Challenge Course and Basecamp Assistant Manager

AMB Group, LLC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Assistant Manager Challenge Course and Basecamp About the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation: A renowned entrepreneur and co-founder of The Home Depot, Arthur M. Blank is now recognized for his values-based Blank Family of Businesses (BFOB) and as one of America’s leading philanthropists through the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation. All his industry-leading businesses, including the foundation, operate on six core values: Put People First, Listen and Respond, Include Everyone, Innovate Continuously, Lead by Example and Give Back to Others. After over 30 years and over $1 billion in giving, the foundation has committed to significantly escalating the impact of its philanthropy over the next 10+ years. The foundation works across various programmatic areas, including Youth Development, Democracy, Environment, Atlanta’s Westside, and Mental Health and Well Being. The foundation also manages a large portfolio of founder-led initiatives, supporting the causes, institutions and relationships our founder holds dear including programs lead on AMB West ranches in Montana. About the Founder Initiatives work and team: The foundation oversees a large portfolio of Founder Initiatives projects, programs, and grants. These efforts include West Creek Ranch, AMB West Basecamp and AMB West Challenge Course programming in Montana where this role is based. This position will support Montana Programs as part of the Founder Initiatives team, reporting to the Challenge Course and Basecamp Manager. As a key member of the foundation team, the Challenge Course and Basecamp Assistant Manager will assist in oversight, management and maintenance of operations at AMB West Challenge Course and Basecamp. The primary role of this position is facilitation of Challenge Course activities. Assistant Manager will plan and deliver activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate to participants of all ages and abilities. The role will also support the property management at Basecamp facility use, which includes the orientation and oversight of user groups along with the general maintenance of grounds and buildings. The schedule is full-time, seasonal, and up to 50 hours/week, with varying work weeks starting at the end of April through October. Weekend and overnight availability of up to three nights per week to be on call is necessary, with long days expected, especially throughout June, July and August. Housing is available.

Requirements

A strong desire to contribute to the mission of the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation.
High attention to detail with the ability to act independently and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Prior challenge course facilitation experience required
Excellent leadership and facilitation skills required
Ability to design curriculum to specific groups needs
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences.
Working collaboratively with individuals and teams at all levels of the organization, as well as the general public.
Strong organizational skills and great attention to detail
Able to assess and diffuse difficult situations and work effectively under pressure to deliver results in a fast-paced environment
Experience working with all ages, from youth to executive leadership teams
Comfortable using computer including Microsoft Office applications and general office equipment
Subject to criminal and motor vehicle background check
Be in excellent physical health with the ability to handle physical aspects of operating equipment, climbing to height, conducting safety rescues and inspections, assisting participants and ability to stand, sit, walk, lift heavy equipment, etc. up to 8 hours/shift
Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekdays, weekends, holidays and nights with flexibility that may require significant work early or late in the day, including being on-site and available to clients up to 3 nights/week.
Minimum 100 days of facilitation experience
Minimum 5 recorded training days on high and/ low elements, technical skills, or facilitation
High school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Level 1 or 2 challenge course practitioner preferred, training may be provided
Current certifications in First Aid and CPR, Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid preferred.
Handyperson, property management experience preferred

Responsibilities

Follow standard and local operating procedures for all aspects of the Challenge Course
Provide peer mentorship for advancing Challenge Course facilitators as appropriate
Know and follow emergency response procedures with the ability to lead response in an emergency situation
Assist in oversight of equipment use, maintain accurate inventories, and resupply
Inspection, maintenance and upkeep of the challenge course, grounds, equipment and facilities
Identify and report potential risks/ hazards related to the operation
Ensure first aid equipment is available and in good repair
Assist in the set-up and implementation of other activities assigned
Assist in maintenance and oversight of Basecamp property grounds and buildings
Provide oversite of maintenance or landscaping
Assist with realignment and re-tasking of Basecamp facilities to best meet nonprofit use
Maintain communication and support for Basecamp user groups while they are on-site, ensuring a high-quality experience
Lead debriefs and work with other staff to create a safe, fun and enjoyable workplace
Document usage of facilities in accordance with established Local Operating Procedures
Work independently on turnover of Basecamp facilities in between guest groups. Clean buildings, launder bedding, and more.