Summer Camps - Program ; Seasonal

Summer Camp Program Support Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center is seeking a Summer Camp Program Support to assist in the delivery of safe, inclusive, and engaging full-day summer camp programs for youth in the community.

This Summer Camp Program Support (Seasonal) is responsible for implementing and overseeing the day-to-day operations of full-day summer camps at Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center. This role works independently, within established guidelines, to lead and instruct the daily activities of Summer Camp programs and provide direction to assigned part-time staff and volunteers. The position receives direct supervision from the Full Day Camp Program Coordinator and limited supervision from programming staff.

This is a seasonal, 10-week position that may be scheduled 36-40 hours per week. The schedule is typically Monday – Friday between the hours of 7 am – 6 pm, but may include some evenings and weekends. The anticipated dates for this position are June 15th through August 21, 2026.

The hiring range for this position is $27.00 to $30.44, based on experience and internal equity. The full hourly range for this job classification is $27.00 to $30.44. Staff may be eligible for a merit increase at the end of September.

• Support the planning and daily operation of full-day summer camps, including developing weekly activity schedules, organizing materials and resources, and ensuring camp goals and objectives are met.
• Provide lead directions to assigned part-time camp staff by assigning and overseeing daily responsibilities, creating staff schedules, delivering training, and offering ongoing coaching and support to maintain a safe, engaging camp environment.
• Coordinate camp activities, special events, and field experiences with other district programs and staff to ensure seamless program delivery throughout the summer season.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating camp effectiveness, gathering feedback, and making adjustments to enhance camper experience and achieve established outcomes.
• Lead or co-lead camp activities as needed to ensure smooth transitions, active participation, and a positive, inclusive experience for all campers.
• Actively promote, model, and support diversity, equity, inclusion, and access to create a welcoming and supportive full-day camp environment for participants and staff.

• Current First Aid and CPR certifications OR willing to obtain within 30 days of hire
• Valid Oregon Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record
• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade and two (2) years of relevant experience in summer camp, recreation education, including lived experience.

Employees receive free drop-in access to all THPRD recreation facilities for their household, as well as a discount on camps and classes. Be sure to check out the "Benefits" tab to see what the district offers you!

Please be sure to fully answer the application's supplemental questions to ensure our hiring managers can appropriately evaluate your qualifications. To reduce barriers to entry, THPRD evaluates an applicant's work history and responses to supplemental questions rather than requiring cover letters and resumes. Appointments on the salary range are made based upon a pay equity analysis of bona fide factors per Oregon's Equal Pay Act.

THPRD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, THPRD will ensure that people with disabilities receive reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at hr.

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