Assistant Property and Grounds Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work, support an important mission, and get hands-on experience working with an iconic brand? Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania (GSEP), a top ten Girl Scout Council, is looking for an Assistant Property and Grounds Manager  to join the Property team.

This role will assist in managing our Camp Mosey Wood and Camp Mountain House properties

At GSEP, staff members are committed to building girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Girl Scouts is the pre-eminent leadership development organization for girls. And with programs from coast to coast and across the globe, Girl Scouts offers every girl a chance to do something amazing.

Here’s how you can help!

The Assistant Property and Grounds Manager ensures that the camp property or office property is maintained and managed as a safe, healthy environment which complies with all GSUSA, ADA, ACA, OSHA and other government regulations, and Council safety and health regulations and policies.  

Working directly with the Property and Grounds Manager and Director of Property this position will assist in developing an annual work plan and multi-year maintenance plan for assigned locations. This role will assist in repairing, renovating, and maintaining the property to meet the annual work plan and strategic Council goals. 

Essential Qualifications:  

• Education – High School Diploma or GED. 
• Experience – 2 years previous experience in Property, Grounds, and/or Facility Maintenance.  

• Valid driver’s license, car, and proof of current insurance. 
• Computer Skills – Proficiency in Microsoft 2007 suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).  
• Ability to operate machinery, tools, and equipment necessary to perform maintenance and repair tasks. 
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing approximately 50 pounds. 
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Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Ability to work strenuously in hot and cold temperatures. 
• Ability to navigate over gravel and uneven paths. 
• Must be willing to live on Council property in provided housing as a requirement of the job. 
• Willingness to work weekends and evenings as necessary and meet the demands of an extended schedule during the summer camp season. 
• Knowledge and skills in plumbing, mechanical, and carpentry repairs and renovations. 
• Ability to effectively supervise staff. 
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and manage time efficiently. 

This is the perfect opportunity for an organized, productive, flexible and resourceful individual who wants to work in a unique environment, finds inspiration in working with the Girl Scouts’ brand, and is motivated by our mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.