SEASONAL STAFF - CAMP WaBak

(Travelers Rest, SC Area)

May 20, 2024 through July 27, 2024 

This position may stay onsite (including overnight) or live off-site with reliable transportation.

Sunday, 12:00 p.m. –  Friday, 4:00 p.m. 

1 Saturday required: July 27 – camp clean-up day 

Dates off: July 4-6, 2024 

Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands council is the largest organization serving girls in South Carolina. Our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.  If you love the outdoors and love kids, a position at Camp WaBak—our 130-acre overnight camp in the northwestern area of Greenville County—might be perfect for you. Our camp staff supervise, and guide girls aged 1st-12th grade as they participate in a wide variety of camp programming including swimming, boating, archery, hiking, tent camping, arts and crafts, cookouts, campfires, team building, and more! 

POSITION SUMMARY 

The Equestrian Manager is responsible for maintaining the horses, the equine facility, and the rider records and must provide a safe environment for learning. The incumbent will develop both a progressive riding program for girls enrolled in equestrian programs and a horse exposure program for all other girls at camp. 

Explore more about Overnight Camp at Camp WaBak: https://www.gssc-mm.org/en/get-involved/camps-and-properties.html

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS 

• No prior Girl Scout experience required to apply.
• Must be at least 21 years old. 
• HS Diploma or equivalent required (advanced education or college preferred).
• Successful reference check, drug screen and background check.
• 2 years of relevant experience facilitating equestrian activities for children in grades K-12 (equestrian camp experience preferred)
• Experience caring for a herd (including feeding, grooming, barn cleaning, implementing horse programs, ordering supplies, medical attention, etc.). 
• Experience teaching riding lessons and equestrian care to children. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to make independent decisions, interact effectively with staff and volunteers, and work well with children.  
•  First Aid and CPR certification required (available during staff training).  
• Upon hire, must hold personal membership in the Girl Scout organization and subscribe to the tenets of the Girl Scout Promise and Law.
• Ability to drive preferred but is not required. Drivers must have personal transportation and the ability to drive. Must possess a valid driver’s license, maintain personal auto insurance which meets the council insurance company’s requirement for coverage.
• Individuals who are Bilingual (Spanish) are encouraged to apply. 
• Assists in the smooth functioning of summer camp by performing other duties as assigned.

• Manage the barn including feeding, grooming, cleaning stalls, arenas, and paddocks, maintaining tack and other equipment, and managing the health and safety of the horses. Report any program needs to the Camp Director. 
• Manage and document all equine program lessons including riding lessons, ground school, and stable management. 
• Supervise the Equestrian Assistant and Lead Equestrian Counselor. 
• Create progressive weekly lesson plans for girls in the equestrian program and an exposure program for all other campers. 
• Serve as a role model and guide campers in appropriate behaviors, language, attitudes, and activities. 
• Learn and implement the crisis management plan, including emergency procedures. Be aware of the ongoing medical needs of the campers. 
• Create a schedule for care of the herd on non-camp days to be rotated between the incumbent, the Lead Equestrian Counselor, and the Equestrian Assistant. Alternatively, adjusted time off will be provided during the week. 
• Ensure that camp facilities meet established standards before, during, and after camp sessions. 
• Coordinate and work with the property staff to identify and resolve property issues and needs. 
• On-site lodging provided but not required. May reside at camp in a cabin with other program managers and/or administrative staff for the duration of the summer. If on-site may be called on to sleep in a unit with girls overnight to meet coverage requirements.  
• Assist with traditional camp counselor responsibilities as requested, when not at the barn. 

ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Is required to regularly pick up saddles, supporting equipment to include horse blankets and bridles that may independently and/or combined exceed 25 lbs.
• Is required to also assist riders (lifting at times, depending on needs) up into a saddle as well as assist with dismounting riders as needed and requested.
• Activities occur both inside and outside with employee subject to both environmental conditions to include fluctuating weather conditions (hot, cold, windy, etc.) as well as outdoor exposure to variety of vegetation.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, work with fingers, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to perform light work exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects such as equipment, feed, hay and other needs as well as assisting riders.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

Summer seasonal employment is a unique experience and falls under the seasonal exemption standard categorized as “seasonal amusement or recreational establishment” by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), the Department of Labor (DOL). This exempts the position from federal minimum and overtime wage requirements as we compensate a daily rate plus. The potential weekly  earnings for this position is between $300 - $325 depending on experience, availability, scheduling, and any related certifications. Seasonal staff are eligible for a performance based bonus that will be paid after the first 4 weeks of summer camp and at the end of summer camp. This is a seasonal position only with no eligibility for benefits. 

 
Equal Opportunity Employer (E.O.E.)

Girl Scouts of South Carolina - Mountains to Midlands (GSSC-MM) is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with GSSC-MM, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@gssc-mm.org . GSSC-MM reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.