Outdoor Program Manager

Outdoor Program Manager

Girl Scouts San Diego is seeking an enthusiastic, innovative and passionate Outdoor Program Manager to lead and direct the design, development and execution of a robust year-round portfolio of relevant and engaging outdoor programming, events, summer camps, and high adventure experiences for girls in San Diego and Imperial counties.

Job Qualifications :

• Minimum 3 years of progressive experience developing and managing outdoor youth programs, including day and overnight camps serving diverse populations.
• Minimum 3 years' leadership experience managing and supervising diverse teams.
• Demonstrated success designing and implementing programming and events for both youth and adults.
• Knowledge and experience with ACA accreditation processes and guidelines, and relevant federal, state, and local regulations. Knowledge of Girl Scout programming preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills : ability to manage competing expectations and creatively and effectively use resources.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to identify and leverage relevant data to use in planning and decision-making.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with staff, volunteers, parents / caregivers, community partners and vendors from diverse backgrounds.
• Adept at working with tight deadlines with an ability to shift priorities as needed.
• Skill and ability to problem-solve and effectively lead others through problem resolution.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions and environments.
• Willingness and ability to reside onsite at overnight camps during the camp season (June August).
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion and cultural awareness of the various communities in San Diego and Imperial counties.
• Current lifeguard, challenge course, archery or related certifications are highly desired.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and access to reliable transportation; ability to travel to camp and program locations.
• Commitment to support the Promise and Law of and the mission and vision of Girl Scouts San Diego.