Shelby Charter Township
Summer Recreation Day Camp - Assistant Director
Shelby Charter Township, Shelby, Michigan, United States
The Charter Township of Shelby Parks, Recreation and Maintenance Department is now accepting applications for
Summer Recreation Day Camp - Assistant Director.
Applicants should be available for the entirety of the camp - June through August (9 weeks), 35-40 hours/week, Mondays – Fridays between the hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. The hourly wage for this position is $16.88 per hour, no benefits.
GENERAL FUNCTION The Summer Recreation Day Camp Assistant Director will be available to assist the Director in the overall management of the program including personnel management, program development and health and safety management in accordance with the State of Michigan Camp Licensing Guidelines.
JOB DUTIES
Develop and coordinate camp programs and activities for a safe, engaging, high quality summer program
Provide organizational and program support as necessary
Be available to step in for the Director in all capacities
Assist in the development and implementation of training for all other Summer Recreation Staff
Maintain fiscal records for summer camp program purchases and work with budget provided by Parks and Recreation Department
Oversee the follow through of any correspondence necessary related to camp functions and activities. i.e. summer staff contracts, permits, etc.
Oversee camp field trips
Interact with Parents, Campers and Staff as needed
Plan weekly staff meetings to share programming ideas
Manage camper information and groupings
Address behavioral management, discipline and troubleshooting issues related to Campers and/or Staff. Maintain appropriate documentation when necessary
Assist in the determination of equipment needs, including placing necessary orders, and maintain camp resources and supplies
Support and supervise Staff in organizing, implementing, decision making and troubleshooting
Lead and maintain a positive team atmosphere that includes Campers, Families, Camp and Office Based Staff, and Volunteers
Assist in the evaluation of the camp itself, as well as the camping experience for youth participants
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum age of 21 years old
Minimum of 1 year of full-time experience working with a population similar to that which the camp serves
Prior camp experience, experience managing a staff of up to 10 individuals, flexibility, and fun team spirit
Applicant must be willing to obtain CPR/First Aid/AED training, which will be provided by the camp
Experience providing fun programming for diverse populations
Works well with minimal supervision, and asks for assistance when needed
Manages conflict situations appropriately
Excellent social, communication, and writing skills
Current Driver's License with clean driving record
Ability to pass background checks/finger printing
Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Human Resources Department.
The Charter Township of Shelby provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Summer Recreation Day Camp - Assistant Director.
Applicants should be available for the entirety of the camp - June through August (9 weeks), 35-40 hours/week, Mondays – Fridays between the hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. The hourly wage for this position is $16.88 per hour, no benefits.
GENERAL FUNCTION The Summer Recreation Day Camp Assistant Director will be available to assist the Director in the overall management of the program including personnel management, program development and health and safety management in accordance with the State of Michigan Camp Licensing Guidelines.
JOB DUTIES
Develop and coordinate camp programs and activities for a safe, engaging, high quality summer program
Provide organizational and program support as necessary
Be available to step in for the Director in all capacities
Assist in the development and implementation of training for all other Summer Recreation Staff
Maintain fiscal records for summer camp program purchases and work with budget provided by Parks and Recreation Department
Oversee the follow through of any correspondence necessary related to camp functions and activities. i.e. summer staff contracts, permits, etc.
Oversee camp field trips
Interact with Parents, Campers and Staff as needed
Plan weekly staff meetings to share programming ideas
Manage camper information and groupings
Address behavioral management, discipline and troubleshooting issues related to Campers and/or Staff. Maintain appropriate documentation when necessary
Assist in the determination of equipment needs, including placing necessary orders, and maintain camp resources and supplies
Support and supervise Staff in organizing, implementing, decision making and troubleshooting
Lead and maintain a positive team atmosphere that includes Campers, Families, Camp and Office Based Staff, and Volunteers
Assist in the evaluation of the camp itself, as well as the camping experience for youth participants
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum age of 21 years old
Minimum of 1 year of full-time experience working with a population similar to that which the camp serves
Prior camp experience, experience managing a staff of up to 10 individuals, flexibility, and fun team spirit
Applicant must be willing to obtain CPR/First Aid/AED training, which will be provided by the camp
Experience providing fun programming for diverse populations
Works well with minimal supervision, and asks for assistance when needed
Manages conflict situations appropriately
Excellent social, communication, and writing skills
Current Driver's License with clean driving record
Ability to pass background checks/finger printing
Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Human Resources Department.
The Charter Township of Shelby provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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