Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Outdoor Education Manager oversees the development, coordination, and growth of in-person and online outdoor education programs for volunteers and older girls. This role ensures that volunteer trainers are certified, supported, and equipped to deliver engaging outdoor experiences.

Reports to:
Senior Manager – Volunteer Support

FLSA Status:
Regular, Full-Time, Exempt

Key Responsibilities

Outdoor Training Program Management

• Oversee and expand outdoor and older girl training offerings, ensuring high-quality, engaging programs throughout the Council jurisdiction.
• Manage volunteer trainer teams, ensuring trainers are certified, knowledgeable, and supported in their respective areas.
• Become or coordinate Instructor Trainers for certifications in the following areas:

1. CPR/First Aid, Wilderness First Aid, Lifeguarding, and Basic Water Safety
2. Babysitting, Archery/Slingshots, Hatchet Throwing, and Watercraft Activities
3. Girl Leadership Programs (Program Aide and Volunteer-in-Training)
4. Troop Camp Certifications (TCC1 & TCC2)

Resource Development and Collaboration

• Create and update printed and digital training materials.
• Collaborate with GSACPC teams to enhance volunteer support and program delivery.
• Ensure accessible resources and effective communication for outdoor education initiatives.

Innovation and Leadership

• Research and implement innovative training methods.
• Partner with the Volunteer Support Senior Manager to achieve departmental goals.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in meetings, trainings, and council initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the council’s mission.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent related work/volunteer experience. 
• Competent in creating learning materials and facilitating coursework. 
• Available to work various hours including evenings and weekends, when necessary. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse population including adults and girls. 
• Ability to manage a multi-project workload, exercise initiative, and be an effective team leader/member. 
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including correct spelling and grammar and proofreading capabilities. 
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with the core competencies, values, and beliefs of GSACPC. 
• *Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19

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