Assistant Camp Director-Program, Summer 2026
6 days ago
Job Type
Temporary
Description
Internship Eligible
An Assistant Camp Director has an awesome summer outdoors, being a mentor to Campers, and providing fun all day long Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Camp is one of the outlets to make that mission a reality for many girls. The Assistant Camp Director is a part of that mission each summer.
As an Assistant Camp Director-Program, you will:
• Assist in the administration and coordination of the entire camp operation.
• Act as Camp Director in the absence of Camp Director.
• Assist in the training, supervision and evaluation of camp staff.
• Assist the Camp Director in planning and conducting staff meetings.
• Serve as a constant, visible and available resource for camp staff.
• Keep Camp Director informed of day-to-day operational successes and concerns.
• Keep and document required records and reports as requested by Camp Director.
• With help of the Member Service Specialist, oversee the Camp Store by managing camper transactions, inventory, and keeping accurate documentation.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents, serving as a liaison between parents and campers.
• Observe and supervise campers and staff behaviors, identify and respond to hazards, assist campers and staff in emergencies (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury).
• Prepare for and oversee check-in and check-out procedures.
• Guide staff in implementing Girl Scout program emphasis through advice or assistance in planning activities, use of resources, coordinating activities, and evaluating experiences.
• Promote progression in activities and experiences, matched to abilities and interests of the campers in all sessions.
• Provides guidance, assistance and leadership while maintaining Girl Scout, American Camping Association, federal, state and local health, safety and program standards.
• Serve as a driver when needed to transport campers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Requirements
• Believe in the mission of Girl Scouting.
• Good character, integrity, adaptability, patience, sense of humor, and enthusiasm.
• Hold or being willing to obtain current certification of standard First Aid and CPR (training to be provided).
• Produce a physical signed by medical professional within the past 24 months.
• Training and/or experience working with children in an outdoor setting.
• Good time management, organization and communication skills.
• Ability to accept guidance and supervision and relate to one's peer group.
• Experience/education in childhood education, recreation, sociology or related field.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Have excellent time management, organization, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate daily activities and special programs.
• Ability to supervise staff and perform administrative duties.
• Hold a current driver's license.
• Ability to pass a Background Check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching and lifting 20 - 50 pounds.
• Daily exposure to seasonal weather conditions.
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
All staff must be familiar with the safety rules and regulations. They must take reasonable steps to ensure their own health and safety, and that of anyone else who may be affected by their actions. They should inform their supervisor of any hazard with which they are not trained.
Salary Description
$16/hour
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