Summer Camp Counselor - Parks, Recreation & Culture

Major Functions

The County of Volusia is seeking Summer Recreation Camp Counselors for the Parks, Recreation & Culture Division. Positions will be located at various locations throughout Volusia County, Florida and will be responsible for supervising children and conducting recreational activities for the County's summer recreational programs.

Program Dates

Summer Program runs from June 8, 2026 through July 24, 2026.

Position Status

Position is posted on a continuous basis and may close without notice. The position is temporary and not eligible for benefits.

• Assist in conducting recreational activities and preparation of facilities.
• Assist in enforcing rules and regulations.
• Assist in collecting fees and taking registrations for recreational programs.
• Assist in light maintenance of facilities and recreational areas.
• Supervise children involved in after‑school, summer or other recreational programs at county sites and various outside locations to include water parks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Graduation from high school or completion of a GED by June 8, 2026.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years old on or before June 8, 2026.
• Must pass required DCF Level II background check (fingerprinting and drug screen).

• Ability to supervise children and ensure a safe environment.
• Ability to monitor and respond to events going on at all times (e.g., inside, outdoor play area, field trips).
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, courteous relationships with children, parents, and co‑workers.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to tactfully enforce rules and regulations.
• Ability to respond appropriately to an emergency situation.
• Knowledge of recreational field.
• Knowledge of activity rules and regulations.
• Ability and willingness to go into water with children.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

• Use of fingers, hands, sight, depth perception, hearing, speaking, walking, standing, kneeling, bending, reaching, climbing, balancing, and stooping.

• Work inside and outside. Exposure to inclement weather (sun, heat, humidity, cold, rain, dust, noise).
• Exposure to fresh and salt water.

• Ability to read and comprehend professional manuals, policies, procedures, instructions, memos, and letters.
• Ability to write compound sentences relating information, data, and details to laypeople.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely; conversant in practices and procedures of discipline.

Volusia County is a drug‑free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference is provided to qualified applicants pursuant to State law.

• Health Insurance
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement
  • Florida Retirement System (FRS)
  • Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP)
  • Deferred Compensation (475 Plan)
• Supplemental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short‑Term Disability Insurance
  • Long‑Term Disability Insurance
  • Cancer Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
• Paid Time Off
  • Personal Leave
  • Holidays
  • Bereavement
  • Military
• Additional Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • On‑site Wellness/Fitness Center
  • Computer Purchase Program
  • Direct Deposit Payroll

Temporary and intermittent employees are not paid for holidays and are not eligible for benefits.