Lead Camp Counselor - Stephen G. Terrell Recreation Center

Salary: $15.00 Hourly
Location : TX 75013, TX
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 02992
Department: PARK & RECREATION
Division: STRC ADMINISTRATION
Opening Date: 03/14/2024
Closing Date: 4/6/2024 5:00 PM Central
Description
HIRING RATE: $15.00 Hourly
Interview for this position at our Hiring Event on April 6!
Fast-track your job search at a "one-and-done" job fair hosted by Allen Parks and Recreation. Start a career in Parks and Recreation or find a fun summer job. We're interviewing for more than 80 positions and ready to extend job offers on the spot from 8am - 1pm on Saturday, April 6 at Allen Senior Center.
Interested? Get all of the event details, including what to bring,
The City:
With over 100,000 residents, the City of Allen is a dynamic and welcoming community. The City of Allen's strong economy, diverse population, great educational institutions and quality of life makes it the ideal place to work, live, and play. The City of Allen has something to offer for everyone.
The City's Mission, is "To achieve excellence in managing development of the community and in providing city services so that conditions of living and public confidence are continually enhanced".
Our employees serve the citizens of Allen with the following values:

• People First - Giving priority to others
• Respect - Treating others with courtesy and dignity
• Integrity - Serving with honesty, trust and hard work
• Deliver - Following through on commitments while exceeding expectations
• Excel - Creating an innovative and improving work environment

The purpose of this position is to provide opportunities for recreational activities and customer service to patrons by acting as a frontline leader in a day camp setting. This is accomplished by supervising summer camp operations and staff, managing documents, maintaining open communication and ensuring compliance with local standards of care. Other duties may include planning and carrying out activities such as but not limited to hiking, arts and crafts, sports, drama, swimming, and field trips. This position provides direction to other employees.
Essential Functions
The information listed below is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

• Oversees seasonal youth camp operations by coordinating the activities of the camp and supervising related programs, field trips, and activities.
  
• Supervises personnel by assisting in training, observing and monitoring work tasks, evaluating work performance, assisting employees to correct deficiencies, scheduling the necessary employees for facility operations and submitting time sheets for payroll.
  
• Instructs and/or trains personnel to lead a variety of activities including but not limited to arts and crafts, games, nature education and other outdoor related activities.
  
• Works closely with Recreation Program Supervisor to plan and coordinate activities; provides assistance in other parks and recreation programs as needed, including the Allen USA Celebration.
  
• Provides customer service by maintaining positive interpersonal relations with all who are involved in the summer camp program; including children, parents, staff, vendors and general public.
  
• Monitors the use of recreation equipment and ensures it is used in a capacity that is in accordance with its intended use. Ensures all equipment is returned to its original location and put back in an organized fashion when done using.
  
• Follows and enforces rules, policies, and procedures outlined in City of Allen local standards of care and handbook.
  
• Must have a desire to work with children and be able to work every week of seasonal camp.
  
• Ensures a high level of safety for participants and personnel during the program and administers basic first aid, as certified, as necessary.

Job Requirements
Education & Experience
Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• High School diploma or equivalent plus one (1) year of relevant work experience.

Experience working with youth, prior day camp experience, or experience programming camp activities preferred.
Certification and Other Requirements

• Valid Class C Driver's License
• CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain by May 28th (training provided)
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years old

Work Schedule

• Must be available for work Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. between May 20th through August 9th.

Overall Physical Strength Demands

• Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly or requires walking or standing to a significant degree.

Supplemental Information
Reading
Basic - Ability to recognize meaning of common two- or three-syllable words. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Math
Basic - Ability to perform the four basic arithmetic operations. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Writing
Basic - Ability to write simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in elementary school up to high school. However, it may be obtained from experience and self-study.
Managerial
Receives directions: The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results with some discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Assignment is reviewed upon completion.
Budget Responsibility
N/A
Supervisory / Organizational Control
Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action. Work may require the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, or temporary employees.
Complexity
Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action.
Interpersonal / Human Resource Skills
Discussion Very Frequent: More than 51% of work time.
THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.
Not eligible for benefits.
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In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your education and work history. Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application.Please be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will deem your application "Incomplete", so please be thorough in answering the questions.Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate box below.

• Yes
• No

02
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

03
Are you currently employed by or have you worked for the City of Allen in the past?

• Yes
• No

04
Please indicate the highest level of education you have completed:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher
• None of the above

05
How many years of relevant experience do you have? Please note: All relevant experience must be listed on the application.

• 3 or more years
• 2 - 3 years
• 1 - 2 years
• Less than one year
• No experience

06
Do you have a current and valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

07
If you do not currently hold a valid Driver's License, are you able to obtain one prior to employment?

• Yes
• No
• Not applicable

08
Do you currently hold a CPR/First Aid Certification?

• Yes
• No

09
If you do not currently hold a valid CPR/First Aid Certification, are you able to obtain it by May 28th?

• Yes
• No
• Not Applicable - Certification already held

10
Are you at least eighteen (18) years of age?

• Yes
• No

11
Are you able to work the required schedule as listed on the job posting? Please note: schedule is subject to change.

• Yes
• No

Required Question