RANGER
CAMP LOUD THUNDER

LOCATION: Illinois City, IL

POSITION REPORTS TO: Scout Executive/C.E.O.

DATE PREPARED/UPDATED 5/1/2023

Salary: $30,000 per year plus housing on property.

POSITION CONCEPT:

The Ranger is a key member of Scouting’s camping team providing onsite management and maintenance of Camp Loud Thunder properties and equipment. This position supervises and organizes those employees and/or volunteers responsible for seasonal and year-round maintenance, health and safety, and security duties at Camp Loud Thunder. Occasionally assisting with maintenance needs at the Council Service Center in Davenport, IA.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1) Supervise, manage, and facilitate all use of property. Live on site and patrol property as necessary for safety and service. Keep all physical property and equipment in operational condition and good appearance, being particularly alert to conditions which could affect health, safety, sanitation and good organization of the camp. Develop and follow project schedules for regular inspections to determine essential repairs, routine maintenance, operational procedures and ordering supplies as approved by supervisor. Maintain current and historical documentation of all repairs conducted at camp.

2) Provide excellent customer service to all internal and external stakeholders who use the property. Utilize online camp reservation system, in partnership with Council leadership, for year-round weekend and summer camp residential use of property and facilities.
Cooperate closely with the Scout Executive, Program Director and the seasonal summer camp director and his or her staff to provide a quality and safe summer camp experience for youth and adult participants. Maintain harmonious relationships with local officials and governmental services, adjoining landowners and neighboring communities. Represent the council in contact with visitors and be able to communicate effectively while enforcing the established council policies and procedures.

3) Comply with established council business procedures including bookkeeping of petty cash, reconciliation of camp reports, deposits, purchase orders and retaining business records. Assist the Scout Executive and Vice President of Properties with capital expenditures including budgets, bids and construction improvements and the identification and securing of new revenue sources and user groups for property utilization as outlined in the council long range property and strategic plan.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

1) Supervise and facilitate all use of the camp.

2) In cooperation with Scout Executive, Program Director, and Executive Board manage property utilization by recruiting and training volunteers to serve as weekend
Campmasters.

3) In cooperation with Scout Executive, Program Director, and Properties Committee assist with the management and supervision of the Service Corps Personnel and their projects.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED: 100% of time
Motor vehicles, heavy equipment, power tools, hand tools, program equipment computers/printers, copiers, telephone system and smartphone.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS: 100% of time
Physical requirements include reaching, standing, walking, pulling, twisting, pushing equipment, bending, feeling, talking, hearing, stretching, fingering, grasping, lifting, repetitive motions, computer keyboarding. Frequent lifting of equipment up to 100 pounds; employees are expected to work with others to safely life heavy items. Must have the ability to perform a variety of maintenance skills with specialized capability in at least one technical skill. Must be able to sit and work at a computer keyboard and be able to perform repetitive and stretching motions. Must maintain current driver’s license and be insurable by the council’s property and casualty insurance company.

MENTAL DEMANDS: 100% of time
Reading, detail work, confidentiality, stress, problem solving, language, training, math, reasoning, verbal communication, written communication, customer contact, multiple concurrent tasks, frequent interruptions in a fast-paced environment, continual change.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 100% of time
This position is exposed to all weather environmental conditions. Must be able to maintain regular attendance. This position requires the employees to work long, irregular hours when needed, including early mornings, evenings and weekends as demanded by work load.
Additional employment outside of this position is not possible without advance approval of the
Scout Executive/CEO. Must be able to plan personal time and schedule work without direct supervision. Requires accessibility outside of normal business hours to deal with after-hours emergencies. Rangers are required to reside at the camp property.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS, SUPERVISION, VOLUNTEER RELATIONS:
Recognize the importance of a good working relationship with other staff members. Recognize the importance of a close and harmonious working relationship with all volunteers and customers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent is required. Technical college education is preferred. Facilities management experience is preferred.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Successful experience in property administration, be willing to successfully complete certifications required by the Boy Scouts of America National Camp School and local, state and federal governments.
• Provide a positive professional example to council staff.
• Volunteer recruitment skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Organizational skills and proven ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Basic fiscal management and budget development skills.
• Basic knowledge of computers (Windows, Microsoft Office) and use of email and the internet. Employee will be trained in custom software as needed.

Interested applicants should send their resume to Jonathan Cartner, Scout Executive/C.E.O at

Jonathan.Cartner@scouting.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Illinois City, IL 61259: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Facilities management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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