Job Details
Position Type: Seasonal
Education Level: None
Job Shift: Day
Summer Camp Assistant Director
Department: Parks and Recreation FLSA Status: Exempt
General Definition of Work
Under supervision of the Summer Camp Program Director, is responsible for assisting in the implementation and supervision the camp program.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions
Assists the Camp Director in daily administration of school age child program ensuring the safety and quality of the program at all times. Assists the Camp Director with overseeing camp counselor guidance, training and supervision, curriculum planning, and participating with the children in daily activities. Collect and maintain children and staff records as prescribed by regulations. Observe all state regulations, City and Department policies and procedures. Maintain communication with faculty, administration, program parents/guardians, co-workers and supervisor, both verbally and written. Serves as a role model to the staff and campers. Performs other duties and activities as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Good communication skills, knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices. Self-motivated and ability to prioritize personal responsibilities and accomplish job tasks with autonomy from close supervision. Thorough knowledge of summer camp activities, materials, rules, supplies, equipment, etc. Ability to develop, implement and manage summer camp activities. A good, working knowledge of mathematics. Ability to operate department equipment, ability to plan and coordinate activities, to understand and anticipate problems, to develop and enforce department policies and procedures, to supervise and to interpret written instructions, reports, maps, manuals and schematics. The ability to establish successful working relationships with employees and the public, and use good professional judgment, honesty, and integrity in decision making.
Education and Experience
Must be at least 18 years old or older. High school Diploma or GED. At least three months of job-related experience working with school-age children.
Physical Requirements
Indoor and outdoor setting. The position requires manual labor including lifting and carrying objects, frequent bending, kneeling, jumping, and stooping, ability to operate department equipment, and a high level of physical, emotional, and mental energy. No adverse working conditions exist within this position when working in an office setting with a computer. The out of doors work may encounter adverse weather conditions.
Special Requirements
Must successfully pass a fingerprint-based background check.
Obtain First Aid and CPR certification before the start of the program.
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