Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as examples of the various type of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
- Ensure that camp staff and campers know and follow safety procedures at all times.
- Deliver a fun and exciting program for campers each week.
- Create a weekly/daily creative activities schedule that applies to the theme of each week. Lead small groups on field trips aligning with themes such as the police station, fire station, library etc.
- Supervise counselors in implementation of camp activities.
- Ensure that all equipment is properly stored at the end of each day.
- Submit payroll on a biweekly basis.
- Be responsible for interviewing, training, and scheduling counselors in training.
- Other related duties as assigned by the Recreation Director.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Understanding of youth development.
- Ability to manage large groups in a dynamic environment.
- Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.
- Ability to communicate and provide necessary instruction to camp staff.
- Ability to observe camper behavior, assess its appropriateness, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to adapt on the fly in difficult situations such as inclement weather.
- Should be creative.
Hours of Work: Monday - Friday, 8:45am - 3:15 pm includes extended hours
Dates of employment: June 23- June 26, July 7 – August 15, 2025
Salary: $20-$24 per hour
The City of Amesbury is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City of Amesbury does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status or membership in the armed services, marital status or any other protected category under federal or state law.