Position Summary The Assistant Camp Director assists the Camp Director with Girl Scouts of Gateway Council’s (GSGC’s) residential camp activities and supports the overall camp program management within GSGC guidelines and objectives. The Assistant Director will assist the Camp Director with supervision of camp staff employees and/or volunteers; collaboration with Council staff members; development of innovative camp program curriculum: communication program objectives and outcomes to girls, parents, and community partners; ensuring the safety of the campers at all times. This is an 8-week residential position that will run May 24, 2026 – July 17, 2026, and includes room and meals for the duration of the summer sessions. Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Assistant Camp Director Assists with the following:

• Direction of the day-to-day operations of Camp Kateri.
• Supervision of the Activity Instructors and Unit Leaders in their day-to-day program implementation.
• Management of the camp program to meet objectives and the budgetary accountability of the program.
• Assisting the Program Manager with development of program curriculum and operational procedures for camp programs.
• Communication of any program, facility or staffing concerns/needs with the Program Manager.
• The training and supervision of seasonal camp staff. Evaluation of staff performance mid-season and at the end of camp.
• Ensuring that Girl Scouts and American Camping Association camp standards are maintained.
• Upholding safety in the camp program by conducting safety training with staff and camp attendees.
• Ensuring that the site is kept clean, organized, and free of litter
• Evaluating outcomes at end of camp to ensure best practices are captured and improvements for next year are noted.
• Providing Program Manager/ Camp Director with supply lists for crafts and activities.
• Maintaining accurate records, including health forms, permission slips, and child release forms and provides timely statistical and activity reports on day camp participants.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum Age 21 years old
• Ability to clear a Florida Department of Children and Families Level 2 fingerprint / background screening and drug screening.
• A minimum of one season (6-9 weeks) of administrative or supervisory experience with an organized camp, including recruitment of staff and campers, program development, delivery and evaluation and camp business and operating procedures.
• Knowledge of Florida State camp laws and American Camp Association standards.
• 3-5 years of experience in youth programming
• Current CPR and First Aid certification

Other Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Girl Scout philosophy, standards, program, and systems.
• Experience and demonstrated sensitivity in working with people from various ethnic, religious and economic backgrounds.
• Excellent communications skills; excellent facilitation, conflict resolution, and presentation skills.
• Strong goal setting, project planning, budget management, organization, and follow-through skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to maintain effective relationships with staff and volunteers.
• Ability to remain calm and polite in stressful situations.
• Must be driven, self-motivated, and a strong leader to inspire staff and girls.
• Strong interest in working with youth and teens.
• Experience in curriculum development and in developing program collaborations.
• Good computer skills including proficiency in Windows and Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast paced, changing environment.
• Project management skills to be able to comply with a budget.
• Ability to handle confidential materials and information in an appropriate manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively through teams and cross-function task groups.
• Current driver’s license; valid auto insurance; reliable transportation;
• Must have a positive and professional attitude when participating in health screenings.
• Ability to work flexible hours, evenings and weekends as needed (training).

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Sufficient eye-to-hand coordination to successfully operate a computer keyboard.
• Ability to sit upright for extended periods of time.
• Sufficient visual acuity to make appropriate judgments regarding Girl Scout materials.
• Ability to travel to and/or attend offsite meetings.
• Physical ability to frequently stop, kneel, bend, crouch, reach overhead, grasp, push, pull, lift, and move objects up to 30 pounds at shoulder height, and occasionally lift in excess of 100 pounds.
• Demonstrated normal depth perception.
• See and read printed materials, with or without visual aids; distinguish colors; read and understand rules and policies, labels and instructions.
• Verbal communication including the ability to speak and hear at normal room levels.
• Other demands, as determined by the employer.

DisclaimerThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.Reports To: Camp DirectorFLSA Status: Exempt
Compensation: $750 per week