Camp Olathe Director

City of Olathe • Olathe, KS

16d • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Do you have experience working with kids and assisting them with hands-on activities? Do you enjoy an active outdoor work environment? If you have experience working with kids and want to utilize that in a camp setting the City of Olathe is looking for Camp Directors to work with staff and school age kids at one of five outdoor summer camps held at our beautiful Olathe parks. Come and join the fun this summer at Camp Olathe! Olathe's 2026 camps run from Tuesday, May 26th through Friday, July 31st. Staff will need to be available for required training and meetings taking place before camp starts-- New Hire Training: May 14th (5pm-6pm) All Camp Training Nights: May 18th and May 21st (5pm-8pm) CPR/First Aid Training (If not already certified): May 9th (9am-2pm) STARTING HOURLY PAY RANGE: $18.50 - $21.00 based on experience For more details, review the full job details and requirements below. The Camp Director designs and ensures correct delivery of program activities that are safe, fun, and appropriate for the age and abilities of campers. Additionally, this position manages the work of camp staff and the overall daily operations of the City's outdoor day camp for elementary-age children.

Requirements

• Experience: At least two years of experience working with school-age youth is required.
• Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Licenses & Certifications: First Aid and CPR certification is required—training provided.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a camp setting is preferred.
• A bachelor's degree in child development, education, or other closely related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the work of camp staff; assigns tasks; trains on task performance; schedules work shifts; reviews and evaluates performance.
• Oversees and ensures all essential tasks for opening and closing camp for the summer season are completed; acts as support when needed to prepare, set up for and clean up after activities; assists campers with self-selected activities; assists with preparing, serving, and cleaning up snacks.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service; communicates effectively with parents, campers, camp staff, and supervisors.
• Follows and ensures all staff follow City, KDHE and camp policies and procedures; follows basic supervision responsibilities; ensures staff are staying and interacting with campers at all times; participates as needed with campers in group and individual activities; enforces safety rules; intervenes when campers are likely to injure themselves or others.
• Stays current and ensures all staff are current on appropriate training as necessary: First Aid and CPR; child abuse and neglect awareness; signs and symptoms of illness; Olathe seasonal employee training.

Benefits

• The City of Olathe values and fosters an innovative, diverse, and inclusive culture.
• We offer competitive pay, health and dental coverage, retirement plans, and educational reimbursement.
• Employees can take advantage of the all-encompassing LiveWell wellness program to help them be their best selves—mentally, physically, socially, and financially.
• The City of Olathe champions continuous training and development for employees at all levels. It is our belief that if our employees continue to grow and be successful, both personally and professionally, then the City will serve our residents in the best ways possible.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED