Bambi Lake Retreat and Conference Center – is a Christian camp in Northern Michigan that has a 65-year history of glorifying God by providing a safe and inviting camp, that exists to see lives transformed for Christ.

Our mission is to cultivate (encourages a deeper understanding of the gospel and authentic relationships with people) a nurturing environment for faith in Christ and fellowship with people.

We seek to serve the churches of the Baptist State Convention of Michigan.

Position: Full-time Camp Manager
Salary:  42,000 – 50,000 per year including housing and utilities
Resumes are being accepted at: jobs@bambilake.org

Camp Manager Job Description:

• Basic Function:
  • Serve as the manager of the Bambi Lake Retreat and Conference Center in residence at the camp. The camp manager is responsible for the administration of the camp and for assuring the care, safety and protection of campers.
• Qualifications:
  • Must be 21 years of age
  • Must be a committed Christian, a member of a local church and doctrinally in agreement with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.
  • Must have proven experience and skill in working with church leaders.
  • Possesses a contagious Christian testimony
  • Must have experience in camp settings
• Professional Qualifications:
  • Have administrative/management experience in organized camp or similar program
  • An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
  • Skilled in strategic thinking and planning, budgeting, team building and personal development as an individual.
• Specific Duties:
  • Oversee the total operations of the camp facility including lodging facilities, food services, housekeeping, registration, bookkeeping, maintenance and public relations.
  • Working with the trustees, plan and manage an annual budget.
  • Recruit and manage all salaried, hourly and volunteer personnel.
  • Oversee the scheduling and registration of events and campers.
  • Provide for an “on call” availability for a staff member during camp events
  • Anticipate and strategize with Trustees to meet future needs for upkeep and improvement of camp facilities.
  • Relate to all local, township and state government agencies.
  • Submit all financial, attendance reports and other information/data to the trustees as requested.
• Relationships
  • Responsible directly to the Bambi Lake Board of Trustees
  • Maintain a positive working relationship with the churches and leadership of the Baptist State Convention of Michigan
• Expectations
  • Is an active member of a local Southern Baptist church.
  • Be active in fundraising and work with the Bambi Lake Advancement team
  • Must have a heart for sharing the love of Christ with people of all ages and stages, caring for them as Jesus would.