Recreation Leader - Summer Camp/Camp Counselor 2024

Salary: $11.57 - $14.17 Hourly
Location : Mesquite, TX
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 1302438
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 03/06/2024
Closing Date: 5/31/2024 4:00 PM Central
GENERAL SUMMARY
Salary: $11.57/hr. minimum - $14.17/hr. midpoint (Depending on qualifications)
This seasonal position requires staff to work from Mid-May through Mid-August, which includes one week training in May 2024.
Summer Camp/Camp Counselors will work directly with the children in our day camps which include the following:

• KIDZ Kamp (traditional recreation center camps)
  
• Teen Camp
  
• Outdoor Adventure Camp
  
• Recreation Leaders will organize and supervise general daily activities and attend weekly field trips. Some specialty camps focus on instructing campers in activities such as sport fundamentals, outdoor education, team-building or community based projects.
  
• Counselors are also responsible for ensuring campers well being, maintaining our ratio (counselor to camper) and enforcing camp rules. Maturity, positive attitude, responsibility, genuine enthusiasm and the ability to interact well with children and young adults are important traits for a camp counselor.

To assist and supervise the public with usage of various Parks and Recreation facilities. To lead participants in a variety of recreational activities; to supervise the use of equipment and supplies; to enforce the rules and regulations of the Parks and Recreation Department; and to assist in organizing and implementing activities for the recreation program. Light cleaning, custodial duties as needed, and equipment set-up.
SUPERVISION

• General supervision is provided by a Recreation Supervisor or Recreation Specialist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct and Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual. Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures.
2. Unlock and lock facilities for usage for various activities including reservations, programs or as directed by a supervisor.
3. Conduct assessments of facilities prior to usage and at the conclusion of events. Complete necessary paperwork and communicate effectively with customers.
4. Conduct daily recreational activities such as sports, games, dances, exercise, and arts and crafts classes for elementary school age participants.
5. Cash handling receiving, transmitting, safeguarding, depositing and reporting of funds whether cash, check, or other forms of payment.
6. Utilize department software supporting recreation programs, collect fees for facility reservation and register participants for programs, leagues, and memberships.
7. Maintain inventory control on equipment; maintain an accurate and current listing of users.
8. Observe safety precautions; correct minor safety problems; conduct activities in a safe manner; maintain discipline at indoor and outdoor recreation areas.
9. Answer phones and greet customers, provide public with information and answer questions regarding facility usage and programs.
10. Enforce and adhere to City and Department policies and procedures.
11. Assist in completing necessary forms and records including participation cards, attendance records, maintenance checklists and financial reports.
12. Required to assist with department special events.
13. Work a varied schedule, including days, nights and/or weekends. Hours of operation are Monday - Friday 7 am - 6 pm, with some weekends if needed.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED.
• No experience required; however, experience in customer service or leading recreation programs is preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

• Obtain First Aid and CPR certifications with 90 days of employment.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Program hours are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Monday - Friday.
• Summer Camp/Camp Counselor is a seasonal position and hours are often irregular.
• Normally hours range from 10-28 hours per week.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position does not require a physical for employment.
Applicants with disabilities meeting the job requirements and capable of performing the essential functions of the job, either on their own or with reasonable accommodations, are encouraged to apply.
Part Time and Seasonal Employees:
PARS ARS 457 Plan enrollment is mandatory for part-time and seasonal employees who work less than 1,000 hours per year.
Each pay period, 6.2% of wages will be deducted from pay and deposited into your PARS ARS account. Contributions are made on a pre-tax basis.
Each pay period, the City will also contribute the equivalent of 1.3% of wages into a PARS ARS account. Employer contributions are deposited on a pre-tax basis.
There is no contribution to Social Security Administration.
01
Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have completed.

• Less than High School completion
• High School or GED equivalency
• Technical or Community College attendance
• Technical School completion
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

02
Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

03
This position will be REQUIRED to work in different areas throughout the Department. Select all areas you would prefer to work.

• KIDZ Camp (traditional recreation center camps)
• Teen Camp
• Outdoor Adventure Camp

04
Indicate the amount of experience you have in a customer service role.

• No experience
• Less than 3 months
• 3 months to less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• More than 4 years

05
Are you CPR certified?

• Yes
• No
• If no, willing to be trained. This is a requirement of the position.

06
Working outside of normal business hours is a requirement of the position. I understand and acknowledge that I may be scheduled to work evenings and weekends.

• Yes
• No

07
Please indicate all areas in which you have training, experience, and/or an interest.

• After School Youth Programs: Plan, organize and implement activities for after school recreation programs for K - 6th graders and teens
• Athletics/Aquatics: participate in or supervise participants in athletic programs including but not limited to: soccer, basketball, softball, swimming, tennis, pickleball
• Customer Service: Assist customers either over the phone or in person
• Facility Management: including but not limited to locking and unlocking, supervising participants and light building maintenance

08
Please describe your highest level of involvement in assisting patrons, and the general public, to include explaining policies and procedures, providing information regarding programs, answering telephones, providing callers with information, and taking messages.

• I've had no involvement in this area
• I've provided clerical/administrative support in this area
• I've assisted others in this area
• I've done this work independently, without assistance

09
Please describe your highest level of involvement with maintaining recreation facilities and equipment, to include cleaning recreation facilities, equipment, workspaces and restrooms; identifying and reporting needed repairs and service work; securing buildings, equipment, and supplies, and unlocking and locking buildings according to hours of operation.

• I've had no involvement in this area
• I've provided clerical/administrative support in this area
• I've assisted others in this area
• I've done this work independently, without assistance

10
Describe your level of leadership with organizing groups according to age and interest with gym games or art & crafts activities.

• No prior experience-not comfortable leading
• Lead with assistance
• Lead independently, without assistance

11
Mark the box (es) that best describe your knowledge of, training in, and experience with recreational activities.

• No experience
• Participation in recreational activities
• Formal training through related college coursework
• Leading special recreational activities for persons with disabilities
• Researching, developing, planning, and evaluating recreational activities and facilities
• Explaining, demonstrating, and leading recreational activities at recreation centers, summer camps or YMCA
• Fundamental rules, strategies, techniques, and skills of a variety of recreational activities such as athletics, physical fitness, games, arts, crafts, and music

12
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position with the City of Mesquite for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.

• No, I do NOT work for the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I am a current seasonal employee with the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I have been in my current City position as a fulltime/parttime employee for at least 3 months
• No, I have NOT been in my current City of Mesquite position as a fulltime/parttime employee for 3 months

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