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There’s a self-care revolution happening in the daily life of people everywhere. Join our team to help make the places for activity, play, and calming relaxation in the Hood River Valley. Check out the job openings with Hood River Valley Parks + Recreation District below.
🏀⚽🏈SPORTS + RECREATION DEPARTMENT🎭🌞🚵🏻♀️
Job Posting: Summer Camp Assistant Coordinator
Organization: Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation District
Location: Hood River, OR
Position Type: Part-Time, Seasonal
Salary: $17.68-19.76 (DOE)
About Us:
Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation District (HRVPRD) is committed to enhancing the quality of life for the community through engaging recreational programs, services, and facilities. We are looking for a passionate, dedicated individual to join our team as the Youth Track and Field Coordinator, responsible for overseeing and coordinating our youth track and field program.
Position Overview:
Summer Camp Assistant Coordinator 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 23rd-August 15th. This position is 32 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.
Key Responsibilities:
Assists with the planning, coordinating, and instructing daily operations of Kidz Camp
Assists with the planning, coordinating, and supervising of Kidz camp activities
May need to speak to parents and participants to resolve conflicts
Assists with supervising and evaluating staff
Maintains accountability of and is responsible for the health and safety of participants
Prepares reports forms, policies, and procedures
Ensure that all children follow rules and policies on site
Performs proper emergency procedures when necessary
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Must have demonstrated experience and knowledge in a camp setting
Must have creativity, enthusiasm, and limitless energy
Must be able to follow directions, schedules, be organized and interact well with other staff
Must be able to maintain a professional demeanor and attitude at all times
Must be able to remain focused during all types of weather conditions (hot, humid, sunny, wet, rainy)
Minimum age is 18
Physical Requirements:
Work may be performed in an outdoor environment.
May be subjected to varying weather conditions like hot, humid, cold and rainy.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a completed application, resume, and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and interest in the position. Please email your materials to the Summer Camp Coordinator
Download Summer Camp Assistant Coordinator Job Description
First Application Review: March 26
Job Posting: Summer Camp Counselor
Organization: Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation District
Location: Hood River, OR
Position Type: Part-Time, Seasonal
Salary: $15.56-$16.56
About Us:
Hood River Valley Parks and Recreation District (HRVPRD) is committed to enhancing the quality of life for the community through engaging recreational programs, services, and facilities. We are looking for a passionate, dedicated individual to join our team as the Youth Track and Field Coordinator, responsible for overseeing and coordinating our youth track and field program.
Position Overview:
The camp counselor 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.
Key Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities listed below are illustrative only and are not meant to be a full and exhaustive listing of all the duties and responsibilities of the classification.
Direct supervision of camp participants
Supervise and lead activities throughout the day
Ensure safety during activity
Responsible for keeping all facilities used clean and safe
Cleaning up after activities
Making sure a space is safe before leading an activity in it.
Educate campers through games and explorations
Resolve conflicts between children
Inform supervisors about any problems regarding participants, facilities or other.
If necessary, administer first aid
Practice safe work habits and contribute to the safety of self, co-workers, and the public.
Qualifications:
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.
Physical Requirements:
Work may be performed in an outdoor environment.
May be subjected to varying weather conditions like hot, humid, cold and rainy.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a completed application, resume, and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and interest in the position. Please email your materials to the Summer Camp Coordinator
Download Summer Camp Counselor Job Description
First Application Review: March 26
💦🏊🏻♂️aQUATICS DEPARTMENT🏊🏻💦
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.