Job Description

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.

The Camp Ranger at Alice Chester supports Girl Scout programming by providing hands-on work to keep our facilities and grounds in great shape year-round. Reporting to the Site Manager, the Camp Ranger provides custodial care, routine maintenance, and seasonal readiness for Camp Alice Chester programs and events. This role serves as a friendly and responsive presence and is vital to creating a safe and welcoming environment, for campers, volunteers, and visitors.

Part-time role with flexible scheduling including some evening and weekends.

• October 15 – April 15 (20 hours weekly)
• April 15 – October 15 (25-28 hours weekly)

What You’ll Do

• Maintain council building and grounds, which includes custodial care, grounds maintenance, and occasional snow removal.
• Perform janitorial services including emptying garbage, sweeping and mopping floors, stripping and buffing floors, and deep cleaning of all interiors. Restock units as needed.
• Perform maintenance services such as painting, landscaping, snow removal, and carpentry appropriate to ability and job scope.
• Assist with volunteer service projects to complete annual tasks.
• Prepare the site for summer camp programs and events.
• Provide coverage on occasional weekends including checking in campers and providing site support such as snow removal and responding to camper’s concerns.
• Create a sense of belonging for team members and guests at the camp by displaying a friendly and approachable attitude.
• Be a team player and relate positively to campers, volunteers, other staff, and visitors.

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.

Requirements

Who You are and Keys to Success:

• A minimum of 18 years of age and one year’s experience working in custodial, landscaping, or hands-on experience with general maintenance projects.
• Occasional travel to other sites is required. Possess a valid driver’s license and use of your own vehicle are preferred. If so, you must comply with the council’s automobile insurance policy limits and have a driving record that meets the requirements of the council’s business auto insurance carrier. If you are unable to drive, a transportation plan must be submitted and approved prior to an official offer being made.
• Work independently, be adaptable to changing priorities and display good judgement and decision making.
• Display a commitment to customer responsiveness.
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills with staff and volunteers from diverse backgrounds.
• Can work flexible hours to support peak program periods, including some weekends throughout the year. Occasionally assigned weekends, ability to respond to camp within 30 minutes on designated weekends.
• Have practical Do-it-yourself (DIY) skills, along with a willingness to learn new tasks.
• Ability to work in rustic outdoors in various weather conditions up to four hours at a time and walk or hike in wooded areas and on uneven natural paths.
• Can safely work on ladders, scaffolding, and roofs; and conduct visual inspections to identify maintenance and janitorial needs in alignment with GSWISE standards.
• Ability to safely operate snow removal equipment, camp vehicles, and trailers with training. Previous experience with snow removal equipment a preferred. Ability to safely operate and maintain power tools and equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, chain saws, carpentry saws, drills, generators, compressors, and welders).
• Willingness to subscribe to the philosophy of the Girl Scout program and joining as a Girl Scout member which includes paying a membership fee, either annually or as a life-time member.
• Employees must frequently stand for extended periods of time. The employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination needed to safely operate power tools and equipment. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Position Title: Camp Ranger

Operating Unit: Finance/Property

Report To: Site Manager

FSLA: Non-Exempt

FTE: Part Time 20-28 hours/week, varies by season