Night Watch

Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco • Fort Bragg, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Camp Mendocino is a residential summer camp located in Northern California, four hours north of San Francisco and spread over 2,000 acres. We provide transportation between San Francisco and Camp at the start and end of the summer. All Camp employees are expected to live, sleep and work at Camp. As a program of the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco (BGCSF), we are dedicated to providing children and teens with safe, fun places to learn and grow, with professional staff to offer support and guidance, serving as caring mentors and role models. Who are we: We’re not just a summer camp—we’re a community. We provide a safe, transformative outdoor experience for youth from diverse backgrounds including youth from some of San Francisco’s least resourced neighborhoods; grounded in diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and joy. Our staff culture values growth, teamwork, professionalism, and fun. Who are you: You are a youth-centered role model with strong emotional intelligence, integrity, and a love for the outdoors. You collaborate well, bring creativity and patience, and are eager to learn, grow, and support a diverse community of campers and staff. Position Purpose The Night Watch staff member works as a team to patrol the campgrounds at night to ensure the safety of all staff and campers. This position must be comfortable upholding rules and regulations, even if that means reporting fellow staff members or campers.

Requirements

• Ability to work night shift (11pm to 7am)
• Two years of related experience
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Honesty and accountability
• Strong work ethic
• Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Must be able to walk on uneven terrain for at least 3 miles
• Must be able to stand for 8 hours (with breaks)
• Must be able to work in temperatures ranging from 30° to 100°
• Applicants should be available June 12 - August 6, 2026 to work & live on-site at our Camp location in Northern California (Mendocino County).

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work with youth and coworkers in a positive manner
• Valid driver’s license
• Previous experience working night shift or working at a summer camp
• Good communication skills

Responsibilities

• Ensure all campers and staff are adhering to the curfew and notify Camp leadership as needed
• Ensure all buildings are secured
• Ensure there are no trespassers and notify Camp leadership as needed
• Respond to night time emergencies as needed (usually by notifying the appropriate person)
• Doing laundry or other tasks between rounds of property
• Maintaining all documentation
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Onsite lodging is provided for all staff.
• Three cooked meals per day are provided onsite, including on days off (gluten-free, vegan, & vegetarian options).
• Free onsite laundry.
• Employee Assistance Program: in-person counseling + 24/7 confidential mental health support.
• Onsite workout facilities.
• Free Wifi access in the staff lounge.
• Free 1-year membership to the American Camp Association

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees