. Meals and snacks are also available.
DATE AVAILABLE: Camp session is May 25-July 30, 2026. LOST Camp takes place July 30-August 2, 2026. Required training period is May 14-22, 2026. Camp will not be in session the week of June 22–25, 2026.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Must apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU
MUST submit resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation to be considered complete.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 2, 2026, or until a suitable candidate is identified.
The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
NoneSpecial Instructions:
Transient - Camp Store/Canteen Manager
Posting Date:
January 21, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
March 3, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
About the LSU Agricultural Center:
The LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 “on campus” academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter’s website at www.lsuagcenter.com.
The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed [email protected].
Other facts
About Louisiana State University
Welcome to Louisiana State University, home of the "Fighting Tigers" and their Bengal tiger mascot, Mike VI. LSU is the flagship institution of the state of Louisiana and is one of only 30 universities nationwide holding land-grant, sea-grant and space-grant status.
Since 1860, LSU has served the people of Louisiana, the region, the nation, and the world through extensive, multipurpose programs encompassing instruction, research, and public service. The University brings in more than $150 million annually in outside research grants and contracts, a significant factor for the Louisiana economy.
LSU Chemistry is one of six departments in the College of Science and is currently designated as a Foundation of Excellence Department due to the outstanding accomplishments of our faculty, staff, and students in terms of teaching/learning, research, and service. The Department of Chemistry has LSU's largest PhD program and is one of the best-equipped Chemistry departments in the United States.
What you'll do
- The Camp Store/Canteen Manager is responsible for managing daily operations of the Camp Store, including inventory management and merchandise sales. This role requires collaboration with camp leadership to ensure efficient operations and a positive experience for campers.
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