Outdoor Program On-Call Specialist

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Job Title: Program On-Call Specialist

Region/Location: Colorado, Rocky Mountains

Department: Camp, OPP

Occupational Job Group: Summer Camp

Pay Range: $18.81-$20.00/hour

Reports To: Program Director and/or hiring manager

Date: 1/30/25

FLSA Status: On-Call, Year-Round, Non-Exempt

Terms: On-Call, On/Off-Site

Supervisory Responsibility: None

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GENERAL PURPOSE: The Program On-Call Specialist is responsible for providing general and specialized programs at a Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) camp property. Additionally, this role supports the property, hospitality and operational teams as needed as part of the camp team. A primary function of this, and every other job at camp, is to ensure that each member, guest and visitor receives the highest caliber of service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES ***(Employees are held accountable for all duties of this job)

• General Responsibilities
• Provide camp program for troops and guests of the property as assigned by the hiring manager
• Employees with training and/or certification in specialty program areas will provide program in accordance with their training and qualifications
• Provide and/or support health and wellness practices
• Support pProperty team in minor maintenance and/or service projects in program areasthroughout camp (e.g. clearing hazards at the archery range, inventorying harnesses, etc.)
• Provide assistance/coverage as necessary to all additional operational and program staff
• Support the work of the cabin, health, site, kitchen, and housekeeping staff as needed

• Adult Volunteers & Supervision
• Train & orient of proper use of specialized areas, materials, and delivery of program as assigned by hiring manager
• Verify volunteers’ competence before assigning them a task or a supervisory role.
  
  

• Administration
• Coordinate and communicate schedules to campers & staff as necessary.
• Respond to on-call work requests in a timely manner
• Respect the confidential nature of all information pertaining to staff, volunteers, and campers
• Follow policies, procedures, and standards set by the American Camping Association, Girl Scouts Safety Activity Checkpoints, Colorado Department of Health and Human Services, and other certifying industry organizations
  

Primary Cross-functional Responsibilities

• In accordance with the philosophy of Girl Scouts of Colorado, the person filling this position may occasionally be required to carry out or assist with other tasks in addition to the duties listed on this job description.
• Support the efforts and commitments of Girl Scouts of Colorado in pluralism and diversity throughout the organization and within each community served
• Embrace diversity and inclusiveness by contributing to positive relationships between diverse racial, ethnic, and social groups in the Council as a whole and between employees and volunteers
  
  

Job Qualifications

Education and/or Formal Training

• High school diploma or GED and at least one year of college or equivalent work experience
• Must have current OR willingness to obtain the following certifications: First Aid/CPR, Child Abuse Mandated Reporter, Universal Standard Precautions
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Experience

• Preferred experience or desire for working with children.
• Preferred experience working in an outdoor program and/or camp setting
• Working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Willing to provide innovative and engaging program development and facilitation in an informal, outdoor setting
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check acceptable to GSCO standards
• Must be at least 18 years of age
  
  

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY USED

• This position works with program related equipment as assigned by the hiring manager and as training/experience allows
• Subject to injuries from falls, accidental strikes, cuts from equipment, etc
• Handheld radios.
• As directed, golf carts, gator, trucks, and leased vehicles.
  
  

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

• Camps are at altitudes of 8,000-9,500 feet.
• Ability to work non–traditional hours including evenings, weekends, extended overnight periods and extended work hours, up to 12 hours per day
• Required daily, frequent exposure to highly stimulating and loud environments
• Program activities are carried out in the out-of-doors often in inclement weather
• Optional to stay on-site in shared housing during shift. (Staff living quarters are shared with other staff and/or campers)
• Requires extensive walking/hiking >2miles/day over uneven and unpaved terrain.
• Able to carry, lift and/or transfer at least 50 pounds
• Ability to hear, listen, see, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend, use hands & fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands & arms, and balance
• Must have interpersonal skills/behaviors (i.e. working with individuals with a range of moods & behaviors in a tactful, congenial personal manner, so as not to alienate, or antagonize them).
  
  

***Employee signature below indicates the employee's understanding of the requirements, essential duties & responsibilities of the position. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Please contact your supervisor/manager or HR with any questions.

GSCO will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with known disabilities and employees whose work requirements interfere with a religious belief, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship or a direct threat to the Girl Scouts of Colorado. If you need such accommodation, contact your supervisor or Human Resources immediately to begin the interactive accommodation process.

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