Salary: $16.00 – $20.78 Hourly
Location : Cary, NC
Job Type: Temporary, Part-Time
Job Number: 24-01930
Department: Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
Division: Recreation Programs
Opening Date: 08/04/2023
Closing Date: 10/31/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Description
Are you organized, able to manage many moving parts, and excited about community recreation? Do you have a team-oriented mindset? Are you flexible, adaptable, and eager to help when the need arises? If so, join our team as a Program Assistant II supporting Track-Out Camps. In this position, you will take an active leadership role in the planning and implementation of Track-Out Camp to deliver high-quality programming for camp participants.
Employment for Track-Out Camp starts in September 2023 and runs through May 2024. Camp Staff are required to participate in general training prior to camp (dates TBD).
Track-Out Camp is held at Bond Park Community Center.
This is a part-time, non-benefited, year-round position, up to 20 hours a week, with a maximum of 999 hours per year.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Cary is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve. Our goal is for our workplace to be one where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
Typical Tasks
Communicates information with parents on any schedule changes, concerns, or disciplinary issues;
Manages day-to-day camp operations by ensuring that group schedules are followed and proper supplies are on hand for scheduled activities or trips;
Manages camp staff schedules, coaches staff, and completes staff evaluations;
Ensures that the daily cleaning schedule is followed and assists with cleaning when needed;
Mediates camper disciplinary issues and completes any necessary paperwork;
Works with inclusion staff to accommodate any camper needs;
Provides coverage in camp administrative office;
Monitors camp transition;
Helps with check-in and check-out procedures;
Drives a town 15-passenger vehicle or smaller;
Performs other job-related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Requires general knowledge of traditional camps; general knowledge of equipment and supplies required for camp operation; general knowledge of computers and related software; strong organizational skills; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to maintain and establish effective working relationships with others; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; ability to exercise judgment in controlling the activities, behavior, and safety of camp attendees; ability to supervise other staff.
Minimum and Preferred Qualifications
Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.
Requires at least one year or one summer season working in a camp setting as a counselor, camp administrator, teacher, or similar position.
Prefers two or more years of experience in teaching youth in a classroom setting, or attainment of a bachelor’s degree in recreation management, physical education, elementary/middle/high school education, or closely related field.
CPR and First-aid Certification preferred; training opportunities available.
Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal check, education verification and credit history review) prior to employment.
Requires possession of a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Regular Full-Time Employees
Cary is pleased to provide excellent, competitive, and comprehensive benefits to serve the needs of our employees and their families.
Because Cary believes that employees are one of our most important resources, significant dollars (averaging about 40% of annual salary per employee) are spent each year on employee benefits.
All regular full-time employees of Cary are eligible, and benefits coverage for new employees and family members is effective upon an employee’s hire date.
01
Do you have experience working in a camp setting as a counselor, camp administrator, instructor, or similar position for at least one year or one full season?
- Yes
- No
02
Please describe your previous experience working with youth. Include details on where this experience was gained, for how long, and what age groups you were involved with. If you do not have this experience, enter “N/A”.
03
Are you comfortable driving a 15-passenger van (training provided)?
- Yes
- No
04
Please indicate your certification status for CPR, First Aid, AED, or Epi-Pen.
- I am already certified.
- I am not certified but am willing to obtain certification with provided training.
- I am not certified and not willing to participate in provided training.
05
Training will be scheduled the week of September 4 (exact dates TBD) and may include weekday, weekend, and evening hours. Please note any schedule accommodation needs you may have.
06
Please share any days/times you are regularly unavailable.
Required Question