JOB SUMMARY

To provide a safe and effective aquatic program by directly supervising campers and participants at the pool, understands and responds to protocols and emergency procedures, and provides an exceptional camp experience to all. To enrich the campers’ experience through the development and delivery of archery activities appropriate to the campers’ ages and abilities while maintaining safety. Provide safe, fun, and educational experiences for campers in accordance with GSUSA policies and procedures, American Camp Association (ACA) procedures, and Texas Department of Health requirements. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES 

• Oversee preparation and delivery of programs in the assigned activity area. 
• Current Lifeguard Certification and Archery Certification, or ability to obtain one (provided by GSTOP).  
• Establish and follow appropriate health and safety routines for campers and staff. 
• Prepare, participate, and help lead specific areas of staff training pertaining to the pool and archery.  
• Participate in staff training and meetings. 
• Conduct inventory of supplies and place orders when necessary, ensuring timely arrival of supplies. 
• Become familiar with the camp program and offer suggestions at the pool and archery program guidelines.  
• Maintain area cleanliness according to the Texas Department of Health and GSTOP guidelines. 
• Maintain a log for cleaning and chemicals. 
• Clean and maintain pool and pool areas including shower house.  
• Give instruction to campers and staff in archery skills, safety and deliver progressive archery activities. 
• Assist in packing all materials and supplies at the end of summer camping season. 
• Create and maintain staff schedules and make sure all staff are following through with their job descriptions.  

CORE COMPETENCIES 

1. Interpersonal Relations                                                            9. Decision and Judgement
2. Conflict Management                                                               10. Organizational Knowledge
3. Customer Service Responsiveness                                         11. Self-Management
4. Adaptability                                                                                12. Fostering Diversity
5. Oral and Written Communication Skills                                13. Achieve Results
6. Team Building                                                                            14. Judgement and Decision Making
7. Personal Integrity and Professional Conduct                       15. Time Management
8. Information Management                                                       16. Problem Solving

JOB QUALIFICATIONS  

• Minimum 18 years of age.  
• Experience working with children, peers, and having a supervisor. 
• Activity area appropriate Certifications (Lifeguard, Archery) or ability to obtain one (provided by GSTOP). 
• Commitment to the mission and purpose of Girl Scouting. 
• Must be willing to work with all people without regard to race, religion, ethnic origin, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, or disability. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule while residing at camp. 
• Verbal fluency, good grammar, and professional appearance. 
• You must complete and pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle records check, and drug screening. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 
• Ability and willingness to work outside in all weather conditions, walk long distances and on uneven terrain, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 
• Ability and willingness to work in an environment includes exposure to environmental allergens including dust, mold, pollen, live birds, insects, and other animals.  
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time and function work duties in summer heat. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

 SEASONAL CAMP DATES

• Staff      Training Week: June 2-6, 2025
• Camp      Week1: June 8-13, 2025
• Camp      Week 2: June 15-20, 2025
• Camp      Week 3: June 22-27, 2025
• Camp      Week 4: July 6-11, 2025
• Camp      Week 5: July 13-18, 2025
• Staff      Camp Close Down Week: July 21-25, 2025

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES  

• Activity area appropriate Certifications (Lifeguard, Archery) or ability to obtain one (provided by GSTOP).