What are the responsibilities and job description for the SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR position at City of Ithaca?
Location: City of Ithaca, NY
Department: Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC)
Classification: None
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: None
Salary: $19.50/Hour - $22.50/Hour
Workweek: Monday - Friday, Summer (June 30 - August 15, 2025)
Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Greater Ithaca Activities Center (GIAC), a department to the City of Ithaca, is seeking to hire
Summer Camp Recreation Attendants for the 2025 Summer Camp season. Entry level work
includes routine summer camp program duties assisting GIAC Program Coordinators and
Program Leaders in conducting multicultural, educational, and recreation activities for youth (ages
5 to teens) at GIAC. This position requires a background check and pre-employment physical paid
for by GIAC.
Seasonal Summer Camp Recreation Attendants support the program through assisting with
duties such as:
Assist with the implementation of daily planned educational, recreational and multicultural
activities such as arts and crafts, science projects, physical fitness, indoor/outdoor games,
swimming, performing arts and other youth activities, including field trip outings and providing
assistance as needed;
Monitors and supervises youth and teen camp participants by maintaining order and ensuring
safety;
Assists with daily participant check-in and check-out and maintains records related to program
activities;
Distributes and collects recreation equipment or supplies and organizes and participates in
group games and related activities;
Assists GIAC summer camp program personnel with the chaperoning of trips and other group
activities;
Acts as a liaison for program activities with parents, community service agencies, schools and
agencies for the purpose of promoting programs and enhancing services sponsored by GIAC;
Attends staff meetings and week-long summer camp training;
Adhere to all childcare regulations for a School Aged Child Care Program;
Does related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age by June 30, 2025.
Residency Requirements: There are no residency requirements for this position.
Supplemental Information:
- Computers are available for use by appointment. To schedule an appointment, contact
hrdept@cityofithaca.org.
- The City of Ithaca values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people
with disabilities, and those with lived experiences.
- The City of Ithaca is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent
DHR) it is the policy of the City to provide reasonable accommodation when requested
without causing an undue hardship. If accommodation is needed, please call (607) 274-
6539 or by email to hrdept@cityofithaca.org.
Application Materials Required:
City of Ithaca application
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. Submit required application materials to:
Attn: City of Ithaca
Human Resources Department
All applications must be submitted electronically through our online application program. We do
not accept paper applications, faxed applications, e-mailed applications or photocopies of
applications.
Ithaca is Gorges! We would love to have you on our team!
Issued: March 25, 2025
Salary : $20 - $23
