Camp Concord Camp Counselors (Seasonal)

Salary: $56.76 - $82.20 Daily
Location : South Lake Tahoe, CA
Job Type: Part Time
Department: Recreation Services
Division:Camp Concord
Opening Date: 01/15/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Bargaining Unit: Limited Service
Job Characteristics
***PART-TIME JOB OPPORTUNITY***
CAMP COUNSELOR
CAMP CONCORD (SEASONAL)
The City of Concord's Recreation Services Department is seeking people to work for the City's Camp Concord Program. Salary is negotiable based on experience:

• Camp Junior Counselor: $56.76 - $61.13 a day plus room and board, with no experience
  
• Camp Counselor I: $62.66 - $69.16 a day plus room and board, with minimum 1 year experience
• Camp Counselor II: $72.66 - $82.20 a day plus room and board, with minimum 2 years experience

Camp Concord:It took at least 40 civic groups, private businesses, schools and individuals to establish our Camp. Camp Concord is nestled high in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, between the majestic shores of South Lake Tahoe and the calming beauty of Fallen Leaf Lake. Camp Concord is dedicated to the philosophy that its buildings, programs and participants will be compatible with the surrounding environment. Camp will ensure that all elements of Camp Concord remain in harmony with the environment by maintaining a minimal impact and working toward a waste free environment.
Camp Concord has a variety of programming and activities including family camps, youth camps, mother and son camps, adults over 50 camps, and labor day camps. For more information visit
The 2024 Season runs from June 5 - August 4, 2024. Off season work is available from August 5 - October 1, 2024 for select positions.
What you will be doing:
Under supervision, Camp Counselors assist with a variety of camp program activities, including hospitality and customer service, food service, the camp office, and camp activities and programming. Activities may include local excursions, swimming, barbecues, arts and crafts, cooking projects, and contests, as deemed suitable for the age of the participants. At Camp Concord you can expect to work hard and make friendships that will last a lifetime!
All positions are part time, limited service, and must be able to work 5-6 days a week, early morning, evening and weekend shifts when required, and attend weekly in-service trainings.
We are looking for someone who:

• Can work the entire season
• Can live on site at Camp Concord in South Lake Tahoe
• Can participate in a mandatory, paid staff orientation training June 5
• Is an excellent role model and mentor for youth
• Is a team player
• Exhibits excellent communication and customer service skills

SELECTION PROCESS

1. Submit a completed City of Concord application and the required supplemental question responses, online at Please attach copies of relevant certificates to your application.
2. All qualified applications and supplemental responses will be competitively evaluated, and those candidates demonstrating the strongest qualifications for the position will be invited to interview.
3. Successful candidates will be provided a conditional offer of employment and must clear TB testing and fingerprint check (see below for more information).

Conviction History:If you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with the City of Concord.
Examples of duties include, but are not limited to

• Learn and implement camp hospitality plan and serving as a role model of camp hospitality standards.
• Prepare arrival information, conduct camp tours and assist families with settling into cabins.
• Learn about camp programs and procedures and deliver this information to families in a positive and educational manner.
• Ensure cleaning, housekeeping and camp maintenance tasks are completed in a timely manner and meet quality controls set by management.
• Assist Facility Specialists with exterior maintenance of facilities and other light maintenance of camp including cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining restrooms, dining hall, and cabins.
• Provide support at camp program activities like campfires, family game night, luau at the beach, evening kids hours, and more.
• Other duties as assigned.

In addition to the above, Camp Counselor Is and IIs will also:

• Supervise campers during all activities that a parent or guardian is not present.
• Ensure campers and staff are following safety procedures in all program areas at all times.
• Assist families with issues, problems, and inconveniences that arise

In addition to the above, Camp Counselor IIs will also:

• Serve as a program lead for a specific area of camp (Arts & Crafts, Archery, Aquatics, Sports and Games, Evening Programs).
• Responsible for setup and break down of all program activities
• Assist Program Coordinators with activity planning and implementation
• Assist Office Coordinator with camp office tasks, including answering phones, computer work, and camp store operations.
• Run the Camp store when the Office Coordinator is not present, including processing all purchases and restocking merchandise.

Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• Operations of public recreation programs.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• How to play games, sports, arts & crafts and other recreational activities.
• Basic record keeping principles and procedures.

Ability to:

• Positively motivate kids, teens, and adults, creating a safe and enjoyable experience for campers.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Account for money and making change
• Interpret and explain City policies and procedures.
• Monitoring operations and notifying supervisor of safety and discipline issues.
• Dealing tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with employees and the general public.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

JUNIOR COUNSELOR
Education: Some high school or equivalent is required.
Experience: Customer service experience and/or experience working with different age groups of children, teens, and adults is highly desirable.
Certifications: Must successfully complete American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR/AED and Food Handling training at time of hire, if not already certified.
COUNSELOR I
Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience: Some experience working with children or youth of various ages is required. Experience may include work as a camp counselor, babysitter, tutor, church or youth group volunteer, or similar type position.
Certifications: Must successfully complete American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR/AED and Food Handling training at time of hire, if not already certified.
COUNSELOR II
Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience: Some experience working or attending a camp or similar recreation program is required. Customer service experience and/or experience working with different age groups of children, teens, and adults is required.
Certifications: Must successfully complete American Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR/AED training, Food Handling training, and Lifeguard training at time of hire, if not already certified.
Other
A valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment for select positions. Must successfully clear TB testing and fingerprint check.
EEO/ADA: The City of Concord is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-671-3308 or
FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING THIS POSITION OR THE CAMP CONCORD PROGRAM:

• Matthew Fragoso, Camp Director at 925-671-3006 or matthew.fragoso@cityofconcord.org

This position is not eligible for benefits.
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COMPETITIVE EVALUATION: Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

02
POSITION: Please indicate which position you are applying for. Check all that apply.

• Junior Counselor
• Counselor I
• Counselor II

03
EDUCATION: Which best describes your highest level of education?

• Some high school
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

04
EXPERIENCE: Do you have previous camp counselor experience?

• Yes
• No

05
EXPERIENCE: Experience working with children is desirable (Junior Counselor) or required (Counselor I/II). Please list your experience working with children or youth, including paid or unpaid experience, at home, work, school, church or other organizations.
06
CERTIFICATIONS: This position requires you be at least 15 years or older to obtain the required certifications. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

07
CERTIFICATIONS: Please indicate which certifications you currently possess by checking the boxes below. If you don't possess any of these certifications, training will be provided.

• American Red Cross First Aid Certification
• American Red Cross CPR/AED Certification
• California Food Handling Card/ServSafe Certificate
• American Red Cross Certification for Lifeguard Training
• Other certifications deemed qualifying per California Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA)
• None of the above

08
CERTIFICATIONS: If you answered Other to the question above, please list your other qualifying certifications.
09
TRAINING: This position requires attendance at all in-service trainings. Do you acknowledge this requirement?

• Yes
• No

10
CCWORKS: Were you referred by a CCWORKS Employment Placement Counselor?

• Yes
• No

11
OTHER: Some job duties require a minimum age of 16. Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

12
OTHER: Is there any other information you would like to provide to help us assess your qualifications for this position?
Required Question