What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Activity Leader position at City of San Marcos, TX?
The City of San Marcos is looking for energetic individuals to staff our Summer Fun Program and Discovery Camp. The programs provide area children, ages 5 thru 13, with a fun-filled summer that includes games, activities, and field trips! This is temporary employment. The position begins June 2, 2025, for staff training, and
camps begin June 9, 2025. Camps run for 8 weeks – ending on August 1, 2025.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Performs child supervision duties for both on and off campus program activities; administers first aid; enforces adherence to safety rules; fills out handwritten forms; performs safety inspections daily.
- Administers recreation activities on a playground campus site including structured activities, bowling, swimming, movies and special field trips.
- Maintains campus site area; cleans floors; picks up trash; cleans bathrooms and performs other janitorial work as needed.
DECISION MAKING
- Must be able to perform duties safely and apply policies and procedures appropriately.
- Supervise children at all times.
- Must be able to facilitate an atmosphere that encourages challenge, learning, and growth.
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- CPR/First Aid Certification is required during week of training- administered by COSM.
- Reliable transportation and able to work the full 9 weeks with the program is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience working with young children is preferred.
Good communication skills needed to administer and supervise recreational activities to children; ability to handle emergency situations in a calm manner.
Ability to administer recreational activities in a safe and effective manner while complying with applicable City rules, regulations, and policies.
Ability to respond to emergency situations and to take appropriate action when necessary.
Physical requirements include working outdoors in extreme heat, humidity and wind. Occasionally exposed to pool chemicals, slippery surfaces, and noise around crowds and whistles. Subject to standing, sitting, hearing, talking, vision, lifting up to 20 lbs., pushing, pulling, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, banding, twisting, climbing, balancing and reaching.
Safety Sensitive Position
Salary : $15
