What are the responsibilities and job description for the Overnight Camp - Program Director - Specialty Programs position at Girl Scouts San Diego Summer Camp Positions?
If you're looking for a rewarding and fulfilling opportunity where you'll encourage teamwork and camaraderie, look here!
Choose from one of our two beautiful Julian properties and join us in leading unforgettable adventures in the great outdoors.
Camp Winacka - A traditional rustic camp with spectacular views. The camp features a pool, miles of hiking trails, green building including a new environmental center and two lakes. Campers choose from programs focusing on aquatics, horses, arts and adventure. Campers and staff sleep in open-air cabins with built-in bunk beds, in platform tents with bunk beds or on cots under the stars.
Camp Whispering Oaks - Features a sports field and basketball court tucked amongst oak and pine trees, unique stargazing venues, abundant wildlife and a small, close-knit camp community. Campers choose from programs focusing on science and space, outdoor skills, sports, theater and the arts. Campers and staff sleep in fully enclosed indoor cabins with electricity and paved, lighted pathways winding through native manzanita, oak and pine trees.
Your summer will look like this:
The Program Director will be responsible for coordinating the development of camp-wide programs and supervising the staff responsible for managing the various programs offered to campers.
- Supervises and evaluates challenge course director, high adventure specialist, equestrian director, and camp operation specialists to develop and implement program activities.
- Manages supplies, equipment and activities to ensure they comply with policies and procedures and monitor equipment usage.
- Oversees camp high risk activities, including but not limited to archery, fishing, bouldering, rock climbing, canoeing and camping.
- Assists with all camp-wide events for campers and staff to include, but not limited to, special days, meals, ceremonies, all-camp events and campfires under the guidance of girl planning.
- Assists with dining hall operation to ensure procedures are followed and fosters an environment of consistent order to campers and staff.
- Ensures that all high adventure and high risk activities comply with Safety Activity Checkpoints, ACCT and ACA requirements.
- Shares responsibility with camp director for the collection and evaluation of unit records, reports and evaluations.
- Ensures staff development of staff members under direct supervision.
- Oversees luggage operations on start and end days of sessions.
- Develops and maintainsappropriate notebooks.
- Maintains inventory lists for camp equipment and general opening and closing of camp property and equipment for the season.
- Maintains clear and positive written and verbal communication with all internal and external clients.
- Contributes to the diversity emphasis of the council by ensuring that all materials, activities and programs are sensitive to and reflective of the interest, values and needs of persons of all racial/ethnic groups, cultures, religions and abilities.
- Adheres to all council policies and procedures.
- Observes all safety precautions and complies with all council health and safety rules and procedures.
- Work as a team with other admin staff to ensure the general well-being and support of the camp community.
- Perform other duties, as assigned.
What's in it for you:
- Make a difference in the lives of girls that will last for a lifetime
- Opportunity to share your passion and enjoy being out in nature
- Build lifelong friendships with the camp team
- Become the coolest and most influential person in the campers' lives
- Gain problem solving, team building, communication, and mentoring skills
Compensation: $124/daily rate. Includes room, and board and meals.
Here is what it takes:
Be at least 21 years of age
Ability to work with children and staff of different ages
At least one season of leading or assisting in the logistical coordination of large-scale program(s)
At least one season of supervision experience
Must be willing to work in an outdoor setting and live on camp premises during the summer
Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification, or able to obtain certification before the first day of work
Valid drivers' license, proof of insurance and access to reliable transportation (Daily and/or occasional travel may be required. Must be comfortable driving narrow, winding mountain roads with passengers in mini or cargo vans)
Belief in the mission and values of Girl Scouting; be willing to subscribe to the principles expressed in the Promise and Law and Girl Scouts San Diego mission, vision and values.???
This is a temporary seasonal employment opportunity, must be available to work from 6/9 through 7/27/2025.
• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary : $124
