Head Camp Counselor

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Voted Best Summer Camps by Northern Virginia Magazine 2020 - 2023! If you love being outside, creating lifelong memories for children, and planning exciting activities - then we have the job for you! The Department of Parks and Recreation offers full-day camp programs for ages 6-14 throughout all of Prince William County to include indoor and outdoor adventures.
We are seeking highly motivated individuals to join our team.
Head Camp Counselors should have experience working with parents and children and must be able to demonstrate a high level of enthusiasm and care for our programs and participants.
Head Counselors work closely with camp managers to ensure camper and counselor safety.
Individuals are expected to offer a high level of customer service and are responsible for activity implementation/coordination, supervision of staff, monitoring daily camp operations and administrative functions associated with implementing a camp program.
Must be able to work within a team setting to accomplish program goals.
Camp programs are generally offered Monday- Friday from 9a-5p, however due to our extended care program, there may be times when flexibility is necessary.
Please note: employee hours are based upon camp enrollments and cannot be guaranteed.
Candidates must be at least 19 years old AND have one year of experience working with children in structured settings/programs.
High school diploma and G.
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Camp Locations: Silver Lake Regional Park - OUTDOOR Camp - 16198 Silver Lake Rd, Haymarket, VA Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center - 14300 Minnieville Rd, Dale City, VA The Department of Parks and Recreation conducts DMV records checks on all employees driving for work purposes and criminal background checks on all hires age 18 years and older.
Note: The information that follows is a County-wide Classification Specification that may include details not specifically applicable to this position .
NATURE OF WORK This class is part of the Recreation Job Family.
Incumbents supervise the operations, services and personnel at an assigned facility to ensure the safety of all visitors and participants, as well as the cleanness and safety of the facility.
Responsibilities include: supervising staff; monitoring and maintaining aquatic environment; maintaining inventory for cleaning, First Aid, and Chemical Supplies; preparing and maintaining activities reports and cash reports.
Distinguishing Characteristics This is a supervisor-level position that is responsible for supervising subordinate staff members and department operations, maintaining cleaning inventories, and ensuring facility safety.
TYPICAL CLASS RESPONSIBILITIES (These responsibilities are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.
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Supervises staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and, making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
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Ensures that all departmental policies and procedures are enforeced at all times throughout the facility.
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Maintains and organizes inventory of supplies, parts and/or equipment at assigned location; verifies inventory condition and quantity; and identifies inventory needs.
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Inspects, monitors, and maintains recreation equipment and environment.
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Prepares and maintains reports and other related documentation.
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Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
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KNOWLEDGE Supervisory principles; Fitness center equipment and machines; Exercise science principles and theories; Life guarding surveillance and rescue techniques; Customer service principles; Applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, codes, and regulations; Computers and related software applications.
SKILLS Supervising and evaluating employees; Prioritizing and assigning work; Providing customer service; Applying life guarding surveillance and rescue techniques; Cleaning and maintaining fitness equipment and machines; Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards; Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications; Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc.
sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Discipline specific responsibilities do not apply to this classification.
LEVEL OF DECISIONS Responsibilities typically require adaptation of procedures, processes, tools, equipment and techniques to meet the specialized requirements of the position.
DIRECTION RECEIVED Incumbents apply procedures and standards to specific situations, and work under general supervision.
DIRECTION PROVIDED Incumbents may assign/delegate work assignments to temporary employees, and/or regular employees; troubleshoot problems and issues commensurate with relevant experience.
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MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS High school diploma or G.
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Lifeguard Certification.
First aid Certification.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification.
A minimum age requirement may be applicable for certain positions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, inadequate lighting, workspace movement restrictions, and intense noises.
NOTE The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.
The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.