What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Recreation Leader III -Counselor in Training Coordinator position at City of Alexandria, VA?
Temporary Recreation Leader III
“Preserving the Past, while Innovating our Future”
The City of Alexandria is located in northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington and Fairfax counties. With a population of approximately 150,000 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work. About one-quarter square miles in the city have been designated as a national or local historic district. We proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead. If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Counselor in Training Coordinator.
What we do and how we do it is driven by our 4 Guiding Principles:
- Aligning the work, we do with our strategic plan
- Executing against our strategy and ensuring accountability for our results
- Promoting and encouraging a culture of leadership and ownership at all levels of the organization
- Promoting a culture of service excellence, creativity and entrepreneurship
Overview
In pursuit of service excellence, the Counselor In Training Coordinator provides an energetic camp environment while demonstrating a joy of interacting with children in safe and comforting environment. This position will understand how to work with and develop basic introductory camp counselor skills in teens ages 13-15 years old. This person will organize these participants to actively participate in various recreation camps. The position will provide exceptional customer service and foster a happy and engaging environment.
What You Should Bring
Each member of our team is accountable for the outstanding delivery of services to the community. You will work to meet the needs of our community. To succeed as a CIT Coordinator, you should be upbeat, decisive, and responsible while giving campers a fun, safe camp experience. You should also be organized and possess strong leadership skills. You will have the support of and work under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator and/or Regional Program Director. The hours will vary Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm with specials events outside of standard business hours.
Counselor In Training Coordinator:
- Assist with registration, data management, and recordkeeping
- Assist with the administration and clerical needs of the counselor in training program offered
- Supports the Recreation Coordinator/ Regional Program Director in the planning and leading camp and camp organizing
- Maintain summer camp participant information binder including collecting forms, contacting parents, developing and maintaining camper medication log.
- Attends all staff trainings, staff meeting, and participants in events and activities
- Actively monitor all campers in all areas campers might convene.
- Know how many participants are under the position’s care and know who and where they are always.
- Safely escort children to and from activities.
- Effectively communicate with supervisor, campers and parents.
- Assist in packing all materials and equipment at end of camp day and season.
- Organizes the set up and break down of necessary equipment and materials needed for instructional programs and activities.
- Responds to customer questions and concerns in a positive and professional matter.
- Function effectively as a team member
- Performs related work as required.
About the Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities
The mission of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is to enrich the City of Alexandria by creating meaningful experiences through public spaces, cultural activities, and programming. The Department’s vision is to improve the well-being of every person in our community by connecting them to each other and their environment. The Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities received national accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). National accreditation requires park and recreation agencies to meet 155 standards representing elements of effective and efficient park and recreation operations.
Minimum & Additional Requirements
High School Diploma and three (3) years of related experience or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. First Aid training.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with children ages 13 through 15 preferred.
Notes
This position requires successful completion of a criminal records background check and drug screening prior to employment.
