Camp Facilities Manager

Location:

Camp Ponderosa – Heber, Arizona

FT/40 hrs/wk

Stipend offered for local housing until onsite housing is available**

The Salvation Army has determined this position has a business need for on‑site housing, with the housing on Salvation Army owned property where the employee works. The duties of the position warrant the position for on‑site housing for the convenience of The Salvation Army, and the employee must accept this as a condition of employment.

The employee will be required to review and sign an on‑site housing agreement furnished by The Salvation Army, prior to moving into The Salvation Army property. All other parties residing with the employee on The Salvation Army owned property will be listed on the on‑site housing agreement but will not sign the on‑site housing agreement. The employee will not be charged any monthly rent for an on‑site housing agreement.

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Relatable experience may substitute for education (2:1 ratio).
• Experience in managing a large, multi‑building facility is preferred.
• 5 years of camp experience and 10 years of facilities experience preferred.
• Ability to assess, repair, and improve camp property.
• Ability to ensure the quality of camp facilities as they age.
• Must be able to coordinate employees and delegate tasks.
• Must be willing to do any task that they assign to others.
• Ability to oversee both housekeeping and maintenance departments.
• Ability to set housekeeping and maintenance staff up for success without micro‑managing.
• Ability to assess and address plumbing, electrical, structural, and aesthetic issues that arise.
• Must be able to determine what issues can be done in‑house and where we need professional help.
• Must be willing and able to work patiently alongside young summer staff members.
• Able to demonstrate respect and sensitivity towards diverse populations.
• Ability to maintain a professional and courteous demeanor at all times.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Must have a valid AZ driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass The Salvation Army fleet safety e‑learning module.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

• Take a lead stewardship role over all camp facilities, vehicles, equipment, and grounds.
• Create and execute repair plans for aging facilities.
• Be continually aware of opportunities to get ahead of facility decay.
• Work with the Camp Director to execute large‑scale facility plans.
• Lead summer camp facilities crew when applicable.
• Oversee camp facilities with minimal guidance, while still keeping the Camp Director informed.
• Bring large‑scale or costly issues to the attention of the Camp Director as necessary.
• Coordinate the use and functionality of Camp vehicles.
• Ensure that the maintenance yard is clean and organized.
• Assist in managing facilities budgets.
• Assist in the planning, coordinating, and execution of special projects as requested by TSA leaders.
• Work with Camp Director to cast vision for new facilities, upgrades, and recreation offerings.
• Play a main role in the execution of new facilities, upgrades, and recreation offerings.
• Other duties that pertain to facilities management.
• Assist Camp Director in any other duties as requested to maintain a consistently high level of efficiency in camp operation.

• Develop and maintain a high standard of functionality and esthetic quality for Camp Ponderosa.
• Be constantly aware of opportunities to engage in preventative maintenance.
• Lead maintenance staff; appropriately delegating tasks and allowing room for some autonomy in their work.
• Communicate with maintenance staff, drawing on their experiences and insights.
• Answer maintenance calls as needed by guests and coordinate repairs accordingly.
• Ensure that grass length is maintained around buildings…