We are Hiring a Facilities Director
New England Frontier Camp (NEFC) is actively seeking a Facilities Director who has a desire to both work and serve in a Christian Camping atmosphere in Lovell, Maine.
This opportunity requires an individual of high Christian character, sound judgment, and a desire to work with youth and young adults are qualities that are required to be successful in this role.
Candidates must have the ability to lead and manage multiple facility operations.
This is a full time, year-round position, and reports to the NEFC Executive Director. Salary commensurate with experience.
Professional Qualifications:
Direct experience in facilities management including experience with grounds, buildings, support / utility systems, equipment, and vehicles.
Technical understanding of infrastructure systems: plumbing, septic, telephone, electrical, and other misc. utility systems.
Able to operate both large and small equipment related to the broad range of maintenance and project work, such as: tractors, chain saws, lawn mowers, blowers, and other types of equipment.
Personal Qualifications:
This position requires a person who is a born-again Christian. One who is committed to a service ministry, and is willing to work unusual hours at times to fulfill the needs of our guests and/or staff.
Candidates for this role should have a servant’s heart and a willing spirit, essential elements of a service culture.
This role will be an active participant in fulfilling the overall mission of NEFC, which is to provide an environment where the presence of God can be invited into the experience of every guest.
Reflect His love and His sacrifice through heart attitude, countenance, hospitality, and an excellent standard of service.
Personal beliefs should be parallel with the NEFC statement of faith. Candidates should aspire continually to growth in faith, maturity, and selfless service as a reflection of the person and character of Jesus Christ.
Candidate needs to be a trusted professional who will manage and execute mission critical processes, requiring a high level of integrity, character, and sound personal judgment.
Preferred Management Experience:
Jobs designated at this Director level will lead key operational areas at NEFC and will report directly to the Executive Director.
The Facilities Director takes full responsibility for owning and driving the requirements of their operational areas. This includes managing, supervising and participating in facility operations.
Manage and develop the department, embracing God driven change with enthusiasm and the willingness to succeed.
Tenacious problem solver with the will to see tasks completed.
Innovate NEFC facilities towards a constantly improving service level.
Own and drive all key responsibilities and initiatives of your department which include establishing priorities, setting calendars, schedules, and timelines, drive implementation, and coordinate with other leaders, staff, and departments.
Lead employees and co-workers with a commitment to building a high level of competence and leadership.
Schedule and direct employee and volunteer work efforts, consistent with the departmental operating plan.
Maintain a personal work schedule that optimizes your role as a key team leader and is in the best interest of the ministry.
Flexibility in work schedules is key, and often includes weekends and holidays.
Draw upon best practices and utilize professional resources to stay on the cutting edge of service development.
Facility Director Job Responsibilities:
Draft and execute a proactive maintenance plan for all NEFC Assets including buildings, grounds, equipment, infrastructure systems, and vehicles.
Execute plan and work with others to foster building, equipping, advising, and demonstrating where needed.
Maintain specific areas to promote operational integrity and reflect the excellent and orderly nature of our God.
This is a joint venture between the Maintenance Manager of Projects and Infrastructure, and Maintenance Manager of Grounds and Landscaping, and a key responsibility of the Director of Facilities Operations and Projects.
Promote relationships among staff and volunteers that encourage their participation in facility operations.
Lead program participants in activities and/or jobs related to facility operations.
Coordinate with Operational Directors to define and lead group work projects.
Work with volunteer group leaders that are not project related to assist with maintenance and/or housekeeping.
Interface with the Executive Director to prepare and submit the annual Facilities budget.
Work with the Director of NEFC Ministries and the Recreation Manager, taking an advisory role in the maintenance of Recreational equipment and related areas of the facility.
Perform Risk Manager duties, using a “critical eye” towards situations or conditions that might pose a risk of injury to guests and staff.
Maintain, enforce, and create (when necessary) safety protocols with respect to Facilities. (Tools, equipment, vehicles, buildings,etc.)
Develop and adhere to a “Prioritization Grid” to prioritize work to include guest and staff safety, compliance, guest impact, and purpose/mission of NEFC.
Manage and execute mission critical processes in a professional and ethical manner, requiring a high level of integrity, character, and sound personal judgment.
Physical Qualifications:
Lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
Ability to bend, crouch, and crawl as specific tasks dictate.
Work on step and extension ladders.
Work in crawlspaces and attics.
Able to work in varied and inclement weather conditions in all seasons.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: Director@nefc.org