Camp and After School Program Coordinator

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JOB SUMMARY:

Camps and After School Program Coordinator oversees and manages all aspects of the Summer Day Camp program; which consists of a (9) nine week program for up to 120 children per week in Grades K – 5 at Naticook Day Camp and up to 50 participants in Grades 5 – 9 in the Camp Trek program. During the School Year; this individual will be responsible for directing and managing all aspects of the After School and School Vacation Week Programs, which can have up to 45 children per day in Grades K – 5. The individual in this position will manage the day to day operations of these including program planning, staff & family relations, recruitment, and training and evaluation of the programs and of the employees working in the program. Carries out all supervisory functions in accordance with Town’s rules, policies and applicable laws.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: 
The Camps & After School Program Coordinator works under the direction of the Director of Parks & Recreation.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Manage seasonal staff of approximately 40 employees assigned to Summer Camp and After School Program.

HOURS:
Hours for this 40 per week position will fluctuate between the summer and school year. During the summer, the position will generally work Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. During the School Year, this position will generally work Monday through Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:   
Must be at least 21 years of age.  Must have at least 2 seasons of previous administrative or supervisory experience in youth recreation camping, youth education and development, or other youth recreation programs. Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Early Childhood Education, Physical Education or related field is preferred. Combination of education and experience that indicates an ability to meet the requirements of the job are also acceptable. Current CPR and Standard First Aid certifications or willingness to obtain.
 
In general, this position works in an indoor/outdoor environment and is often required to do several tasks expeditiously and concurrently.  This position will require a great deal of interaction children and with the public.

BENEFITS:
The Town offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees which includes:

  • 100% employer paid family health insurance premiums
  • 100% employee life, and short-term disability insurance premiums.
  • 90% employer paid family dental insurance premiums.
  • Participation in New Hampshire Retirement System
  • Optional benefits such as, deferred compensation plans, long-term disability, & supplemental life insurance.
  • Paid leave including, holidays, vacation, personal, and sick leave.
  • College tuition reimbursement and flexible spending accounts may also  be available depending upon the position.
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Organization: 
Town of Merrimack
Type: 
Employment
Close Date: 
Monday, September 30, 2024
Salary: 
$21.00 - $22.75/hour