Marine Landing Camp Experience Coordinator

Position Information

Dates of Employment: Spring 2026 - August 2026

Company Overview

Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles (“GSGLA”) is the largest girl-serving nonprofit agency in the Los Angeles region. Our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. www.girlscoutsla.org.

Our core values of Integrity, Clarity of Purpose, Accountability and Respect represent how we behave on a day-to-day basis. These are the specific behaviors that are imperative and encouraged in our company culture. 

We are committed to building a diverse staff that reflects the communities we work alongside, and we value diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplace.

We encourage all qualified individuals to apply, and strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. In addition, reach out to us if you are a candidate whose disability prevents you from being able to complete our online application.

Position Summary

The Camp Experience Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the management of overall camp operations. Additionally, the coordinator focuses on the creation of program materials and activities to create positive camper experiences.

Marine Landing Day Camp

Marine Landing is a waterfront facility with its own private beach. Daily activities for campers include kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding and swimming. Due to the nature and number of aquatic activities, every staff member at Marine Landing is required to be lifeguard certified. Training is provided before camp begins, if needed. This camp is the perfect location for those who have a strong comfort in the water, want to spend their summer outside and make friends and memories that will last a lifetime. 

The camp operates with daily exposure to various weather conditions and animals such as bugs, raccoons, and other wilderness animals common to the area.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement programs for all areas of camp.  
   • Plan, organize, and deliver program activities that align with camp objectives and camper abilities.
   • Create program facilitator guides to ensure staff deliver consistent and appropriate activities.
2. Participate as a member of the camp administrative team to develop, implement and evaluate program activities and schedules for all areas of camp.
   • Participate enthusiastically in all camp activities, providing support and guidance to those assigned as leaders. 
   • Share observations and improvement suggestions to the Outdoor Program Supervisor relating to camp program and staff performance.
   • Participate in supporting evening programs, special events, and other activities or functions involving the entire camp. 
   • Assist in the planning and implementation of staff training.  
   • Attend, participate in, and lead staff meetings as required. 
   • Assist where needed with camper “check-in” and “check-out”.
3. Provide a safe and enjoyable program that complies with GSGLA, state, and industry standards.
   • Adhere to all safety and security protocols and ensure protocols are followed by camp staff.
   • Provide outstanding customer service to families.
   • Be an inspiring role model by communicating clearly, building strong relationships, encouraging inclusivity, connecting with others, and motivating youth.
4. Act as lifeguard during waterfront activities to ensure camper safety.
   • Provide surveillance during aquatic activities to camp standards.
   • Understand and implement appropriate response to changes in water or weather conditions affecting the waterfront.
   • Facilitate swim tests to evaluate swimming abilities of campers and staff.
5. Other duties as assigned.
    

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be 18 years of age or be a high school graduate by the start of camp.
• Must be available for 10 weeks of day camp (June 15, 2026 - August 21, 2026) and training dates that will be scheduled prior to camp.
• Must hold valid American Red Cross “Lifeguarding with CPR/AED For the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Waterfront Skills” certification throughout the position’s employment dates listed.  Training will be available. 
• Must have documented experience teaching or interacting with youth programs.
• Must submit a basic health history form as set by the American Camping Association. 
• Ability to spend time sitting, utilizing the computer, standing, and walking throughout the facilities.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds periodically. 
• Must possess endurance including prolonged standing with some bending, stooping, and stretching.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Recommended Education, Training and Experience

• College credits in health, child development, education, psychology, or related field.

GSGLA Employee Requirements

• Comply with state-mandated reporter training
• Attend GSGLA signature events and/or other activities as assigned
• Must successfully complete a Live Scan and background check

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