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River Point is located on a
private wilderness peninsula bordered by Birch Lake and the South Kawishiwi
River with direct water access to the BWCA and just a 10 minute drive from
downtown Ely, Minnesota. Our wilderness setting is rewarding for those seeking
to work in the great outdoors.
At River Point we are
proud of the high quality of service provided to our guests, and a
professional and customer-friendly atmosphere is very evident at our
facility. Prospective employees must be customer-focused, friendly,
helpful, and positive. Supporting and working with co-workers in a "team
approach" is important and vital to the guest's overall enjoyment of
their "North Woods" vacation.
Our "Season" typically
runs from May 1 through October 15th. Staff is also needed to assist
with the "opening-up" and the "shut-down" of the facility in late
April/early May and mid to late October. Peak times are from mid-June to
mid-August. You will need to know your available start date and ending
date of employment when you submit an Application for Employment.
Employment
Positions:
Currently hiring these
seasonal full-time positions for River Point Outfitting Co. (canoe trip
headquarters), and for the River Point Resort facility:
1. Canoe Outfitting
Staff & Resort Facilities Maintenance Staff
2. Houskeeping Staff,
Wildwood Lodge/Wolf Den Gift Shop Staff, Gardening Staff
3. Office Staff
4. Naturalist Program
Staff (lead nature-type activities and programs for children, age 4-12,
teens, and families)
Between the two
businesses, River Point employs from 12-14 team members who come from
all over the US. Staff are seasonal full-time team members who work
approximately 35-48 hours per week.
We all work together,
and a positive attitude and flexibility are important aspects of what we
require in an employee. You will receive cross training for most
positions at the River Point operation, and will be expected to help out
where and when it is needed. This will also provide you with variety in
your daily routine regarding the tasks you will perform. We look for
versatility in our employees and build upon the strengths of each
person.
Application Process:
1. Interested
applicants should send a brief memo of introduction and a request for an
Application via e-mail to
info@elyoutfitters.com or
info@riverpointresort.com. Please include your US mailing address in
this memo. Upon our receipt of your request, an Application for
Employment will be sent to you via US mail.
It is important that
you prepare a short resume and have a current photo available to submit
with your Application.
2. Applications are
processed as they are received. A subsequent personal and/or phone
interview will be scheduled upon receipt of the Application for
Employment.
3. If you are in Ely,
please call to set up an appointment to receive an Application for
Employment and for a personal interview.
Housing:
Complimentary housing
is provided for full-time seasonal employees either on-site or in Ely.
On-site housing is smoke-free. Comfortable, clean, accommodations are
usually shared with another employee(s). We also provide single unit
accommodations on a limited basis. Accommodation includes full or
semi-full kitchen, bath, bedroom/living area. Patio or deck outside for
grilling and enjoyment. The complimentary housing is a huge Perk of
employment at River Point.
Transportation:
It is advisable that
River Point employees have their own vehicle, as Ely is 8.5 miles away
(black-top highway). Grocery stores, banks, etc. are in Ely. River Point
has its own staff/guest laundry facility. At times, some employees do
not have a private vehicle and secure transportation from other
employees.
Orientation/Training:
The first few days of
your new job will include an in-depth orientation to many facets of what
you will be doing. After the initial orientation process, you will
shadow another employee as part of this on-the-job training for some
time. Learning new aspects of your job will occur very quickly, as it is
our goal to acclimate you to your surroundings and responsibilities as
rapidly as possible.
Uniforms/Dress Code:
Each employee is
provided with one River Point Resort & Outfitting Co. staff shirt.
Additional shirts, and caps, may be purchased at a discounted price from
a huge selection at River Point's Wolf Den Gift Shop. The River Point
shirt must be clean, neat and worn when on-duty. Jeans, shorts, pants,
slacks in the colors of khaki, dark green, tan, brown, navy, shades of
blue, white, beige, black are preferred. Employee may be expected to
wear staff pants/shorts. Clothing must be clean, neat, without tears,
holes, ragged edges, etc. River Point is a service business. Thus, it is
expected that employees are well-groomed, clean, and dressed neatly.
Perks:
Working and playing in
the wonderful beauty of the great outdoors of northern Minnesota with
direct paddle access to the BWCA. Fabulous clean air, granite cliffs,
hiking the River Point "Trail of Reflections", taking a sauna, fishing,
swimming, mountain biking, and just plain having a great time!
FREE housing
FREE use of
waterfront equipment (canoes, kayaks, 16' boats, 9.9 and 15 hp
motors)
FREE bait for
employees who love fishing
Benefit of working in a
close-knit team atmosphere with other employees who have similar
interests.
Employee discount on
clothing and gift items from the Wolf Den Gift Shop. Great shopping for
Mother's and Father's Day and birthday gifts, and just "for fun."
If you would like to
spend your spring, summer, and early fall in the awesome beauty of the
North Woods of Minnesota, then employment at River Point may be for you!
Thank you for your
interest in joining the River Point Team!
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