Camp Property Manager

Camp Northern Lights in Babbitt, MN is seeking a Camp Property Manager. This role manages facility operations, supervises maintenance and custodial teams, and ensures this 130+ acre, 30+ building property meets YMCA standards and regulatory requirements.

As a member of the camp leadership team, the Camp Property Manager partners with the Executive Director to support strategic planning, budget management, and staff training.

This position offers an annual salary range of $45,000 to $59,000, along with on-site housing. Anticipated start date is February 1st, 2026, with flexibility to accommodate the selected candidate’s availability.

We take into consideration an individual’s background and experience in determining salary; therefore, base pay offered may vary considerably depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The compensation package includes a wide range of other benefits and earned time off that vary depending on part‑time or full‑time status.

The Camp Property Manager has the responsibility to contribute to the overall mission and goals of the YMCA Camp and/or property by providing leadership, management, operations, and planning of the camp property. The Camp Property Manager is responsible for engineering services for assigned buildings and facilities. The incumbent manages the camps or multiple camps budget, oversees the maintenance of property, building equipment and security.

The incumbent ensures compliance with established policies and procedures by working closely with camp leadership. This position supports and supervises their assigned camp location(s) and provides essential input as part of the camp leadership team. They ensure that the camp facilities, properties, structures, vehicles, and equipment are maintained.

• Direct and supervise all custodial and maintenance functions within established policies and procedures.
• Establish and manage facility budget(s) and assist in the preparation of the Y facility budget and needs.
• Plan for short- and long‑range facility needs, execution of maintenance needs, building safety programs, etc., specific to each location.
• Manage the preventative maintenance of the camp to ensure protection and longevity of the property and facility assets.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise Camp Caretakers and/or Maintenance staff directly, and other facility team members where needed.
• Carry a cellular phone for communication and urgent/emergency situations.
• Respond to urgent/emergency situations (fire, evacuation, power failure, pool closure, storm damage, etc.) at site(s) on short notice.
• Plan and provide security and safety oversight of the facilities and grounds. Has general knowledge of applicable code. Communicates requirements set by governing agencies and code (OSHA, state and local code, ACA compliance, Health Code, YMCA policy, etc.) to YMCA employees from other departments.
• Attend/complete all job‑specific required training.
• Supervise the maintenance of all owned and rented vehicles and watercraft.
• Work with the association to ensure all annual permits and licenses for vehicles, watercraft, and equipment are maintained.
• Supervise and manage workload of custodial and maintenance staff to ensure quality operation of the facility and land, adhering to the completion of priorities.
• Manage and maintain all waterfront equipment such as docks, aquatic platforms, and beach areas.
• Develop, manage, and meet association deadlines for annual plans, priorities, and budgets for facility operation and maintenance.
• Direct and manage work related to capital, major maintenance, and general operations, including annual risk and real estate tours, input and direction for property and facility improvement.
• Work with the Executive Director and/or District Property Manager in developing and prioritizing facility planning needs, including securing bids from contractors, managing and overseeing project completion, and ensuring compliance with state standards.
• Establish and implement annual goals and manage budget.
• Work hands‑on in many varied facility maintenance tasks such as carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work, and identifies when…