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🏀⚽🏈SPORTS + RECREATION DEPARTMENT🎭🌞🚵🏻‍♀️

Assistant Summer Camp Coordinator

Assistant Summer Camp Coordinator Job Announcement

General Statement of Duties: 

Assists in ensuring day-to-day operations of Summer Kidz Camp run smoothly. May need to fill various roles in the absence of other camp staff. The camp program operates Monday – Friday, 9 am – 3 pm (Extra care 3 – 5 pm), June 24th – August 16th. This position is 35 – 40 hours per week during camp season and may require 10-20 hours per week for the two weeks leading up to the start of camp. 

About us: The Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation District manages the Hood River Aquatic Center, community recreation programs and youth sports, seven parks, and six miles of trails. We are a small team of seven full-time employees and 30 part-time and seasonal employees.

Requirements: 

  • At least 18 years of age 

  • Experience: Have experience working with children in some capacity.  

  • Maintain current First aid and CPR certifications. Hood River Parks and Recreation District will provide training if necessary. 

  • Must be available for Staff Training Dates (June 1st, 8th and 15th)  

  • Must be available 8 am- 3 pm (extra care 3 - 5 pm), Monday – Friday, June 26th - August 18th  

 Job Type/Compensation: Full-time, Temporary $17.00-$19.00/hour, DOE.

 How to apply: Please fill out an application, and email it along with a cover letter to the Recreation Supervisor.

Job Description: Click the following link to view the full Asst Summer Camp Coordinator Job Description

First application review: March 25th

Hood River Valley Parks & Recreation District is an equal opportunity employer.

Summer Day Camp Leader

Summer Day Camp Leader Job Announcement

General Statement of Duties: 

The summer camp leader is responsible for assisting with instruction of general and/or specialized activities for program participants. Activities include but are not limited to leading group games, sports and athletics, singing songs, arts & crafts, swimming, and field trips. Leaders should be prepared to work outside, in various environmental conditions each week. This will be a seasonal position held June – August. 

About us: The Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation District manages the Hood River Aquatic Center, community recreation programs and youth sports, seven parks, and six miles of trails. We are a small team of seven full-time employees and 30 part-time and seasonal employees.

Requirements:   

  • At least 16 years of age  

  • Experience: Have experience working with children in some capacity.   

  • Ability to communicate in Spanish strongly preferred.   

  • Maintain current First aid and CPR certifications. Hood River Parks and Recreation District will provide training if necessary.   

 Job Type/Compensation: Part time, Temporary $14.96/hour.

 How to apply: Please fill out an application, and email it along with a cover letter to the Recreation Supervisor.

Job Description: Click the following link to view the full Summer Camp Leader Job Description

First application review: March 25th

Hood River Valley Parks & Recreation District is an equal opportunity employer.

💦🏊🏻‍♂️aQUATICS DEPARTMENT🏊🏻💦

Assistant Aquatics Supervisor

Assistant Aquatics Supervisor Job Announcement

The Position: The Hood River Valley Parks & Recreation District is seeking an assistant aquatics supervisor. The ideal candidate will be LGI and AFO or CPO certified and assist in managing pool staff, overseeing daily operations, helping to coordinate programs, providing excellent customer relations, and will be ready to jump in the pool or go up on the lifeguard stand when needed. The assistant supervisor reports to the aquatic supervisor.

About us: The Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation District manages the Hood River Aquatic Center, community recreation programs and youth sports, seven parks, and six miles of trails. We are a small team of seven full-time employees and 30 part-time and seasonal employees.

Compensation: This is a part-time, non-exempt position, with an hourly pay range between $18.13 - $24.49, DOE.

Special Requirements:
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, First Aid and CPR, Lifeguard Instructor Preferred, AFO or CPO Preferred. HRVPRD will certify and train as needed.

Schedule: Varied work schedule about 30 hours a week that may include evenings, early mornings, and weekends without advanced planning. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to jobs@hoodriverparksandrec.org.

How to apply: Please fill out an application, and send an application and cover letter to jobs@hoodriverparksandrec.org. A full job description can be found HERE.

First application review: September 25

Hood River Valley Parks & Recreation District is an equal opportunity employer.

Lifeguard:

  • Become a lifeguard and gain valuable leadership skills.

  • Part time position up to 30 hours per week.

  • Competitive pay and development of great leadership skills.

  • Must be at least 15 years of age.

  • American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Required. Visit the lifeguard training page for more information on the upcoming training course.

  • Monitors and ensures safety of all patrons in the facility.

  • Demonstrates good decision making and communication skills

  • Assists with facility chores including cleaning aquatics equipment, decks and checking pool chemistry

  • Contact the Aquatics Supervisor, if you are interested in applying for the position and fill out a Fillable Application.