Part-Time Camp Director for Kidz 'n Critters Camp

The City of Rohnert Park's Animal Shelter Department is currently looking for a  Part Time  Camp Director to assist at the 2025 Kidz 'n Critter Summer Camps.  This position supervises school-age campers to assure safety; assists with preparing the camp schedule, arts and crafts activities and handout materials; and role models respect and a humane attitude.

This position will be required to work Monday - Friday 8:00 am -1:00 pm, June 2nd through August 8th .  Before and after camps for prep work and closing-up camps as required.

IDEAL CANDIDATE: 
Will have training and/or experience working with children from elementary to high school, dealing with the public in a polite and professional manner,  as well as experience with a wide variety of animals including: dogs, cats, rabbits, rats, guinea pigs, hamsters, reptiles, birds, and livestock.  Part-Time Community Service Leaders at the Critter Camp may perform general office duties including telephone calls, computer work, including data entry, processing mail, and filing.

TO APPLY:
Please visit "Job Opportunities" at www.rpcity.org and click "apply" to complete the online application form and the required supplemental questions.  Work history must include all employment for the last ten years.  All applications will be reviewed in detail to identify the most qualified candidates to interview.

PLEASE NOTE:
You may submit a resume or other relevant documents to further describe your qualifications; however, "See Resume" will NOT meet the requirement to submit a complete application, including employment history or be accepted in lieu of responses to supplemental questions.  If you need assistance applying online, please click on the Application HELP/FAQ's line: https://www.goernmentjobs.com/home/faq



DEFINITION
Plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises the Kids n' Critters  Summer Camp programs,  and performs other related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Part-Time Community Services Coordinator -Camp Director for the Kids' n Critters Camp program is responsible for organizing and coordinating a variety of Community Services' programs, activities, and special events. The incumbent may provide program oversight at multiple locations or a single facility including selecting, scheduling, training, and supervising staff and volunteers to lead program activities. This class is distinguished from the Community Services Supervisor which has broader program and facilities' supervision responsibilities.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED
General supervision is provided by the Animal Shelter Supervisor. Incumbents' responsibilities include the coordination of part-time and volunteer staff involved in leading Community Services' activities and special events.These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.

• Oversees the delivery of a variety of the shelter camp programs and activities for various groups
• Recruits, hires, trains, supervises, schedules, and evaluates staff, providing program leadership
• Coordinates facility availability and access for programs
• Designs flyers, posters, information packets, activity guides, press releases, and other public information materials
• Prepares a variety of correspondence and reports
• Makes recommendations regarding program and activity requirements and modifications
• Makes recommendations regarding program policies and procedures
• Responds to inquiries and complaints from the public regarding program activities
• Coordinates social functions and excursions
• Recruits volunteers and contacts business regarding resources for special events
• Works with schools, businesses, and other community organizations in community partnership to deliver programs
• Oversees the performance of contractors providing services
• Ensures program availability under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act
• Reviews and submits expense reports and assists in providing information regarding budget requests
• Orders program supplies and requests facilities' maintenance and repairs
• Reviews time cards for accuracy
• Maintains records and conducts research regarding information in program areas
• Collects and balances activity registration fees and follows up when fees are not received
• Performs a variety of office activities related to program functions
• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker in the event of a disaster or emergency
• Performs related duties as assigned

Sufficient education, training and/or experience to perform the required duties of a Part-Time Community Services Coordinator -Camp Director for the Kids' n Critters Camp.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE:(positions in this class typically require)

• Two years of responsible work experience in recreational and cultural program activities
• Some related college-level course work is desirable
  
  LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License and a good driving record.
• Current and valid Basic CPR Certificate and First Aid Certificates.
  
  SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Pursuant to the California Public Response Code 5164, all applicants for positions involving supervisory or disciplinary authority over a minor must complete and submit a CPR Code 5164.
• Per California State Law, smoking is not permitted inside City facilities/vehicles or within 20 feet of main entrances, exits, and operable windows.
• Work nights, weekends, and holidays as required
  
  KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Recreational programs and activities offered by the City
• Community Services' policies, procedures, division's Community Services' philosophy
• Basic CPR and first aid
• Recreational programs for children
• Safe work practices and risk management policies and procedures
• Principles of supervision and training, modern office procedures, including basic financial record keeping and basic math
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation
• Basic principles of marketing and public relations
• Standard office practices and procedures
• Principles and concepts of Community Services' program design and delivery
• Child and elder abuse reporting guidelines
• Provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act relating to program accessibility
• Techniques for scheduling staff and programs at a variety of locations
• Records retention requirements and filing systems
  
  SKILL TO:
• Safely lift and move items such as chairs, tables, and recreational equipment
• Safely handle dogs and cats and small pets (i.e., pigs, rabbits, rats)
  
  ABILITY TO:
• Oversee the delivery of a variety of recreational programs and special events
• Effectively supervise staff and volunteers in working with the general public
• Conduct needs' assessments, recognize program needs, and recommend modifications
• Prepare clear, concise and effective advertising materials and correspondence
• Operate a personal computer and job-related software
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Apply judgment, discretion and initiative
• Become familiar with and enforce safety rules and procedures and regulations regarding the use of public facilities
• Perform manual work requiring physical strength, agility, and endurance
• Deal courteously with the public under a wide variety of circumstances
• Prepare reports regarding work activities
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Learn and utilize new technology

Position requires sitting, prolonged standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily work activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing written materials, reports, and correspondence using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision. Hearing is required when providing phone and face-to-face customer service. The incumbent may work with individuals that may display acting-out behavior. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee may occasionally use City vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
 

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INFORMATION SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Salary : $21 - $24