Recreation Specialist II - Day Camp Director

City of Glendora•Glendora, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Glendora is hiring a temporary, seasonal Day Camp Director under the formal title of Recreation Specialist II. The role leads the Spring and Summer Day Camp programs, including Spring Camp from March 29 through April 2 and the eight-week summer Dirt Camp program from June 7 through July 30 in the Glendora Foothills. Required training, planning, and preparation take place before each camp session. This is not a year-round position. The Day Camp Director coordinates day-to-day camp operations, supervises seasonal staff, plans activities and special events, monitors registration and program information, communicates with parents and City staff, and prepares activities and operational needs in advance. The position also oversees the Counselor in Training program, maintains program documentation, supports participant safety, responds to incidents, and drives to program and field locations as required.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent, plus two years of college coursework.
Experience developing, organizing, and directing programs.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
Ability to set up or take down tables, chairs, and other equipment for classes or special events.
Ability to lift 40 pounds and push or pull 50 pounds.
Ability to get from location to location during the course of doing business.
Class C California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record during employment.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, schedule, and coordinate daily and weekly camp activities, special events, swim days, and other program components in advance.
Ensure participant safety and welfare during camp activities, swim days, transportation, and transitions.
Identify program, staffing, supply, and operational needs before they affect camp operations.
Manage routine day-to-day camp operations and keep the Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor informed of significant issues, concerns, and program needs.
Train and orient staff and Counselors in Training (CITs).
Oversee the CIT Program, including reviewing applications, conducting interviews, coordinating training and schedules, and communicating with CITs through City email.
Assign and delegate responsibilities to camp staff and volunteers, communicate expectations, monitor progress, and ensure assignments are completed.
Schedule, supervise, lead, coach, and evaluate seasonal camp staff and volunteers.
Conduct daily staff briefings and communicate assignments, schedules, camper needs, activities, and operational changes.
Use ActiveNet to review registrations, rosters, program information, and reports needed for camp operations.
Maintain accurate attendance records, forms, logs, reports, and other required program documentation.
Monitor enrollment and participant information and coordinate registration-related needs or concerns with Recreation & Human Services staff.
Track deadlines, activities, staffing needs, supplies, and assignments, and prepare materials, equipment, staffing assignments, and logistical needs in advance.
Communicate regularly and professionally with the Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor about staffing, participants, incidents, operational concerns, and upcoming needs.
Enforce camp rules, City policies and procedures, and participant behavior expectations.
Respond appropriately to first-aid situations, emergencies, incidents, and accidents, and complete required documentation.
Communicate professionally with parents and guardians, address questions, concerns, or complaints within the scope of the position, and escalate matters when appropriate.
Anticipate operational challenges and develop solutions or contingency plans.
Drive to program and field locations as required.
Attend required meetings and training sessions.
Collaborate with other Recreation & Human Services program areas as needed.
Perform other related duties as assigned.