Program Supervisor - Camp Timberlake

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Programs Supervisor furthers the mission of Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains (GSTOP) through Timberlake Day Camp Programming. The Programs Supervisor will assist in planning, directing, and supervising all Day Camp programs. 

Requirements

ESSENTIAL DUTIES  

• Assist in the administration and direction of all summer camp programming under the guidance of the Assistant Camp Director/Business Manager. 
• Ensure the program delivered to campers is fun and purposeful. 
• Ensure program plans are prepared and implemented that meet camp outcomes and the abilities of all campers. 
• Deliver progressive program activities. 
• Evaluate program delivery abilities of staff. 
• Coordinate all camp program and campfire activities with other staff. 
• Assist with Camp Staff training. 
• Provide guidelines for programs utilizing camp equipment. 
• Ensure campers and staff follow safety procedures in all program areas. 
• Oversee daily check of area and equipment for safety, cleanliness, and good repair. 
• Ensure program areas are kept free of hazards and debris. 
• Regularly monitor and work with any program staff. 
• Provide feedback, guidance, and encouragement to any program staff. 
• Provide any recommendations and concerns to the supervisor, Assistant Camp Director. 
• Assist with creation of camper and group programming schedules. 
• Collect and evaluate records of all programming. 
• Attending staff meetings. 
• Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, providing support and guidance to those as assigned. 
• Participate as a member of the camp staff team to deliver and supervise any evening programs, special camp programs, and all camp activities. 
• Programs Supervisors often have a direct relationship with staff and need to act as a leader and encourager, steering staff away from gossip and negativity. 
• Manage the daily operations of program inventory control, badge earnings, record keeping of the programming, and maintain effective continual communication with staff, campers, and supervisors. 
• Assist with check-in and check-out, welcome families, trouble shoot. Make sure all staff account for it, and units are prepared accordingly.  
• Stay vigilant with all American Camper Association (ACA) guidelines and continually monitor programming to ensure standards are kept.  
• Assist with the monitoring of safety and all procedures as they pertain to the complete supervision of all staff and campers. 
• Other duties assigned by the Assistant Camp Director and as they present themselves.  

CORE COMPETENCIES 

1. Interpersonal Relations                                                        9. Organizational Knowledge
2. Conflict Management                                                          10. Self-Management
3. Adaptability                                                                            11. Fostering Diversity
4. Oral and Written Communication Skills                            12. Achieve results
5. Judgement and Decision Making                                       13. Team Building
6. Personal Integrity and Professional Conduct                   14. Time Management
7. Information Management                                                   15. Problem Solving 
8. Decision and Judgement                                    

JOB QUALIFICATIONS  

• Minimum 18 years of age.  
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required (provided by GSTOP). 
• Commitment to the mission and purpose of Girl Scouting. 
• Membership of Girl Scout organization. 
• Must be willing to work with all people without regard to race, religion, ethnic origin, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, age, or disability. 
• Experience and/or education in general Outdoor Education or Girl Scouts. 
• Ability to coordinate on-site business activities. 
• Desire and ability to work with children and adults in a camp community.  
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and produce results. 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. 
• Verbal fluency, good grammar, and professional appearance. 
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license in the state where employee works/resides, with an acceptable driving record, acceptable insurance, and reliable transportation. 
• You must complete and pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle records check, and drug screening. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 
• Ability and willingness to work outside in all weather conditions, walk long distances and on uneven terrain, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 
• Ability and willingness to work in an environment includes exposure to environmental allergens including dust, mold, pollen, live birds, insects, and other animals.  
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  

SEASONAL CAMP DATES

• Staff      Training Week: June 2-6, 2025
• Camp      Week1: June 9-13, 2025
• Camp      Week 2: June 16-20, 2025
• Camp      Week 3: June 23-27, 2025
• Camp      Week 4: July 30 - July 1, 2025 (overnight)

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Required valid CPR, AED, and First Aid certification (will be provided if needed).