Camp Waterfront Specialist - Lifeguard

Girl Scouts of Utah•Park City, UT

just now•Onsite

About The Position

Girl Scouts of Utah is hiring a seasonal Waterfront Specialist for our Summer Camp! Do you want to be a part of an organization that makes a difference in the lives of others? Would you love to call the great outdoors your office? Do you love creating unforgettable memories for campers? ABOUT WORKING AT GSU’S SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS This position plays a key role in upholding the mission of Girl Scouts of Utah by modeling respect, integrity, and service, prioritizing camper well-being, and contributing to a collaborative, camp-wide culture. When not leading as Waterfront Specialist, this position supports general camp operations, demonstrating flexibility, teamwork, and a readiness to assist wherever needed to provide a memorable and meaningful camp experience for all. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A WATERFRONT SPECIALIST: Work with fellow counselors under the direction of the Waterfront Director to plan and provide a quality waterfront program for all campers. Assist in teaching staff their waterfront responsibilities during staff training. When not at the waterfront, work with fellow counselors under the direction of the Unit Leaders to plan and provide quality Girl Scout program to a unit of campers. Know the campers in the unit and help them learn to respect the rights of others and to understand the differences and similarities of other campers. Be responsible for camper care and supervision twenty-four hours a day (including nighttime). Assist with basic camp operation procedures. Assist with unit and camp housekeeping, sanitation, and care of supplies and equipment. Assist with kitchen duties as needed including meal preparation and clean-up for up to one week in duration. Understand and implement safety guidelines and standards as outlined by Girl Scouts of the USA, the American Camp Association, and any state and local codes. Perform additional duties as assigned. Job duties may be subject to change pursuant to the activities of the camp, camp needs, and the organization as a whole.

Requirements

Pass a criminal background check, including sex-offender registries/driving records.
Hold/obtain Red Cross First Aid & CPR Certifications or the equivalent.
Hold/obtain a Utah Food Handlers’ Permit.
Complete Youth Protection Training within the first week of employment.
Ability to communicate and work with groups of campers ages 6-17 and provide necessary verbal instruction to campers.
Ability to follow direction from Team Leaders, adhere to policies and procedures.
Understand and implement safety guidelines and standards as outlined by Girl Scouts of the USA, the American Camp Association, and any state and local codes.
Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations, and apply appropriate behavior management techniques.
Ability to respond in a crisis situation.
Strong commitment to the mission and values of Girl Scouts of Utah. As a camp staff member, you are a representative of Girl Scouts of Utah. Every personal contact is with a current or potential donor to or member of the council, and thus, the impressions you make can influence their actions.
Service-oriented team player able to work in an inclusive manner with staff/volunteers from diverse backgrounds and across all levels of the organization.
Ability to bend down and move, lift, stock, and carry boxes, program materials, and supplies (up to 50 pounds).
Ability to walk, stand, and work on feet up to 8 hours a day upwards of 10,000 steps a day on uneven, unpaved, very steep terrain.
Ability to live and work in a high elevation and outdoor setting (up to 9200’), in varying and extreme weather conditions.
Have visual/auditory ability to respond to environmental and other hazards related to summer camp activities.

Responsibilities

Work with fellow counselors under the direction of the Waterfront Director to plan and provide a quality waterfront program for all campers.
Assist in teaching staff their waterfront responsibilities during staff training.
Work with fellow counselors under the direction of the Unit Leaders to plan and provide quality Girl Scout program to a unit of campers.
Know the campers in the unit and help them learn to respect the rights of others and to understand the differences and similarities of other campers.
Be responsible for camper care and supervision twenty-four hours a day (including nighttime).
Assist with basic camp operation procedures.
Assist with unit and camp housekeeping, sanitation, and care of supplies and equipment.
Assist with kitchen duties as needed including meal preparation and clean-up for up to one week in duration.
Understand and implement safety guidelines and standards as outlined by Girl Scouts of the USA, the American Camp Association, and any state and local codes.
Perform additional duties as assigned.