CAMPGROUND DESIGNER

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is the world’s largest network of privately owned campgrounds and the leader in outdoor hospitality. KOA has 500+ locations across the United States and Canada including a mix of franchised and company-owned parks (OAK). Founded in 1962, the mission of KOA is “connecting people to the outdoors and each other,” and those who represent the brand share the values of being family-oriented, passionate, entrepreneurial, customer-focused, and innovative.

At KOA, we believe the outdoors is fun and for everyone. We are committed to having an environment where all are treated with dignity and respect. We strive to:

• intentionally create a sense of community and belonging for our guests, employees and franchise partners
• continually educate ourselves and expand our knowledge to foster an inclusive and supportive environment
• sustain a culture that promotes diversity of thought and experiences
• ensure everyone has the ability to experience the outdoors and that our facilities are accessible to all
• drive change in our company and industry through action and implementation 

Summary: 

The primary focus of this position is to produce campground design plans utilizing AutoCAD that will be used by campground owners to build new or improve existing campgrounds. This position requires a great deal of collaboration with the design team, other departments, Franchisees, vendors and more. You will need to use both technical and creative skills to prepare construction drawings and designs that adhere to KOA standards, design criteria and industry building codes. Other duties will include supporting company initiatives for sustainability, accessibility and forward-thinking technology on campgrounds. Effective communication and presentation skills are a must.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Produce scaled design drawings in AutoCAD that adhere to company standards and industry code requirements. 
• Use AutoCAD to create, update and modify campground sites plans, buildings, amenities, and other campground related plans and detail libraries.
• Be able to interpret sketches and concepts into completed design documents.
• Develop knowledge base of electrical codes and standards to create site electrical plans.
• Track and organize multiple projects simultaneously.
• Professionally represent the KOA brand while working with KOA franchisees for new design projects and redesigning existing structures.
• Establish and maintain a good working relationship with campground owners and managers, product vendors, other departments and design team.
• Participate in the reporting of departmental projects and measurement tracking.
• This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present, when necessary, program and educational information at KOA University, Managers school and the annual KOA Convention.
• Assist with initiatives and programs related to the ‘Kamp Green’ and ‘Campground of the Future’ programs.

 

Required Education and Experience:

Associates degree or higher and minimum 2+ years of AutoCAD and work experience in related fields such as architecture, landscape design, hospitality design, construction management or similar. AutoCAD proficiency. Time management and multi-tasking skills. Ability to read landscape, engineering and building design construction documents. Base knowledge of ADA and other construction codes and standards.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Knowledge of sustainable land planning and building practices. Outgoing and engaging personality with the ability to interact with individuals and large groups. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong organizational skills. Concise communication and presentation skills (written and verbal). A passion for camping a plus!

 

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboard, including plotting drawings, using a measuring tape and lifting and carrying a laptop and other small items up to 25 pounds. Prolonged exposure to computer screens and artificial lighting. Use of repetitive motion, standing, bending, sitting, lifting, and walking short distances. May be expected to travel via air or vehicle to KOA locations, other locations as directed, and conferences which requires close and distance vision, sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, other vehicles, etc. Travel occurs in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Frequent in person interaction with KOA employees in various settings, where noise level is typically low to moderate, including office spaces. Will experience occasional interruptions and shifting priorities.

KOA does not sponsor Visas

KOA currently does NOT hire in the following states:

Alaska	Idaho	North Dakota
District of Columbia	Louisiana	Rhode Island
Hawaii	New Hampshire	Vermont

Benefits Offered:

• Medical/Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Account
• Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Retirement Plan
• 401K Company Contributions

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. ("KOA") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KOA is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment, where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and employment decisions are based on qualifications and merit. KOA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship or immigration status, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, and termination. KOA complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, and all applicable state and local laws, and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals for disability, sincerely held religious beliefs or practices, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources department at hr@koa.net. KOA prohibits retaliation against any employee or applicant who, in good faith, reports or opposes discrimination or harassment, requests an accommodation, or participates in any related investigation or proceeding. Employees who believe they have experienced or witnessed conduct that violates this policy should report it to the Human Resources department at hr@koa.net.