Day Camp Director

City of Huron, SD • Huron, SD

30d • Onsite

About The Position

Employee will work from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm each Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday during May, June, July, and August at the Campus Center. Employee will supervise day camp assistants. Employee will be able to supervise children between the ages of 6-11. Work is frequently performed in undesirable physical conditions of pollution, heat, cold, dampness, and a moderate to high noise level; duties involve planning, leading, and implementing core and non-core programs and experiences for children in a small group setting; general safety, development, growth, and skill achievement of the participants in the group. The Director will provide high quality outdoor educational and recreational experiences for participants. Supervise and monitor youth ages 6-11 and staff. May to August, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each day. • May be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions.

Requirements

• Ability to work with necessary equipment to complete the tasks successfully.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to effectively present Parks & Recreation information to the public

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from High School or GED Certificate preferred.
• High School Students may be acceptable in some circumstances.
• Experience with Park & Recreation seasonal activities, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day camp assistants
• Supervise children between the ages of 6-11
• Planning, leading, and implementing core and non-core programs and experiences for children in a small group setting
• General safety, development, growth, and skill achievement of the participants in the group
• Provide high quality outdoor educational and recreational experiences for participants
• Supervise and monitor youth ages 6-11 and staff

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED