Camp Tilikum is looking for a Challenge Course Manager and Maintenance Assistant.

In brief…

This is a year-round part time position that averages about 24 hours a week. Approximately 16 hours a week with the Challenge Course and 8 hours a week in maintenance. This person reports to the Executive Director and Maintenance Director depending on the task. Administrative Challenge Course is an hourly wage of $15, Facilitator is $25 and Maintenance is $15.

The work is physical, with lots of walking, standing, climbing steps, and carrying.

Position description

Coordinate challenge course groups:

• Marketing to and recruiting challenge course groups
• Scheduling of the group & facilitators—often around other groups on the grounds
• Collect/file the appropriate paperwork for each group
• Create (or help another facilitator create) a program specific to the group goals
• Follow up with group leaders for payment, evaluations and rebooking

Manage 10-15 facilitators:

• Keep facilitators up to date on their ACCT certifications, create ongoing training opportunities
• Hire new facilitators when needed

Recreation Coordination:

• Manage the physical structures and equipment for the Big Swing and Little Zip.
• Collaborate with the Guest Services Director and Family Weekends Coordinator to plan appropriate recreation options for guests.
• Schedule staffing for recreation shifts—will require coordination with the Program Director

Tilikum Adventure Program Staff:

• Check in with Adventure Program Onsite Director regarding scheduling and expectations around the use of the challenge course space and equipment
• Hold TAP Onsite accountable to challenge course policies and turning in Pre-Use Inspection Forms

Stewardship of the physical Challenge Course Space:

•  Create & update a master plan of the challenge course (new elements to build, new group areas, etc.)
• Daily, Quarterly, Yearly inspections coordinated and conducted
• Maintain equipment and grounds of the challenge course (clearing trails, poison oak, etc)

Maintenance Assistant:

• Help the Maintenance Director with maintenance tasks depending on expertise.
• Mowing lawns, tractor work, painting, leaves, etc.
• Various other duties

Administrative Team:

• Attend and participate in weekly Staff Meetings
• Attend and help with major events like Friends of Tilikum Day, Potlatch, and Trail Run
• Attend and participate in yearly Administrative Team retreat
• Attend Christian Camp and Conference Association regional

Interested? Here’s how to apply.

Interested candidates must complete an online application.

After completing your online application, email a letter of interest to Dennis Littlefield/Executive Director.

Contact

For more information about employment opportunities at Camp Tilikum, email Dennis Littlefield/Executive Director, or call Dennis at (503) 538-2763, ext. 103.