Program Manager – Camp OBR Facilities

Must apply on OBR's website: https://operationbbqrelief.org/careers/
Work Location: This person must be located, or be willing to relocate, within 45 miles of Camp OBR (Lincoln, MO).

Job Title: Program Manager – Camp OBR Facilities                                                                    
Position Status: Full Time                                                                                                                
Classification: Exempt              
Department: Programs
Reports to: Director of Camp OBR         
Supervises: Camp Volunteers   
Date: February 2026    

Work Schedule: The typical work week is forty (40) hours. During periods of high activity (i.e., during OBR deployments and events), the position may require working during evenings and weekends. This position requires travel. Throughout the year, you can be required to travel for up to 14 consecutive days. Travel is a mandatory requirement of having this position.

About Camp OBR™
Nestled on 190 acres at Missouri’s picturesque Lake of the Ozarks, Camp OBR™ is a tranquil retreat designed to provide military, veteran, and first responder communities and their families—including our Gold Star families—with a place to reconnect, find solace, and build lasting memories. Through private funding and partnerships, Camp OBR is offered at no cost to participants.
 
Camp OBR Programming Focus:

• Culinary Therapy: Hands-on experiences with world-class chefs to foster connection and healing through the joy of food.
• Outdoor Adventures: Hiking, fishing, ATV rides, skeet shooting, and water sports.
• Mental Health & Well-being: Experiences designed to support emotional health, build resilience, and foster community.

Position Summary: The Program Manager – Camp OBR Facilities position (referred to as “The Program Manager” moving forward) acts as Camp OBR’s (referred to as the “Camp” moving forward) facilities superintendent, primary point of contact regarding the general physical operation of the Camp and ambassador and representative for the Camp and Operation BBQ Relief. Major responsibilities of The Program Manager are to provide a clean, attractive, and safe environment for all users of Camp OBR. The Program Manager is responsible for following, implementing, and overseeing all policies and operating procedures at the Camp. In addition to the day-to-day operation of this Camp, the Program Manager will be responsible for overseeing and fulfilling logistical responsibilities when the Camp is in session.
 
Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Integrate all aspects of the OBR way into day-to-day operations, mentoring and developing the department on the OBR Way.
• Potential to supervise up to 3 personnel as a Manager.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and train new staff as needed.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
• Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations for personnel assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Efficiently and orderly operate the Camp to keep it neat and attractive providing year-round maintenance, restoration, rehabilitation, sanitation, cleaning, supervision of all operational activities, keeping the Camp neat and attractive.
• Responsible for Camp user orientation and site supervision, and education of Camp attendees, establishing good relations with all Camp users.
• Promote the use of the Camp whenever appropriate, always being a good ambassador and representative for the Camp and Operation BBQ Relief.
• Identify local groups/organizations throughout the year and speak at their meetings to bring awareness to Camp OBR.
• Ensure on-site events are done “The OBR Way” in compliance with Operation BBQ Relief policies, procedures, expectations, standards and Corporate Culture.
• Responsible for the set-up, operation, and break down of events at the Camp, ensuring all educational facilities are maintained, prepared, and ready for utilization no less than 48 hours prior to any event starting.
• Maintain records and inventories of Camp equipment and supplies, identifying equipment and supplies needing to be replaced or repaired & ordering supplies as needed
• Identify health, fire and safety hazards; inform leadership and the proper authorities of such hazards and take necessary remedial actions immediately.
• Provide general upkeep and maintenance of all dwellings, buildings, and structures.
• Work in unison with supervisor to manage and assign duties as necessary for the camp host volunteer staying on site.
• Create and document OBR Cleaning & Maintenance Standards for the Camp.
• Keep all buildings and furnishings safe, clean and in good repair. Emphasis will be placed on:
  • Toilets, urinals, and shower areas
  • Floors, walls, windows, and doors
  • Light fixtures
  • Walkways and porches
  • Kitchen and dining hall
  • Minor electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs will be performed as needed.
• Keep all equipment, clean and in good working condition, properly stored, and used only for the intended purposes.
• Maintain the grounds by keeping grass neatly mowed and trimmed, removing trash and any downed trees and branches.
• Practice energy conservation for the residence and the Camp facilities.
• Ensure all facilities are properly winterized, and operable for Camp opening each Spring.
• Winterize and inspect the camp after any major weather event.
• Use off-peak times for general maintenance, brush clearing and other duties that are not otherwise performed while the Camp is in use.
• Walk through each facility at least weekly to make sure everything is operational and there is no damage even during the winter months.
• Responsible for the Camp security by keeping all buildings and entrances appropriately locked, observing the grounds during scheduled activities, identifying trespassers, and notifying proper authorities as necessary.
• Cooperate and assist with OBR volunteers at the Camp for OBR volunteer activities.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive Maintenance Plan with audit-ready logs for facilities, on-site systems, vehicle fleets, and general facility upkeep.
• Maintain a log of tasks for facilities improvement which can be used to coordinate service projects, volunteer events or be completed in off-peak times.
• Coordinate with and manage relationships with facility vendors, tracking expenses to ensure accuracy in the development of the physical operations budget.
• Coordinate, collaborate, and work with various Operation BBQ Relief departments including, but not limited to, Culinary, Programs, Marketing, Technology, Volunteers, and Operations.
• Communicate directly with Culinary and Programs for educational content, to ensure that educational content is consistent across the OBR enterprise.
• Complete administrative tasks including, but not limited to, expense submissions, paperwork, forms, company-assigned trainings, and document reviews.
• Work with supervisor to complete employee performance reviews as assigned.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent driving capability to include forklifts, Box Trucks, Trucks and Trailer systems, must be able to “back-up” a trailer system.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and goals.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to make decisions and use critical thinking skills in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in hands-on instruction of small to medium groups
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams.
• Proficient in Google Office Suite.

Language Ability:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Math Ability:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, internet browsers, web-based programs, and email.

Education/Experience:

• Required: High school degree or equivalent and minimum 5,000 hours of hands-on experience
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree and 7,500 hours of hands-on experience

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. As this job requires physical strength and the ability to clean, fix, restore, and otherwise engage in physical labor, a candidate should be able to lift at least 50 pounds and use power, and other, tools safely. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis in accordance with business needs.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Work Environment:
The work environment is both rewarding and dynamic. This position will spend most of their time at the Camp OBR facility. Employment related travel is in accordance with OBR policies and procedures.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

At Will Status:
Operation BBQ Relief retains its rights to employ employees “at will.” Either the employee or Operation BBQ Relief may terminate the relationship at any time. This written job description should not be considered an employment contract in any respect. Your employment is at will.