Parks Summer Day Camp Director

Company: TOWN OF CORNELIUS
Location: Cornelius
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Hiring Range: $16.25 - $17.25 per hour This is a Seasonal/Temporary Part-time position and is not eligible for employer paid benefits. Job Summary Under the supervision of the Recreation Centers Program Manager, the Summer Day Camp Director is responsible for the direction and supervision of all Summer Day Camp counselors and daily activities. They will also participate in day-to-day planning, organizing, implementation, and handling of disciplinary issues with campers and/or parents if needed. This position will also conduct staff training as needed. This seasonal position requires a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and responsible person to work in a fun environment with children in a summer day camp setting. Essential Duties (Any one position may not include all of the tasks listed, nor do the examples necessarily include all of the tasks performed.) Plan, organize, and implement the day camp program and activities. Plans must be well thought out, presented to the Recreation Centers Program Manager for approval, and regularly shared with the camp counselors. Maintain good communication and contact with parents throughout the camp season, informing them of issues about camp or, more specifically, their child, including any disciplinary problems. Supervise Day Camp Counselors. Direct and assist in keeping the facility, supplies, and equipment safe and available by reporting breakage and safety problems. Assist in record keeping by taking attendance, collecting waivers, keeping each child’s information sheet up to date, and filling out accident/incident reports as needed. Assist in organizing staff meetings as needed and communicate with staff. Maintain an excellent professional relationship with staff, delegating responsibility where appropriate. Communicate with the Recreation Centers Program Manager regularly about problems, solutions, questions, concerns, and improvements for future sessions. Review staff performance throughout the summer and assist the Recreation Centers Program Manager in formally evaluating staff at the end of the season. Actively participate in activities and on field trips with campers. Instruct counselors to do the same. Actively supervise participants daily. Observe and follow all Parks and Recreation safety policies and regulations. The safety of staff and participants is a continuing responsibility of all employees. Perform other duties as assigned and not limited to other assignments. Qualifications High School graduate or equivalent. Preference is given to those with a degree in education, recreation, or a related field or comparable experience. Must be at least 19 years old with an understanding of Day Camp procedures—prior experience working with children required. Must have current CPR and First Aid certification or be willing to obtain certification before the start date. Ability to plan and lead recreational activities for children at assigned age levels between 6-12 years old. Should have an outgoing personality with good interpersonal skills. Reporting Relationship Under general supervision of the Recreation Centers Program Manager. Working Conditions: Requirements and Demands The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Employees’ general work area is divided between an indoor smoke-free environment with controlled temperature and fluorescent lighting and the outdoors. Employees will be required to work during various weather conditions, including cold and hot temperatures. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, some bending, kneeling, and reaching items off the floor and high shelves are required. Performing repetitive hand/arm movements as when playing games or sports. Able to sit and stand for sustained periods while interacting with children. Constant getting up and down from the floor and child-size table and chairs to accomplish daily activities. Physical set up of programs, special events, services, and facilities. Reading handwritten information and writing legibly. The employee must lift and/or move up to 35 lbs. Work Status The Summer Day Camp Director position is a seasonal position with the option to work in other areas within the department once the camp season has concluded. This position will have hours that occur from December – August. Work hours from December – June will be used for summer day camp planning, ranging from 0 to 25 hours per week, with a majority of the planning hours worked January - May . This position is expected to work 40 hours per week during Summer Day Camp, generally from early June through mid-August. Special Note The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work 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. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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