Summer Day Camp Recreation Specialist

Anoka County; Oak Grove (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Anoka County in Oak Grove, MN is seeking a Seasonal Assistant Recreation Program Specialist (Day Camp) to teach environmental education and outdoor activities such as kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding, and team building at Lake George Regional Park.

This is a seasonal, on-site position with varied hours up to 32 per week and includes advancement opportunities for motivated individuals.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma.
• Previous customer service experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must successfully pass criminal history and driver's license background checks.
• Preferred: Associate degree or current enrollment in environmental education, natural resources, environmental studies, parks and recreation or related program.

Responsibilities

• Teach environmental education topics during summer day camps to youth in grades 1st–6th.
• Teach outdoor recreational activities such as kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding, and team building to adults, youth, and family groups.
• Plan and deliver Day Camp activities that align with the program goals and outcomes of Wargo Nature Center.
• Assist programming staff with instructing diverse groups about outdoor recreational and environmental education programs.
• Load, transport, and maintain recreational equipment including canoes, kayaks and trailers, paddles, PFDs, and paddle boards.

Skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree (preferred) or enrollment in environmental studies/parks recreation

Job description

Anoka County in Oak Grove, MN is seeking a Seasonal Assistant Recreation Program Specialist (Day Camp) to teach environmental education and outdoor activities such as kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding, and team building at Lake George Regional Park.

This is a seasonal, on-site position with varied hours up to 32 per week and includes advancement opportunities for motivated individuals.