Summer Day Camp Leader 1 & 2

THE CITY OF PORT HURON IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: SUMMER DAY CAMP LEADER 1 & 2 (RECREATION DEPARTMENT)

• Deliver the camp program to meet the needs and interests of the camp's target population and ensure delivery in a safe and quality manner under the direction of the Day Camp Director.
• Plan recreational, age appropriate activities to suit the needs of the participants.
  • Including arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor activities, sports, etc.
• Oversee the daily operation of the summer camp including programming, camper supervision and health care.
• Oversee recreational summer program activities and facility use.
  • Assist with maintaining cleanliness of the facility and equipment.
• Ability to lead and work with specialized instructors.
• Provide excellent customer service to all guests in an effort to create memorable moments.
• Respond to inquiries from the public in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain contact with the families of the child participants.
• Enforce rules and regulations in a firm but fair and consistent manner.
• General knowledge of the principle rules, materials and equipment required for a variety of recreation activities.
• General knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of public recreation.
• Ability to adhere to program standards and objectives as outlined.
• Possess CPR and First Aid Certifications. (Training provided.)
• Previous recreation experience with youth would be helpful.
• Swimming skills required in order to participate in the pool with children twice per week.
• High school graduate, preferred.

Working Hours:

• Six month maximum assignment.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions with prolonged periods of standing and walking.

Salary Range:

• $ 15.00 – $ 18.00 / hour
• Does not include a benefit package.

Date Posted: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Final date to receive applications: Friday, May 1, 2026

To Apply:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Job applications can be obtained from the Human Resources Department or downloaded from HERE Opens in new window .
• If mailed, it must be postmarked by the deadline date listed above.
• Job applications will also be accepted in-person or by mail at: