Summer Operations Assistant

Gsctx; Belton (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Girl Scouts of Central Texas in Belton, TX, seeks a Summer Operations Assistant to support off-site programming, camper transport, and camp operations. You will photograph activities, assist with office tasks, and step in for various camp roles as needed.

The role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, teamwork, and a positive, inclusive environment for campers aged six to seventeen. Seasonal position with weekly rate.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and serving the public.
• Extremely organized, detail-oriented, and takes initiative.
• Ability to commit to Girl Scout values and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Drive a 12-passenger van with campers and staff to off-site programs.
• Perform daily/weekly vehicle safety checks as required.
• Take quality photos of camp programming using the camp camera.
• Support Summer Office Assistant with record keeping and organization.
• Stand in for various camp roles (food services, programming, office).
• Assist with travel program loading/unloading and preparation.
• Promote inclusivity and maintain a professional, confidential demeanor.

Skills

Customer service

Organized

Detail-oriented

Risk management

Driving coordination

Education

High School Diploma/GED

College hours/experience preferred

Job description

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Summer Operations Assistant

PROGRAMS Seasonal BLUEBONNET SHORES, Belton, TX, US

Girl Scouts of Central Texas

Job Description

Job Title: Summer Operations Assistant

FLSA Status: Seasonal

Department : Camp Services

Reports To: Camp Manager

Location: Bluebonnet Shores Girl Scout Camp Rate:$350/week

Rate: $350/week

Job Purpose: The Summer Operations Assistant is responsible for the transportation of campers for any off-site programming, including but not limited to visiting local state parks, horse riding lessons, off-site camping, and more. The Summer Operations Assistant will also be responsible for camp photography of different programs around camp as well as aiding any areas around camp as needed.

Essential Functions

• Drive a 12-passenger van with campers and staff to and from any off-site programming.
• Responsible for the daily and weekly camp vehicle safety checks as required by the American Camp Association.
• Using the camp camera, take quality photos of camp programming in action.
• Provides assistance to the Summer Office Assistant in record keeping and office organization.
• Acts as stand in as needed for the various roles around camp, including but not limited to food services, programming, office, and unit staff.
• Assists the GSCTX Outdoor Program Senior Specialist in the preparation, loading, and unloading of travel-based programs.
• Be a role model for campers and staff in your attitude and behavior.
• Work with and teach children ages six through seventeen.
• Assisting with daily, weekly, and end of season camp cleaning responsibilities.
• Engages in problem-solving skills, by clarifying desired information, researching, locating and delivering findings and solutions.
• Displays professional demeanor, and integrity at all times.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
• Ability to effectively interact, work, and collaborate with people of various cultural backgrounds and promote an environment of inclusivity.
• Adheres to the policies of the Girl Scouts of Central Texas and promotes Girl Scouting in a positive manner to the public as well as to all internal and external customers.
• Continuous work as a team member and ability to work independently with some supervision.
• Frequent work under stress and under pressure of deadlines with overlapping projects.
• Continuous ability to work well with others.
• Performs other duties or assists other projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 25 years of age by June 6, 2027.
• Must have and maintain a valid TX driver’s license, a safe driving record, current vehicle insurance, reliable transportation, and be willing and able to drive campers to off-site locations.
• Adheres to Personnel Policies for Summer Camp Staff.
• Experience in customer service and serving the public.
• Extremely organized, detail-oriented, and takes initiative.
• Exhibits good judgment and risk management assessment skills.
• Ability to make a commitment to the philosophy of Girl Scouting, both nationally and locally.
• Ability to effectively interact, work, and collaborate with people of various cultural backgrounds and promote an environment of inclusivity.
• Satisfactory results from a criminal background check are required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Residing on camp property is preferred; may need to live in units with campers.
• College hours/professional experience preferred.
• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Fluent in Spanish and English is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending and twisting upper body.
• Capable of lifting up to 50lbs.
• Capable of viewing computer monitor for long periods.
• Continuous requirement for professional demeanor and appropriate camp staff attire at all times.
• Continuous outdoor activity and exposure to weather.

Important Note: The information contained in this job description is intended to outline the general nature and scope of work being performed by an employee assigned to this position. It is not intended to be construed as a contract, or as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and capabilities required of a person employed in this capacity. Job descriptions are subject to change at the discretion of the Girl Scouts of Central Texas.

Girl Scouts of Central Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.