Temporary: (Camp Recreation Assistant -II-III

Job Title: Temporary: (Camp) Recreation Assistant I-II-III

GR: N/A FLSA: Non-Exempt Department: Parks & Recreation (Temporary/Seasonal)
Division: Fieldhouse Camp Reports To: Assigned Supervisor Approved: 01/05/2026 Job Code: PR (Camp)

New hires will be selected for positions based on qualifications

Supervisor:
Travis Scheele, Recreation Superintendent

Location:

140 N. 5 th St, Salina, KS 67401
Telephone Number:
Email: travis.scheele

Age Requirement: 16 years of age or older

Classification: Entry level of the recreation series working under immediate supervision

• Provides leadership & guidance to all participants through a variety of games, crafts, sports, hiking, & camping activities.
• Meets & greets participants & provides information about programs.
• Responsible for overseeing activities & monitoring participants.
• Assists with the supervision of individual programs, team sports, & activities.
• Explains the rules of the activities & instructs participants at a variety of skill levels.
• Supervises participants & activities at all times.
• Guides participants to partake in all activities.
• Provides positive reinforcement or other behavioral intervention, as needed.
• Facilitates social interaction among all participants.
• Provides individual assistance as needed to promote participants' general adjustment to camp and/or activities.
• Provides personal care for participants.
• Rides as passenger in the designated vehicle for pick-up & drop-off, providing extra support & supervision for participants.
• Sets-up activities & cleans after activities.
• Ensures that the right equipment & supplies are on hand for all activities.
• Oversees equipment & makes sure equipment functions properly.
• Organizes & stores supplies & equipment.
• Responsible for miscellaneous office duties.
• Administers basic first aid, if needed.
• Responds in emergency situations within scope of training.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education: Eighth grade graduate.
CPR & First Aid certifications required.

Experience: Previous work in a school or camp setting preferred.

Desired

Qualifications:

Must be able to follow instructions.
Maintains a high standard of customer service.
Maintains positive & cooperative working relationships.
Communicates well with staff & patrons of various ages from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrates kindness to staff & patrons & presents professional attitude at all times.
Must be able to communicate verbally & in writing.

Requirements: Sixteen (16) year olds will work in a non-driving capacity.
Seventeen (17) year olds must possess a valid driver's license to operate utility vehicles & golf carts on city property & non-public access passageways.
Performs all job tasks according to rules & guidelines of Salina Parks & Recreations' safety program & weather alert procedures.
Must have reliable transportation to-and-from work.
Must be available to work shifts.
Must attend required trainings & meetings.
Required to review posted event calendars.
Must follow scheduling protocols & be able to obtain weekly work schedule.
Must follow time & attendance guidelines; must adhere to payroll requirements.
Must respond in a timely manner to all forms of communication regarding City of Salina employment by way of phone calls, emails, texts, etc.
Must be able to lift 10-40 pounds frequently.

Pay: $/hr. DOQ

Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older

Classification: Mid-level in the recreation series working under general supervision

• Responsible to fulfill the duties of the Recreation Assistant I position, as needed.
• Drives to & from events in the absence of the Recreation Assistant III.
• Provides leadership & guidance to all participants through a variety of games, crafts, sports, hiking, & camping activities.
• Meets & greets participants & provides information about programs.
• Responsible for overseeing activities & monitoring participants.
• Assists with the supervision of individual programs, team sports, & activities.
• Explains the rules of the activities & instructs participants at a variety of skill levels.
• Supervises participants & activities at all times.
• Guides participants to partake in all…