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Troop Program Director

Company: Girl Scouts of WI Southeast

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Job Type: Seasonal

Job Description

Imagine working with a group of individuals – each with their own unique skills and passions, but united by a common purpose. Imagine your self at Girl Scouts!

For generations Girl Scouts have enjoyed day camp on the shores of pristine Lucas Lake at Camp Silver Brook.  Once a private resort, the camp located just outside West Bend Wisconsin, hosts a full summer of outdoor fun and memories.  Girls spend their days swimming, boating, cooking over a fire, engaging in STEM activities, playing sports and games, earning badges acknowledging their skill development and more.  With one overnight a week day campers get a taste of camp night life.  On Saturday troops get a chance to enjoy much of the same fun offered at day camp.  With most of your nights free you can explore the quaint community of West Bend. Located a short distance from Milwaukee you have access to multiple summer festivals, shopping, museums, restaurants and more on the weekend.    

Position Summary: Plan and facilitate specialized troop events.  Lead waterfront activities for troops.  Assist with day camp as needed.     

Seasonal position: May 16 – August 18, 2020. Weekly Salary $350 plus room and board. Camp is not in session on Sundays and July 2-5.

Major Accountabilities: 

  • Plan and facilitate specialized troop events, including off-site trips.   
  • Lifeguard and participate in waterfront activities, teach small watercraft activities and outdoor skills. 
  • Supervise and support Troop Program Specialists. 
  • Supervise capers and the completion thereof. 

Position Requirements: 

  • At least 21 years of age. 
  • Current certification American Red Cross Lifeguard or certification from another organization having equal standards preferred.  
  • Current certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid. 
  • Good driving record and valid driver’s license for at least one year. Valid driver’s license, compliance with the council’s policy of automobile insurance limits, and a driving record that meets the requirements for coverage of the council’s business auto insurance carrier. 
  • Experience with small watercraft.  
  • Experience in an aquatic setting; lake setting experience or certification is preferred. 
  • Ability to accept guidance and supervision.   
  • Ability to plan, originate, organize and carry out daily and special programs.   
  • Willingness to subscribe to the philosophy of the Girl Scout program and enroll as a Girl Scout member. 
  • Comfort and ability to live, sleep, and work in a rustic outdoor environment with irregular hours. 
  • Physical demands and work environment regularly requires the employee to walk, hike, and work outdoors in wooded areas and on uneven natural paths.  

Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted on: January 15, 2020
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Starting Date:
May 16, 2020
Application Closing Date:
April 26, 2024
Job Activity(ies): Hiking, Swimming
Population(s) Served: Youth - K-12
Job Category(ies): Fishing, Summer Camp
Region(s): Midwest US