Employment at Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council

Seasonal - Resident Camp

Make it a Summer to remember at a GSSJC Camp!

Camp Agnes Arnold - Conroe, Texas

A wooded, semi-primitive camp environment for girls entering first through twelfth grades.  Campers and counselors live in cabin units, elevated tree houses, or floored platform tents in units of 24 - 36 campers. Pre-camp training begins Saturday, June 7 , 2008, camp closes Saturday, August 2, 2008.  Specialized programs include photography, swimming, canoeing, bicycling, drama, self - defense, archery, high adventure / challenge course, trip and travel.

Camp Casa Mare - Seabrook, Texas

Located on the shores of Galveston Bay, Casa Mare offers a wide variety of programs for girls entering third through twelfth grades (Juniors – Seniors).  Campers and counselors live in dormitories or cabins of 32 - 40 campers.  Pre-camp training begins Saturday, June 7 , 2008, camp closes Saturday, August 2, 2008.  Specialized programs include sailing, scuba, skin-diving, fencing, wake-boarding, water skiing, swimming, cheer and dance, sports, archery, and trips off-site.

Camp Misty Meadows - Conroe, Texas

A wooded, camp environment for girls entering first through twelfth grades.  Some Brownie sessions are available. Campers and counselors live in cabins or dorms, in units of 24 - 40 campers.  Pre-camp training begins Saturday, June 7, 2008, camp closes Saturday, August 2, 2008. Specialized programs include Western horseback riding, backpacking, tennis, swimming, drama, arts & crafts, archery, high adventure / challenge course and trip and travel. Certain specialized positions may be offered during an additional week of employment.

Looking for a summer job?
Resident camp positions are available

Adults 18 and over who enjoy working with youth can spend the summer at one of Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council’s three resident camps as a staff member. Applicants who are 17 and have completed GSSJC or other recognized Counselor-In- Training (CIT) program may be considered for a position. All positions must be available to stay at camp Saturday June 7 - Saturday August 2, 2008. Hiring salary will be based on experience, certification, and education. Training is available prior to precamp training for these positions. Anyone interested in additional training should discuss during the interview process. If the position requires certification it must be submitted with the application. For further information contact Kathy Elliot at 713-292-0224, 1-800-392 4340 or e-mail kelliott@sjgs.org.

All camps are American Camping Association accredited. Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mandatory Training -
Pre-camp training is required.  The training will acquaint you with the job, co-workers, and the campsite.  One day of post camp is also required.

Pre-camp commences Saturday June 7 - Friday, June 13, 2008. One day of post camp is also required.

Resident Camp Dates -
Camp dates are Sunday June 15 - Friday, August 1, 2008. Some staff will have the opportunity to work an additional week at specialized programs.

Trainings Available -
Specialized trainings are available for the following program areas:

  • Life Guard
  • Life Guard Instructor
  • Archery Instructor
  • Water Safety Instructor
  • Sailing Instructor
  • Canoe Instructor

If you are interested in any of the above mentioned trainings, please contact Kathy Elliott.

Girl Scouting is a membership organization and all counselors are required to join.  Yearly membership dues of $10.00 should be paid at Pre-camp training or may be payroll deducted.  In addition to salary, counselors receive room and board and are covered by Worker's Compensation.

Please Note: A physical examination and TB Tine Test are required

You must provide three references from persons who have definite knowledge of your qualifications for the position for which you are applying.  Do not use relatives.  Your application cannot be processed until references are received.

When you have selected your references, mail a reference form to each of them, enclosing a stamped envelope addressed to Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council. References can also be faxed to: (713) 292 0330.

PLEASE NOTE: put your name, address and the position for which you are applying on the top of each reference form.  Also, include the camp for which you are applying.

You will be notified as soon as possible of your acceptance or rejection as a camp staff member. We can process your application only when all material is in.

If you have any further questions contact the Program Manager.

Program Manager
Kathy Elliott
(713) 292-0224
1 (800) 392-4340
Email: kelliott@sjgs.org

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