Program Aide - Wildlife Camp - Seasonal - Summer

Position: Program Aide - Wildlife Camp - Seasonal - Summer 2026 ($17.74/hour - $23.94/hour)
Do you enjoy working with children and being outdoors? Impact our community's youth by becoming a part of Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (H.A.R.D.)'s Camp Programs this summer! The Nature Camp program is looking to hire several Program Aides to join our team at the Sulphur Creek Nature Center! The primary responsibilities of this position are assisting the counselors in creating and leading interpretive programs, mentoring volunteers, and providing excellent customer service to parents and caregivers.

The ideal candidate will have enthusiasm for working with children and be ready to jump in when needed. Training will be provided. This is a seasonal, summer-time position working up to 35 hours per week from June to August 2025. Here are the details about the positions:
Available Positions: 2 Hourly Rate: $17.74/hour - $23.94/hour

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 35 hours/week Typical

Work hours:

8:30AM - 4:00PM Part-Time, Seasonal, Hourly, Non-Exempt Position

Work Location:

Sulphur Creek Nature Center Anticipated

Start Date:

June 8, 2026 Duration:
Summer season will run from June 8 to August 22 Not to exceed 960 hours per fiscal year. (July 1 - June 30) First review of applications will be March 2, 2026. Applications received after first review will be reviewed as we receive them. This posting may close at any time. POSITION SUMMARY Under supervision, assists with the implementation of all age appropriate curriculum and activities related to the daily operation of a District program site in order to ensure the safety and well-being of participants and perform related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Incumbents in this class are primarily responsible for assisting with supervision to participants enrolled in the program; implementing age appropriate curriculum; establishing and maintaining supportive relationships with public; and sanitization of program equipment. This class can be distinguished from the class of Program Instructor because incumbents in this class primarily serve as aides and do not have advanced education to perform work more independently.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Incumbents may not perform all duties. Duties include but are not limited to the following:
Assist with implementation of the daily curriculum and activities according to established program goals and guidelines Maintain a safe and healthy environment Assist with the supervision of the activities of participants and monitor behavioral patterns Assist with maintaining of accurate attendance and complete required records; maintain appropriate confidential records Assist with the managing of the storage and inventory of equipment and supplies Participate in meeting and training sessions Maintain good public relations At all times, demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors and the public Performs other duties as assigned WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.

The functions of this position are performed indoors and/or outdoors depending on season. Incumbents must wear an appropriate uniform with identification and protective equipment. The environment requires working in climate-controlled indoor environments as well as various weather conditions, including heat and sunshine when outdoors. Specialized aspects of the work environment may also include high noise levels, interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing safety and departmental policies and procedures.

Incumbents may be assigned an irregular working schedule including weekends, early mornings, evenings and holidays and may have to travel between various locations. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to have: hearing and speech adequate to communicate in person, by telephone, and to speak loudly in a noisy setting;

vision adequate to clearly distinguish distance, color, depth perception and persons to identify signs of distress; bodily movement adequate to frequently sit, stand, walk, run, jump, climb, reach, turn, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, and push/pull; ability to raise arms above shoulder height; manual dexterity adequate to grasp objects, use fine manipulation, write and operate office machines and equipment; strength and endurance to perform medium to heavy physical work, perform lifting and carrying of items/persons up to 50 pounds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Ability and Skill to:

* Work with adults, children and families participating in a variety of recreational activities

* Monitor compliance with District regulations and policies, and general safety practices…