Assistant Day Camp Director - Middle School (Grades 6-9) - Seasonal

Job Summary

Supervises staff and performs a variety of complex recreation and special event programming functions, including: planning, organizing and overseeing recreation, educational, and special event programs; determining materials and supplies that are needed and requisitioning same; preparing budget requests and justifications; meeting with citizens and associations to discuss programs and provide information; coordinating rental of facilities; and completing various administrative reports and correspondence.

Examples of Duties

• Carries out supervisory responsibility in accordance with policies, procedures and applicable laws including: interviewing, hiring and training staff; planning, assigning, scheduling and directing work; reviewing work; appraising performance; approving leave requests; assuring adherence to safety policies; completing time sheets; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Plans, organizes and oversees recreation and educational programs and special events, including: developing goals and objectives; surveying and researching programs; determining, purchasing and maintaining materials, equipment, supplies and/or facilities needed; promoting programs by developing various publicity materials; meeting with citizens/associations; organizing leagues; scheduling tournaments; distributing equipment; coordinating and scheduling facility use and clean up; preparing contracts; recruiting coaches and part time employees; billing participants and collecting fees; maintaining records; interpreting rules and regulations; settling disputes; teaching/facilitating classes; booking and accompanying groups on field trips; and providing first aid.
• Captures and edits video footage for promotional purposes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field;
• Two to three years of progressively responsible related experience;
• CPR/First Aid Certification (desirable);
• Valid California Driver’s License (class B desirable).