Summer Camp Creative Arts Assistant Directors & Directors

Arlington, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Important Notice: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application including prior job responsibilities duties and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

This announcement is specific to the Creative Arts Camp. If interested in other camp program areas you must apply directly to those positions.

The Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR) Creative Arts Camp is seeking Camp Assistant Directorsand Directors for temporary summer employment to support camp programs by planning and leading a variety of art experiences for children ages 5-8 & 8-11 (depending on the camp).

Responsibilities

Staff must commit to working from June 29 - August 14 (core camp dates). Training will begin in mid to late May through June which includes online courses with virtual and in-person trainings during weekday evenings and possibly a Saturday. Several positions are available and hours vary.

Qualifications

Minimums:

Assistant Director @ $19.49/Hour

Performing supervisory and administrative duties including managing recreation activities and processing participant and program evaluations.

High school diploma GED or equivalent; plus
Some experience working with youth or administering recreation programs.

Director @ $23.46/Hour

Directing summer camp programs developing curriculum and performing administrative duties.

High school diploma GED or equivalent; plus
Considerable experience administering recreation programs; including
Some experience leading/supervising recreation programs.*

*Substitution: Completion of some college coursework may substitute for the experience requirement for the Director only.

Licenses/Certifications: Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED Certification or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire (Training provided by Department.)

Desirables: Preference may be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following:

Working in Summer Camp programs or Arlington Camps;
Teaching art and working with children; and/or
Experience/willingness to work with individuals with disabilities.

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.

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 will be requested at time of interview.
Attend all required trainings wear a uniform and 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 Director or other designated positions.
Possess a drivers license and complete a successful 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: May vary between 35-40 hours per week 7-8 hours a day between the hours of 8am-6pm.

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 ().

Interviews will be conducted on a continuous basis. 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 mid-July.

Applicants may attach a resume in addition to completing the online application. Attaching a resume without completion of the application will be considered an incomplete application.

The official title of these positions are Recreation Assistant III and Recreation Assistant IV.

SRAI & SRAII STATEMENT: Want to work at Creative Arts Camp but dont have enough experience to be a Recreation Assistant III or IV Please apply to the General Camp Counselor position here and select that youd like to work at Creative Arts Camp in the supplemental questions of the application. For further information about the selection process or specific camp job duties please email Jim Halloran at .

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Required Experience:

Director

DescriptionImportant Notice: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application including prior job responsibilities duties and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will...