What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Day Camp Counselor I/II/Lead (Seasonal) position at City of Concord, CA?
Salary : $16.80 - $19.48 Hourly
Location : Concord, CA
Job Type : Part Time
Department : Recreation Services
Division : Summer Day Camps
Opening Date : 01 / 15 / 2025
Closing Date : Continuous
Bargaining Unit : Limited Service
Job Characteristics
- PART-TIME JOB OPPORTUNITY
SUMMER DAY CAMP COUNSELOR I / II
BACKYARD EXPLORERS AND EAST BAY EXPLORERS (SEASONAL)
The City of Concord is seeking individuals to work for the City's Summer Day Camp Programs in the Recreation Services Department. Salary is negotiable based on experience :
The Day Camp Programs :
Concord Recreation Services is a diverse, high performing, collaborative team that creates community through people, parks, and programs. Our fun, welcoming, and inclusive programs improve the quality of life of our participants and community. Participants and staff can experience the camp of a lifetime with Backyard Explorers and East Bay Explorers. These programs provide a safe and supervised place for children and teens to make new friends, engage in a variety of daily camp activities, and explore a new Bay Area location each week on a field trip.
The Backyard Explorers Day Camp is for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. It is located at Markham Nature Park at 3915 Cowell Road in Concord, CA.
The East Bay Explorers Day Camp is for youth 11 to 14 years old. It is located at Willow Pass Community Center at 2748 East Olivera Road in Concord, CA.
For more program information, go to
What you will be doing :
Under supervision, Camp Counselors assist with a variety of recreation program activities, including customer service at centers, monitoring participants, and assisting with the supervision of individual and team sports, programs, and activities. Activities may include local excursions, swimming, barbecues, arts and crafts, cooking projects, and contests, as deemed suitable for the age of the participants.
The Counselor II is distinguished from the Counselor I in that the Counselor II performs duties independently.
The Lead Counselor is distinguished from the Counselor II in that the Lead Counselor performs additional checking in and checking out duties at the beginning and end of each day.
All positions are part time, limited service, and must be able to work approximately 20-35 hours a week; early morning, evening and weekend shifts when required; and attend weekly in-service trainings. Hours may vary based on assigned camp and weekly activities.
We are looking for someone who :
SELECTION PROCESS
Conviction History : If you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City of Concord.
Examples of duties include, but are not limited to
In addition to the above, Lead Counselors also perform the following :
Qualifications
Knowledge of :
Ability to :
COUNSELOR I
Education : Some high school or equivalent is required.
Experience : Customer service experience and / or experience working with children is highly desirable.
Certifications : None required. Must successfully complete American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR / AED training at time of hire if not already certified.
COUNSELOR II
Education : High school diploma or equivalent is desirable.
Experience : Some experience working with children or youth of various ages is required. Experience may include work as a camp counselor, babysitter, tutor, church or youth group volunteer, or similar type position.
Certifications : None required. Must successfully complete American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR / AED training at time of hire if not already certified.
LEAD COUNSELOR
Education : High school diploma or equivalent is desirable.
Experience : One year experience working with children or youth of various ages is required. Experience may include work as a camp counselor, babysitter, tutor, church or youth group volunteer, or similar type position.
Certifications : None required. Must successfully complete American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR / AED training at time of hire if not already certified.
Other
A valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment for select positions. Must successfully clear TB testing and fingerprint check.
EEO / ADA : The City of Concord is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-671-3308 or
FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION OR THE SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAM :
This position is not eligible for benefits.
COMPETITIVE EVALUATION : Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
POSITION : Please indicate which position you are applying for. Check all that apply.
EDUCATION : Which best describes your highest level of education?
EXPERIENCE : Have you previously completed the Concord Counselor-In-Training program?
EXPERIENCE : Do you have previous experience working as a Camp Counselor?
EXPERIENCE : Experience working with children is desirable (Counselor I) or required (Counselor II). Please list your experience working with children or youth, including paid or unpaid experience, at home, work, school, church or other organizations.
CERTIFICATIONS : Please indicate which certifications you currently possess by checking the boxes below. If you do not possess these certifications, training will be provided.
CERTIFICATIONS : If you answered Other in response to the above question, please indicate what other certifications you currently possess.
TRAINING : This position requires attendance at all in-service trainings. Do you acknowledge this requirement?
DRIVING : Some driving may be required for select positions, which requires a minimum age of 18. Are you 18 years of age or older? Being under 18 does not disqualify you.
CCWORKS : Were you referred by a CCWORKS Employment Placement Counselor?
OTHER : Is there any other information you would like to provide to help us assess your qualifications for this position?
Required Question
Salary : $17 - $19
