Site Manager

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts

Job Description

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEMA) has a full-time opportunity available as a Site Manager. Reporting to the Associate Director of Facilities Management, this a full-time, benefit-eligible position. 

Working at Camp Favorite, located in Brewster, MA on Cape Cod and supporting Camp Wind-in-the-Pines in Plymouth, MA, the Site Manager is responsible for the overall site supervision including maintenance, development, safety and security of the property, and safety of the customers on the site.

Must have the ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule. Access to reliable transportation and possession of a valid driver's license is required to complete assignments and to travel through the council service area as needed. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage troop/group usage of sites including the check in/out process, equipment, and issuance of equipment for program activities.
  • Maintain the site in a neat, presentable and safe condition at all times through assessing all systems, equipment, buildings, roads, pools, and grounds.
  • Perform routine and emergency repair and maintenance or supervise the appropriate contractor performing repairs; keep accurate inventory and maintenance records.
  • Manage and plan projects and supervise volunteers.
  • Develop positive relationships with the customers and the community. Serve as the customer service representative on the site to include communication with all groups using the site, perform inspections of the sites used, and respond to emergencies.
  • Provide support services to the summer camp staff as requested.
  • Maintain accurate financial records and prepare all financial forms and various reports in a timely manner.
  • Interpret for volunteers and staff GSUSA and council standards, policies, and procedures related to property usage.
  • Is knowledgeable of, and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal laws that affect the property and program held on the property.
  • Assist with the program on site whenever possible and when time permits.
  • Check customers in/out of the site and provides support to the groups while on site. Maintain good public relations with the surrounding community.
  • Assist at other council sites for work projects, as directed.
  • Provide professional, quality customer service to donors, members, volunteers, staff, and other community contacts.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:  

  • Minimum of three years of experience in construction trades or camp maintenance preferred (e.g. carpentry, electric, plumbing, mechanical, etc.).
  • Demonstrated ability to handle power tools and operate machinery (e.g. tractors, mowers, plows, chain saws, etc.).
  • Must be able to handle heavy lifting (up to 75 pounds), climb ladders and work at heights above 6 feet, and perform other heavy physical labor on a regular basis.
  • Ability to manage financial resources effectively.
  • Ability to work independently and with limited supervision; self-motivated and willing to learn new skills.
  • Capacity to, independently and as part of a team, plan, organize and prioritize work, while managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced and continuously changing environment.
  • Ability to effectively identify, analyze and solve practical problems and successfully manage a variety of variables and personalities; ability to adapt in a changing environment.
  • Must have strong customer service skills.
  • Must be able to communicate clearly, orally and in writing.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license, necessary to carry out assignments.
  • Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule and to travel throughout the council on an as-needed, requested basis.
 
Work Environment:  

  • Must be able to work outdoors under all weather conditions and various terrains.
  • Must abide by council safety protocols and procedures, and OSHA regulations.
  • No on-site housing provided.
 
Physical Demands: 

  • Must be able to handle heavy lifting (up to 75 pounds), climb ladders and work at heights above 6 feet, and perform other heavy physical labor on a regular basis.
  • Position requires frequent bending, twisting, and crouching.
  • Must be able to: 
    • Push and pull heavy objects 
    • Operate machinery (requiring manual dexterity)
    • Walk up and down hills and across uneven terrain

Travel Requirements: 

Must have access to reliable transportation to travel to GSEMA offices/service centers and across the Council service area as needed. As this position requires travel within the Council service area.  A valid driver’s license is required.

Other Requirements:

Pre-employment physical required (council paid).

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts offers a competitive benefits package including generous paid time off, health and dental insurance, training opportunities, and much more.  Learn more!

When applying, along with your resume, please include a cover letter with salary expectations.

About Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts

For over 100 years, Girl Scouts has empowered girls to lead, break barriers, and create positive change. Girl Scouts’ powerful all-girl space fosters collaboration over competition, and inspires girls to go beyond dreaming to actual doing. We offer amazing opportunities for forward-thinking, talented individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better. Join our team of dedicated professionals and make a difference in girls' lives! To learn more about our Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, visit www.gsema.org.

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Research shows that women and members of historically marginalized groups do not apply to jobs where they feel they don’t hit 100% of the requirements. If this is how you feel after reading through this posting, we encourage you to apply anyway! Hiring is a two-way street. Submitting your application can lead to conversations about your skills and experiences, and how we may be able to provide support and development. Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts invites you to apply!

Commitment to Health and Safety: COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement

As part of GSEMA’s commitment to health and safety, all employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 per GSEMA’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. GSEMA will consider exemption requests from individuals with medical conditions or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine.

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is an equal opportunity employer

At Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, we strive to create transformative learning experiences and leadership opportunities for all girls. The threads of diversity and inclusion are woven tightly into our mission of supporting and nurturing girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place.

We hold firm in our belief that a culture of diversity and inclusion promotes unity, creates personal and professional growth opportunities for our employees, and supports safety and transformation for our volunteers and girls of all backgrounds.

Diversity and inclusion is more than an initiative; it is a set of shared values that defines the fabric of our mission.

Read more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging