Camp Ranger
Position Overview
The Ranger is a key member of Scouting’s camping team providing onsite management and maintenance of camp facilities and properties. This position supervises and organizes those employees and/or volunteers responsible for seasonal and year-round maintenance, health and safety, and security duties.
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Operation of physical facilities and property
- Operate and keep all physical property and equipment, including tractors and mowers, in safe operating condition.
- Ensure all facilities are properly cleaned and prepared to serve campers upon arrival, addressing any immediate needs as they arise. Facilities should be “showcase ready” at all times.
- Meet all Scouting, local, state, and federal regulations, maintaining positive relationships with local agencies and their staff in all aspects of certification, compliance, and hygiene related to operating a youth camp.
Maintenance of physical facilities and property
- Implement a comprehensive, preventative, and proactive facilities maintenance plan, utilizing facilities maintenance software to track and inform decisions.
- Make regular inspections to determine essential repairs and corrective actions required. Prioritize and take action to rectify issues.
- Submit estimates of time and materials when necessary for contract work, and perform general repairs as authorized.
Complete certification for water/wastewater operator. Maintain physical plant, perform routine maintenance and submit all required reports as dictated by certifying agency.
Protection and control of property and people.
- Supervise all use of the property. Patrol the property as necessary for trespass, vandalism, and fire.
- Ensure a safe and healthy camp environment and know emergency procedures, adhering to the Guide to Safe Scouting and the National Camp Accreditation Standards.
Business responsibilities
- Comply with established Council business procedures, including accounting and petty cash, and other funds. Utilize and become proficient in the Council’s online reservation system.
- Submit regular reports and maintain essential business records.
- Maintain and manage petty cash, submitting reconciliation reports monthly.
- Supervise maintenance contractors as assigned.
- Maintain a harmonious relationship with the Camp Director, Program Director, and other seasonal staff.
Education
- High school degree or GED equivalent
Qualifications
OTHER RELATED ACTIVITIES:
This position works with volunteers performing camping, programmatic, and administrative tasks and must maintain positive relationships with them.
MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Tools/shop, vehicles, trailers, tractor, Polaris, chainsaw, mower deck, weed eaters, aquatics equipment ,shooting sports equipment, commercial kitchen equipment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Medium to heavy work.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The worker is subject to both inside and outside conditions and may be exposed to environmental conditions.
Must meet all Scouting America eligibility requirements and willing/able to complete Scouting America National Camp School Ranger Certification.
Previous experiences with Scouting America are desired but not required.
- Accept a flexible work schedule that will include weekends.
- Ability to plan personal time and schedule work without direct supervision
- Must subscribe to and live by the basic tenets embodied in the Scout Oath and Law, and are currently or willing to become a member of the Boy Scouts of America.
- Ability to work with a minimum of supervision
- Ability to relate well with people and to have a friendly and helpful attitude toward the
Scouting family and the public
- Ability to effectively enforce established Council policies and procedures
- Ability to perform a variety of basic maintenance skills, including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry, with specialized capability in at least one technical skill. Has experience in using hand tools.
Benefits
All councils are equal opportunity employers and offer a competitive salary, based on the council’s geographic location. Professional Scouting offers benefits to include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death, retirement plan, plus compensation for authorized and approved business-related expenses, including phone and mileage reimbursement. We also offer a generous vacation policy and holiday observances.
Salary or Salary Range: $35,000 – $45,000
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