Seasonal Program Coordinator

Girl Scouts Of Wi Southeast•East Troy, WI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide and oversee camp programming and safety. Ensure camp programming is properly implemented in accordance with camp curriculum. Train, supervise, and oversee camp staff. Be an active participant in campers’ experience and camp community. Uphold all policies, procedures, and safety standards for the wellbeing of staff and campers. This seasonal full-time position is needed at Camp Alice Chester in East Troy, WI from May 21, 2026, through July 29, 2026.

Requirements

At least 21 years of age.
Experience and/or education in camp/recreational programming preferred.
Ability to schedule and supervise staff.
Ability to work and collaborate with peers.
Ability to accept guidance and supervision.
Ability to creatively plan, originate, organize, and carry out daily and special programs.
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.
Comfort and ability to live, sleep, and work in a rustic outdoor environment with irregular hours.
Physical demands and work environments regularly require the employee to walk, hike, and work outdoors in wooded areas and?as well as?inclement?weather and extreme temperatures.
Ability to lift 40lbs.
Commitment to creating and maintaining a positive, fun, and professional environment.
Effectively and respectfully communicate instructions, issues, and needs with campers, staff, and supervisors including with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, and races.
Willingness to subscribe to the philosophy of the Girl Scout program and enroll as a Girl Scout member.
Willingness to be an active, respectful member of camp and all camp activities while upholding Girl Scout traditions.
Must have a background check completed by GSWISE.

Nice To Haves

Experience and/or training in specific program specialty.
First Aid/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Manage and supervise the camp’s various program areas and activities.
Supervise, train, and support the Program Leads.
Communicate daily with Program Leads about expectations for upcoming day/weeks and their activities.
Prepare program supplies to be ready to use by camp staff prior to camper arrival.
Develop routines, schedules, and activities in accordance with the camp’s daily operations.
Oversee the implementation of “All Camp” activities, “Scatters”, badge work, and specific area programs.
Ensure quality curriculum for various activity areas, confirming it meets promises outlined in event descriptions.
Ability to adjust quickly when scheduled activities need to change and/or are no longer able to be done.
Create and compile quick activities for campers and counselors to do in units or when a gap occurs in schedule.
Ensure daily check of activity areas and equipment for safety, cleanliness, proper use and good repair.
Submit or place orders for equipment and /or supplies when necessary, ensuring timely arrival of materials.
Prepare, review, and submit records and requested reports on time.
Prepare an evaluation and summary of current season including inventories, ongoing staff evaluations, activity area evaluations, and recommendations for the following season.
Responsible for keeping track of and logging financials.
Interpret, enforce, and teach state, American Camp Association, and Girl Scouts standards.
Comprehend, monitor and be willing to initiate crisis management plans and overall safety guidelines, including emergency procedures.
Assist in the opening and closing of the camp.
Participate in the upkeep and cleaning of camp and units daily.
Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and creative.
Other duties as assigned.