Youth Camp Leader (Variable Hour)

City of Aurora•Aurora, CO

3d•$18•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 PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Being a genuine role model for young explorers starts with showing honesty in every activity. Leading outdoor trips or group lessons offers a chance to act with heart. Three months of experience with school-aged children taught you that "indoor voices" are optional. Helping local families feel welcome and heard keeps our community happy. Showing kindness and tact goes a long way when managing a diverse group of kids and coworkers. Maintaining a steady, reliable presence while solving problems keeps everything running smoothly even when games get chaotic. Finding adventure in our parks and recreation centers requires staying active and occasionally lifting 30 pounds of gear. Talking with kids aged 6 to 14 needs to be clear, fun, and full of positive energy ☀️. Keeping safety a priority while transporting groups and exploring new destinations is essential 🚌. Transforming a simple craft or game into the highlight of a child's summer takes a creative spark 🎨. Must be 18 years old by time of hire The hiring rate for this role is $18.00/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 Leaders. 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) Drug Screening Position overview: The City of Aurora is seeking Program Leaders to implement youth programs throughout the year. 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. PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Program Leaders will be responsible for running outdoor excursions with a group of youth. Program Leaders will be responsible for directing lessons. Program Leaders will be responsible for implementing games, crafts, and other activities. Program Leaders will serve as role models and use positive youth development strategies in the workplace. Program Leaders will assist in transportation to activities. Perform additional duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education: High School diploma
Experience: Must have at least (3) months (460 hours) of full-time or equivalent part time satisfactory and verifiable experience with school-aged children.
Licenses and Certifications Required: 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 Multi-hazard Planning for Child Care
As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.
Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment.
Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.
City policy requires that selected candidates provide documentation in the form of official transcripts of the highest level of education attained by the candidate that is listed on their application materials.
The City of Aurora requires all applicants for employment, who are offered positions with the City, to undergo a thorough criminal background check, drug testing for safety sensitive position and possible credit check for select positions.
All job applicants shall be asked to electronically consent to or sign a release authorizing a criminal background check and submit a urine sample for the purpose of testing for a wide variety of prohibited and/or controlled substances.
Applicants who hold a Commercial Driver’s License will also be required to undergo alcohol testing using an Evidential Breath Testing Device.
Applicants who test positive for marijuana during a pre-employment drug test will not be hired, and will be ineligible to be employed with the city for one year.
The City of Aurora uses E-Verify to determine if employees are legally eligible to work in the United States.

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

Program Leaders will be responsible for running outdoor excursions with a group of youth.
Program Leaders will be responsible for directing lessons.
Program Leaders will be responsible for implementing games, crafts, and other activities.
Program Leaders will serve as role models and use positive youth development strategies in the workplace.
Program Leaders will assist in transportation to activities.
Perform additional 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
This position earns sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Families and Workplace Act.
Competitive total compensation package
Rich benefits package with low employee costs
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