Shelby Charter Township
Summer Recreation Day Camp - 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 - Director. The Summer Recreation Day Camp director will oversee most aspects of staffing, programming, and camper relations for our summer camp season. Applicants must be available for the entirety of the camp – June through August (10 weeks), 35‑40 hours per week, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. Applicants must also be able to work some weekends and evenings when required for staff trainings. The hourly wage for this position is $16.88 per hour, with no benefits.
General Function The Director is accountable for the overall management of the program and is specifically responsible for 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 programmatic support as necessary
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 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 a clean driving record
Ability to pass background checks/fingerprinting
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Human Resource 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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General Function The Director is accountable for the overall management of the program and is specifically responsible for 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 programmatic support as necessary
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 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 a clean driving record
Ability to pass background checks/fingerprinting
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by the Human Resource 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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