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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 Ch​rist 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:
Mission & Methods:

• Lead the community to ensure the health, safety and security of all guests and staff at camp (physically, emotionally and spiritually) as the Mission, Vision, Values and Methods of Young Life are implemented at camp.

Spiritual Formation: Intentionally provide opportunities for staff to grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus.

• Demonstrate a deep relationship with Jesus, commitment to spiritual formation and understanding of their personal ministry to others.
• With support from supervisor, develop an annual personal spiritual growth plan utilizing the Individual Development Plan for yourself and ensure that all staff are developing an annual spiritual growth plan.
• Foster an environment where camp staff have opportunities for ongoing spiritual development, including execution of their personal spiritual growth plan.
• Call staff and volunteers to the common vision for individuals to encounter Jesus and know the truth of God’s love for them.
• Attentive Hospitality: Equip servant leaders who anticipate and respond to the needs of our guests, staff and vendors, through Christ-like service.
• Establish a culture of service and facility preparation that anticipates guest needs and responds with professionalism through intentional decisions and systems.
• Demonstrate an understanding of hospitality as an essential role of the entire camp staff.
• Partner with camp directors and assignment teams in order to produce a successful camping program.

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.
• Ensure camp staff demonstrate the importance of their interpersonal relationships with guests, staff, vendors and neighbors and promote a healthy community.
• Effectively lead department supervisors.
• Build and equip a team that reflect the world wide body of Christ.
• Collaborate with the field senior vice president, camping coordinator, regional directors and area staff on all matters involving use of the camp as an environment where the Gospel is proclaimed.
• Partner with the camping committee in order to hear and appropriately respond to the concerns and desires of the Young Life staff they represent.
• Participate with divisional leadership, national leadership and peers in training events and opportunities.

Comprehensive Stewardship: Manage with integrity the finances, people, buildings and equipment that have been entrusted to our ministry.

• Manage comprehensive stewardship in partnership with Camping Services.
• Ensure staff are being developed and equipped to participate in comprehensive stewardship of our ministry.
• Responsible for revenues and expenditures in alignment with camping department’s financial policies and procedures.
• Execute the camp’s business planning cycle with guidance from the camping coordinator.
• Partner with mission leadership to determine fundraising priorities and funds for the further capital development of the camp. This includes the cultivation and maintenance of donor relationships in collaboration with Young Life’s development team.

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.
• Foster camp staff participation in the Individual Development Plan process as well as other training and development opportunities.
• Identify and develop staff suitable for additional leadership opportunities.
• Intentionally pursue opportunities in mission leadership, personal growth, and development.
• Execute the recruitment, hiring and onboarding process for building a diverse and qualified team.
• Ensure completion and documentation of annual performance evaluations and salary reviews with all staff.

Embracing Excellence: Standing on the platform of national standards and metrics we gladly prepare an environment that glorifies Jesus Christ.

• Ensure camp planning and operations are consistent with the National Board and Camping departnt policies and within the standards and metrics required for excellence.
• As an agent of Young Life, ensure compliance with governmental agencies whose jurisdiction effect camp operations.
• Cast vison and set the pace for a healthy attitude and commitment to continuous improvement of the camp environment.
• Ensure the creation of distraction-free environments that represent the multi-faceted love of God through the quality of facilities and the camp experience.

Training Expectations:

• Ability and willingness to travel at least 3 times a year.

Education:

• A Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, is required.

Qualifications and Experience Required For The Job:

• Young Life previous experience preferred.
• 3-5 years of general management and supervisory experience.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge and effective involvement in ministry.
• Has proven leadership and relationship skills required to build a high-performing trusting team, communicate effectively, delegate responsibility and offer accountability.
• Demonstrate operational disciplines including prioritizing, analyzing data, and developing and executing systems.

Job Specific Working Conditions:

Saranac Village is looking for a relationally minded and spiritually mature leader to join our team in the Camp Manager role. As the Camp Manager, you will lead the camp staff team as we seek to create environments where every guest, staff, and volunteer encounters Jesus Christ.

Saranac Village has a long legacy as one of Young Life’s premier camps, serving nearly 5,000 guests per year. Located in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains in upstate NY and overlooking beautiful Upper Saranac Lake, the community has an excellent small-town feel and plenty of opportunities for local involvement. The Camp Manager is responsible for ensuring the finest possible platform for the presentation of the Gospel and creating an organizational culture where all camp staff are supported and equipped in providing excellent camping experiences.

This position is a full-time, salaried position with benefits and acts as a servant-leader and team builder of 16 staff and 175+ volunteers and summer interns. The Camp Manager has spiritual leadership responsibility to focus staff on our purpose in Christ and our mission in Young Life. They act as a liaison between the camp, field staff and development staff. This role is responsible for stewarding all aspects of the $3M operating budget and reports to the Eastern Camping Coordinator.

Note: The anticipated salary for this position can range from $73,900-$100,990 depending on relevant education, experience, and location.

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.