Term-Limited Day-camp Counselor LEAD

Orting City Hall
104 Bridge St S.
Orting, WA 98360

Mailing Address
Orting City Hall
Attn:
Shawna Punzalan
PO Box 489
Orting, WA 98360

• Type:
  Temporary
• Salary/Pay Rate: $24.45 / hour
• Posted Date: 04/15/2026 9:06 AM

First Review:
May 15, 2026

The Day Camp Lead is a term-limited position for the following dates:
Monday through Friday, August 3rd – 7th, 2026 and August 10th - 14th, 2026 plus up to 10 additional hours for program development support and training. Working hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with 30-minute unpaid meal break. By submitting your application, you are confirming availability for all dates of the camp.

• Effective Communication:
  Speaking, listening and adapting communication styles to different audiences.
• Organization & Planning:
  Managing schedules and coordinating activities
• Operational Leadership:
  Providing work direction to subordinate counselors.
• Ability to think on your feet and remain calm under pressure
• Patient and reliable.
• Energetic and positive personality.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the job (strength and stamina to follow strenuous activities like hiking, running, crouching or carrying equipment).
• Present a professional, well-groomed, and positive appearance at all times.
• Pass a background check conducted by the City of Orting.

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Associate’s degree in early childhood education or other closely related field (preferred)

• Two (2) years in an education or childcare environment (required)
• One (1) year child education program development (preferred)

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License or Identification
• Current CPR/First-Aid Certification (required, or obtained prior to the start of employment)

• First-line supervisor for 2-4 camp counselors
• Oversee drop-off and pick-up sign-in/sign-out process for campers
• Set up craft and activity stations
• Escort and supervise children.
• Lead recreational and educational activities (such as games, sports, and crafting).
• Set up, take down, and maintain equipment daily.
• Ensure all safety rules are followed.
• Resolve occasional conflicts between children.
• Participate in program development in support of Activities & Events Coordinator.

Please direct questions to Shawna Punzalan, Human Resources Director, atjobs or .

The City of Orting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.