Day Camp Leader
Company: City of Corvallis
Location: Corvallis
Posted on: April 4, 2025
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Job Description:
Position Summary
The Recreation Leader I - Youth Summer Day Camp Leader plans and
leads weekly programs for children ages 4 - 12. Programs are held
at local schools and parks. Program content includes games, music,
crafts, nature, and sports. The position also includes planning and
participating in youth special events and all staff meetings.
Implement and promote safe, recreational and social activities for
children, adults and/or older adults. These tasks are illustrative
only and may include other related duties.
Seasonal, Casual, non-represented positionSeason: June 16 - August
29, 2025Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm32 - 38 hours per week.Must be
available to work Full Time for a minimum of 8 weeks out of the
seasonFor more information on the Youth Summer Camps :
https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/parksrec/page/youth-campsMust meet
all requirements listed in the .
Additional Information:
Essential Functions
Recreation Leaders perform some or all of the following essential
functions depending on assigned area. Recreation Leaders may be
assigned as sports officials, sports coaches, or day camp
leaders.
Implements a wide spectrum of activities, seasonal community
special events, tournaments and recreational activities for
children, adults and/or older adults.
Plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates recreation activities
in assigned area of responsibility.
Schedules activities and facilities, and coordinates the use of
various indoor facilities belonging to other organizations.
Responds to participant complaints and conflicts. Addresses
customer service issues.
Depending on assigned area operates and drives a motor vehicle
and/or equipment safely and legally.
Conforms with all safety rules and performs work is a safe manner.
Ensures and promotes a safe environment for activity
participants.
Acts ethically and honestly; applies ethical standards of behavior
to daily work activities and interactions. Builds confidence in the
City through own actions.
Adheres to all City and Department policies.
Delivers excellent customer service to diverse audiences.
Maintains effective work relationships.
Arrives to work, meetings, and other work-related functions on time
and maintains regular job attendance.
Qualifications and Skills
Education and Experience
Any combination of education, training, and experience providing
the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the
essential functions of the position.
Education or volunteer experience in recreation activities highly
desired.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to provide
customer service and communicate with participants, parents,
supervisors and co-workers.
Ability to implement and direct activities that meet the needs of
the community, with limited direct supervision.
Ability to communicate and work with a variety of organizations to
schedule activities, ability to be responsive and accommodate
unforeseen events. Effective problem solving skills.
Awareness of community resources and other available activities and
programs as related to age groups.
Possess current knowledge of rules and regulations for the area and
age group of assignment, which include senior programs, adult and
youth sports, youth sports and day camp, youth volunteers, adult
and youth special classes and special events.
Effective organizational skills. The ability to follow department
record keeping procedures.
Ability to make decisions in difficult situations.
Ability to get along well with coworkers and the public, and
maintain effective work relationships.
Special RequirementsAbility to pass a pre-employment background
and/or criminal history checkThis position requires the ability to
work flexible hours.
Depending on assigned area, ability to possess and maintain a valid
drivers' license. Ability to drive a 15 person passenger van.
Recreation Leaders assigned as day camp leaders or sports coaches
must maintain First Aid/CPR certification.
Oregon Food Handler card may be required.
Travel among City worksites, off-site trainings and meetings.
Demonstrable commitment to sustainability.
Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing equity,
diversity and inclusion.
The individual shall not pose a direct threat to the health or
safety of the individual or others in the workplace.
How to Apply
Qualified applicants must submit an online application located on
the (click on "Apply" above). Position is open until filled with
the first review on April 14, 2025Applicants are encouraged to
include a cover letter and resume with the online application;
however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed online
application. Late or incomplete applications will not be
accepted/considered.
Keywords: City of Corvallis, Tigard , Day Camp Leader, Other , Corvallis, Oregon
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