Who We Are
Girl Scouts create the world they want to live in and strive to make it better every single day. They explore their strengths, take on new challenges, and can always be themselves, regardless of background or ability. Working for Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast (GSWISE) is much more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to bring your talent, passion, and perspective to a girl-centric, mission driven organization. We are seeking individuals committed to making a difference and are enthusiastic team players who want to join an organization with a proud history and a growing future. Joining our staff means working to your full potential in a dynamic and diverse environment that strives for equity for all.
Position Summary
Provide specialized programming in rock climbing, high & low ropes courses. Uphold all policy, procedures, and safety standards for the wellbeing of staff and campers. Be an active participant in campers’ experience and camp community. This seasonal full-time position is needed at Camp Alice Chester in East Troy, WI from May 18th, 2026, through August 14th, 2026.
What You’ll Do
- Plan, organize and implement specialty programming that is appropriate for each age level.
- Oversees programming on climbing wall, high and low ropes courses.
- Be responsible for the health and safety of all participants; adults and children alike.
- Maintain an organized, inventory, and clean facility, equipment, and supplies; report needed repairs.
- Complete daily checks of equipment, rock wall, and ropes courses; report issues to Camp Program Directors.
- Send in any equipment that needs to be repaired.
- Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and care of supplies, equipment, and property.
- Train staff to become comfortable with equipment and resources accompanied with the rock wall, and ropes courses.
- Provide belaying instruction and supervision to staff and/or volunteers.
- Supervise campers’ participation in structured and unstructured activities.
- Supervise Challenge Course Facilitator staff.
- Interpret, enforce and implement state, American Camp Association and Girl Scouts safety guidelines and standards.
- Ability to adjust quickly when scheduled activities need to change and/or are no longer able to be done.
- Provide adult to child ratio outside of specialty areas.
- Keep records, create reports, and return completed paperwork on time.
- Assist in the opening and closing of camp for the season.
- Participate in the upkeep and cleaning of camp and units.
- Ability to be flexible, adaptable, and creative.
- Engage in learning to build skills towards respectfully interacting with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, and races.
- Other duties as assigned.
Who You Are & Keys to Success
- At least 21 years of age.
- Willingness and availability to be trained in ACCT Level 1 certification prior to start of camp season.
- 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 50lbs.
- 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.
These Skills are a Plus
- ACCT Level 1 Certification for high ropes, low ropes, and auto belays.
- First Aid/CPR certification.
EEO & Anti-Racist Statement
The Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast (GSWISE) has a vision for a deeply inclusive membership, staff, and volunteers. To foster a culture of belonging while providing equitable service delivery above and beyond Equal Opportunity requirements, GSWISE candidates must be committed towards cultural competency growth and to work within diverse teams. Our Girl Scout Law demands we seek racial equity for everyone and do our part to dismantle systemic racism. GSWISE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
$660.00/per week, includes room and board
