Staff Expectations

All camp staff who work for the Girl Scouts of Northern California assume an important role in working with children. You are a leader, role model and even a "stand-in" parent, regardless of your position.

Our staff members are part of a valuable team with the collective goal of bringing the camp philosophy to life and helping girls grow toward their fullest potential. Camp Staff members are selected on the basis of their skills, experience, professional work ethic and ability to serve as positive role models for girls.

As a Camp Staff member you will:

• Be enthusiastic and willing to be fully involved in the camp experience. Remember, you will not only be around children, but will also be living the camp experience with them; let them know you enjoy it and are glad to be sharing it with them!


• Create a positive, safe and supportive environment for all girls. Our focus at camp will always be on the girls. Our campers are the reason we are at camp and it is important that you focus on the girls' needs and provide patience, support, guidance and encouragement at all times.


• Respect the fact that our camps provide a welcome environment for everyone. You will need to respect individual differences in other staff members and in our campers.


• Enjoy working in an out-door-setting.


• Act as an appropriate role model for children through your actions, language, work habits and general conduct. Camp may be fun and exciting, but it is also a real job, and as such you are expected to act in a professional manner.


• Abide by the camp policies, procedures and guidelines.


• Be a team player! Everyone at camp is important and camp cannot be successful unless everyone is working together. We focus on building positive communities at camp and you must set this example for the campers at all times.


• Have experience working with children and/or skills related to a specific position


• Are available for the entire season. (For resident camp; be able to adjust to a 24 hour-a-day flexible schedule).


• Meet the minimum age requirement and essential job functions. (For more information on jobs, check out our job listings).

If you are able to meet these expectations and are ready for a great summer experience then read on!

What We Give Our Staff

A summer camp job is a wonderful opportunity to gain useful skills, meet great people and have fun out of doors. What we give our staff members at all of our camps are:

• Opportunities to learn and develop new skills
• Professional job experience
• Comprehensive job training
• Support and feedback during employment
• A chance to work with staff from around the world
• Competitive salary (varies with camp and position)
• A Bonus Program for all staff who complete the season in good standing
• Room and board (Resident Camp only)
• Health and accident insurance
• Staff uniform

Ready to Apply?

If you are able to meet these expectations and are ready for a great summer experience then check out the job listings and apply today!

Questions? email camp@girlscoutsnorcal.org or check out our Contact Us Page.