Kennesaw, United States | Posted on 02/06/2026
Job Responsibilities
- Plan and implement pre-camp activities and daily programming for up to 150 participants.
- Train, supervise, motivate, and evaluate a staff of up to 12 camp counselors; review performance and recommend changes as needed.
- Organize staff workloads and daily assignments.
- Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all participants, staff, and volunteers.
- Maintain care and proper use of camp supplies, equipment, and facilities.
- Procure camp supplies, equipment, and snack items as needed.
- Follow and enforce all policies outlined in camp training materials and City personnel manuals.
- Manage discipline concerns and respond to emergency situations appropriately.
- Administer first aid for minor injuries as necessary.
- Maintain accurate and complete records including employee time sheets, attendance logs, behavior reports, accident reports, medical documentation, and parent communications.
- Conduct daily safety and cleanliness inspections of camp facilities.
- Assist with light cleaning duties and the setup and breakdown of tables and chairs.
- Cross-train and assist at the Splash Pad if needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to work cooperatively with others and interpret policies and procedures.
- Ability to provide courteous, professional, and effective customer service to all patrons.
- Ability to respond appropriately to patron questions, concerns, incidents, and accidents.
- Ability to follow and enforce all established facility policies and procedures.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Availability to work a flexible daytime schedule, Monday through Friday, from May 11 through July 24 (start date flexible). Camp will not operate June 29–July 3.
- Ability to attend mandatory Summer Camp orientation and training on Saturday, May 16, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Must successfully complete a criminal background check.
- Must pass a mandatory drug screening.
- A minimum of one (1) year of paid or volunteer experience in a recreational camp, after school program, daycare facility, or related youth program is preferred.
- Previous customer service experience preferred.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must possess current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, or be willing and able to obtain certification prior to or during employment.
ADA Requirements: Applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Physical Requirements : This position requires the ability to perform light physical work, including standing and walking for extended periods and lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to approximately 5–10 pounds.
Work Environment: Essential job functions are performed primarily outdoors and involve regular exposure to varying weather conditions and outdoor elements.
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