Camp Director-Teen Enhanced Camps

City of Raleigh Municipal Government; North Carolina; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic individual to supervise summer camp programs for teens. This role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, coordinating activities, and ensuring safety while providing an engaging environment for participants aged 12-17. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with a passion for working with youth. You'll have the opportunity to implement creative activities and make a positive impact in the lives of teens. If you're enthusiastic about recreation and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in recreation programs for youth or teens is essential.
• Must be able to lift at least 50lbs and pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Supervise program staff and logistics at the program site.
• Coordinate, plan, and lead program activities.
• Provide communication with staff, parents, and participants.

Skills

Strong organization skills

Strong time management skills

Ability to multi-task

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Youth or teen interaction skills

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

This position is responsible for supervising the day-to-day operations of summer camp programs that have specialized themes or focus areas. Camps included are Counselor in Training, Teen Corps, Entrepreneurship Camp, Campus Cruising, Teen Fire Academy, City of Raleigh Career Exploration Camp, Leaders in Training (Leadership/Outdoor Adventures), and Teens Outdoors and Occupied (Outdoor/Adventures). Staff will be responsible for implementing a curriculum that is already developed but will have the opportunity to give input and make additions to the program plan. Staff will also be responsible for development and implementation of the recreational games and activities that will supplement the curriculum of each camp week. Duties also include guiding other staff, problem solving, organizing supplies, planning and leading activities, ensuring safety/risk management policies are being followed, completing behavior/disciplinary paperwork for participants, keeping records when first aid or medication are administered and providing excellent customer service while interacting with parents/guardians. The ideal candidate will have the necessary knowledge and skills to establish creative activities and have ample enthusiasm to work with teens ages 12-17.

Responsibilities:

1. Supervise program staff and logistics at program site.
2. Coordinate, plan and lead program activities.
3. Provide constant flow of communication with supervisor, program staff, facility staff, parents, guardians and participants.
4. Enforce policies and rules amongst staff and participants.
5. Always serve as a positive role model.
6. Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Requirements:

• Previous experience working in recreation programs for youth or teens.
• Experience planning recreational/athletic activities, enrichment programming and games for teenagers.
• Experience leading and supervising staff (preferred)
• 20 years of age or older
• High School Graduate
• City Driver's permit or ability to obtain (Clean NCDL)
• Must be able to lift at least 50lbs.
• Must pass City of Raleigh criminal background check and controlled substance test.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong organization skills
• Strong time management skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lead and direct staff.
• A high level of energy, personal maturity, communication skills, and confidence
• Youth or teen interaction skills
• Knowledge of a variety of camp games, activities and craft projects.

Specialty camps are located at Thomas Crowder Woodland Center, Forest Ridge Park, and Five Points Active Adults Center.

Preference will be given to applicants with camp experience and/or a background in teaching.