Outdoor Experience Manager
Company: Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont, Inc.
Location: Greensboro
Posted on: January 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: REPORTS TO:
Director of Outdoor Experience & Property FLSA CLASSIFICATION:
Exempt DATE: January 2026 GRADE: 5 LOCATION: Hybrid – remote
assigned service center / camp property; requires living on site at
assigned camp during overnight camping season (May - August)
SUMMARY OF POSITION The Outdoor Experience Manager (OEM) develops,
retains and increases girl and adult membership through planning
and implementing engaging, dynamic outdoor programming. They are
responsible for the overall camping and outdoor program management,
including seasonal staffing, program design and delivery of summer
camp and year-round programs, program marketing and risk
management. The incumbent is responsible for providing outdoor
programming at council-owned properties and in partnership with
community partners. The OEM builds and maintains these strategic
partnerships with local organizations, businesses and interest
groups to further council's overall goals. ACCOUNTABILITIES Manage
outdoor experience programming in the council's jurisdiction that
could include: Management of weekend programming Management of
summer overnight and day camp programming Recruiting, training and
management of seasonal staff and year-round staff Coordinating
services of all program and site vendors (food, supplies, program
providers, etc.) Risk management, safety, security and crisis
communication plans Development and delivery of all program
activities for council-owned camps and geographic regions. Build
and maintain partnerships with area organizations, businesses and
interest groups that enhance program offerings to our membership.
Provide leadership, coaching, feedback and development to seasonal
staff ensuring measurable goals and accountabilities for customer
service and member experience are set and achieved. Serve as an
expert resource for staff and volunteers on the Girl Scout
Leadership Experience program model, staying up-to-date and
informed of expansion and changes in the evolution of the program.
Establish and manage proactive risk management practices that
address safety within the camp experience and environment for staff
and participants. Provide leadership to staff in this area and in
crisis response. Provide an annual calendar of program activities
designed to meet the needs of girls. Work with the Director of
Business Analytics to develop and maintain a quantifiable
evaluation process and report to senior leadership regarding
achievement of outcomes. Work with the council marketing department
to design and implement an outdoor experience marketing plan to
meet attendance goals and maximize attendance. Participate in the
development of the budget for assigned programs and manage budget
for assigned areas. Manage ACA accreditation process and ensure
assigned program sites meet or exceed evaluation criteria to
maintain accreditation. Engage cross-functionally with teammates to
fully support annual council membership recruitment and retention
plans. Participate actively in developing environments that foster
diversity, equity, inclusion belonging and access through words,
actions and attitude. Ensure work plans are designed to enhance the
diversity of our membership. Perform other duties as necessary or
assigned. Requirements: QUALIFICATIONS Core Competencies Outdoor
Program Development Sales Ambition & Drive Achieve Results Problem
Solving Marketing Knowledge Project Management Budget
Administration Judgment & Decision Making Team-building &
Development of Others Qualifications Bachelor's degree in
recreation, education, non-profit management or related field or an
equivalent combination of education and directly related experience
Minimum of two years of demonstrated experience in youth program
development and management of camp programs, including supervision
of employed staff. Demonstrated competency in community organizing,
planning, time management and problem-solving/conflict management.
Willingness and ability to work regular and varied hours, including
some evenings and most weekends; extended days and hours during
summer camp season Willingness and ability to live on-site during
the summer camp season, which may include moving between up to
three camp properties. ACA Standards Visitor status or willingness
to obtain Certification in or ability to become certified in first
aid and one or more of the following: lifeguard instructor, archery
instructor, boating and climbing. Training can be provided.
Experience overseeing seasonal food service staff and health staff
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Subscribe to the principles of the Girl
Scout Movement and become and remain a registered member of GSUSA,
Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont. Successfully pass criminal
and driver background investigation. Minimum age 25 Valid
state-issued driver's license, valid auto insurance, acceptable
driving record and access to a vehicle on a daily basis, and
willingness and ability to travel throughout the council's
geographic area. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT The employee
is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger,
handle or feel objects, tools or controls including the operation
of computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other office
equipment; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; bend
and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear within normal range
for telephone use. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move
up to 35 pounds. The employee must have close visual acuity to
perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal, preparing
and analyzing data and figures and extensive reading. DISCLOSURE &
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The statements above reflect the essential
functions and qualifications for this job but should not be
considered an all-inclusive listing. Employees may be asked to
perform other duties as needed to ensure the smooth functioning of
Council operations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. All
employees of the Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont are
employees "at will."
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