Temporary Camp Counselor- Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center

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Did you know that Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation proudly hosts many community events each year? Hummingbird Festival, The Senior Games and Festival in the Park are just a few that our employees and residents look forward to every year! The Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department (MCPRD) strives to enrich the lives of our residents by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs, aiming to improve residents’ fitness levels and reduce health care costs.

This contributes to a sense of community through events and spaces for the public to socialize, thereby increasing property values and providing tourism venues. We protect open space, natural areas, and our treasured tree canopy through stewardship. We play a critical role in ensuring Mecklenburg County achieves its vision that the county “will be a community of pride and choice for people to LIVE, WORK and RECREATE.”

The department serves a population exceeding one million residents, including the City of Charlotte, six towns, and the unincorporated areas of the county covering 523 square miles. In addition, the department manages over 21,000 acres and 230+ parks, nature preserves, greenways and facilities. The Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department is continually recognized for its cutting‑edge programs, state‑of‑the‑art facilities and unique partnerships.

Our success is rooted in our staff. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team, dedicated to building a better community, and being recognized as leaders both in our community and across the country, then Mecklenburg County has great opportunities for you.

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is excited to add Temporary Recreation Assistants to the team! These temporary, 40‑hour per week positions will assist with the planning and operations of summer day camps for kids at Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center. They will provide direct supervision of campers and assist in planning and directing camp activities, such as athletics, games, arts & crafts, field trips, etc.

Additionally, they will participate in overall customer service operations and regularly provide information to visitors regarding our service and programs. The dates of this temporary employment opportunity include mandatory orientation, staff training (week of June 8th) and Summer Camp (June 15th‑August 21st). Selected candidates must be willing to accommodate this schedule.

By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, should you meet the minimum qualifications, at other Park and Recreation locations that may become available. If you are looking to grow in your career or transition laterally into a new role, don’t miss this opportunity to apply!

• Provide customer service and handle funds in a recreation center or park facility through telephone, emails, website, social media, and walk‑in patrons for information, program registration, center daily use, and rentals.
• Ensure safety of participants/spectators and administer first aid when necessary.
• Enforce rules and regulations.
• Collect fees and take registrations for recreational programs and facility rentals.
• Assist in light maintenance of facilities and recreational areas.
• Referee at various sports activities; provide services as timekeeper, scorekeeper, or line‑person at games.
• Assist with various recreational programs for all ages.
• Handle inquiries and complaints from the public.
• Assist with special events and field trips.

Experience: No experience required.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Licenses and

Certifications:

Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges; CPR/First Aid.

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