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Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas (GSNETX) offers amazing opportunities for talented, forward thinking individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better. 

Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls’ lives and in the world. At Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas, you can build a rewarding career in everything from working hands-on with girls, to accounting, human resources and project management, to marketing, research—and more. 

Job Summary: 

Camp Bette Perot is a year-round camp with more than 210 bedspaces and a thriving equestrian program, situated on approximately 1,300 acres of pineywoods in East Texas and open since 1970. The Camp Director is responsible for mission delivery oversight, planning, and strong staff leadership of day and overnight camp programs serving Girl Scout campers, volunteers, and families through summer camp, weekend camping, and special events. This team member serves as the primary onsite director of daily operations, with the goal of providing consistent, high-quality experiences of belonging and growth for all visitors. The position reports to the Vice President of Camps & Outdoor Leadership and is a key member of a team stewarding four camp properties dedicated to building girls of courage, confidence, and character through community life outdoors.

 Essential Functions: 

 Mission-Driven Leadership. Champion the Girl Scout mission by creating a welcoming, inclusive camp environment that reflects organizational priorities, traditions, and the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Represent camp in the community and contribute to long-term property planning and development efforts.

• Staff & Volunteer Management. Hire, train, supervise, and support permanent and seasonal staff and volunteers in alignment with team priorities and shared plans. Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
• Program & Visitor Experience Oversight. Lead the design and delivery of engaging, safe, and inclusive programs such as summer camp, weekend camping, and special events in cooperation with broader team. Ensure high-quality visitor experiences and accommodations for diverse needs.
• Facilities & Operations Management. Oversee daily operations including activities, dining services, housekeeping, maintenance, vendor coordination, and emergency response. Ensure all infrastructure and services meet safety, health, and regulatory standards.
• Administrative & Financial Leadership. Develop and manage camp budgets, collaborate on administrative systems, and ensure efficient operations across scheduling, communications, evaluation, supply procurement, and more.
• Safety, Compliance & Risk Management. Maintain compliance with ACA standards, state health codes, and Girl Scout policies. Ensure the health and safety of all visitors, including emergency preparedness and implementation of emergency procedures.
• Community & Partner Engagement. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to grow participation, enhance programming, and expand volunteer support.

Other: 

• This position generally works Wednesdays through Sundays during fall, winter, and spring, with some flexible scheduling to oversee weekend work and special events as needed. This position generally works Sundays through Fridays during summer, with long days and evening work daily plus some Saturdays required. In order to ensure adequate summer support, this position is expected to reside within a 45-minute drive of the center of camp (and remain accessible for emergencies via phone overnight when camp is in session). Willingness to work a flexible schedule is essential.
• Be active outdoors in variable weather conditions all year, including walking around camp on uneven terrain
• Be welcoming, respectful, enthusiastic, and professional with colleagues, members of all ages, and the public at all times 
• Must be able to travel within established geographic areas and council service centers, as necessary
• Must have reliable transportation, hold a valid driver’s license and meet GSNETX driving record & automobile insurance requirements
• Performs other duties, as assigned