Youth Camp Director (Variable Hour)
City of Aurora, Aurora, CO, United States
Summer (Youth) Camp Director
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces Primary Duties & Responsibilities Organize and run staff meetings, mandatory trainings, and other Youth Services events required by program. Prepare and maintain necessary supplies and stay within budget guidelines. Directors will coordinate and implement activities and events which will include direct supervision of group programs. Directors will work closely with parents on youth profiles, program communication & volunteer needs. Work with the Program Leaders to implement and participate in planned programs which include games, crafts, field trips, and swimming. Perform other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications & Working Conditions An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Youth Program Director must meet one of the following qualifications: Education/Experience: Bachelor's Degree in recreation, outdoor education, art education, elementary or early childhood education, human services, or directly related field. Two years of college training and six (6) months (910 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable full-time or equivalent part-time, paid or volunteer, experience, in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children. Three years (5460 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable full-time or equivalent part-time, paid or volunteer, experience and one of the following qualifications: A. Complete six semester hours, or nine quarter hours in course work from a regionally accredited college or university; or B. 40 clock hours of training in course work applicable to school-age children and the department-approved courses in injury prevention, and playground safety for School-Aged Child Care Centers within the first nine months of employment. This position will require the following certifications to be completed upon hiring: First aid and CPR Standard Precautions Medical Administration Part 1 and Part 2 Child Abuse Reporting Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Immunization Course Playground Safety Injury Prevention FEMA Multihazard Planning for Child Care The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24. The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission. Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces Primary Duties & Responsibilities Organize and run staff meetings, mandatory trainings, and other Youth Services events required by program. Prepare and maintain necessary supplies and stay within budget guidelines. Directors will coordinate and implement activities and events which will include direct supervision of group programs. Directors will work closely with parents on youth profiles, program communication & volunteer needs. Work with the Program Leaders to implement and participate in planned programs which include games, crafts, field trips, and swimming. Perform other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications & Working Conditions An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Youth Program Director must meet one of the following qualifications: Education/Experience: Bachelor's Degree in recreation, outdoor education, art education, elementary or early childhood education, human services, or directly related field. Two years of college training and six (6) months (910 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable full-time or equivalent part-time, paid or volunteer, experience, in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children. Three years (5460 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable full-time or equivalent part-time, paid or volunteer, experience and one of the following qualifications: A. Complete six semester hours, or nine quarter hours in course work from a regionally accredited college or university; or B. 40 clock hours of training in course work applicable to school-age children and the department-approved courses in injury prevention, and playground safety for School-Aged Child Care Centers within the first nine months of employment. This position will require the following certifications to be completed upon hiring: First aid and CPR Standard Precautions Medical Administration Part 1 and Part 2 Child Abuse Reporting Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Immunization Course Playground Safety Injury Prevention FEMA Multihazard Planning for Child Care The city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24. The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission. Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.