Lake Doniphan Conference & Retreat Center seeks a skilled Facilities and Grounds Maintenance Manager for their 300-acre property near Kansas City, Missouri, USA. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, strategic planning, repairs, groundskeeping, and ensuring a safe, appealing environment.
Position Description
Open until filled
Employer
Lake Doniphan Conference & Retreat Center
Location
Excelsior Springs, Missouri, USA
Required Language
English
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field, preferred
Experience Required/Desired
Minimum of five years successful and progressive facilities management experience in a camp, resort, retreat center, or an institution (school, health care facility, etc.).
Immediate Supervisor
Lake Doniphan Executive Director
Employment Status
40+ hours/week
Summary of Position
Lake Doniphan Conference and Retreat Center is looking for a talented, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to oversee the facilities & grounds maintenance function of our 300-acre facility located at the northeast edge of the Kansas City Metropolitan Area in western Missouri. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- overseeing the daily operations of the maintenance of camp property including scheduling and supervision of seasonal full time and part time permanent employees
- developing, implementing, and monitoring progress of a strategic plan for the facilities and grounds maintenance department
- performing and managing a wide array of repairs including mechanical, plumbing, electrical, structural, HVAC, vehicles, painting, etc.
- supervising grounds keeping operations and staff to maintain grounds and facilities to provide a safe, attractive, and clean environment for all
- assisting where needed
- Hands on and direct participation in all aspects of facilities and grounds maintenance expected
- The Facilities and Grounds Maintenance Manager will work in harmony with the Executive Director to assure quality and safety for all, up to and exceeding the satisfaction of the guests
- Residence on the grounds may be an option but is not required. Ability to live within a 30-minute drive of Lake Doniphan is expected
- Must have a flexible schedule with the ability to work nights, weekends and holidays as needed, and the ability to fill in for other staff roles in their absence
Essential Functions
- Oversee all aspects of the daily operation of Lake Doniphan facilities and grounds maintenance in coordination with the Executive Director
- Ensure that Lake Doniphan policies, procedures and ethics are adhered to
- In coordination with the Executive Director, regularly create an agreed upon priorities list for long term and short-term projects and on-going maintenance needs; document needs and actions taken
- Lead by example by maintaining positive working relationships with all Lake Doniphan employees and by regularly working alongside facilities and grounds maintenance staff
- Remain informed and current in facilities and grounds maintenance management functions and codes for local, state and federal governments - this may include light travel to ensure that proper training is received
- Maintain properties in accordance with all regulatory standards, such as EPA, OSHA, state and local health codes. Understand applicable standards imposed by sponsor church’s, Community of Christ, Risk Management and the American Camping Association. Develop and carry out sound conservation practices
- Maintain the cleanliness, structural integrity and visual quality of all buildings, program site features and landscaping
- Develop and monitor business plan and annual budget for facilities and grounds maintenance operations, coordinate with Executive Director
- Perform quality performance inspections routinely; develop action plans for any deficiencies and implement said plan; maintain active records of all inspections, action plans and follow up actions to correct deficiencies
- Manage related inventories and prepare vendor orders as needed based on scheduled activities and in alignment with budget
- Ensure and document routine maintenance and upkeep of all facilities and grounds equipment; ensure staff and volunteers utilize equipment properly, providing for a safe working environment and the safety of equipment
- Effectively interact with guests, management, employees, vendors and regulatory agencies
- Participate in interviewing and hiring of maintenance and grounds staff in coordination with the Executive Director; lead employee training; monitor performance and resolve issues
- Ensure site security by securing buildings and property, working with law enforcement personnel, and establishing and implementing monitoring procedures
- Develop and implement inclement weather or natural disaster plans. This includes snow and ice removal, tornado or flood occurrences
- Primary maintenance person during the “off-season,” providing plumbing, carpentry, painting and mechanical services. Technical skills beyond the scope of expertise, such as complex plumbing, electrical or HVAC work, may be completed by outside vendors
- Assist with event set ups, as needed
- Responsible for all other duties that may be assigned
Required Competencies/Skills
- A commitment to Community of Christ, guest groups and Lake Doniphan missions, philosophies and values
- A solid understanding of facilities and grounds maintenance procedures and best practices; knowledge of quality standards
- Ability to develop budgets and control expenses; ability to create, comprehend and interpret a variety of analytical reports
- Progressive facilities and grounds management experience, including organizational and follow-through skills with attention to detail
- Ability to establish and monitor a team-oriented environment, to provide staff leadership to fulfill organizational goals and objectives, to adequately train and delegate responsibilities to staff
- Excellent communication skills: verbal, written and listening; providing proactive and front-line communication with guests
- Daily access to dependable transportation, valid driver’s license and insurance required; ability to lift 50 lbs.
- Understanding of the camping and hospitality industries
Desired Competencies/Skills
- Proficiency with the Internet, Microsoft Office, and ability to quickly learn other software
Supervisory Responsibility
Yes
Other Duties
Please note that this job description in not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned when necessary.
Required Trainings
Registered Youth Worker/Anti-harassment Training: New employees are required to be a registered youth worker with Community of Christ or be able to register within 30 days of hire date. Anti-harassment training is also required within 30 days of hire and then required annually.
Ministerial Status
No
Overtime Status
Non-exempt
Application Instructions
Please send a letter of interest and resume to Carina Wilson.