Assistant Camp Director

Under the immediate supervision of the Camp Director, and the general supervision of the Recreation Coordinator and Superintendent, the Assistant Camp Director is the go-to person for all things at Camp Mingo for the City of Delaware. Your job will include many responsibilities, all with the goal of creating a memorable and meaningful camp experience for your campers. As an Assistant Director, you have oversight of camp programs and will enjoy infusing your own creativity and talents into the weekly schedule.

Essential Functions:

1. Lead and engage campers in daily activities while ensuring safety and fun
2. Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing the daily camp schedule
3. Supervise counselors and delegate tasks; provide guidance and performance feedback
4. Actively supervise swimming activities from within the water
5. Welcome and orient campers and families at arrival; communicate with parents during pick-up and drop-off
6. Enforce camp rules and review emergency procedures with campers and staff
7. Prepare materials and activities ahead of time
8. Support in resolving camper behavior concerns and respond to parent inquiries
9. Collaborate with the Camp Director on program improvements and operation needs
10. Perform all other duties as assigned. 

• Youth development
• Leadership principles

• Customer service
• Conflict resolution
• Communication
• Public speaking
• CPR/AED 

• Team support
• Age-appropriate activity creation and planning
• Physical stamina to participate in camp activities
• Prioritization of camper health, safety, and well-being
• Supervision of swim activities within the water

1. The primary duties of this position are performed in a public office building environment or outdoors and may work in adverse weather conditions. 
2. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions, to conduct face-to-face and telephone conversations and communicate effectively.
3. Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and to review, evaluate and prepare a variety of written materials.
4. Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate standard office equipment and computer systems.
5. Sufficient body flexibility, personal mobility and strength, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to work in an office setting, to sit for extended periods and to occasionally lift and move objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• CPR/First Aid certification required
• Possession of a valid Ohio Driver License

This position is part of the Permanent Part-Time and Seasonal Employee Ordinance. Details about the compensation and benefits for this position can be found in the agreement by clicking here. 

The information above is intended to be illustrative of the kinds of duties that may be assigned to the position and should not be interpreted to describe all of the duties which may be required of employees holding this position.

The City of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), the City of Delaware will provide reasonable accommodations, upon reasonable request, to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.