Job Position

The (PT) 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.

 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.

Certification

• Complete certification for water/wastewater operator.
• Maintain physical plant, perform routine maintenance, and submit all required reports as dictated by the 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 with the Scout Executive.
• Maintain a harmonious relationship with the Scout Executive, Camp Director, Program Director, and other seasonal staff.

OTHER RELATED ACTIVITIES:

• This position works with volunteers performing camping, programmatic, and administrative tasks and must maintain positive relationships with them. Assisting (Full-Time) Ranger with building a Camp Master Group/Committee to assist with the camping needs.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

• Tools/shop, vehicles, trailers, tractor, Polaris, chainsaw, mower deck, weed eaters, aquatics equipment, shooting sports equipment, and 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 be 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.

• All councils are equal opportunity employers and offer a competitive salary, based on the council’s geographic location.
• Professional Scouting (Full-time) 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. (Full-time employees unless notified otherwise).
• Salary or Salary Range: To be discussed at interview