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.

Provide specialized programs, leadership, and consulting in sports, games, hatchet throwing and archery. Live in units and participate in unit programs when not planning or in specialty areas. This seasonal full-time position is needed at Camp Alice Chester in East Troy, WI from May 26, 2026, through July 25, 2026.

What You’ll Do

• Plan, organize and implement sports and games programming that is in accordance with the camp curriculum.
• Request needed supplies according to protocol, and timely manner.
• Maintain an organized inventory, clean facility, equipment, and supplies; report needed repairs.
• Train staff to become comfortable with equipment and resources available for unit time use.
• Provide supervision and instruction of field games, teambuilding, and unstructured play time.
• Set up for a Sports Party.
• Provide supervision and instruction for target sports.
• Ability to manage multiple units in a period. Create and assemble outdoor skills programs for back up and rainy-day activities.
• Provide adult to camper ratio in and out of specialty areas.
• Supervise campers’ participation in structured and unstructured activities.
• Interpret, enforce and implement state, American Camp Association and Girl Scouts safety guidelines and standards.
• Keep records, create reports, and return completed paperwork on time.
• Assist in the opening and closing of the camp.
• Participate with the upkeep and cleaning of camp and units.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Who You Are & Keys to Success

• At least 18 years of age.
• Interest, experience, and/or training in specific program specialty.
• Comfort and ability to live, sleep, and work in a rustic outdoor environment with irregular work hours.
• Physical demands and work environments regularly require the employee to walk, hike, and work outdoors in wooded areas.
• Ability to lift 40lbs.
• 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

• Experience and/or training in specific program specialty.
• First Aid/CPR certification
• Target Sports certification or willingness to obtain.

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.