JOB DESCRIPTION
Reports To:
Vice President of Camps & Outdoor Leadership
Location:
Camp Gambill, Paris/Sumner, TX – hybrid work arrangement possible for residence in DFW or other nearby area
About Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas:
Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas (GSNETX) offers amazing opportunities for talented, forward-thinking individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better.
Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls’ lives and in the world. At Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas, you can build a rewarding career in everything from working hands-on with girls, to accounting, human resources and project management, to marketing, research—and more.
Job Summary:
Camp Gambill is a year-round camp with more than 80 bedspaces and a strong waterfront program situated on approximately 60 acres along Lake Gibbons near Paris, Texas, and open since 1947. The Camp Director is responsible for mission delivery oversight, planning, and strong staff leadership of day and overnight camp programs serving Girl Scout campers, volunteers, and families through summer camp, weekend camping, and special events. This team member serves as the primary onsite director of program operations, with the goal of providing consistent, high-quality experiences of belonging and growth for all visitors. The position reports to the Vice President of Camps & Outdoor Leadership and is a key member of a team stewarding four camp properties dedicated to building girls of courage, confidence, and character through community life outdoors.
Essential Functions:
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Mission-Driven Leadership. Champion the Girl Scout mission by creating a welcoming, inclusive camp environment that reflects organizational priorities, traditions, and the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Represent camp in the community and contribute to long-term property planning and development efforts.
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Staff & Volunteer Management. Hire, train, supervise, and support permanent and seasonal staff and volunteers in alignment with team priorities and shared plans. Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
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Program & Visitor Experience Oversight. Lead the design and delivery of engaging, safe, and inclusive programs such as summer camp, weekend camping, and special events in cooperation with broader team. Ensure high-quality visitor experiences and accommodations for diverse needs.
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Facilities & Operations Management. Oversee daily operations including activities, dining services, housekeeping, maintenance, vendor coordination, and emergency response. Ensure all infrastructure and services meet safety, health, and regulatory standards.
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Administrative & Financial Leadership. Develop and manage camp budgets, collaborate on administrative systems, and ensure efficient operations across scheduling, communications, evaluation, supply procurement, and more.
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Safety, Compliance & Risk Management. Maintain compliance with ACA standards, state health codes, and Girl Scout policies. Ensure the health and safety of all visitors, including emergency preparedness and implementation of emergency procedures.
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Community & Partner Engagement. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to grow participation, enhance programming, and expand volunteer support.
Other:
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This position generally works Wednesdays through Sundays during fall, winter, and spring, with some flexible scheduling to oversee weekend work and special events as needed. This position generally works Wednesdays through Sundays during summer, with long days and evening work. Willingness to work a flexible schedule is essential.
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Be active outdoors in variable weather conditions all year, including walking around camp on uneven terrain
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Be welcoming, respectful, enthusiastic, and professional with colleagues, members of all ages, and the public at all times
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Must be able to travel within established geographic areas and council service centers, as necessary
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Must have reliable transportation, hold a valid driver’s license and meet GSNETX driving record & automobile insurance requirements
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Performs other duties, as assigned
Core Competencies:
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Camp Program Leadership
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Staff Management
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Project Management
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Budget Management
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Customer Experience
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Written and Verbal Communication
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Critical Thinking/Problem Solving
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Team Building/Collaboration
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Lifeguarding and Boating
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Outdoor Activities
Job Qualifications:
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5+ years professional management experience in recreation, camp, outdoor education, youth programming, hospitality, or related field, with site operations experience preferred
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Bachelors degree in recreation, environmental education, youth development, natural resources, public or business administration, or related field preferred
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Passion for outdoor activities
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Experience working with youth
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Experience with diverse audiences
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Experience supervising staff and providing dynamic leadership to teams
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Experience managing a budget
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Highly comfortable in a waterfront setting
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Experience teaching or facilitating groups
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Demonstrated project management skills
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Highly organized
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
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Computer literacy, especially in Microsoft Office programs
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Demonstrate and promote a climate of courtesy, respect and professionalism to coworkers, the volunteers served by this council, and others with whom this job puts them in contact.
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Upon employment, employee must register as an adult member in the Girl Scout organization and subscribe to the tenets of the Girl Scout Promise and Law.
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Attendance is an essential job requirement defined as having regular, consistent, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance including the ability to work regular hours and shifts, before and after hours, and on weekends, when required.
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Must complete and pass a criminal background check.
Our Organization’s Cultural Values:
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We are relevant.
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We strive for equity.
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We put our stakeholders first.
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We collaborate to get the best results.
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We own our work.
Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made as required by law in an attempt to enable an individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time; key and/or control objects; interact extensively with internal and external customers; occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and occasionally travel within the state.
Certifications/Licenses:
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Obtain and maintain current First Aid/CPR certification within three (3) months of hire.
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Obtain and maintain current Waterfront Lifeguard certification within three (3) months of hire.
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Obtain and maintain current Lifeguard Instructor certification within three (3) months of hire.
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Complete and maintain Small Craft Safety Training within three (3) months of
