Job Description

Position: Campus Operations Coordinator
Reports to: People and Culture Manager
Start Date: April/May 2026
Hours and Location: Full time, Seasonal (April – October) on Cortes Island
Starting Wage: $24 – 27/hour (depending on experience),

ABOUT HOLLYHOCK
Hollyhock is a globally recognized transformative learning and leadership center with a beautiful nature-based campus located on the traditional territories of the Klahoose, Tla’amin, and Homalco Nations on Cortes Island, BC. For over 40 years, Hollyhock has convened leaders, changemakers, artists, activists, and seekers to explore the inner and outer dimensions of social and ecological transformation.

At Hollyhock, staff really care about each other. Season after season, staff consistently report that one of the best things about their work is the relationships they build with their colleagues.
We believe that our staff must reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, abilities, and with a range of life experiences to apply. Please feel free to state any aspects of your identity that may contribute to diversity in our workforce in your cover letter, so we can prioritize your application.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Campus Operations Coordinator (COC) is a day-to-day coordination and integration role, focused on supporting smooth campus operations, and interdepartmental communications and alignment during the season. This is a fast paced, hands-on roll, that is a blend of administrative tasks involving sensitive and timely communications, and physical presence supporting operations. Reporting to the People & Culture Manager, this role works with a diverse, service-oriented team, ensuring information flows clearly between staff, managers, People & Culture, and Operations. This role supports coordination, information flow, and issue intake, but does not hold accountability for guest experience outcomes, community decision-making, staff discipline, or policy interpretation.

ABOUT YOU

You are a highly organized and detail-oriented individual who thrives in collaborative team environments. Your strong communication skills, patience, and openness to learning make you adept at connecting with people from diverse backgrounds. You excel in accuracy, task prioritization, and effective time management.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the People and Culture Manager with organizational HR and Health and Safety data entry and administration.
Support interconnectivity of Campus departments through clear, timely communications and elevating needs to the People and Culture Manager and the Campus Management Team
Staff Housing support: Orientations for new residents, checking rooms for deposit return, supporting general communications with residents
Support by covering departments as needed, cross training to understand multiple roles.
Manage office equipment, inventories and mail run
Keep communication boards on Campus up to date
Act as the first point of contact for routine guest, presenter, and community concerns, ensuring timely responsiveness and clear escalation to the appropriate manager or Director of Operations when issues exceed established authority or sensitivity thresholds.
Other duties as delegated by the People and Culture Manager and the Campus Management team

QUALIFICATIONS

Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to direct, professional, and transparent communication.
Operational Autonomy: Proven ability to work independently as a proactive problem-solver .
Agility: Demonstrated success in “fluid prioritization,” with the capacity to remain organized and effective in a fast-paced, emergent environment.
Administrative Proficiency: Previous experience in an administrative support role is an asset
Experience with Digital Platforms: strong familiarity with Google Workspace (G Suite), spreadsheets, Slack, and Asana is preferred.
Technical Literacy: Competency in managing different digital communications platforms, e.g video conferencing.
Logistics & Safety: Possession of a valid Driver’s License and a current First Aid certification (or a willingness to obtain one upon hire).

The successful candidate must be legally able to work in Canada and enjoy living in a remote setting.

WORKING CONDITIONS

In an open, public environment
This work is varied from sitting at a computer for long periods of time, to standing and daily walking throughout the Campus
Scheduled for a varied work schedule including weekends, evenings and statutory holidays. Flexibility and adaptability to changing needs are essential
Strong personal integrity and the maintenance of strict confidentiality are critical

HOUSING – Staff housing on Cortes Island, may be available for the successful candidate, subject to availability

Salary/Wage

24 - 27/hr

Other Perks/Benefits

OTHER PERKS AND BENEFITS -Complimentary breakfast on shift -Complimentary program -Staff access to spa (sauna and ocean-front hot tubs) -Staff discounts on bodywork, store, meals and accommodations -Beautiful natural setting

Recommended Training

Joint Health & Safety Committee Training

Job Application Process

Please send your resume and cover letter to jodi@hollyhock.ca OR Visit our website Careers Page: www.hollyhock.ca/jobs -Click “APPLY NOW” and fill out the form, you will have a chance to submit your resume and cover letter. This position is open until it is filled. Please get your application in as soon as possible. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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