Summer Camp Assistant Directors - Nature History
Summer Camp Assistant Directors - Nature History
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Job Description
This announcement is specific to the Nature & History Camp. If you are interested in other camp program areas you must apply directly to those positions.
TheDepartment of Parks & Recreation(DPR)Nature and History Camp is seekingtemporary summer Camp Counselors to plan and lead a variety of nature experiences for campers ages 610 or 1114. Daily camp activities mainly take place outside and include animal meet and greets games crafts storytelling and physical activities like hiking fishing etc.This program operates outdoors for the full duration of the camp day (except during extreme weather conditions).
Staff must commit to working from June 20 August 8 (core camp dates). Additional weeks from August 14 August 25 may also be available. Training will begin in mid to late May through June which includes online courses with virtual and inperson trainings during weekday evenings and a few positions are available and hours vary.
Responsibilities
RECREATION ASSISTANT III $19.10/Hourly
Assisting with managing recreation activities behavior management of participants andevaluations of the activities.
Successful candidates will have good character and integrity effective communication skills and reliable transportation including the ability to complete tasks take initiative and work successfully in a team environment.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Education:High School Diploma/GED/Equivalent; plus
Experience: Some experienceworking with youth or administering summer/recreation programs.
Desirables:Preference may be given to candidates in one or more of the following:
- Workingin Summer Camp programs orArlington Camps;
- Working outdoors performing hiking scouting fishing or other outdoor skills;
- Working with animals or school aged kids
- Demonstrated interests in Nature or Civil Warhistory; and
- Experience/willingness to work with individuals with disabilities.
Special Requirements
If selected all summer staff may be required to:
- Agree to a criminal background check (for applicants 18 years and older)
- Provide references which may be included in this application.
- Attend all required trainings wear a uniform and have the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Stand and walk for a prolonged periods of time during the work shift.
- Be CPR and First Aid Certified as of the first day of camp for the Camp Directoror otherdesignatedpositions.
- Possess a driver license and successfully complete a driving license record check(for applicants 18 years and older).
- Provide personal care as needed to campers (training provided).
- Arlington County requires that all employees have a bank account to accept direct payroll deposits.
Additional Information
Work Hours: Monday Friday 8:30 am 5:00 pm. Some weekends may be required.
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT: Summer camp employees can receive a 20 discount on camp fees for their children! To learn more go to:Summer Camp Employment FAQs Official Website of Arlington County Virginia Government (arlingtonva)..
Interviews will be conducted on acontinuousbasis. Interested applicants should apply as soon as possible. Written notifications will be sent to applicants who applied but were not hired once all positions are filled. Generally these notifications are sent in midJuly.
For further information about the selection process or specific camp job duties email:.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Part-Time
