This position is expected to work from June 28, 2024 to August 4, 2024.

Assist Camp Ranger with maintenance and repair of the camps’ buildings, grounds, equipment and other facilities consistent with the mission and established policies and procedures of the camp. Serve as a role model to campers and staff by your actions, appearance, manners, language, and general conduct. Participate enthusiastically in camp activities, supporting those as assigned.

Essential Duties Include:

1. Maintain camp grounds
   • Operate necessary grounds care equipment such as mower, trucks, chain saws, etc., in safe and efficient manner.
   • Be aware and make necessary changes to hazards found on camp grounds.
   • Participate in daily check in with Camp Ranger and/or Camp Director.
   • Assist in tasks such as trail maintenance, painting, moving large equipment, etc.
2. Assist in the repair of buildings and facilities.
   • Make minor repairs as needed.
3. Perform janitorial and general maintenance duties.
   • Sweep, scrub, wax floors, wash windows and screens.
   • Clean toilets and bathrooms in living units.
   • Clean toilets, shower stalls, floors in shower houses.
   • Assist with dishes as needed.
   • Dispose of trash and waste. Manage recycling.
4. Performs all duties in accordance with prescribed regulatory compliance guidelines, including local, state and federal guidelines as well as American Camp Association accreditation standards.
   • Assist with emergencies on physical plant and site.
   • Assist in conducting initial and end-of-season inventory.
   • Store equipment for safety.
   • Follow schedule for checking physical plant and equipment for safety.
   • Be aware of and implement safety guidelines.
5. Provide superior client service to all campers, parents/families, staff, volunteers and vendors.
   • Identify client needs, make suggestions, initiate and follow through with appropriate action.
6. Participate as a member of the camp staff team to support programs, special events, out trips, overnights and other all-camp activities and camp functions.
   • Attend staff meetings.
   • Assist where needed on camper arrival and departure days.
   • Be a member of the luggage team loading and unloading luggage to camper living units.
7. Accept other duties as assigned.
   • Assisting all paid staff on site.
   • Supervise campers on the water (pending current certifications).
   • Rowing materials in and out of camp.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be able to obtain certification in first aid and CPR.
• Must submit health history record and examination completed by MD, RN, PA or NP form on first day of work.
• A high school diploma or its equivalent or two years of experience in a facility and site maintenance, construction, or grounds keeping business.
• Ability to drive, possession of a valid driver’s license, and clean DMV record.
• Minimum age: 18 years.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Support the beliefs and principles of the Girl Scout Organization.
• Knowledge and experience with Girl Scout resident camp program preferred.
• Ability to work on a team, relate and work well with others.
• Self starter and organizer.
• Ability to accept guidance, direction and supervision.
• Proficiency in the safe and proper use of power equipment and tools, heavy and light machinery, and building materials.

Physical Aspects of the Position:

• Ability to understand and implement safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability, both visual and auditory, to identify safety hazards and monitor guest and staff behavior and enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures.
• Ability to walk, stand, bend and stretch.
• Ability to lift, up to approximately 50 pounds, and occasional lifting of equipment weighing up to approximately 75 pounds may be required.
• Ability to safely and properly use power tools and equipment.
• Ability to safely drive cars, light trucks, tractors, and other motorized vehicles.
• Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the camp operation.
• Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness or injury).
• Ability to climb ladders, walk on building roofs, carry and load luggage, tables, chairs, and other program equipment.
• Ability to walk/hike several miles daily, at various grades, elevations, and on uneven terrain.
• Possess endurance including prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Willing to live in camp setting and work irregular hours delivering program in the facility available.
• Operate with daily exposure to various weather conditions and animals such as bugs, snakes, bats, raccoons, and other wilderness animals common to the area. 

Girl Scouts of Northern California (GSNorCal) is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Our mission is to build girls and employees of courage, confidence, and character while working to make the world a better place for all people. This work includes our commitment to become an anti-racist organization through learning and practice. Together with our youth, we strive to provide diverse, equitable and inclusive spaces where girls, volunteers, and staff feel they belong. Working at GSNorCal is a commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression in alignment with our Culture Code and Volunteer Policy for Building Equitable Community.

Applicants are encouraged to apply without regard to age, race (includes hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, creed, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy, childbirth or other related medical condition, marital status, political persuasion or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinances.