Marine Landing Waterfront Specialist

Job Details
Job Location:    Marine Landing Program Center - Long Beach, CA
Position Type:    Seasonal
Salary Range:    $ $19.25 Hourly

Description

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 Waterfront Specialist supports camp programs and activities in compliance with GSGLA safety standards. Responsibilities include assisting with activity implementation and supervision of all waterfront programming.

Marine Landing Day Camp

Marine Landing is a waterfront facility with its own private beach. Daily activities for campers include kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding and swimming. Due to the nature and number of aquatic activities, every staff member at Marine Landing is required to be lifeguard certified. Training is provided before camp begins, if needed. This camp is the perfect location for those who have a strong comfort in the water, want to spend their summer outside and make friends and memories that will last a lifetime.

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

1. Assist in management of Marine Landing's waterfront area and all water-related program activities.
   • Oversee care, storage, and maintenance of all waterfront equipment.
   • Ensure area and equipment are safe, clean, and well-maintained.
   • Monitor and provide feedback to staff who are facilitating waterfront programs.
2. Supervise all waterfront activities to ensure camper safety. 
   • Ensure lifeguards provide surveillance to camp standards.
   • Act as lifeguard when needed.
   • Understand and implement appropriate response to changes in water, weather, or other conditions affecting the waterfront.
   • Lead swim tests to evaluate swimming abilities of campers and staff.
   • Assist with planning and implementing lifeguarding certifications and weekly in-service trainings.  
3. Lead Extended Care programs for campers. 
   • Function as an Acting Director during the camp's Before Care (6:45am-8:00am) or After Care (4:30-6:00pm) programs.  
   • Create and implement extended care program activities for campers who require supervision outside of traditional camp hours. 
4. Provide a safe and 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.
   • 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. 
5. 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 improvement suggestions to the Outdoor Program Supervisor relating to camp program and staff performance.  
   • Participate in supporting evening programs, special events, and other activities or functions involving the entire camp.
   • Assist in the planning and implementation of staff training.  
   • Attend, participate in, and lead staff meetings as required. 
   • Assist where needed with camper "check-in" and "check-out".   
6. Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be 21 years of age as stated by the LA County Children's Camp Guidelines.
• Must be available for 10 weeks of day camp (June 15, August 21, 2026) and training dates that will be scheduled prior to camp.
• Must hold valid Lifeguarding Instructor Certification by the start of lifeguard training. 
• Must hold valid American Red Cross "Lifeguarding with CPR/AED For the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Waterfront Skills" certification throughout the position's employment dates listed.
• 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 spend time sitting, utilizing the computer, standing, and walking throughout the facilities.
• 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

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