Summer Camp Staff - Taylor Campus

Position Summary & Essential Duties

The following duties and responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties and responsibilities, KSA’s, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements may be added over the course of time.

SUMMARY:
Under the general direction of the Coordinator, Community Programs and the Dean, Workforce and Continuing Education the incumbent will interact with camp participants, parents, faculty, and staff to ensure a safe, engaging, and enriching experience for campers while fostering a positive learning environment.

Qualifications (Required and Preferred)

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL AND WORK REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS):
High school diploma or equivalent

PREFERRED:
Current CPR and First Aid certification
Prior experience working with children (e.g., babysitting, tutoring, coaching, mentoring) and knowledge of their changing needs.

CERTIFICATION OR LICENSES:
Valid Texas Driver License or the ability to obtain one

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The incumbent will:

• Support summer camp programming and engage campers in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, including sports, arts and crafts, games, and educational workshops.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of campers at all times by closely monitoring activities, enforcing rules, and implementing emergency procedures as needed.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing daily camp schedules and activities in collaboration with the Coordinator, Community Programs and fellow staff members.
• Foster positive relationships with campers, parents, and fellow staff members by demonstrating professionalism, excellent communication skills, and a friendly demeanor.
• Serve as a positive role model for campers, promoting teamwork, respect, inclusivity, and cooperation throughout all camp activities.
• Support campers with special needs or individualized accommodations, as required, to ensure their full participation and enjoyment of the camp experience.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in camp facilities and activity areas, including setup and cleanup before and after each activity session.
• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and other professional development opportunities as required.
• Assist with administrative tasks, such as registration and check-in, tracking attendance, completing incident reports, and providing feedback on camp operations to camp leadership.

• Staff members must be able to communicate effectively with others to ensure a well-coordinated camp experience. Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal, and non-verbal exchanges.
• Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem-solving, and honest communication.
• Understand the needs of campers and respond with care and encouragement.
• Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, campers, parents, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
• Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
• Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
• Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities & Physical Demands

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

KNOWLEDGE:

• Prior experience working with children (e.g. babysitting, tutoring, coaching, mentoring) and knowledge of their changing needs.
• Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and methods including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases.

• Strong interpersonal, relationship building and conflict resolution skills
• Time management skills and the ability to prioritize workload.
• Data entry skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent customer service.
• Organizational and planning skills.

• Ability to work with a diverse population and engage campers in a positive and inclusive manner.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing work environment and adapt to different situations quickly.
• Ability to commit to the full duration of the camp season.
• Ability to participate in camp staff orientation and debriefing sessions.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with students, parents, faculty, staff, and customers of the college.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with both children and adults.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work as a team and individually, displaying strong personal accountability.
• Ability to work autonomously, proactively anticipate, and solve problems, with minimal supervision and oversight.
• Ability to adapt to changing work environments.
• Ability to pass a background check.