Recreation Aide - Summer Camp, Part-Time Non-Benefitted

General Description:

This is a field position. The incumbent performs routine tasks and fieldwork to assist with the planning and implementation of recreation programs, community events and facilities operations.

Organization:
The position reports to either a Recreation Supervisor or a Recreation Coordinator and supervises no staff.

• Assists with the planning and implementation of recreation programs.
• Leads programs and activities. Program areas might include: sports, games, arts & crafts, nature, music, and/or cultural arts.
• Assists with the inventory control, management, set up, breakdown, and care of recreation supplies, equipment, and program area.
• Performs related work as assigned.

A. Hazards

• None Known

B. Environment

• Field – 100% Must be able to travel to Parks and Recreation event sites and meetings.

C. Physical Effort

• Moderate to Highly Active

D. Non-exempt

• Knowledge of community youth recreation programming preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to follow workplace policies, procedures, and work plans
• Ability to work with the general public and provide satisfactory customer service
• Ability to work with a diverse group of participants while enforcing behavioral standards and program policies

Experience working in a recreation setting preferred. CPR/First Aid certification preferred.

• Criminal Records Check, including fingerprinting
• Mandatory participation in staff training

November 2023

Selected candidates will complete mandatory online training during the month of May.

Mandatory in-person training for summer camp will take place June 1 - 5, 2026.

Camps will be offered June 8 through July 24, 2026, Monday - Friday. Selected candidates are expected to work between 8:00 AM and 5:30 PM, in accordance with their assigned schedule. Campers will range in age from 6 to 12.

Additional work shifts will be made available to support department programs and events; all staff will be required to work Friday, July 10, and Saturday, July 11, 2026.