Summer Camp Assistant Director

Back to all Jobs Summer Camp Assistant Director (Open Positions: 4) Department: Amherst Recreation Job Status: Full-Time and Part-Time Days Worked: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri. Status: Open Until Filled Details: $16.61 per hour. Position will start part-time, up to 19 hours per week and will start full-time, 37.5 hours per week, starting June 24th.

Monday- Friday. Some weekend availability required. Apply Now Job Description Town of Amherst - Recreation Department Summer Camp Assistant Director / 4 positions JOB SUMMARY Position supports the professional and administrative work in the coordination, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of the Recreation Department's "Fun in the Sun Summer Day Camp" (REC).

The position requires hands-on work and irregular hours. 37.5 hours per week Monday- Friday. Some weekend availability required.

Position will start part-time, up to 19 hours per week and will start full-time, 37.5 hours per week starting June 24th. Monday- Friday. Some weekend availability required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the general supervision of the Summer Camp Coordinator and Outreach Director who provides direction and guidance, outlines departmental policies and procedures, and evaluates employee performance. Performs regular daily duties independently and is given discretion in exercising judgment, making decisions, and determining appropriate course of action. Expected to alert the Summer Camp Coordinator of staffing, scheduling, behavioral and policy issues.

Work is reviewed through regular meetings, reports, conferences and public feedback. SUPERVISION EXERCISED Assists in the supervision of Summer Camp staff. Trains and supervises Counselors-in-Training (CIT) and/ or Summer Camp Counselors.

Assigns tasks on-site and evaluates completed work for effectiveness and uniformity of established procedures and policies. MAJOR DUTIES Assists in the administration and supervision of the Summer Camps in compliance with state and federal regulations. Assists the Director with staff and program development as well as camp communications with parents/ guardians Serves as the communication liaison between Camp Counselors, Camp Coordinator, Parents and Facilities Assists with recruiting, hiring, and training of Summer Camp staff.

Prepares weekly staff schedules; collect and applies staff availability data during summer session. Monitors staff attendance logs and evaluates performance in accordance with state policies. Observes and helps manage volunteer teams for July 4th event for the Recreation Department.

Completes accident reports and incident reports and submits to Camp Coordinator and/or Outreach Director by required deadlines Assists Camp Coordinator in pre-camp organization, i.e., material and supply ordering, organizing group rosters, ePACT information, parent communications etc. Delegates program planning tasks to camp counselors. Assists with organizing field trips.

Performs administrative tasks for event planning including locating and inviting guest speakers and performers; gathering data on facilities, costs, and transportation and obtaining permission slips. Prepares and maintains contact lists and contacts substitutes. Acts as substitute counselor in camp programs where needed.

Participates in and assists with facilitation of leadership team meetings, conferences, in-service training programs, and staff meetings. Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or as the situation dictates. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Two years of college experience preferred.

Majors in Education, Childhood Development, Psychology/Social Work or other developmental disciplines with focus on elementary aged children.. Strong personal experience in interactive extracurricular activities (arts, sports, clubs) preferred. Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and strong leadership abilities.

Considerable knowledge of child development and management. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other agencies, participants, instructors, community leaders and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to plan and supervise work of staff and volunteers.

Basic computer skills or willingness to learn also required. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must pass the (CORI) history/juvenile record history as well as a Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background checks. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The employee is regularly required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision requirement includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to spend time in office settings, with time spent on the phone/at a computer.

Other demands consistent with working with children. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in both office and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud in field settings. SELECTION GUIDELINES Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview, background and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

The Town of Amherst seeks a workforce that reflects the diversity of its community, and strives toward racial equity and environmental sustainability. All are encouraged to apply. AA/EEO.

Disclaimer Smoking Policy Pursuant to the Massachusetts General Laws, smoking is not allowed in Town buildings. Also, Massachusetts General Laws state that no person who smokes any tobacco product shall be eligible for appointment as a police officer or firefighter. Background Check All candidates that are offered a position with the Town must successfully complete a background investigation, which may include a pre-employment physical, pre-placement drug test, CORI and SORI checks.