Summer Recreation Day Camp - Assistant Director
General Purpose:
The Summer Recreation Day Camp Assistant Director will be available to assist the Director in the overall management of the program including personnel management, program development and health and safety management in accordance with the State of Michigan Camp Licensing Guidelines. The hourly wage for this position is $16.08 per hour, no benefits. Applicants must be available for the entirety of the camp, 35-40 hours/week, Mondays - Fridays between the hours of 8-5pm.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and coordinate camp programs and activities for a safe, engaging, high quality summer program
- Provide organizational and programmatic support as necessary
- Be available to step-in for the Director in all capacities
- 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 trouble-shooting
- Lead and maintain a positive team atmosphere that includes campers, families, camp based and office-based staff, and volunteers
- Assist in the evaluation of the camp itself, as well as the camping experience for youth participants.
Qualifications and Competencies:
- At least 21 years old
- Have a minimum of 1 year of full-time experience working with a population similar to that which the camp serves
- Be available Mondays - Fridays between the hours of 8am - 5pm
- Experience providing fun programming for diverse populations
- Works well with minimal supervision, and asks for assistance when needed
- Required certifications include: First Aid and CPR (provided upon hire)
- Prior camp experience, experience managing a staff of up to 10 individuals, flexibility, and fun team spirit.
- Manages conflict situations appropriately
- Excellent social, communication, and writing skills
- Current driver's license with clean driving record
- Ability to pass background checks/finger printing
- Can provide 3 statements of positive reference towards past camp/population experience
Only those 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.
