Camp Assistant - Camp Mather 2026 (Outside of San Francisco) - Rec & Parks (3264
San Francisco, Groveland, California, United States, 95321
Overview
Under supervision, Camp Assistants work with other camp staff to ensure guests experience a sense of community and enjoy a wonderful vacation. This position requires a high level of physical effort as well as strong customer-service skills. Examples of Essential Duties
Works steam tables, serves food, buses tables, washes and stacks dishes, and cleans flatware; Cleans cabins, dining hall kitchen, and other camp facilities, including sweeping and mopping floors, washing windows and scrubbing washrooms; Cleans the campgrounds; Participates in the staff talent show and staff versus guest athletic activities; Unloads and loads trucks, and moves furniture and supplies; and Helps the Chef, Assistant Cooks, and Food Service Workers as needed. Available Work Assignments
April 19 to May 16 (Early Crew) May 17 to August 15 (High Season) August 16 to September 25 (Wrap-Up Crew) Policies and Expectations
Employees are expected to follow the policies described in the 2026 Camp Mather Pre-Hire Policies. Failure to follow these policies may result in termination. Work Conditions
Housing and Meals: During employment, free meals and housing are provided. Camp staff live in shared housing with other staff. Nature of Work: Includes working indoors and outdoors with exposure to sun, snow, rain, temperatures, and possible wildfire smoke and wildlife; regular exposure to bugs and insects. Work Schedule: The workweek is six days, with small shifts throughout the day. Shifts include weekends, early mornings and evenings. Overtime may be required. Work Location: Camp Mather is located in the High Sierra near Yosemite National Park, about 3 hours east of San Francisco. Transportation: Employees must secure their own transportation to Camp Mather. Parking is available for personal vehicles. Public transit and ride-share options are limited and unreliable in this location. Cell Phone & Internet: Very limited cellular and internet/Wi-Fi services are available on site. Minimum Qualifications
Applicant must be 18 years or older at the time of hire; High School diploma or equivalent at hire; Ability to work with and live around coworkers and guests of all ages and backgrounds; Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form; Good physical condition and ability to lift up to 50 pounds; Neat and clean appearance at all times; Ability to provide great customer service to guests in a friendly and helpful manner; For kitchen staff: ServSafe certificate or California Food Handler Card Desirable Qualifications
ServSafe Certificate or California Food Handler Card; Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid certification Citizen or Neighborhood Emergency Response Team Training Valid CA Driver License Verification of Education and Experience
Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/experience-education/. Note:
Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco. Additional Information Regarding Employment
What else should I know? Steps to Apply
Complete the required
supplemental questionnaire : https://forms.office.com/g/VaKKXxbUcP. Only applications with a submitted supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed for consideration in the department's selection process. Complete your application with as much detail as possible in the experience section. Include all relevant training and experience. It is essential that you provide complete information. A resume will not substitute for a completed application. If you write "see resume" on your application, your application may be rejected. Selection Process The selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to the minimum qualifications and response to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, the Department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the Department will be invited for an interview. Additional Information
Information About the Hiring Process Conviction History Employee Benefits Overview Equal Employment Opportunity Disaster Service Worker ADA Accommodation Right to Work Copies of Application Documents Diversity Statement Candidates for positions with the Recreation and Park Department may be disqualified if their conviction history does not meet standards. Where to Apply
All job applications must be submitted through the online portal: https://careers.sf.gov/ Computers are available for the public to file online applications in the lobby of the Dept. of Human Resources and at City Career Center. Ensure your application information is accurate. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification. Use your personal email address for application communications. Applicants will receive a confirmation email from notification@smartrecruiters.com confirming receipt of their online application. Retain this confirmation email. Failure to receive this email means the online application was not submitted or received. If you have any questions, contact Ian Talley at ian.talley@sfgov.org. Recruitment ID: RTF0163318-00121298 The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or other protected category under the law.
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Under supervision, Camp Assistants work with other camp staff to ensure guests experience a sense of community and enjoy a wonderful vacation. This position requires a high level of physical effort as well as strong customer-service skills. Examples of Essential Duties
Works steam tables, serves food, buses tables, washes and stacks dishes, and cleans flatware; Cleans cabins, dining hall kitchen, and other camp facilities, including sweeping and mopping floors, washing windows and scrubbing washrooms; Cleans the campgrounds; Participates in the staff talent show and staff versus guest athletic activities; Unloads and loads trucks, and moves furniture and supplies; and Helps the Chef, Assistant Cooks, and Food Service Workers as needed. Available Work Assignments
April 19 to May 16 (Early Crew) May 17 to August 15 (High Season) August 16 to September 25 (Wrap-Up Crew) Policies and Expectations
Employees are expected to follow the policies described in the 2026 Camp Mather Pre-Hire Policies. Failure to follow these policies may result in termination. Work Conditions
Housing and Meals: During employment, free meals and housing are provided. Camp staff live in shared housing with other staff. Nature of Work: Includes working indoors and outdoors with exposure to sun, snow, rain, temperatures, and possible wildfire smoke and wildlife; regular exposure to bugs and insects. Work Schedule: The workweek is six days, with small shifts throughout the day. Shifts include weekends, early mornings and evenings. Overtime may be required. Work Location: Camp Mather is located in the High Sierra near Yosemite National Park, about 3 hours east of San Francisco. Transportation: Employees must secure their own transportation to Camp Mather. Parking is available for personal vehicles. Public transit and ride-share options are limited and unreliable in this location. Cell Phone & Internet: Very limited cellular and internet/Wi-Fi services are available on site. Minimum Qualifications
Applicant must be 18 years or older at the time of hire; High School diploma or equivalent at hire; Ability to work with and live around coworkers and guests of all ages and backgrounds; Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal form; Good physical condition and ability to lift up to 50 pounds; Neat and clean appearance at all times; Ability to provide great customer service to guests in a friendly and helpful manner; For kitchen staff: ServSafe certificate or California Food Handler Card Desirable Qualifications
ServSafe Certificate or California Food Handler Card; Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid certification Citizen or Neighborhood Emergency Response Team Training Valid CA Driver License Verification of Education and Experience
Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/experience-education/. Note:
Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco. Additional Information Regarding Employment
What else should I know? Steps to Apply
Complete the required
supplemental questionnaire : https://forms.office.com/g/VaKKXxbUcP. Only applications with a submitted supplemental questionnaire will be reviewed for consideration in the department's selection process. Complete your application with as much detail as possible in the experience section. Include all relevant training and experience. It is essential that you provide complete information. A resume will not substitute for a completed application. If you write "see resume" on your application, your application may be rejected. Selection Process The selection process will include evaluation of applications in relation to the minimum qualifications and response to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview. Depending on the number of applicants, the Department may establish and implement additional screening mechanisms to comparatively evaluate the qualifications of candidates. If this becomes necessary, only those applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the needs of the Department will be invited for an interview. Additional Information
Information About the Hiring Process Conviction History Employee Benefits Overview Equal Employment Opportunity Disaster Service Worker ADA Accommodation Right to Work Copies of Application Documents Diversity Statement Candidates for positions with the Recreation and Park Department may be disqualified if their conviction history does not meet standards. Where to Apply
All job applications must be submitted through the online portal: https://careers.sf.gov/ Computers are available for the public to file online applications in the lobby of the Dept. of Human Resources and at City Career Center. Ensure your application information is accurate. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification. Use your personal email address for application communications. Applicants will receive a confirmation email from notification@smartrecruiters.com confirming receipt of their online application. Retain this confirmation email. Failure to receive this email means the online application was not submitted or received. If you have any questions, contact Ian Talley at ian.talley@sfgov.org. Recruitment ID: RTF0163318-00121298 The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or other protected category under the law.
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