Summer Day Camp Director
City of West Linn, West Linn, OR, United States
Join Our Team: As a Seasonal Summer Day Camp Director with the City of West Linn Parks & Recreation!
The City of West Linn is seeking a dependable, responsible, and enthusiastic individual with strong leadership skills to join our team as a full‑time temporary (non‑benefited) Summer Camp Director. The position will work in the Parks & Recreation Department’s summer programs from May through August. This role supervises youth summer day camp programs at two different sites, with kids ranging in age from 5‑12. The Camp Director is responsible for day‑to‑day operations and ensuring the safety and well‑being of participants and staff.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise staff and youth at day camp programs.
Report to assigned Recreation Coordinator.
Oversee daily operations of two summer camps.
Effectively communicate with recreation attendants, site supervisors, parents, and campers.
Organize and schedule activities for participants, including games, arts & crafts, sports, drama, and other special activities.
Manage both camper and staff behavioral issues.
Screen and train youth volunteers.
Schedule weekly on‑site presenters.
Coordinate weekly field trips, ensuring appropriate supplies, activities and communication with all relevant parties.
Order supplies as necessary.
Maintain accurate records and serve as timekeeper for site supervisors and recreation attendants.
Ensure and enforce that the staff, as specified, maintain the sites.
Train and ensure supervisors, recreation leaders and volunteers implement the recreation program as directed by the City of West Linn Parks and Recreation Department.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Requires daily attendance.
Current CPR and First Aid certification required (free training is provided before camp starts).
Must pass a pre‑employment screening process.
Ability to organize, direct, and coordinate multiple tasks across several programs and site locations.
Ability to deal with diverse populations.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with other employees.
Ability to understand and implement program policies.
Ability to supervise 12‑14 staff members.
High school graduate or GED.
Experience and Training
Educational background in recreation, therapeutic recreation, education or related experience.
Supervisory experience.
Current certification in First Aid and CPR preferred (free training will be offered).
EEO Policy The City of West Linn is committed to equal employment opportunity as a way to recruit, hire, and retain the most qualified employees. Moreover, it is the intent of the city to actively support and comply with local, state and federal law. Accordingly: We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.
Veterans Preference The City of West Linn provides qualifying veterans, disabled veterans, state service members, or former state service members with preference in employment in accordance with state law. Any candidate wishing to have their qualifying veteran’s preference applied to the process must submit a qualifying document (DD Form 214 or 215) at the time of application as well as the City's Veteran Preference Form, providing proof of eligibility that includes discharge status. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at the time of application, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215. Current and former state service members may submit The Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214); or (b) The National Guard Report of Separation and Record of Service (a federal NGB Form 22 or DD Form 214‑1). An applicant for a position with a public employer claiming state servicemember, former state servicemember, veteran or disabled veteran percentage points may submit a summary of benefits letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or any other official document, provided that the letter or other official document demonstrates that the applicant is a state servicemember, former state servicemember, veteran or disabled veteran, with the application for employment.
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Key Responsibilities
Supervise staff and youth at day camp programs.
Report to assigned Recreation Coordinator.
Oversee daily operations of two summer camps.
Effectively communicate with recreation attendants, site supervisors, parents, and campers.
Organize and schedule activities for participants, including games, arts & crafts, sports, drama, and other special activities.
Manage both camper and staff behavioral issues.
Screen and train youth volunteers.
Schedule weekly on‑site presenters.
Coordinate weekly field trips, ensuring appropriate supplies, activities and communication with all relevant parties.
Order supplies as necessary.
Maintain accurate records and serve as timekeeper for site supervisors and recreation attendants.
Ensure and enforce that the staff, as specified, maintain the sites.
Train and ensure supervisors, recreation leaders and volunteers implement the recreation program as directed by the City of West Linn Parks and Recreation Department.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Requires daily attendance.
Current CPR and First Aid certification required (free training is provided before camp starts).
Must pass a pre‑employment screening process.
Ability to organize, direct, and coordinate multiple tasks across several programs and site locations.
Ability to deal with diverse populations.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with other employees.
Ability to understand and implement program policies.
Ability to supervise 12‑14 staff members.
High school graduate or GED.
Experience and Training
Educational background in recreation, therapeutic recreation, education or related experience.
Supervisory experience.
Current certification in First Aid and CPR preferred (free training will be offered).
EEO Policy The City of West Linn is committed to equal employment opportunity as a way to recruit, hire, and retain the most qualified employees. Moreover, it is the intent of the city to actively support and comply with local, state and federal law. Accordingly: We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.
Veterans Preference The City of West Linn provides qualifying veterans, disabled veterans, state service members, or former state service members with preference in employment in accordance with state law. Any candidate wishing to have their qualifying veteran’s preference applied to the process must submit a qualifying document (DD Form 214 or 215) at the time of application as well as the City's Veteran Preference Form, providing proof of eligibility that includes discharge status. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs at the time of application, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215. Current and former state service members may submit The Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214); or (b) The National Guard Report of Separation and Record of Service (a federal NGB Form 22 or DD Form 214‑1). An applicant for a position with a public employer claiming state servicemember, former state servicemember, veteran or disabled veteran percentage points may submit a summary of benefits letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs or any other official document, provided that the letter or other official document demonstrates that the applicant is a state servicemember, former state servicemember, veteran or disabled veteran, with the application for employment.
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