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Northgate Resorts

Park Ranger

Breaux Bridge, LA · On-site

$14.30 - $14.70/hr

Northgate Resorts owns and manages the most awarded Camp-Resort portfolio in the nation. Our ... The Park Ranger is responsible for enforcing park rules to ensure the highest quality stay for our ...

Visitcatalinaisland

$19/hr

OB SUMMARY The Campground Ranger provides exceptional customer service to campground guests and ... Provide accurate information about camp rules, activities, and directions. * Collect fees using ...

Northgate Resorts Jellystone Park

Park Ranger

Waller, TX · On-site

$12.50 - $13/hr

Northgate Resorts owns and manages the most awarded Camp-Resort portfolio in the nation. Our ... The Park Ranger is responsible for enforcing park rules to ensure the highest quality stay for our ...

Northgate Resorts

Park Ranger

Barryville, NY

$16 - $20/hr

Northgate Resorts owns and manages the most awarded Camp-Resort portfolio in the nation. Our ... The Park Ranger is responsible for enforcing park rules to ensure the highest quality stay for our ...

Road Ranger LLC

Kitchen Manager

Hampshire, IL · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Road Ranger is looking for a Kitchen Manager to join the Camp Butler Rd. Road Ranger team! Competitive pay based on experience! Join the Road Ranger family and see how far your drive can take you! At ...

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Northgate Resorts

Park Ranger

Breaux Bridge, LA

$14.30 - $14.70/hr

Northgate Resorts owns and manages the most awarded Camp-Resort portfolio in the nation. Our ... The Park Ranger is responsible for enforcing park rules to ensure the highest quality stay for our ...

Northgate Resorts Jellystone Park

Park Ranger

Lodi, CA · On-site

$17.50/hr

Northgate Resorts owns and manages the most awarded Camp-Resort portfolio in the nation. Our ... The Park Ranger is responsible for enforcing park rules to ensure the highest quality stay for our ...

Road Ranger LLC

Kitchen Manager

Springfield, IL · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Road Ranger is looking for a Kitchen Manager to join the Camp Butler Rd. Road Ranger team! Competitive pay based on experience! Join the Road Ranger family and see how far your drive can take you! At ...

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Road Ranger LLC

Kitchen Manager

Springfield, IL · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Road Ranger is looking for a Kitchen Manager to join the Camp Butler Rd. Road Ranger team! Competitive pay based on experience! Join the Road Ranger family and see how far your drive can take you! At ...

Road Ranger LLC

Subway Team Member

Springfield, IL · On-site

$15/hr

Road Ranger is looking for Subway Team Members to join the Springfield, IL team at our Camp Butler Rd. location! Join the Road Ranger family and see how far your drive can take you! At Road Ranger ...

Road Ranger LLC

Subway Team Member

Springfield, IL · On-site

$15/hr

Road Ranger is looking for Subway Team Members to join the Springfield, IL team at our Camp Butler Rd. location! Join the Road Ranger family and see how far your drive can take you! At Road Ranger ...

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Road Ranger LLC

Kitchen Manager

Hampshire, IL · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Road Ranger is looking for a Kitchen Manager to join the Camp Butler Rd. Road Ranger team! Competitive pay based on experience! Join the Road Ranger family and see how far your drive can take you! At ...

Road Ranger LLC

Maintenance

Springfield, IL · On-site

$15/hr

Road Ranger is looking for maintenance to join the Springfield, IL team at our Camp Butler Rd location on 1st/2nd shift! Join the Road Ranger family and see how far your drive can take you! At Road ...

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How much do camp ranger jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for camp ranger in the United States is $20.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Camp Ranger job?

A Camp Ranger is responsible for maintaining and overseeing the daily operations of a campground or park. Their duties often include facility maintenance, trail upkeep, security, and assisting visitors. They may also enforce park rules, monitor wildlife, and perform emergency response tasks. Camp Rangers typically work for state parks, private campgrounds, or outdoor organizations. The role requires a mix of outdoor skills, problem-solving, and customer service.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Camp Ranger position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Camp Ranger, you need strong knowledge of outdoor safety, land management, maintenance skills, and often a background in environmental studies or forestry. Competence using tools such as GPS units, hand and power tools, and sometimes certifications in first aid, CPR, or wildlife management is highly valued. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills help you interact effectively with both campers and colleagues. These abilities are crucial for maintaining safe, well-run campgrounds and delivering a positive visitor experience.

What are some common challenges faced by Camp Rangers on the job?

Camp Rangers often face the challenge of balancing multiple responsibilities, such as enforcing rules, maintaining facilities, providing visitor assistance, and responding to emergencies, sometimes all within the same shift. Weather conditions and remote locations can add an extra layer of difficulty, requiring adaptability and preparedness. Building rapport with diverse campers while ensuring safety and conservation standards adds a dynamic, people-focused component to the job. Despite these challenges, the role offers the reward of working closely with nature and helping others enjoy the outdoors.

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Infographic showing various Camp Ranger job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 11% Full Time, 67% Part Time, 13% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 94% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,977 per year, or $20.7 per hour.
Outdoor and Adventure Program Manager

Outdoor and Adventure Program Manager

Girl Scouts of West Central Florida

Palm Harbor, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

Title: Outdoor and Adventure Program Manager - Camp Wai Lani
Reports to: Director of Outdoor Programs
Supervises: Challenge Course Facilitators, Marine Facilitators, Summer Camp Staff, Outdoor Program Facilitators, Outdoor Program Volunteers
Position: Full-time, Salaried
Location: Camp Wai Lani, Palm Harbor, FL
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
The Outdoor and Adventure Program Manager (OAPM) for Camp Wai Lani is responsible for developing, executing, supervising, and providing oversight of and customer service to troop camping, encampment, summer resident & day camp experiences, and other programs & events held at their assigned GSWCF camp property. Program areas unique to Camp Wai Lani include: High Challenge Course with zip line, Marine Lab and Waterfront access. The OAPM is also responsible for developing community relationships to expand offerings and clientele through community and corporate partners. The OAPM works in close collaboration with the Camp Ranger at the camp to ensure girls, volunteers, staff, and other guests have a successful experience at GSWCF camps. The OAPM performs assigned duties for the purpose of advancing GSWCF's strategic goals including serving and retaining current girl members, extending the Girl Scout brand to un-served and underserved populations, and ensuring achievement of sustainable revenue generation. This is a full-time position, exempt with primary workdays being Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Monday through Thursday flexible.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Program Quality and Growth
  • Develop and coordinate the execution of outdoor programming including but not limited to; troop camping, encampments, challenge course, environmental education, target sports, and summer camp.
  • Recruit, train and evaluate staff and volunteers to ensure progressive skill development.
  • Manage customer experiences on property including pre-arrival confirmations, check in/out, and ensure volunteer facilitator qualifications.
  • Provide consultative services to volunteers and staff planning camp experiences prior to their experience and ensures necessary staffing for their experience.
  • In collaboration with the Adult Learning Manager and other OPM's, ensure safe, consistent, and quality camping experiences through volunteer training programs and resources.

Operational Management and Oversight
  • Ensure the maintenance and required inspections of all GSWCF challenge course equipment and facilities are carried out as needed with appropriate record keeping.
  • Ensure safety and quality of challenge course and general program facilitators through delivery and recording of routine in-service trainings for new and current facilitators.
  • Ensure safety and risk management with waterfront activities including kayaking, SUP, etc. in regards to small craft weather advisory. In collaboration with Volunteer Development, recruit lifeguards and waterfront/ marine lab facilitators for year round programming.
  • Ensure safety and risk management standards and practices are in place for outdoor programs, and comply with ACA Standards, Girl Scout Safety Activity Checkpoints, Volunteer Essentials, GSWCF Personnel Policies and federal, state and local regulations to mitigate risk & safeguard the health, safety and general well-being of all members.
  • Measure and assess program quality and GSUSA national outcomes achievement through the implementation and review of GSUSA and GSWCF developed quality and outcome measures.
  • Develop and manage execution of relevant departmental annual operating budgets and goals to include utilization of customer and program data, researching trends, proposing strategies, for the achievement of financial and girl participation goals through customer-centric program experiences.
  • Recruits, manages, and ensures deliverables of volunteers, who serve as a resource for outdoor programs and properties.
  • Supervise and develop skills of seasonal and camp-related program staff and volunteers.

Administrative Functions
  • Manage the preparation and organization of summer staff and camp accreditation for assigned property.
  • Works closely with Human Resources on the recruitment, selection, on-boarding, evaluation, and release of temporary and seasonal camp staff and facilitators.
  • Proactively manage, repair, and replace as needed program equipment and supplies.
  • Review and resolve customer inquiries received through organization's CRM (Salesforce).
  • Manage, track, and control payroll expenditures for assigned lines of business.
  • Assist in management of outdoor program or camp property social media channels.
  • Comply with financial accountabilities associated with purchases and timely submission of receipts and credit card statements.

General Expectations
  • Strictly adhere to the letter and spirit of all aforementioned policies and practices and promptly report any known or alleged infractions.
  • Keep supervisor informed on status and progress of work assigned.
  • Perform special assignments as directed by the supervisor and/or management.
  • Actively participates in council conferences and staff meetings.
  • Provides direct service to girls when volunteers/facilitators are not available.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in recreation, outdoor education, youth development, environmental science or related field preferred.
  • 3+ years of youth program/camp administration experience including supervision of staff & volunteer teams of 20 or more individuals preferred.
  • Additional event planning experience preferred.
  • Past challenge course management experience desired.
  • Has, or ability to obtain and maintain, Association of Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) level 1 or 2 certification.
  • Has or ability to obtain and maintain current certifications in CPR and First Aid.
  • Previous management of marine programs and/or facilities preferred.
  • Additional certifications in archery, lifeguarding, and food service management by nationally recognized providers desired.

Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to function as onsite Camp Director of a summer resident camp for up to 12 weeks during summer months, including residing onsite overnight while campers are present .
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects while managing conflicting priorities and deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to identify and leverage relevant data to use in planning and decision-making..
  • Ability to understand, adapt to and interact with diverse people, teams, perspectives and cultures.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
  • Comfortable working remotely, using video conferencing and collaboration tools including Zoom and Microsoft Teams
  • Proficient in using email, internet, and other PC-based applications including Microsoft Office suite with the ability to learn and adapt to new technology.

Physical Requirements
  • Ability to climb, handle or carry challenge course equipment (including but not limited to poles, towers, cargo nets).
  • Ability to lift 50-75 lbs with or without assistance.
  • Ability to perform work exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 20lbs. of force frequently and 10lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
  • Prolonged standing, some bending, stooping, walking long distances, hiking, climbing, and stretching
  • Hand eye-coordination and manual dexterity to utilize camp equipment.
  • Ability to live in a camp setting and work extended hours with daily exposure to sun, heat, and animals such as insects, snakes, bats, and horses, etc.

Other Requirements
  • Able to maintain a flexible work schedule, including overnights, most weekends, and frequent evenings.
  • Must have access to an automobile for travel within the jurisdiction, and proof of insurance and a safe driving record
  • Must be a minimum of 25 years of age.
  • Knowledge and acceptance of beliefs and principles of the Girl Scout movement; willing to register as a member of Girl Scouts of the USA .

Annualized starting rate of pay: $45,000; $46,000 if able to conduct business in English and Spanish.
GSWCF is an equal opportunity employer.

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