(SEA) Camp Aide

Cool Kids Summer Camp Staff

This recruitment is intended to create an eligibility list to fill anticipated summer camp seasonal vacancies.

Calvert County Parks and Recreation is looking for energetic and confident staff members who have a passion for working with children for our Cool Kids Summer Camp. Cool Kids Camp is a seven-week program operating Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from June 15th through June 18th for orientation, and June 22nd through August 7th for regular camp sessions. Staff are required to report to their assigned camp locations by 7:30 a.m. each day for preparation and daily briefings. Chosen candidates are expected to commit to and work the entire seven-week program.

The camp serves children 6-11 years old, with a maximum enrollment of 45 campers per week.

Camp locations include:

• Northeast Community Center (4075 Gordon Stinnett Ave, Chesapeake Beach, MD)
• Plum Point Elementary School (1245 Plum Point Rd, Huntingtown, MD)
• Calvert Middle School (655 Chesapeake Blvd, Prince Frederick, MD)
• Southern Middle School (9615 H.G Trueman Rd, Lusby, MD)

While location preferences will be considered, final location assignments are based on department needs and staff fit.

This is a summer position in the Department of Parks & Recreation. The incumbent reports to the Camp Directors. The work involves assisting in the teaching of and planning activities within a prescribed recreation interest area.

Essential Job Functions

Assists with the organizing and directing of a complete summer camp program at a local school site or community center.

Assists with the development and maintenance of a daily schedule of arts and crafts, games, sports, and trips for youth.

Supervises and leads participants in scheduled activities.

Completes required forms and submits to the supervisor.

Other Job Duties (Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)

Performs any other duties as assigned which relate to successful operation of a camp program.

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA that apply only to Essential Job Functions.)

Knowledge of--

• Camp programs.

Ability to--

• Read and write.
• Prepare accurate records.
• Interact well with children.
• Maintain good working relationships with parents, community and co-workers.
• Deal effectively with the public.

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, skills, and abilities may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.)

Training and/or Education:

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Experience:

None. Experience working with children desirable.

Licenses or Certificates:

None

Special Requirements:

Subject to a background investigation.

Must be 18 years of age.

Must have the ability and willingness to obtain CPR certification post-employment provided by the County.

Physical Demands:

Work requires strenuous physical effort to perform manual work involving walking over rough, uneven terrain, repeated bending, climbing, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or lifting objects up to 50 pounds.

Unusual Demands:

Some work is performed in outdoor environments and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, uneven terrain, and natural elements.

The position requires the ability to lead and actively participate in physical activities, including walking, standing for extended periods, lifting, and other movements associated with program or operational needs.

Duties may include participating in and supervising swimming and water-based activities, which requires the ability to enter and exit the water, remain in the water for extended periods, and respond to emergency situations as necessary.

FLSA Status:

Nonexempt

Compensation Steps:

Pay rate: $16.42 per hour

Grade H02, Seasonal position, up to 40 hours per week

Department of Parks and Recreation

Position closing date: Continuous until filled

Please Note: A complete application is required to be considered for a position within Calvert County Government. All prior work experience, education, and other certifications should be entered into the application and supplemental questions should be answered completely. Attachments are not provided to hiring managers unless you are selected for an interview.

Calvert County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] with as much notice as possible.