El Ranchito Leadership Experience Coordinator

Position Information

Dates of Employment: Spring August 2026

Company Overview

Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles ("GSGLA") is the largest girl-serving nonprofit agency in the Los Angeles region. Our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

Our core values of Integrity, Clarity of Purpose, Accountability and Respect represent how we behave on a day-to-day basis. These are the specific behaviors that are imperative and encouraged in our company culture.

We are committed to building a diverse staff that reflects the communities we work alongside, and we value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace.

We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, and strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. In addition, reach out to us if you are a candidate whose disability prevents you from being able to complete our online application.

Position Summary

The Leadership Experience Coordinator oversees the PA/CIT (Program Aide/Counselor In Training) camp program, ensuring it aligns with GSGLA objectives. Responsibilities include supervising camper safety, helping develop Girl Scout leadership curriculum, and overseeing PA/CIT activity planning and scheduling.

El Ranchito Day Camp

Tucked away in the charming suburbs of Long Beach, El Ranchito is a tree-lined high adventure day camp, where campers are encouraged to take safe risks that boost bravery and promote goal setting. Exciting, confidence-building outdoor activities include archery, low ropes, and a 32-foot climbing tower.

The camp operates with daily exposure to various weather conditions and animals such as bugs, raccoons, and other wilderness animals common to the area.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement camp programs and activities for the Leadership Experience program.

• Take the lead in creating leadership facilitator guides and by planning activity schedules for progressive program activities.

• Collect and evaluate PA and CIT surveys records to regularly evaluate program success and campers' skill development in activities.

• Provide a safe, enjoyable program that complies with GSGLA, state, and industry standards.

• Adhere to all safety and security protocols and ensure protocols are followed by camp staff.

• Demonstrate proper camp procedures, sanitation, punctuality, and sportsmanship for campers and staff.
• Provide outstanding customer service to families.
• Be an inspiring role model by communicating clearly, building strong relationships, encouraging inclusivity, connecting with others, and motivating youth.

• Participate as a member of the camp administrative team by supporting the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the camp operations.

• Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, providing support and guidance to those assigned as leaders.

• Share observations and suggest improvements to the Outdoor Program Supervisor related to camp program and staff performance.
• Participate in supporting evening programs, special events, and other activities and functions involving the entire camp.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of staff training.
• Attend, participate and lead staff meetings as required.
• Assist where needed with camper "check-in" and "check-out".

• Be prepared and attentive during all off-site field trips.

• Oversee the activities of campers and staff members throughout the field trip.

• Follow the field trip schedule and remain punctual throughout the day.
• Adhere to all field trip safety and supervision protocols.
• Maintain professional and positive communication with venue personnel.
• Assist GSGLA Camp staff by offering support during field trips.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be 18 years of age or be a high school graduate by the start of camp.
• Must be available for 8 weeks of day camp (June 15, August 7, 2026) and training dates that will be scheduled prior to camp.
• Must possess and maintain a valid CPR/First Aid Certification throughout the position's employment dates. Training will be available.
• Must have documented experience teaching or interacting with youth program.
• Must submit a basic health history form as set by the American Camping Association.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds periodically.
• Must possess endurance including prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Recommended Education, Training and Experience

• College credits in health, child development, education, psychology, or related field.

GSGLA Employee Requirements

• Comply with state-mandated reporter training
• Attend GSGLA signature events and/or other activities as assigned
• Must successfully complete a Live Scan and background check