Outdoor Adventures Manager

Have you ever dreamed of a job where rather than looking out the window at work you actually get paid to be outside and your work vehicle is a golf cart. Live our mission each day as you help today’s youth disconnect from technology and reconnect with the outdoors by developing and implementing educational and engaging seasonal and year-round outdoor programs. This is bigger than any job you have ever had.  

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The outdoor adventures manager directs the design, delivery, and evaluation of all seasonal and year-round outdoor program experiences including the operations of overnight and day camps.  Serves as the primary programmatic leader for components of our outdoor leadership portfolio with the goal of developing outdoor leadership skills that meet the needs and interests of the target populations, meet designated outcomes, and occur in a safe and quality manner.   

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manage the delivery of all outdoor programs.  Use national program curricula as the basis to research, design, and create program content that is current, relevant, safe, and meet outcomes and quality requirements of the overall program plan.
• Develop a framework and protocol to ensure girls have the opportunity for progressive outdoor experiences that will keep them engaged through each age level.
• Create opportunities for volunteer involvement ensuring recruitment and flexible deployment of volunteers in support of outdoor program needs. 
• Create, coordinate, and assign appropriate outdoor education trainings for volunteers.
• Provide supervision and support to outdoor program volunteers, groups, and committees.
• Serve as Camp Director for council-operated overnight and day camps.  Plan, coordinate, oversee, implement, and evaluate all aspects of camp services. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment of campers and staff, program development, sales and marketing, staff training (pre-camp and in-camp), coordination with camp rangers, food service personnel, and maintenance. Must reside on camp property during camp sessions (June-August).
• Supervise high performing camp staff. Evaluate and manage team performance. Ensure full team effort, optimal productivity levels, and attainment of goals.
• Interpret regulations and ensure compliance with Council and GSUSA risk management guidelines as well as federal and state policies.  Ensure safety, health, and security of all participants.
• Create an annual outdoor program plan of work, budget, camp guide, and marketing plan to increase attendance at outdoor programs. 
• Assist with the management of property resources and maintenance needs to ensure stewardship of current resources and identification of future needs.
• Create and analyze assessment tools and reports to evaluate outcomes and make changes as necessary to ensure strategic and tactical objectives are met.
• Exercise management, operational, and budgetary oversight in all areas of accountability.
• Actively support and promote the Council’s commitment to excellent customer service, membership growth, community visibility, fundraising, diversity, and safety.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience, & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in outdoor education programming, recreation, or camp administration. 
• Must have experience supervising staff and providing dynamic leadership to teams.
• Experience teaching or facilitating groups.
• Wilderness First Aid certification (willingness to obtain).
• Lifeguard/Lifeguard instructor certification (willingness to obtain).
• Boating/Small Craft certification (willingness to obtain).
• Ropes Course (low & high) and Challenge Adventure certification (willingness to obtain).
• Archery Instructor Certification (willingness to obtain).
• Food Management Certification (willingness to obtain).
• Knowledge of Girl Scouting preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent technical computer skills in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.  Ability to learn new software as required.
• Ability to project a high level of professionalism while networking in the public arena.  Ability to speak passionately and with conviction about the organizational mission and its importance to the public.
• Demonstrated reasoning and negotiation skills to identify and resolve conflict.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated experience in the development and administration of budgets.
• Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing. 
• Experience in writing outdoor program curricula.  Strong grammar, proofreading, and editing skills.
• Ability to analyze information, formulate work plans, articulate goals, and produce required statistical reports.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize work while managing multiple deadlines.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to interact with diverse populations.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evening and weekends. 
• Ability to reside on camp property while camp is in session (June-August).
• Ability to travel throughout Council jurisdiction. 
• Must have personal transportation, possess a valid driver’s license, maintain personal auto insurance, and meet the Council insurance company’s requirement for coverage. 
• Subscribe to the principles of the Girl Scout Movement and become a registered member of GSUSA.
• Successfully pass background investigation.

How to apply:

Visit https://www.gsccc.org/en/discover/our-council/careers.html to complete an online application

Submit resume to: hr@gsccc.org