What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kid City Summer Camp Staff Assistant position at City of Bloomington?
CITY OF BLOOMINGTON
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
JOB OPPORTUNITY
KID CITY SUMMER CAMP
Seasonal Full Time – STAFF ASSISTANT (HEAD COUNSELOR) (1)
DESCRIPTION:
Oversees the daily operation of a large summer camp for children in Grades K-7. Coordinates the implementation of daily/weekly programs, supervises counselors, acts as a liaison to parents and other childcare workers, and assists Kid City staff.
EDUCATION:
Required: At least two years of college with course work in recreation, education, youth development, therapeutic recreation and/or a related field.
EXPERIENCE:
Experience in camp counseling/administration, recreational programming, and/or programming for elementary aged children.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
Ability to work in a fast-paced, flexible environment. A high level of energy, strong organizational skills, and ability to work with people (staff and participants). It is important for this position to have a calm demeanor and good problem-solving skills.
REQUIREMENTS:
Current CPR and First Aid certifications. (Incumbent has until the start of training in May to present the above paperwork.)
HOURS:
A six-eight hour shift between 7:30 am and 5:30 pm Monday through Friday during the camp season (June – Early August). Approximately 30 hours of mandatory training to begin in May.
SALARY:
$17.96 per hour
APPLICANTS APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION ARE SUBJECT TO A CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK. DIRECT DEPOSIT IS A REQUIRED CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
Anyone wishing to apply for this position must submit an application to Bloomington Parks & Recreation either in person during business hours (401 N. Morton Street, Suite 250), by mail (P.O. Box 848, Bloomington, IN 47402) by fax (812-349-3705)or by emailing parks@bloomington.in.gov. Applications are available at the Bloomington Parks & Recreation main office and at https://bloomington.in.gov. Position open until filled. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by February 28th.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, or disability status in employment or the provision of services.
The City of Bloomington validates authorization to work using e Verify. The City will provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary the Department of Homeland Security, with the information from each new employee’s I-9 form to confirm work authorization.
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: From $17.96 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18
