Outdoor Program - On Call Staff - Girl Scouts of Colorado

GSCO celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Girl Scouts of Colorado offers amazing opportunities for talented, forward-thinking, innovative individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better.

Girl Scouts has been equipping girls to achieve their full potential more than 100 years-and today, Girl Scouts stands as the preeminent leadership development organization for girls, with 2.5 million members across the nation and around the globe.

At Girl Scouts of Colorado, we serve more than 20,000 members and we believe all girls should have the opportunity to reach their full potential and all girls have the power to change the world.

Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls' lives and in the world!

You will be joining a supportive and flexible work environment with team members who work together to champion girl ambition. We are on a mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. The right candidate won't just be promoting a program. Their work will impact and change future generations!

Outdoor Program Staff General Duties: Outdoor Program On-Call staff lead year-round weekend programs and trips across the state for Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO).

This position is responsible for facilitating activities including outdoor adventure sports, environmental education, and camp games and programs. This position is responsible for delivering high quality outdoor adventure programs that highlight high adventure, technical skill development, and leadership opportunities Girl Scout members.

This position will support the Outdoor Adventure Club program, Troop Camps & Programs, and support other special events as needed. The scope of work is varied and includes the following program models: full weekend overnight camps, day only programs, teen outdoor adventure programs, and special events. Programs and trips occur at various locations across the state, generally at Girl Scout owned properties along the Front Range with camping trips and mountain travel in the summer.

This position offers a very flexible schedule depending on staff availability. Staff self-select programs they are available for on a quarterly basis and schedules are determined at least four weeks before each event. The work schedule could include entire weekend (Friday through Sunday) programs, some weekday evenings, and some weekdays. Anticipate one to two weekends of work per month and/or up to two weekdays or weekday evenings depending on time of year.

This opportunity is a great way to add work experience and desirable skills to your resume - especially for those pursuing a degree in education or recreation!

Desired Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Documented training, experience or certification that demonstrates a history of working with youth, preferably in an outdoor setting.
• Current or willing to obtain any of the following certifications: CPR/First Aid, Archery, USA Level 1 instructor, American Canoe Association Paddle Sports Facilitator, Wilderness First Aid.
• Ability to design, implement and facilitate activities in specialized program areas.
• Ability to teach children in an informal outdoor setting.
• Ability to maintain safety and risk management standards.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to changing situations.
• Ability to pass all required background checks as required by GSCO.
• This role requires a non-restricted driver's license, active car insurance, active vehicle registration, and reliable transportation that may require bringing equipment and supplies to programs sites.
• Must be fluent in speaking, reading, & writing English
• Bilingual and bicultural abilities are a plus!
• Must be 18+
• Physical ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and walk up to five miles in a day on uneven terrain and dirt roads.

Salary: This position pays $18.50 per hour. May pay more per hour dependent on certification(s) held.

Benefits: Sick Leave accrued based on worked hours in alignment with Colorado requirements.

We encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Our workplace is inclusive, and we strive to create an accessible and accommodating environment for all employees. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding accommodations for disabilities, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you are invited to interview and require accommodations, please inform us in advance so that we can make the necessary arrangements to ensure a smooth and accessible interview experience. If you have questions about accessibility or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at careers@gscolorado.org or 877-404-5708. We are here to help.

Girl Scouts of Colorado celebrates diversity and values the strengths that come with having a diverse community. People from historically marginalized groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Girl Scouts of Colorado (GSCO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: GSCO is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at GSCO are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations where we operate. GSCO will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://girlscoutsco.workbrightats.com/jobs/1086765-286147.html

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://girlscoutsco.workbrightats.com/jobs/1086765-286147.html