Job Opportunities

*Facilities and Grounds Manager

Simpson Park Camp is a Christian Campground located at the corner of Gates and Campground Road in Romeo, MI.  We are looking to create a team of reliable, service-oriented people to staff our camp.  We have opportunities for our Facilities and Grounds team for your consideration.

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Position: Full-Time Position

 

Annual Rate: $18/hr Plus Housing

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Reports to: SPCMGA Camp Director

 

Summery of Position:

The Facilities and Grounds Manager for Simpson Park Camp manages and oversees the care, maintenance, and future development of the campground facilities.  This is an all-inclusive position including facilities and grounds maintenance activities and house-keeping activities.  This position will direct and manage any part-time and seasonal maintenance and/or housekeeping staff.

 

Qualifications:

1. Living a life that honors the Lordship of Jesus Christ

2. Be in agreement with the Simpson Park Camp’s Statement of Faith

3. Have basic computer and organizational skills.

4. Have a broad knowledge of best practices including building, grounds, and equipment maintenance.

5. Have a strong mechanical aptitude.

6. Self-motivated with the ability to perform tasks including physical labor with minimal supervision.

7. Effective interpersonal skills in working with staff and volunteers.

8. Willing to work a flexible schedule to accommodate camp schedules.

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General Responsibilities:

1. Carry out the policies established by the SPCMGA Board.

2. Work within the yearly assigned departmental budget.

3. In conjunction with the Camp Director make recommendations for future maintenance needs which extend past established yearly budgets.

4. In conjunction with the Camp Director make recommendations for future capital development and budgets to help meet advancement goals.

5. Responsible for the maintenance and development of camp owned buildings and equipment.

6. Operates equipment safely and maintains all equipment regularly.

7. Maintains appropriate records for all buildings and equipment.

8. Able to climb ladders and lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

9. Able to supervise and direct other maintenance staff, housekeeping staff, and volunteers when necessary.

10. Work with office and housekeeping staff to ensure facilities are set-up, clean, and in good working order prior to guest group arrival.

11. Utilizing available resources – (Self, Volunteers and Staff), work with camp director to ensure grounds are cleaned-up before, during, and after each group and the season.

12. Ensure gates and doors locked and opened at appropriate times.

13. Remain flexible and ready to respond in the case of emergencies.

14. Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Since 1865, Simpson Park Camp has nurtured spiritual revival and good old-fashioned relationship building in Michigan. With 77 buildings and cottages on 55 acres, our rustic Victorian-era setting offers a unique and distraction-free environment for important gatherings.

 

For further information or to apply for a position, please contact Nathan Zimmerman, Director Designate, Simpson Park Camp, by email at nathan@simpsonparkcamp.org or give us a call at (586) 752-3202.