Summer Job Opportunities
The Extraordinary Adventure of Working at Camp
If you’re passionate about changing the world and positively impacting a child’s life, aren’t afraid of hard work, and want a job that is fun, exciting, and energizing, then there’s no better way to spend your summer than working as a Girl Scouts of Alaska camp team member!
We are looking for staff to work at Camp Singing Hills and Camp Togowoods.
Each summer, our camp team from across the United States works together toward one common mission – to help every girl who attends camp develop courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.
Working at any of our camps is an extraordinary, life-changing adventure for you and the campers you work with. Our camps build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. To accomplish this, we demand excellence from our staff, including putting the needs of others ahead of their wants, communicating directly and honestly (even when it is hard and uncomfortable), engaging fully with campers and the camp experience, working tirelessly and enthusiastically until the job is done, and consistently following through on commitments to campers, co-workers, and directors.
If you're passionate about changing the world and positively impacting a child's life, aren't afraid of hard work, and want a fun, exciting, and energizing job, we look forward to receiving your application.
We are looking for staff who:
- Are enthusiastic, kind, and have grit.
- Are willing to create an inclusive environment for all campers and staff.
- Support a camp culture free of drama, gossip, and cliques.
- Can disconnect from technology while working.
- Want to contribute to a cohesive staff team.
- Will ensure the emotional and physical safety of campers by observing and assessing behavior, enforcing policies, and leading appropriate programming.
- Have a current First Aid/CPR Certification (or can obtain before camp).
- Are at least 18 years old by the start of camp.
Note: Some positions have more eligibility requirements.
Camp Togowoods
About Camp 
Camp Staff's Role
Dates
Location
Pay
Open Positions
Camp Togowoods - General Counselor
Camp Togowoods - General Counselor - Wilderness
General Counselor - Wilderness
Description: In addition to general staff responsibilities, you will at times lead groups on overnight or two-night canoeing or backpacking trips off-site.
Pay: $450/week
Additional Qualifications:
- Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid certification (or able to obtain before camp).
FULL - Camp Togowoods - Lead Counselor - Wilderness
Lead Counselor - Wilderness
Description:
In addition to general staff responsibilities, the Wilderness Lead will at times lead groups on overnight or two-night canoeing or backpacking trips off-site. The Wilderness Lead will also train other staff members going on wilderness trips to use the required gear. They will help with outdoor skills and with planning environmental education and outdoor skills programs for all groups. These activities will focus on helping campers feel comfortable in nature and exploring the world around them. You will be responsible for maintaining a clean, organized storage area for wilderness gear.
Pay:
$460/week
Additional Qualifications:
- Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness First Aid certification (or able to obtain before camp).
- Experience leading youth groups on wilderness backpacking and/or canoeing trips.
- Experience teaching outdoor skills to adults and/or children.
- At least 21 years old.
FULL - Camp Togowoods - Lead Counselor - Waterfront
Lead Counselor - Waterfront
Description:
In addition to general camp responsibilities, the Waterfront Lead will be the main lifeguard for swimming programs in the bog. The Waterfront Lead will help the Camp Director ensure that all water safety guidelines are met and that everyone remains safe. They will ensure all waterfront supplies are organized and stored properly.
Pay:
$460/week
Additional Qualifications:
- Current Lifeguard Certification (or able to obtain before camp).
- Experience teaching boating safety and skills.
- At least 21 years old.
- Preference for Wilderness First Aid certification or higher.
Camp Togowoods - Lead Counselor - Arts and Crafts
Lead Counselor - Arts and Crafts
Description:
Along with general staff responsibilities, the Arts and Crafts Lead will plan and lead specific art programs for groups around the week's theme. The Arts and Crafts Lead will also be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the art supplies.
Pay:
$460/week
Additional Qualifications:
- Experience teaching kids different arts and craft activities.
- At least 21 years old.
- Preference for experience teaching other adults.
Camp Togowoods - Lead Counselor - STEM
Lead Counselor - STEM
Description:
In addition to general staff responsibilities, the STEM Lead will plan and lead additional STEM programs for groups, aligned with the week's theme. This position will also be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of STEM supplies.
Pay:
$460/week
Additional Qualifications:
- Experience leading kids in STEM activities.
- At least 21 years old.
- Preference for experience teaching other adults.
Camp Togowoods - Nurse/Healthcare Director
Nurse/Healthcare Director
Description:
The Nurse/Healthcare Director will attend to the physical well-being and care of campers and staff. The Healthcare Director is responsible for dispensing camper medications, providing basic care for injuries and illnesses, and informing camp staff and parents of health concerns, as needed. In addition, they are responsible for overseeing all aspects of health care, including health screenings, communication with the clinic, risk management, sanitation, and health standards.
Pay:
$700-$1000, depending on certification.
Additional Qualifications:
- Preferred current Alaska licensed RN, Nurse Practitioner, LPN, or EMT.
- Experience making medical judgments/assessments
- At least 25 years old
Camp Singing Hills
About Camp
Camp Staff's Role
Dates
Location
Pay
Open Positions
Camp Singing Hills - General Counselors
General Counselor or General Counselor helping with Anchorage transportation:
Description:
Staff who are helping with Anchorage transportation will start and end their day in Anchorage and ride the provided transportation to and from camp with campers. During the ride, they will provide appropriate programming to engage the campers.
Pay:
$17.50/Hour
Camp Singing Hills - Lead Counselor - Anchorage Transportation
Lead Counselor - Anchorage Transportation
Description:
In addition to general staff responsibilities, this position will drive the campers and staff to and from Anchorage and Camp each day in the provided transportation, ensuring safety on the road and at drop-off and pick-up.
Pay:
$18/hour
Additional Qualifications:
- Experience driving a large vehicle.
- Three years of driving experience.
- Have a clean driving record.
- At least 21 years old.
FULL - Camp Singing Hills - Lead Counselor - Outdoors/Wilderness
Lead Counselor - Outdoors/Wilderness
Description:
In addition to general staff responsibilities, the Outdoor Lead will plan and lead additional outdoor skills and environmental education programs for groups around the week's theme. These activities will focus on helping campers feel comfortable in nature and exploring the world around them. While boating at camp is part of every camper's and staff member’s experience, the Outdoor Lead will assist the Camp Director in ensuring that all water safety guidelines are met and that everyone remains safe.
Pay:
$18/hour
Additional Qualifications:
- Experience teaching outdoor skills and/or environmental education.
- Experience teaching boating safety and skills to kids.
- At least 20 years old.
- Preference for Wilderness First Aid certification or higher, or a lifeguard certification.
FULL _ Camp Singing Hills - Lead Counselor - Arts and Crafts
Lead Counselor – Arts and Crafts
Description:
In addition to general staff responsibilities, the Arts and Crafts Lead will plan and lead additional arts and crafts programs for groups based on the week's theme. These programs will help campers develop their courage, confidence, and character through fun, hands-on arts-and-crafts activities. The Arts and Crafts Lead will also be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the art supplies.
Pay:
$18/hour
Additional Qualifications:
- Experience teaching kids different arts and craft activities.
- At least 20 years old.
- Preference for experience teaching other adults.
FULL - Camp Singing Hills - Lead Counselor - STEM
Lead Counselor - STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
Description:
In addition to general staff responsibilities, the STEM Lead will plan and lead additional STEM programs for groups, aligned with the week's theme. They will work on creating STEM programs that help campers develop different character traits through fun, engaging STEM programming. The STEM Lead will also be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of STEM supplies.
Pay:
$18/hour
Additional Qualifications:
- Experience leading kids in STEM activities.
- At least 20 years old.
- Preference for experience teaching other adults.
Invaluable Staff:
We hold our staff to extremely high standards because our goal is to create a team that can change the world. You'll be with others who are passionate about making a positive impact on kids' lives and making the world a better place.
To do this, we hire staff who aren’t just good or great – they’re INVALUABLE. We look for people who are constantly working at peak performance, even when they are tired or it’s raining outside. We hire people who are always committed to holding themselves to the highest standards to impact children’s lives positively.
To Apply
Applicants must commit to the full dates of employment (unless otherwise agreed upon prior to hiring), possess excellent character, exert enthusiasm, patience, and understanding, work from a place of positivity, and be solution-oriented. To apply, complete the online application, including a few short-answer questions and 3 professional references.
After applying, Girl Scouts of Alaska will reach out to schedule an interview. Interviews will be conducted by phone. General Counselor positions will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled. Lead Counselor positions will be reviewed in January, and then any remaining positions will be reviewed on a rolling basis until filled.
Questions? Contact camp@girlscoutsalaska.org or 907-248-2250
