Now Hiring - Girl Scouts of the United States of America - Property Specialist in Carnation, WA

Full description of the position

Exciting opportunity to join our property management team! As a Property Specialist, you will assist in the maintenance of property, facilities, and equipment, and in maintaining the safety and security of Camp River Ranch while also providing facilitated group activities such as climbing wall, boating, and archery. This position is primarily a Thursday- Monday work schedule.

This is a regular, full-time position offering a competitive benefits package including employer-paid medical, dental, life/AD&D and LTD available for employees. Coverage for dependents includes a significant employer contribution. A 403(b)-retirement plan with discretionary match voluntary benefits that include vision insurance and a flexible spending account.

The generous paid leave includes two weeks of vacation to start and sick leave. There are 12 paid holidays, including nearly two weeks of paid leave through the Christmas holidays! The organization also actively supports personal and professional development and volunteerism with paid time off for those opportunities. The starting salary range is from $21.00 - $24.50/hour. Residency in Washington state is required.

Requirements

Essential Functions:

• Assist in maintaining camp property, facilities, and equipment in accordance with health and safety regulations, Girl Scout and American Camp Association standards, and the established maintenance plan.

• A willingness to work a Thursday- Monday schedule and provide on-call support as requested.

• Support site hosting activities, including group check-in and checkout as well as on-call maintenance support as requested.

• Assist in the site hosting duties as necessary such as cleaning and preparing units for rental groups, responding to guests' maintenance needs, checking in and out of units, and providing coverage in the absence of the Property Operations Coordinator.

• Assist in implementing capital and major maintenance projects.

• Maintain a log of maintenance activities and other records as directed.

• Work with camp users, staff, and volunteers in providing camp services including checking guests in and out of camp, sanitizing facilities, and providing general assistance.

• Contribute to a positive image for Girl Scouting by maintaining positive public and interpersonal relations with visitors, guests, staff, volunteers, businesses, governmental agencies, and the local community.

• Assist and collaborate in a positive manner with staff and volunteers engaged in work parties or other volunteer maintenance work.

• Provide onsite, backup maintenance and security support to designated staff, such as the Site Manager and Camp Program Staff.

• In addition to the above, performs other duties as assigned.

What do you bring to the table:

• Must be self-starter able to work with a team as well as solo with minimal supervision

Education Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent

Experience Required:

• Three or more years of related experience in trade skills including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, vehicle, and equipment maintenance and operation

• Experience working with youth in a camp environment

• Strong swimming skills to rescue distressed participants

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• The ability to work independently

• Willingness to be trained and certified to facilitate Girl Scout camp activities Strong interpersonal skills to ensure effective interaction with individuals at all levels and backgrounds

• Availability to work varied hours including some nights and weekends as necessary

• Basic Outlook, Word, and Excel skills preferred in MS O365

• Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines, work independently, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality

• Willingness to demonstrate a commitment to support and enhance the diversity and cultural and global awareness of girls and staff

• Valid Washington State drivers license, proof of insurance, and the ability to fulfill travel requirements in a timely manner throughout Western Washington

• Satisfactory results from criminal background search

• Commitment to the Girl Scout mission and willingness to maintain Girl Scout membership.

Special Working Conditions:

• Operate power tools and equipment including chainsaws, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, and shop tools

• Work on ladders and roofs of various heights

• Operate tractors, lawnmowers, and boats

• Work in cramped spaces

• Year-round outdoor work

• Lift objects up to 50 lbs

• Physical stamina to work throughout camp, including rough terrain and extensive hills

• Work safely with paints, sealers, solvents, etc.

• Work safely with camp equipment including but not limited to chainsaws, ladders, tractors, golf carts, camp vehicles, pressure washers, lawn mowers, weed eaters, hedge trimmers

• Serve guests of GSWW camps

About Girl Scouts of Western Washington

In addition to our headquarters, we operate field offices located in Bremerton, Everett, and Longview as well as seven camp properties: Camp Lyle Mcleod and Camp St. Albans near Belfair, Camp Robbinswold on the Hood Canal, Camp Evergreen near Longview, Camp Klahanee near Hoquiam and Camp River Ranch, near Carnation, and Camp Towhee in Sumas.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Every weekend

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Carnation, WA 98014: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person