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Camp Site Director (Recreation Leader III)

City of Palo Alto, CA
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2025

Salary : $23.48 - $28.83 Hourly

Location : Palo Alto, CA

Job Type : Limited Hourly

Job Number : 202400815

Department : Community Services Department

Opening Date : 02 / 28 / 2025

Closing Date : 4 / 27 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Description

Ready to make this summer unforgettable? Apply now and be a part of the City of Palo Alto's Summer Camp Adventure!

Our Mission The City of Palo Alto is on the lookout for enthusiastic and dynamic individuals to join our team as Seasonal Summer Camp Site Directors for the thrilling 2025 Summer Camp programs. Our mission at the Community Services Department is to create recreational programs that cater to the diverse needs of the community, fostering a positive quality of life!

The Position : As a Camp Site Director, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our Summer Camp programs. Working closely with Camp Coordinators, you'll lead a team of Camp Counselors and Counselors in Training (CITs) to deliver a safe and enjoyable experience for participants. Your responsibilities will include planning and leading a variety of activities such as arts and crafts, games, field trips, and sports.

Why Join Us? This role promises an engaging and rewarding experience, where you'll unleash your creativity, leadership skills, and positive energy to make this summer unforgettable for the campers and your team! If you're ready to embark on a journey of fun, growth, and community-building, apply now and be part of our vibrant summer family!

Limited Hourly Position :

  • Not to exceed 415 hours per fiscal year.
  • Flexible work hours determined upon assignment.

We will review applications as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early for consideration.

Duties :

  • Create, implement, and lead non-competitive activities for campers.
  • Provide supervision and encourage active participation.
  • Enforce on-site rules to ensure a safe environment.
  • Assist with In-Service Staff training and attend all necessary meetings.
  • Lead, supervise, mentor, and evaluate Assistant Site Directors, Camp Counselors and CITs.
  • Ensure the physical and emotional well-being of campers during all activities.
  • Activate Emergency Action Plans, perform First Aid, and CPR as necessary.
  • Maintain open communication with parents, staff, and the general public.
  • Demonstrate high motivation, integrity, customer service, and professionalism.
  • Job Prerequisites :

  • Commitment to the entire program, including training and wrap-up.
  • Attendance at Directors In-Service Training.
  • Negative Tuberculosis test result.
  • Successful completion of a background check.
  • Previous experience as a Camp Counselor and / or Assistant Site Director.
  • Supplemental Information

    Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6 : 00 AM and 5 : 00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday.

    The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

    This is a non-benefited position.

    Are you able to attend the mandatory In-Service training the week of June 9 - June 13 from 8am - 5pm (Monday - Friday) each day?

    Are you able to work 6 out of 8 weeks of summer camps (June 16 - August 8)? Please note, all time offs must be approved, and your two weeks cannot be consecutive.

    Have you worked City of Palo Alto Camps before?

    For college students, are you on the quarter system? We will discuss further during your interview.

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