Summer Camp Manager

Description

Hiring Range: The base/starting wage for this position is $16.92 per hour, which increases based on years of service/experience.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday ranging from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., approximately 8 hours per day; schedule is subject to change.

NATURE OF WORK
As a member of the Recreation division, the individual in this position assists with the administration and supervision of a comprehensive Summer Camp program by effectively planning, marketing, executing, and evaluating safe and effective class curriculum and activities. This position ensures the safety and well-being of elementary-aged kids enrolled in camp.

Work hours will vary with each depending on morning and afternoon shifts, approximately 30 - 35 hours per week, not to exceed 40 hours per week. The individual in this position must be available for evening trainings starting as early as mid-April. Activities when interacting with children may include arts and crafts, field trips, swimming, hiking, gym play, sports, and outdoor games. This temporary employment may be scheduled through the year on a full-time basis depending on the needs of the town but will not exceed six months in length (or 1,040 hours, whichever comes first). This is strictly temporary employment.

Individuals in the position are required to perform work in a manner consistent with and exemplary of the town’s PRIDE philosophies and the town’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Individuals work under the direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator who manages Camp Windsor to carry out assigned duties, functions, roles, and projects in both routine and complex circumstances.

SUPERVISION/LEADERSHIP EXERCISED
Supervises Recreation Assistants when Recreation Coordinator is absent. This position will also aid in supervising staff in day-to-day operations, with Recreation Coordinator’s approval.

Essential Job Functions

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The individual in the Summer Camp Manager role is assigned specific assignments, job duties, scope, authority, responsibility, roles, and requirements as determined by the town, department, and division, and pursuant to laws, regulations, and practices. Individuals in this position must be able to successfully perform, be responsible for, and/or assist in the fulfillment of many job functions and duties, with or without reasonable accommodation.

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all-inclusive:

• Prepare program activities and creates age-appropriate lesson plans and assist children in socialization and recreational play.
• Provides timely feedback to parents; serves as a liaison between campers and parents; confirms reservations as needed.
• Assists in maintaining children’s files including completing the appropriate paperwork.
• Prepares program materials, equipment, and other necessary items; organizes related equipment; inspects equipment to ensure safety and cleanliness; may be required to set up and break-down materials used for instruction.
• Recommends purchasing of supplies and equipment as needed.
• Assists in maintaining a variety of records, including registrations, reservations, permission slips, waivers, binder preparation, purchasing, accidents, incidents, and medical records; performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as answering the telephone, running errands, picking up supplies as needed, conducting activities, and helping set-up tables and chairs.
• Immediately reports all incidents, injuries, and /or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Drives van or 15 – passenger bus for day camp field trips.
• Communicates with Recreation Coordinator to provide quality programming.
• Enforces all department and camp policies, rules, and regulations while maintaining a friendly and professional attitude.
• Exercises discretion if the supervisor is not available for advice.
• Attend staff meetings, mandatory training, and other town events required by the program.
• Managers will provide a fun, safe and supportive environment for campers to challenge themselves.
• Be available for the entire length of the program and demonstrate a positive work ethic.
• Work directly with youth in games, crafts, swimming, activities, and other inventive activities.
• Assist in leading and supervising temporary/contractual camp staff.
• Performs related work as required and assigned.

• Performs research as directed, such as discovering new technology or tools, market research, etc.
• Performs related duties as established by law/ordinance or reasonably directed by the town.
• Assists other town departments, as necessary.

Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND FORMAL TRAINING

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Two (2) years of experience working with children, obtained by work experience and/or education related to youth development required
• Previous experience working with a diverse population in a volunteer or past employment capacity preferred
• Administrative experience in an organized camp or related program preferred
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job

• A valid Colorado driver's license that meets the Town of Windsor’s standards; ability to maintain throughout employment with the town
• Must successfully complete additional post-hire State and Federal screening. (CBI, FBI, & Trails Background Checks).
• Must have current certifications in the following, or ability to obtain prior to working with school-aged children:
  • CPR/AED/First Aid
  • Medication Administration
  • FEMA 7.701.8
  • Standard Precautions
  • Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter
  • CBI, FBI and Trails Background Checks
  • Playground Safety / Injury Prevention Training

• Knowledge – Working knowledge of a day camp program, equipment, facility, and computers; departmental rules and regulations; principles, practices, teaching methods and techniques for youth(s) in recreation.
• Skills– Understanding and responding to customer needs; Demonstrated skill in the operation of equipment necessary to perform the functions of the job; skill in administering First Aid, Infant/Child/Adult CPR, and prescriptions as well as over-the-counter medications. Good organizational skills with an emphasis on detail.
• Abilities – Handle confidential information; work under broad direction with limited supervision; work with, instruct, and supervise children ages 5 to 15 years; work well with culturally diverse people; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work well with varied and demanding people; establish and maintain effective working relationships; respond appropriately in emergency situations; communicate effectively; organize activities, address multiple demands, and meet deadlines; organize tasks and working environment to maximize efficiency; adapt to interruptions, equipment failures, unusual demands, or changing priorities; read, understand, and apply technical manuals, complex analytical methods; understand and follow instructions and procedures; safely operate a motor vehicle.

• Equipment: Position requires the use of a variety of equipment: computers or other digital equipment, digital cameras, copiers, printers, scanners, fax machines, and telephones. Required to drive town vehicles to and from scheduled field trips and outings.
• Materials:Position requires the use of the following materials: N/A

Additional Information

WORKING ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The physical activities of this position include but are not limited to, the following: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

The physical requirements of this position are considered Medium Work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The employee is required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned (i.e., custodial, food services, general labor, etc.) or to make general observations of facilities or structures (i.e., security guard, inspection, etc.); the employee is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

The employee is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions; may be subject to extreme cold: temperatures typically below 32 degrees for periods of more than one hour. May be subject to extreme heat: temperatures above 100 degrees for periods of more than one hour; subject to noise.
The employee may be subject to hazards: Including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, and exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

The employee may be subject to atmospheric conditions: one or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gasses, or poor ventilation. May be subject to infectious diseases.

The nature of this job would be particularly dangerous if performed under the influence of drugs or alcohol, therefore, this position is considered safety sensitive.

Note: This position description is not intended to be an exclusive list of all of the requirements, duties, tasks, roles or responsibilities associated with the position. Nothing in this position description restricts the town’s ability to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.

The Town of Windsor will make all reasonable accommodations to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity in employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The town prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), gender (regardless of gender identity or gender expression), sexual orientation, color, religion, national origin, creed, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.

The town is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The town prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), gender (regardless of gender identity or gender expression), sexual orientation, color, religion, national origin, creed, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This prohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protected classes. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct that has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment. This policy applies to all employees, including managers, supervisors, co-workers, and non-employees such as customers, clients, vendors, consultants, etc.

The town will make reasonable accommodation(s) for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the town or cause a direct threat to health or safety. The town will make reasonable accommodation(s) for employees whose work requirements interfere with a religious belief, unless doing so poses undue hardship on the town. Employees and/or applicants needing such accommodation are instructed to contact the Human Resources Department.