Summer Camp Counselor (Seasonal)

Salary : $29,702.40 - $49,004.80 Annually

Location : City of Statesville, NC

Job Type : Seasonal (Less than 6 Months of Employment)

Job Number : 202500156

Department : Recreation & Parks

Division : Recreation Admin, Athletics, SFAC, Programs, Pool

Opening Date : 02 / 12 / 2025

Summary

Summer Camp Counselor

Recreation & Parks Department

Salary Range : $14.28 - $23.56 Hourly

FLSA Position Class : Non-Exempt

Work Schedule : Monday-Friday, 7 : 30am-5 : 30pm (June & July)

Closing Date : Open Until Filled

Job Overview

Responsible for performing general duties relating to programs and activities at the Fitness and Activity Center Summer Camp.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

NOTE : Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville. Service to the citizens during a disaster may result in the assignment of other duties, which will take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the needs of the organization.

• Leads groups of children in age-appropriate activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games, special events, and field trips.
• Assists in the set-up / breakdown and execution of the Summer Camp program.
• Enforces departmental policies governing public safety and quality services.
• Ensure proper safety precautions are observed in assigned activities and free play.
• Maintains, cleans, and cares for facility equipment.
• Supervises facility rentals and special community events.
• Files accident reports and program documentation.
• Assists in organizing and promoting recreational activities, classes, camps, etc.
• Encourages participation and good sportsmanship from campers.
• Attends all staff meetings and training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education and / or Experience

Special Requirements

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Job Related Physical Activity Requirements

This position involves medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical activity related to this position may require the use of fingers and hands, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and to convey detailed or important instructions to others; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and / or small parts, operation of machines or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Working Conditions

The employee is subject to indoor and outdoor environmental conditions including extreme heat, humidity, noise, and hazards including proximity to moving equipment. Employees could be exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Part-time employees' benefits differ from full-time and are listed below :

Part-Time Employee Benefits

Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

Do you have a valid driver's license?

Do you have one (1) year of experience in recreation, fitness, and / or child development or a combination of relative experience?

Required Question

Salary : $29,702 - $49,005