Youth Camp Director (Variable Hour)

City of Aurora•Aurora, CO

4d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces Finding a leader for our summer camp team takes more than just a love for glitter and games. 🎨 Honest leaders who always follow through build the safest environment for our youth. 🤝 Helping parents feel heard and supported keeps our community programs thriving. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Treating every child and staff member with kindness ensures everyone feels welcome at the park. 🌟 Polished work habits matter even when you are planning a field trip or a messy craft project. ✂️ Spending workdays at parks and adventure destinations definitely beats a boring cubicle. 🌲 Managing small teams and program budgets requires a steady hand and a quick mind. 💡 Satisfactory experience with children ensures you can handle the high energy of a busy camp day. 🏃‍♂️ Having a degree in recreation or education provides a great foundation for this role. 📚 Staying active and traveling to different sites keeps the week interesting. 🚗 Creating lasting memories for kids is easily the best part of the job. ✨ Must be 18 years old by time of hire The hiring rate for this role is $20.00/hour. This is classified as a VHNE (Variable Hour Non-Benefit Employee), meaning the selected candidate will work fewer than 29 hours per week. This position does not provide medical benefits. This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act. The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine we have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. This job announcement is for collecting candidate applications for current and future Summer (Youth) Camp Directors. Applicants will be contacted only when a position need is identified, and their qualifications match the position's needs. The selected applicant(s) will undergo the following conditions: Background Check (if over 18) MVR Fingerprints (via Trials and Identigo) Position Overview: Camp/Activity Director is responsible for implementing planned programs which include school break camps, summer camp, We Are Aurora Youth, and Friday evening programs. The Director will also lead 1 to 5 staff in in implementing programs. This position also applies to candidates that are only able to work during the summer season or part of the year. Hired staff are asked for availability based on program dates and scheduling comes on a first come first serve basis.

Requirements

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Youth Program Director must meet one of the following qualifications:
Education/Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in recreation, outdoor education, art education, elementary or early childhood education, human services, or directly related field.
Two years of college training and six (6) months (910 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable full-time or equivalent part-time, paid or volunteer, experience, in the care and supervision of four (4) or more children
Three years (5460 hours) of satisfactory and verifiable full-time or equivalent part-time, paid or volunteer, experience and one of the following qualifications:
A. Complete six semester hours, or nine quarter hours in course work from a regionally accredited college or university; or
B. 40 clock hours of training in course work applicable to school-age children and the department-approved courses in injury prevention, and playground safety for School-Aged Child Care Centers within the first nine months of employment.
Reliable transportation to work sites and a valid drivers license.
This position will require the following certifications to be completed upon hiring. City of Aurora will maintain a copy of all certifications.
First aid and CPR
Standard Precautions
Medical Administration Part 1 and Part 2
Child Abuse Reporting
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment Immunization Course
Playground Safety
Injury Prevention
FEMA Multihazard Planning for Child Care

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of youth development, outdoor education, nutrition, and recreation programming for elementary and or middle school students.
Familiarity with the rules and regulations of School Age Licensed Day Camp Programs.
Experience working with youth from ages 6 to 14 and ability to plan programs.
Fluency in the Spanish language preferred but not required.
Previous supervisory experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Organize and run staff meetings, mandatory trainings, and other Youth Services events required by program.
Prepare and maintain necessary supplies and stay within budget guidelines.
Directors will coordinate and implement activities and events which will include direct supervision of group programs.
Directors will work closely with parents on youth profiles, program communication & volunteer needs.
Work with the Program Leaders to implement and participate in planned programs which include games, crafts, field trips, and swimming.
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive total compensation package
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
Generous paid-time-off program (Vacation, Sick and Personal leaves)
Retirement pension plan
Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community
Growing city and employee population
Expansive perk benefits such as free Recreation Center Membership, wellness programs, tuition assistance, career advancement, performance bonus programs, etc.
On-site fitness center and wellness programs
Remote work opportunities