Girl Scouts

Mark your calendars for our summer camp job fairs and camp tours (representatives will be available for on site interviews by appointment).

Camp Holloway:

Tuesday, January 5, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 from 10 a.m to 3 p.m.

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Camp Sycamore Hills:

Wednesday, January 6, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Thursday, March 11, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

To schedule your on site summer camp job fair interview, please contact:

Camp Holloway - Missie Bratton at (615) 947-3220 or (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Camp Sycamore Hills - Vickie Craighead at (615) 947-3178 or (JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Summer Camp Job Opportunities Positions are available at both camps unless specified. Positions include room and board; Most require on-site living. All staff must be able to direct camper behavior in positive ways and assist in emergency situations to keep the campers safe. All positions require working in the outdoors, which includes regular exposure to weather conditions prevalent at the time, ie: heat & humidity, rain & storms; exposure to insects & wildlife; walking several miles a day, at a brisk pace and on uneven terrain and climbing stairs. Employee must be able to lift up to 20 pounds, unless otherwise noted.

Unit Team:

Unit Leader – minimum age 18 - Responsible for campers and counselors in the units and for managing unit schedules. Must have the ability to supervise, organize and provide safe, fun activities. One year of resident camp experience preferred. Patience and a sense of humor a must. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Unit Counselor – minimum age 18 - Work with unit leader in providing a safe environment for the campers. Directly supervise campers in daily activities and foster a positive camp experience. Ability to play and have fun is a must.

Horse Program Unit Leader (Camp Sycamore Hills) - minimum age 18 - Responsible for campers and counselors in the horse program unit and for managing the unit schedules. Must have the ability to supervise, organize and provide safe, fun activities. Must be comfortable around horses and be familiar with basic horsemanship. One year of resident camp experience preferred. Patience and a sense of humor a must. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Horse Program Unit Counselor (Camp Sycamore Hills) - minimum age 18 - Work with unit leader in providing a safe environment for the campers. Directly supervise campers in daily activities and foster a positive camp experience. Must be comfortable around horses and be familiar with basic horsemanship. Ability to play and have fun is a must.

Program Team:

Nature Counselor - minimum age 18 - Develop and implement age appropriate nature program using resources available at camp. Assist with general unit programming. Experience in outdoor education preferred; a passion for Nature a must. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Drama Counselor - minimum age 18 - Responsible for implementing age appropriate drama program with positive energy to build excitement in the arts. Assist with general unit programming. Experience preferred in dance, theater and music. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred

Dance/Music Counselor - minimum age 18 - Responsible for implementing age appropriate dance and music program with positive energy to build excitement in the arts. Assist with general unit programming. Experience preferred in dance, theater and music. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred

Lead Creative Arts Counselor - minimum age 18 - Supervise camp arts and crafts program. Assist with general unit programming. Supervisory and previous children’s arts and crafts experience preferred; must be creative and organized. Must have 1-2 years experience. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Creative Arts Counselor - minimum age 18 - Responsible for implementing age appropriate camp arts and crafts program. Assist with general unit programming. Supervisory and previous children’s arts and crafts experience preferred; must be creative and organized. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Equestrian Counselors (Camp Sycamore Hills) - minimum age 18 - Care for horses and assist in supervising and leading riding programs. Must be a confident horseback rider and have knowledge of safety around horses. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Lead Ropes Counselor - minimum age 21 - Supervise high/low ropes, rappelling and tree climbing. Keep records and coordinate weekly schedules and staff. Supervisory experience preferred. Experience participating in or supervising these program areas required. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Ropes Counselor - minimum age 18 - Supervise high/low ropes, rappelling and tree climbing. Experience as a participant or facilitator preferred. Assist with general unit programming. Training provided on site during specialty training. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Lead Lifeguard Counselor - minimum age 21 - Supervise waterfront/swimming pool programs. Lifeguard experience and a nationally recognized lifeguard certification required. Current First Aid and CPR certification required.

Lifeguard Counselors - minimum age 18 - Lifeguard at waterfront/swimming pool programs. Assist with general unit programming. Nationally recognized lifeguard certification required. Current First Aid and CPR certification required.

Canoe Counselor (Camp Sycamore Hills) - minimum age 18 - Provide a safe and fun canoeing experience. Assist with general unit programming. Canoeing experience required. Girl Scout canoe certification required; course available during specialty training. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred. Applicant must be able to carry a canoe to and from water on a daily basis.

Archery Counselor - minimum age 18 - Manage a safe and fun archery program. Assist with general unit programming. Archery experience as a participant or facilitator preferred. Archery certification required; course available during specialty training. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Leadership Team:

Assistant Camp Director (Camp Holloway) - minimum age 21 - Work directly with camp director coordinating and supervising camp programs and operations, and assist with staff training. Manage camp checking account and petty cash records. Supervisory and administrative skills and camp experience necessary. Valid driver’s license required. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Operations Director (Camp Sycamore Hills) - minimum age 21 - Supervise camp operations including health care, kitchen and business teams. Manage camp checking account and petty cash records. Supervisory experience in operations management or retail required. Knowledge of ACA Standards preferred. Valid Driver’s license required. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Program Director (Camp Sycamore Hills) - minimum age 21 - Coordinate and supervise program activities. Supervise and provide support to program staff. Supervisory, administrative skills, and experience with a variety of programs necessary. Knowledge of ACA Standards preferred. Valid driver’s license required. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Unit Director (Camp Sycamore Hills) - minimum age 21 - Coordinate, supervise, and evaluate unit leaders and counselors in several camper units. Plan, organize and lead programs and daily activities. Supervisory and administrative skills and camp experience necessary. Valid driver’s license required. Current First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.

Operations Team:

Kitchen Supervisor - minimum age 21 - Supervise kitchen staff and meal preparation for a large group (approximately 200 people at Sycamore and 110 at Holloway each week). Plan menus, order, prepare and serve food. Assure that kitchen exceeds passing score on Health Department site visits. Food management experience and Food Service certification required. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. On site living not required.

Cook - minimum age 18 - Assist food supervisor in preparing meals for large groups (approximately 200 people at Sycamore and 110 at Holloway each week). Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Experience preferred. On site living not required.

Kitchen Staff - minimum age 18 - Assist with food preparation, dishwashing and general kitchen duties. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. No experience required. On site living not required.

Health Care Supervisor - minimum age 21 - Administer all medications, maintain health records, and handle all medical concerns. Current RN certification or experienced health care professional preferred. Valid driver’s license required. Current First Aid and CPR certifications required. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Health Care Assistant - minimum age 21 - Work with health care supervisor attending to medical concerns and maintaining health records. Nursing students or experienced health care professional preferred. Valid driver’s license required. Current First Aid and CPR certifications required. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Wellness Counselor (Camp Sycamore Hills) - minimum age 21 - Work with the health care supervisor and resident camp director to support homesick and upset campers and staff, assist with medical concerns, and maintain health records. College students studying social work, psychology or related degree or experienced mental health professional preferred. Valid driver’s license required. Current First Aid and CPR certification required. Must be able to lift 25 pounds.

The Membership Manager is responsible for providing direct delivery of services to girls and adult volunteers through management of assigned membership service area. Administers plan of work for membership, growth and retention. This position is located in our Murfreesboro Office.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Ensures service area meets annual girl and adult membership goals resulting in a 15,000 troop girls by 2011. Specific service area goals are set annually with input from the Director of Membership.
• Assists the Director of Membership in the overall planning and administration of the geographic service area related to goals of the plan of work.
• Prioritizes goals and ensures that service area has a written membership plan based on demographics, membership trends and other market data.
• Develops long-range strategies and plans focusing on the following:

-Increase girl membership through innovative and impact programs.

-Increase girl and adult retention levels.

-Increase volunteer knowledge, skills, and attitudes.

-Build girl and adult diversity.

-Create an atmosphere of understanding and appreciation of diversity within Girl Scouting.

• Coordinates and integrates with other departments’ operations to ensure successful implementation of programs, events and delivery systems.
• Responsible for development, implementation and evaluation of innovative new ways of extending membership to all communities within the service area.
• Oversees community, volunteer, and financial support and collaborations including supporting the interface and cultivation of United Way and other funding agencies throughout the service area.
• Participates in solicitation calls/presentations to key donors.
• Develops and implements a plan to ensure Girl Scout visibility locally and cultivate community relationships and support.
• Positions Girl Scouting as a key community partner and expert in addressing girls’ issues.
• Works with the Communications team to ensure that Girl Scout activities are publicized throughout the service area.
• Participates in targeted community network opportunities and takes leadership roles in the community.
• Resolves conflicts and provides advice and guidance to volunteers.
• Accepts additional responsibilities and performs other duties as delegated by the Director of Membership.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma required; Bachelors degree preferred, related work experience may be substituted for degree.
• Successful track record of managing multiple projects.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information and resolve conflicts.
• Ability and experience in development and administration of budgets.
• Exceptional customer service, proven organizational, strong written, oral, and creative problem solving skills.
• Possess a professional attitude and strong work ethic.
• Computer proficiency required.
• Ability to accommodate a flexible work schedule and be willing to travel within an assigned territory.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of staff and volunteers.
• Belief in the purpose, values, and mission of Girl Scouts of the USA and the Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

EOE/M/F/D/V

The community fund helps the Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee pay for programs and equipment that help shape the overall Girl Scout experience in your community. This volunteer role is for those that have experience in development, sales and money solicitation. Complete the volunteer sign up form to begin sourcing funds that make the Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee strong.

Being a part of our camps is a great way to get involved with girls in outdoor settings. Day camps run year round and generally last 3 to 5 days, with day and evening hours. Check out our Camp section to learn more about our Girl Scout day and resident camps, as well as other camp activities.

Service units are groups of troops in a given geographical area. These groups provide service support to volunteers like you and the Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee council. These positions deal with overall troop management in your area and have varying level to time commitment and activity. Complete the volunteer sign up form to begin helping Girl Scout troops in your area.

For those that carry both the heart of a teacher and professional expertise to help leaders and other volunteers become successful adult Girl Scouts. Training is offered throughout our 39 counties, and runs year-round. Classes are offered during both day and evening hours, as well as on weekends. Complete the volunteer sign up form to begin giving adult Girl Scouts the valuable tools they need.

For adults who may not be able to commit to a long-term project, there are opportunities to get involved with girls and troops by leading programs that match both your expertise and availability. Some of these programs involve professional and financial planning, outdoor adventure, college planning, patch and badge earning, community service and much more! Check out our Programs section to see what's available.

Troop leaders serve as key role models to girls and are at the center of the Girl Scout Movement. Time commitment can vary and the provided training gives you the necessary tools to be a successful troop leader. As a leader, you have flexibility in helping the girls take ownership in their activities as a troop. Fill out our volunteer sign up form to start shaping the lives of girls!