Day Camp Supervisor-Summer 2026 (May extend to the 2026-27 School Year)

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Day Camp Supervisor

Under the general supervision of the Site Supervisor II, the Site Supervisor I is responsible for the budget management and business operations of the childcare center and directs activities at assigned site/s.  Responsible for following agency policies, procedures and all applicable laws to ensure compliance within the program.

This position may extend to the 2026-27 school year as a Site Supervisor 1 position M0nday through Fridays from noon to 6:00pm with a pay range of $30.93-$47.99/hour.

 

Closing Date: Until Filled

(First Review of applications will take place on Monday, June 15)

# of Positions : One (1) seasonal

Employment Type : Non-classified - Non-Exempt

Work Year :ASAP through July 31, 2026 (no programs on June 19 or July 3)

Schedule:  Flexible Monday through Friday

Pay rate: $30.93/hour

*Summer:  Summer Employment Opportunities are available

Submit the following items:

  1. Letter of Introduction
  2. Resume ( 3 pages Max)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Includes the following; other duties may be assigned.

  • Provides positive leadership, and coaching/mentoring to site staff
  • Works collaboratively with staff, participants, and parents
  • Plans daily activities for day camp participants
  • Directs the work of the Senior Day Camp Leader and Summer Day Camp Leader
  • Maintains accurate attendance records for each participant enrolled in the day camp
  • Confers with Site Supervisor II and staff regarding child's behavioral problems, and recommends methods of modifying inappropriate behavior
  • Maintains a clean, safe, healthy, and orderly environment including indoor and outdoor areas
  • Follows health and safety standards for food handling, hand washing, and universal precautions with exposure to blood
  • Possesses knowledge of Emergency Disaster Plan
  • Arranges medical attention for ill or injured children in accordance with parent's instructions
  • Notifies supervisor of facility maintenance needs
  • Monitors and approves staff timecards
  • Plans, preps and shops for supplies as needed
  • Other related duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises Senior Day Camp Leaders and Day Camp Leaders I & II.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  A review of this position has excluded marginal functions that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.

  • Education and/or Experience

    College Degree (B.A. or B.S.) in recreation, child development or a related field; or two years related management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Language Skills

    Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence as well as, speak effectively before groups of participants, parents and/or employees within the organization.

  • Reasoning Ability

    Must have the ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

  • Mathematical Skills

    Must have budgeting knowledge ability to read, create and monitor budgets.  Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, and percentages.

  • Keyboard Skills

    Solid experience working with Microsoft Windows 7/8 and Office 10 which includes word outlook, processing, spreadsheets and database programs.

  • Other Skills and Abilities

    Must be customer service oriented, accurate, self-motivated, and be able to use time efficiently.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Fingerprint & TB Clearance are required prior to start date

Class C California Driver’s License

Mandatory Safety Training (within 4 weeks of hire)

CPR/First Aid Certification (within 6 weeks of hire)

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers, handle and feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth   perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds or more.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

      • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
      • The noise level in the clubhouse environment may is often noisy with very dynamic movement.
      • While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions. Seasonal and year-round programs may expose the individual to natural weather conditions such as sun, cold, rain, and other conditions that may not be predictable.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of this position. The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek assistance as required. Incumbents within this position may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the organization’s services (may include: visitors, employees and other community members)