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Job Description: Assistant Manager
Three Mile Island Camp is a rustic retreat owned by the Appalachian Mountain Club. For over 100 years the camp has provided guests with an opportunity to leave hectic, technology dependent lives for a vacation in natural surroundings. The camp is a 43-acre island located on New Hampshire’s Lake Winnipesaukee and is frequented by families, couples and individuals who stay one or two weeks in simple, lakeshore cabins or tents. Their days are spent relaxing, swimming, sailing, canoeing, fishing, playing tennis, reading and talking with others. TMI offers limited programming for campers. The facilities include: a main lodge; dock area; 51 lakeshore cabins and tents; outhouses and other buildings; boats and recreational equipment; and woods and walking paths. Three family-style meals are served daily. The camp is supported by a dedicated volunteer committee that provides management and operational oversight.
Position Summary
The Assistant Manager is responsible for helping with many aspects of operations of the TMI Camp during the 10-week summer season, from mid-June to late August, and has some administrative responsibilities during the rest of the year. The Manager is hired by the TMI Committee with the approval of the AMC President (or his/her designee) and reports to the TMI Committee through the Committee Chair. The Assistant Manager is hired by the Manager, with approval from the TMI Committee, and reports directly to the Manager. The Assistant Manager will also be in regular communication with AMC staff for issues including, but not limited to, human resources, payroll and accounting.
Specifically, the Assistant Manager will:
Assist in serving as host for approximately 90 campers per week, ensuring their safety, comfort and enjoyment. Supervise and mentor an 18 person crew consisting of employees ages 18-21. Assist in overseeing the finance, food service and maintenance operations of the island. With the Manager, be responsible for the smooth operation of all aspects of the camp.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and/or experience:
- Experience working with young adults promoting a positive environment, including a strong work ethic and cooperative spirit.
- Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication abilities.
- Solid management experience including personnel management.
- General computer competency.
- Experience in financial operations.
- Organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with and meet the needs of campers.
- Experience with boats, building maintenance, and/or food service is desirable.
- Experience and interest in making decisions with consideration for environmental sustainability.
- Ability to drive/learn to drive boats and pass New Hampshire Commercial Boat License test.
Summer Season Responsibilities (June 17 - August 27)
- Assist in managing the overall operation of the island during the 10-week summer season.
- Promote a positive camper experience without creating a resort hotel environment. This includes the ability to create an environment in which campers can relax, recreate and commune with nature and each other. Maintain the island tradition of simplicity and living close to nature.
- Provide for the safety and comfort of campers.
- Collaborate daily with other staff.
- Provide sound fiscal management of camp operations by maintaining the checking account and paying bills.
- Keep accurate accounts, reports and records.
Off-Season/Pre-Season Responsibilities
- Maintain the checking account and pay off-season bills.
- Prepare and submit TMI financial records for AMC audit.
- Participate in fall, winter and spring TMI Committee meetings.
- Supervise inventory ordering and stocking of the camp store.
- Assist Committee Treasurer in preparing financial reports.
- Communicate with Committee members and Manager to prepare for the summer season.
Reporting Structure
The Assistant Manager reports to the Manager. The Cook, Baker, Maintenance Manager, Island Educator and crewmembers report to the Assistant Manager and the Manager.
Job Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Lakeshore cabin with dock and porch
- Beautiful location
- Rustic lifestyle
- Membership in the Appalachian Mountain Club
- Two days off per camper week