JOB TYPE: Salary, Exempt

LOCATION: Camp Ginger Cascades, Lenoir, NC

Hybrid opportunity available

Summary:

The Outdoor Experience Manager (OEM) develops, retains and increases girl and adult membership through planning and implementing engaging, dynamic outdoor programming. They are responsible for the overall camping and outdoor program management, including seasonal staffing, program design and delivery, program marketing and risk management. The incumbent is responsible for providing outdoor programming in their assigned communities. The OEM builds and maintains strategic partnerships with local organizations, businesses and interest groups in furtherance of the council's overall goals.

What you will do:

• Manage outdoor experience programming in the council’s jurisdiction that could include:
  • Management of weekend programming
  • Management of overnight and day camp programming
  • Recruiting, training and management of seasonal staff and year-round staff
  • Coordinating services of all program and site vendors (food, supplies, program providers, etc.)
  • Risk management, safety, security and crisis communication plans
  • Development and delivery of all program activities for assigned camps, program sites, and geographic regions.
• Build and maintain partnerships with area organizations, businesses and interest groups that enhance program offerings to our membership.
• Provide leadership, coaching, feedback and development to seasonal staff ensuring measurable goals and accountabilities for customer service and member experience are set and achieved.
• Provide program support, development and training to members and troops in assigned areas.
• Serve as an expert resource for staff and volunteers on the Girl Scout Leadership Experience program model, staying up-to-date and informed of expansion and changes in the evolution of the
• Establish and manage proactive risk management practices that address safety within the camp experience and environment for staff and Provide leadership to staff in this area and in crisis response.
• Provide an annual calendar of program activities designed to meet the needs of the girls
• Conduct program evaluations. Develop and maintain a quantifiable evaluation process and report to senior leadership regarding achievement of outcomes.
• Design and implement an outdoor experience marketing plan to meet attendance goals and maximize attendance.
• Participate in the development of the budget for assigned programs, camps and sites and manage budget for assigned areas.
• Manage ACA accreditation process and ensure assigned program sites meet or exceed evaluation criteria to maintain accreditation.
• Engage cross-functionally with teammates to fully support annual council membership recruitment and retention plans.
• Participate actively in developing environments that foster diversity, equity, inclusion belonging, and access through words, actions, and Ensure work plans are designed to enhance the diversity of our membership.
• Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.

Who we are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in recreation, education, non-profit management or related field or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience
• Minimum of two years of demonstrated experience in youth program development and management of camp programs, including supervision of employed staff.
• Demonstrated competency in community organizing, planning, time management and problem-solving/conflict management.
• Willingness and ability to work regular and varied hours, including some evenings and most weekends; extended days and hours during summer camp season
• Willingness and ability to live on-site during the summer camp season, which may include moving between up to three camp
• ACA Standards Visitor status or willingness to obtain
• Certification in or ability to become certified in first aid and one or more of the following: lifeguard instructor, archery instructor, boating and Training can be provided.
• Experience overseeing seasonal food service staff and health staff

What else do you need:

• Subscribe to the principles of the Girl Scout Movement and become and remain a registered member of GSUSA, Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont.
• Successfully pass criminal and driver background investigation.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license, valid auto insurance, acceptable driving record and access to a vehicle on a daily basis and willingness and ability to travel throughout the council’s geographic area.

Who we are:

We are the preeminent leadership development organization for girls. Girl Scouts offers girls a chance to practice a lifetime of leadership, adventure and success. With support from dedicated adult volunteers, parents and staff, Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont (GSCP2P) delivers the Girl Scout experience in 40 counties across central and western North Carolina.

Why you want to work here:

• At Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont, we have a clear vision: to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay and do their best work to ensure every girl has the opportunity to be a Girl Scout.
• Flexibility for office-based, hybrid or primarily remote work is available for most roles.
• Generous leave - 3.75 weeks paid vacation, 12 sick days annually, 10 paid holidays annually including Juneteenth, PLUS the week between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
• Benefits available include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability and 401k. Free life and long-term disability insurance as well as telemedicine access and a casual work environment.
• We are a dynamic, fun team of professionals who love providing a meaningful and impactful experience to girls and volunteers in our 40-county footprint in North Carolina.

We are an at-will, equal opportunity employer.