Position Purpose: Youth For Christ reaches young people everywhere, working together with the local church and other likeminded partners to raise up lifelong followers of Jesus who lead by their godliness in lifestyle, devotion to the Word of God and prayer, passion for sharing the love of Christ and commitment to social involvement.
The Property and Maintenance Manager will oversee and coordinate the upkeep of all buildings, facilities, machines, vehicles and grounds of Prairie River Camp. This position will have oversight over volunteer work groups, summer staff work crews, and other part-time or seasonal workers.
As a leader in this ministry, the Property and Maintenance Manager should exhibit the following characteristics:
1. Devoted follower of Jesus Christ who is committed to his Lordship.
2. Has a strong desire for knowing the Word of God, living in its truth, and is rooted in a life of prayer.
3. A strong desire to see the outdoors used as a tool to share the life-changing message of Jesus Christ.
4. High level of organization and self-motivation.
5. The ability to prioritize tasks and work through them in an efficient manner.
6. The desire and ability to lead and manage other workers and volunteers in a clear and encouraging manner.
7. A clear communicator who is able to interact with guests and provide resources for them.
8. Friendly, supportive, servant-leader.
9. A team player who wholly supports and engages in the mission of the organization.
10. Ability to direct multiple projects and work crews.
11. Ability to work independently.
12. Diligent in project completion and overseeing the same.
13. Organized initiator.
Essential Job Functions and Duties:
1. Repair and Improve all camp assets (buildings, facilities, machines, vehicles, and grounds).
2. Ensure that the camp complies with all state and local guidelines and requirements.
3. Check accommodation’s readiness including lights, heat, set up, AV equipment set up, etc. as needed.
4. Greet, guide and direct groups upon arrival and act as point person/liaison throughout their stay at camp as needed.
5. Assist with other various Campers Experience related functions as needed.
6. Support and facilitate camp activities.
7. Supervise volunteers and work crews.
Responsibilities include participation and supervision in the following areas:
1. Building construction, remodeling, and repair.
2. Vehicle and equipment maintenance.
3. Grounds keeping.
4. Managing work projects, volunteer teams, and ongoing facility development tasks.
5. Oversee and/or operate Ropes Challenge Course, Paintball, Archery Tag, Laser Tag and other camp activities, etc. such as campfires.
6. Managing contractors.
7. Scheduling and Implementing Projects.
Fundraising Responsibilities: All South Central Minnesota Youth For Christ regular full-time employees will be given the opportunity to be involved in the Stewardship functions of South Central Minnesota Youth For Christ (hereafter SCMYFC, or YFC). These opportunities could include fundraising events, circle of influence/YFC donor contacts, and other opportunities as provided.
Spiritual Responsibilities: Because the overriding religious purpose and mission of SCMYFC is to communicate and introduce the Gospel of Jesus Christ to young people and their families, and in that regard to make, educate and encourage life-long disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ, it is very important that you as an employee in the movement of YFC be recognized as an associate minister of the Gospel.
As an employee of YFC and an associate minister of the Gospel, YFC expects all employees to:
1. Seek God’s guidance and wisdom, through prayer and meditation, for the organization as a whole as well as for specific ministry initiatives.
2. Participate and lead regular times of prayer, devotion and worship as a regular aspect of your role within YFC.
3. Teach and preach from the Holy Bible at YFC staff meetings, conferences, camps and events.
On the Job Training: As needed
HOUSING AND UTILITIES PROVIDED
Paid Holidays, PTO, Sick Leave
Time: Full-Time Year Round
Salary: Paid - Must Raise Partial Support
Category: Manager
Why work at Prairie River Camp:
Prairie River Camp is a ministry of the South Central Minnesota chapter of Youth for Christ. Prairie River Camp serves people from all over through summer camps, high adventure activities, and weekend programs, all while offering superb retreat facilities for guest groups. Prairie River Camp is a place to grow!
52792 80th Street
Bricelyn, MN 56014
(507) 373-1015
Recruiting Video (if applicable): http://www.prairierivercamp.org
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