Overview
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Flagstaff, Arizona; minimal remote work is available
Compensation: $50,000 – $62,000
Anticipated Start Date: November 2026
Supervisory Role: For Some Seasonal Staff
Reports To: Expedition Director
POSITION SUMMARY
The Logistics Manager is responsible for ensuring the day-to-day operations of GCY’s warehouse, fleet, and facilities. Duties include managing river operations, the warehouse, vehicles, boat/equipment repair, inventory, expedition food, departing & returning expeditions, etc. The Logistics Manager must demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with employees, youth, parents/guardians, volunteers, vendors, and community collaborators. The Logistics Manager must have strong organization and communication skills.
The Logistics Manager participates in on-call duties during the expedition season and is an integral part of the Operations Team. Some on-expedition time/experience may be necessary to fulfill job responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Logistics (95% of position)
Ensure all expedition equipment is organized, inventoried, and well-maintained for appropriate expedition allocation in accordance with GCY and permitting authorities
Oversee the warehouse to ensure its functions are operating effectively and efficiently
Manage menu templates, order food for group needs, including dietary requirements, and support food packs
Hire and manage warehouse support staff
Support the budgetary process by proposing equipment replacement and expansion purchases and working within budgeted allowances
Have a risk management mindset: be available for week-long 24-hours/day on-call duties when assigned, and supply each expedition with necessary and quality risk management and emergency response tools
Support the management of GCY facilities, including but not limited to: repairs, improvements, snow removal, and landscaping
Manage the GCY fleet, ensuring owned vehicles/trailers are in optimal condition, fulfill DOT requirements, have current insurance & registration documentation, have supplies for incident response, and schedule expedition vehicle rentals
Work within the Operations Team to evaluate, provide, and synthesize expedition feedback and respond as needed
Professionally enforce and assess workplace safety, including policy and procedure compliance
Maintain and support strong vendor relations
Manage commissary compliance with Coconino County Health Codes
Admin & Fundraising Support (5% of position)
Participate in fundraising efforts, as needed
Support cross-organizational initiatives, as needed
Implement strategic initiatives, as assigned
Embody and support GCY culture in all communications and interactions with stakeholders
Complete performance reviews as needed for direct reports
Qualifications:
Please go to the GCY Website to review the full job description, including qualifications, skills, and working conditions.
About Grand Canyon Youth
Grand Canyon Youth, Inc. is a non-profit organization based in Flagstaff, Arizona. We offer educational outdoor expeditions that connect youth to the transformative power of the river and canyons of the Southwest. GCY is a small organization where most staff have multiple responsibilities and roles. We strive to uphold community values in everything we do. Our ideal candidate will be dependable, trustworthy, and able to follow up with and complete tasks in a timely manner. Applicants must be very organized and whole-heartedly embrace our values and mission. We actively seek diversity in our candidate pools. Applicants of all identities are encouraged to apply.
