Assistant Camp Director

Lenexa, KS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The City of Lenexas Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Camp Director to help manage our licensed day camp for the Summer of 2026.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Camp Director assists with the overall operations of the camp supports staff and ensures a safe and engaging environment for campers. If youre a natural leader with excellent communication skills and the ability to make quick decisions this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise and schedule up to 25 staff members fostering a positive and productive team environment.
Communicate effectively with parents/guardians participants and other personnel.
Ensure camp operations align with Lenexa and KDHE guidelines including maintaining a safe environment and enforcing behavior policies.
Assist in planning and implementing programs scheduling group rotations and organizing activities.
Document incidents disturbances and problems reporting them to the Camp Director or Recreation Supervisor.
Dispense medications and administer Epi-Pens after completing required training.
Support specialty camps and participate in special events such as hosting booths or leading activities.
Drive a 15-passenger vehicle to transport participants as needed.
Inspect clean and maintain program equipment and areas.

Qualifications:

Required:
- At least 18 years old.
- Completed at least 60 college credit hours with 1 year of related experience OR 30 credit hours with 6 months of related experience.
- Valid drivers license.
- First Aid/CPR/AED certification (or obtain within 30 days of employment).
- Ability to Drive a 15-passenger vehicle to transport participants as needed.
Preferred:
- Bachelors degree in education child development recreation or a related field.
- Two years of experience working with youth.
- Parks and recreation experience.

Physical Demands & Work Environment: This role requires lifting and moving supplies related to camp programs and events standing for extended periods and working outdoors in varying conditions.

The rate of pay is $18.75 per hour.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screen and a comprehensive fingerprint-based background check as required by the state of Kansas. An additional standard background check is required for applicants aged 18 or older.

To apply complete our online application and attach your resume. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Required Experience:

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The City of Lenexas Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Camp Director to help manage our licensed day camp for the Summer of 2026.Position Summary:The Assistant Camp Director assists with the overall operations of the camp supports staff and ensures a sa...