SUMMER CAMP TEEN STAFF

Salary : $19.42 - $22.48 Hourly

Location : Auburn, WA

Job Type : Variable-Hour

Department : Parks, Arts & Recreation

Division : Parks Recreation

Opening Date : 02 / 26 / 2025

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : TEMP

Position Details

Summer camp programs run from June 20, 2025 -August 22, 2025.

The Parks & Recreation Department is looking to hire Summer Camp Counselors for our teen summer camp programs.

Under the direction of the Recreation Manager and Program Coordinators, camp counselors help to plan, supervise and lead daily activities for children ages 10-16 . Activities include arts and crafts, games and sports, inclusive camp activities with adaptive recreation, and field trips.

These positions will work out of our Auburn Community Center in Les Gove Park. Hours will be Monday through Friday, 7 : 30 a.m. to 5 : 30 p.m. , hours of day dependent upon schedule, from June 20 through August 22, 2025 .

Note : This is a non-benefited position working up to 40 hours per week.

Primary Duties

Rec Leader II-Teen Camp Lead Counselor

• Daily driving is required
• Provide on-site and off-site leadership of Tween & Teen Program for youth ages 10 through 16.
• Must be able to assist in activity planning, scheduling and supervision of program .
• Must be able to engage with youth in specialty camp activities and ensure safety at ALL TIMES.
• Must be able to work the Fourth of July
• Must be able to work up to 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7 : 30 a.m. to 5 : 30 p.m. , hours of day dependent upon schedule, from June 20 through August 22, 2025.

Minimum Qualifications

Teen Camp Lead Counselor Qualifications

In this role you must :

Preferred Qualifications : One (1) year or more of experience working with children with and without disabilities in recreation, teaching or day camp environment; knowledge of age appropriate athletic and social activities, crafts and other large group activities for children between 10-16 years old; ability to demonstrate the following characteristics : responsible, respectful, honest, energetic, passionate, flexible, original, creative, dependable, thoughtful.

Additional Information

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

The City of Auburn is dedicated to building an inclusive, informed city, with opportunities for all. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application. You must meet the minimum qualifications to move forward in the screening process.

If identified as a top candidate, a thorough background check, as well as reference check and driving abstract review, will be required before an official position appointment will be offered.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Team Auburn values diverse perspectives and life experiences and welcomes applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect, and partnership. The department encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans. Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social, and economic equality for ALL people in our community.

The City of Auburn is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To learn more about the Inclusive Auburn initiative, please visit :

This is a non-benefited position.

Temporary positions are not eligible to receive City benefits; however, WA Paid Sick Leave (WPSL) is issued at 0.025 hours per 40 hours worked, as required by law.

Employees in this classification may be eligible for WA State Paid Family Medical Leave dependent upon their qualifications and work history in WA State. Please see https : / / paidleave.wa.gov / for more information.

Employees in this classification may also be eligible for PERS contributions, dependent upon their hours of work each month and their length of service. This is noted on the job announcement itself if it will apply to this position.

Please send any questions to regarding clarifications or questions about eligibility for any of the above.

Are you 21 years of age or older?

Are you available to work July 4, 2025?

What days and hours are you available to work, including weekends and evenings?

Please describe the kinds of recreation programs you have worked with, such as crafts, sports, leadership or recreation games; AND the age and number of children with which you have worked with.

What kinds of activities interest you the most? Check all that apply.

Do you have your First Aid certification?

Do you have your CPR certification?

Do you have your food handler's permit?

Do you have a valid driver's license without impending risk of loss?

Required Question

Salary : $19 - $22