Housekeeper Retail Specialist: Trail West Lodge

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Because of Young Life’s exclusive Christian purposes of evangelism and discipleship as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation and in these Bylaws, and to reflect what has always been and will continue to be the position of Young Life, specifically the Christian belief that each and every employee and volunteer of the corporation should minister as a servant of God with the primary responsibility of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and, as such, is an integral part of the Christian mission and ministry of the corporation, Young Life shall only employ individuals or enlist volunteer leaders who: (a) profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord; and (b) subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith. Therefore, employees and volunteers of Young Life, during working and nonworking hours, shall: (i) be ready, willing and able to fulfill such ministry functions as may be required by the organization; (ii) refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life, and (iii) abide by all policies and practices of Young Life including, without limitation, those related to religious belief or ministry activities. All camps share a common purpose: creating an environment where Young Life staff bring Christ to life by creatively presenting the complete gospel of Jesus Christ. Speaking clearly from the Scriptures, camp speakers introduce kids to the person of Christ, the nature of humanity, the work of Christ on the cross, the hope of the resurrection and the opportunity for reconciliation with God. Young Life requires all employees to sign a Statement of Faith. We recommend you read this statement before applying for any position. Essential Duties: Spiritual Formation: Intentionally provide opportunities for staff to grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus. Participate in opportunities for growing deeper in your relationship with Jesus With direction from supervisor, develop an annual personal spiritual growth plan. Support a culture that honors the ministry of housekeeping. Interpersonal Relationships: Help build relationships that reflect the character of God with guests, staff, vendors and neighbors to foster healthy community. Build relationships that reflect the character of God with guests, staff, vendors and neighbors to foster healthy community. Maintain healthy communication while working with other departments at camp Support the Assigned Team and families to help them with ministry goals while at camp. Attentive Hospitality: Equip servant leaders who anticipate and respond to the needs of our guests, staff and vendors, through Christ-like service. Demonstrate a posture of service that anticipates guest needs and responds with professionalism through intentional decisions and systems. Ensure that all guests and other departments on camp are shown care and hospitality from the Housekeeping department. Support and execute efficient systems that prepare spaces for guests’ arrival, facilitate safe environments, and respond to situational needs. Execute Laundry systems to serve Work Crew, Summer Staff, and campers. Comprehensive Stewardship: Manage with integrity the finances, people, buildings and equipment that have been entrusted to our ministry. Manage with integrity the finances, people, buildings and equipment that have been entrusted to our ministry through the support and execution of systems in place. Equip interns and volunteers to participate in comprehensive stewardship of the housekeeping department. Utilize the LINK to schedule DIN, routine tasks, and preventative maintenance Demonstrate proficiency of camp cleaning policies and procedures for school and summer seasons. Operate laundry systems responsibly and maintain care of laundry machines. Talent Development: Through a consistent and accountable evaluation process, we identify and provide opportunities for staff in continuing education, leadership development, career-pathing and cross-training. Demonstrate a desire to grow through engagement in the Individual Development Plan process and participation in training and development opportunities. Assist in training and supervising interns and volunteers. Embracing Excellence: Standing on the platform of national standards and metrics we gladly prepare an environment that glorifies Jesus Christ. Execute daily responsibilities with attention to the standards and metrics required for excellent camp operations. Recognize inventory levels of all supplies are at levels to meet guest needs. Training Expectations: Participate in Young Life Pace Call trainings. Camp or Job Specific Working Conditions: Hours will include evening and weekend shifts Working conditions will include lifting up to 50lbs, squatting, kneeling and ladder use Participate in camp events which will include outdoor work environments. Proper knowledge and use of cleaning chemicals For camp specific, if applicable, see attached document Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Qualifications and Experience Required For The Job: Demonstrate professionalism in written and verbal communication with guests, vendors, and staff. Demonstrate understanding of Young Life ministry, strategy and mission Job Specific Working Conditions: This role is split between housekeeping and retail duties, with more of a time focus on housekeeping. Housekeeping duties include: School-Season: cleaning chalets & condos, leading housekeeping days with Trail West staff, laundry Winter Season: deep cleans of spaces around camp Summer Season: working with and helping lead work crew in the summer (daily cleaning of rooms & common spaces), helping lead Saturday full-turnover of camp Retail duties include: School-Season: opening & running Goldbrick’s Coffee Shop, opening & running Saddle Up Supply Company Camp Store Winter Season: helping receive inventory & prepping for next season, miscellaneous retail projects Summer Season: leading Retail Merch Trailer at Night at the Ballpark Event We are hoping to add a person to our team who: Has an internal drive for hospitality and working with excellence Has the ability to work independently or with a team Is flexible and able to handle multiple requests at one time Can be a proactive & dynamic problem solver Has a teachable spirit who can learn new tasks & grow Has the ability to accept constructive criticism Can lead peers by example Has a heart to invest and care for others around them Can create a fun and engaging work environment Flexible anticipated start date of March 1, 2026 This position has an anticipated salary of $16.50/hour based on education and relevant experience. This position is eligible for Young Life’s Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). This is a geographically based pay adjustment meant to compensate staff for residing in an area that is more expensive than the national average. In Buena Vista, COLA is at 7%. In addition to the COLA, this position is eligible for a monthly housing stipend. This position is eligible for Young Life benefits. Notes: Young Life is a relational ministry. Staff must be able to convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests and staff. Responding to the unexpected needs of a guest in a prompt and professional manner is important. All staff members are expected to represent Young Life positively and professionally within the community and be able to work with and minister to the volunteer high school and college-age young people who attend our camp. "We the members of the Young Life mission – trustees, staff, instructors at Young Life schools and volunteers – join together in our affirmation of the following articles and our central purpose of proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ and introducing adolescents everywhere to Jesus Christ and helping them grow in their faith."

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