Camp Counselor (Seasonal)

Beavercreek Police Department; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Beavercreek Police Department is seeking summer camp staff to assist with the coordination and daily operation of children's summer day camps. Responsibilities include planning activities, ensuring safety, and maintaining discipline among campers. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills, and a background in recreation or education is preferred. This position offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors and engage with children in a fun, educational environment.

Benefits

Uniform provided

Qualifications

• Ability to establish effective working relationships.
• Skill in dealing tactfully with the public.
• Willingness to work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs campers in various activities.
• Ensures safety and cleanliness of camp areas.
• Maintains discipline and well-being of camp participants.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Planning Skills

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

High School Diploma

Job description

Approximate Dates: May 22, 2025 - August 4, 2025

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 5:30pm (Exact times may vary). 8-hour shifts, 40 hours/week.

Uniform t-shirts or polo shirts and bucket hat or baseball cap provided.

GENERAL NATURE OF WORK: Assist with the coordination and daily operation of summer day camps for children. Plan, implement, and coordinate a specified program area for all camp participants. Duties are performed under the direction of the Camp Director and Recreation Program Supervisor, Department of Parks, Recreation, and Culture.

EQUIPMENT & JOB LOCATION: This position requires general knowledge of sports, crafts, nature and outdoor activities. Camps are held outdoors at various park locations throughout the summer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in all positions in this class.

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  Plans, guides and directs assigned campers in a variety of camp activities related to weekly theme.
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  Directs activities of 8 to 10 campers, serving as their counselor and leader.
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  Ensures the safety of campers at all times, keeps camp areas clean, and demonstrates a concern for the environment.
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  Maintains camper discipline as necessary.
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  Maintains safety and well-being of camp participants.

ADDITIONAL EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

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  Maintains good working relationships with employees, the public, parents of campers and campers.
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  Sets a good example for campers, and encourages respect for personal property, camp equipment and facilities.
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  Assists in post-camp evaluation of program.
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  Performs other duties as assigned (i.e. Fourth of July).

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

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  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, fellow employees, other city employees, and the general public.
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  Skill in dealing firmly, tactfully, and courteously with the general public.
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  Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written instructions.
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  Ability to gain certification in CPR/AED and First Aid (child through adult).
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  Ability to work under the direction of the Camp Director.
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  Regular, predictable, and punctual attendance is required.
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  Skill and ability to work with children and communicate with parents.
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  Willingness to work outdoors.
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  Understanding of child development, special needs, and behavior management.

DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

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  Preferable fields of study: recreation administration, education or a related field; working towards a baccalaureate degree or graduate degree or a high school senior planning to enroll in a college or university.
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  Coursework preparation in related fields such as early childhood education, outdoor education, program evaluation, personnel management, sports management preferred. Experience with youth camps favored.
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  Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, public relations, organizational, and planning skills.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

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  Must maintain a valid Ohio Driver’s License.
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  Ability to work other than normal working hours, and to work various shifts as necessary.

For more information on the position, see 2025 Camp Staff Info Sheet.