Assistant Manager - Corman Harriman Outdoor Center
About The Position
Calling all outdoor enthusiasts! Join the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) in our mission to protect the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic Appalachian region, ongoing since 1876. Our values encompass diversity, inclusivity, trust, and respect for the environment. As an employee, you will gain access to enriching programs, policies, and procedures that enable you to drive real change. If you are ready to explore, protect, and create memories within a dynamic community, apply now to be a part of the AMC team! The Corman Harriman Outdoor Center is an ideal destination for anyone looking for hiking, paddling, and camping opportunities in the heart of Harriman State Park at Breakneck Pond. Harriman State Park, New York's second largest park, is located 30 miles from Manhattan and accessible by public transportation. The Harriman Outdoor Center Assistant Manager reports to and works closely with the Camp Manager and assists in all aspects of facility operation in Haverstraw, NY. They will be a supervisor of seasonal staff, will set and monitor daily objectives, and conduct regular performance evaluations. In the absence of the Camp Manager, the Assistant Manager is responsible for all daily operations and is expected to maintain hospitality, meal service standards, and the overall camp management. This full-time seasonal position is based at the Appalachian Mountain Club’s (AMC) Corman Harriman Outdoor Center (CHOC) in Haverstraw, NY.
Requirements
- A college degree is preferred; Equivalent outdoor education, program and facility management training and experience may be substituted for the college degree.
- Prior food service experience and management required.
- Self-motivated, ability to work effectively with little supervision.
- Ability to effectively lead a team.
- Maintain and foster relationships with park employees and neighboring camps.
- Success in performing a variety of duties with careful attention to detail.
- Ability to work long or abnormal shifts.
- Ability to keep records well organized and work within a budget.
- Must be able to successfully complete the ServSafe Manager course.
- Must be able to obtain DOT physical to operate shuttle.
- Driver’s license and clean driving record required
- Physical abilities needed: Ability to operate standard office computers and machines, plus maintenance equipment. Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds at the Lodge and in the backcountry. Ability to travel safely in the backcountry in all weather conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Prior housekeeping and maintenance experience and management preferred.
- Experience in Management, finances, retail and/or hospitality helpful.
- Knowledge of basic outdoor conservation and management and local trails/Harriman State Park is helpful.
Responsibilities
- Act as primary facility decision maker and supervisor of staff in the absence of the Manager.
- Primary supervisor for Housekeeping and Dining Room Specialist.
- Ensure cleanliness and attractiveness of cabins by conducting daily cabin inspections.
- Conduct regular maintenance inspections of buildings/grounds and work with manager to develop weekly objectives for maintenance staff.
- Manage waterfront and boating operations.
- Supervise camp shuttle drivers and vehicle maintenance logs to ensure guests’ safety.
- Conduct Onboarding/HR paperwork and in-depth camp training with staff.
- Monitor reservation reports daily and check for changes. Regulate housekeeping based on reservation report and other daily activities.
- Assist manager with clerical duties including obtaining, scanning, and organizing staff, guest, and camp paperwork.
- Oversee safety and risk management processes and procedures and ensure enforcement.
- Conduct weekly reporting of guest statistics.
- Assist manager with clerical duties including obtaining, scanning, and organizing staff, guest, and camp paperwork.
- Oversee safety and risk management processes and procedures and ensure enforcement.
- Conduct weekly reporting of guest statistics and compile weekly bank deposits
- Oversee housekeeping and kitchen inventory
- Oversee daily restocking of retail store.
Benefits
- Room & Board: Free Dorm-style room - meals included, too!
- Insurance: Available with positions that are 6 months or longer and when working greater than 30 hours per week
- Retirement: Voluntary 403(b) Contribution
- Paid Time Off: earn up to 10 days of paid earned time depending on length of service
- Other Team Member Perks:
- 30% discount on AMC Merchandise
- Free Annual AMC Membership
- 4 Free nights at AMC locations
- Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
