Activity Manager

This position pays $16.90 per hour while in training, and a $130 daily rate while working at camp.

The Activity Manager oversees camp programming and waterfront operations, ensuring safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate activities in compliance with American Camp Association (ACA) standards and council policies. This role supervises program staff and lifeguards, coordinates daily activity schedules, and ensures the safe operation of multiple waterfront areas, including swimming and small watercraft. The Activity Manager plays a key leadership role in maintaining program quality, staff supervision, and risk management throughout the camp session.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and support program specialists and lifeguards.
• Coordinate daily activity and waterfront schedules to ensure smooth operations and appropriate supervision ratios.
• Oversee safe operation of multiple waterfront areas (swim lake and canoe lake), including conducting swim tests and maintaining proper swimmer classifications.
• Ensure aquatics safety documentation, equipment inspections, and emergency action plans are maintained in accordance with ACA standards.
• Monitor program quality, camper engagement, and adherence to safety and behavior standards.
• Maintain activity equipment and supply inventories.
• Support staff training, coaching, and performance feedback throughout the camp session.
• Participate in emergency drills and respond appropriately to incidents in collaboration with the Camp Director.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive camp culture aligned with Girl Scout values.
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Current Lifeguard Certification required, or willingness and ability to obtain prior to the start of camp (training can be provided)
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification required, or willingness and ability to obtain prior to the start of camp (training can be provided)
• Current Waterfront Module and Basic Canoeing Certification required, or willingness and ability to obtain prior to the start of camp (training can be provided)
• Experience supervising youth programs and staff preferred.
• Experience managing waterfront or aquatics programming preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of camp programming best practices.
• Ability to model Girl Scout values and create a physically and emotionally safe, inclusive environment for all participants.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and meet council insurance eligibility requirements; be comfortable operating council vehicles, including large passenger vans, as needed.
• Complete any required driver authorization or safety training prior to transporting campers or staff.
• Ability to reside on-site during camp sessions.

STANDARD SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

• Employment Status
  • Seasonal camp positions are temporary and contingent upon enrollment, program needs, and funding. Employment dates will be specified in individual offer letters. All seasonal employees are employed at-will in accordance with state law.
• Background Screening & Compliance
  • Successful completion of required background screening is mandatory prior to employment.
  • Employees must comply with Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) standards, council policies, American Camp Association (ACA) standards (as applicable), and all local and state regulations.
• Required Training & Certifications
  • Attendance at mandatory pre-season training is required.
  • Employees must complete youth protection, safety, emergency procedures, and mandated reporter training prior to working with campers.
  • Required certifications must remain current for the duration of employment.
• Work Schedule & Residency Expectations
  • Seasonal positions require flexibility, including evenings and weekends.
  • Extended hours are common during active camp sessions.
  • Residential positions require on-site living during assigned camp sessions, including shared housing and facilities.
  • Employees must be able to work in a youth-centered environment with limited personal electronic device use during program hours in accordance with camp policies.
• Physical & Environmental Requirements
  • Camp positions operate in active outdoor environments. Employees must be able to:
    • Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
    • Stand, walk, and remain active for extended periods.
    • Lift and/or move up to 25–50 pounds.
    • Respond appropriately and effectively in emergency situations.

GSHCC Community Statement

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) is a girl-centric and performance-driven community. At GSHCC, our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Across 18 counties, we offer an array of programming and perspectives with the goal of ensuring all girls, volunteers, and staff have a safe space, where they can learn and grow and be their authentic selves.

Girl Scout Law

Girl Scouts of all ages recite—and live by—the ideals listed in the Girl Scout Promise and Law. They remind us to do our best in being kind to others, respecting ourselves, making the world a better place, and so much more.

As a member of GSHCC staff, I will do my best to be:

honest and fair

friendly and helpful

considerate and caring

courageous and strong

responsible for what I say and do

respect myself and others

respect authority

use resources wisely

and make the world a better place and be a sister to every Girl Scout

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