Outdoor Camp Directors - Recreation & Parks

Overview

Position Summary/Class Description
Looking for a fun, active, outdoor job this summer? Camp directors perform instruction, coordination and supervision of duties in the field in highly specialized skill areas for adventure and outdoor camps. Camp directors are selected for their talent, skills, and experience working with children in adventure/outdoor activities. Experience in archery, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, camping, fishing, biking, rock climbing (indoors and outdoors), nature and/or other outdoor adventure pursuits highly preferred.

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age. Salaries vary based on position and qualifications. The camp season runs from early June through late August. Mandatory staff training is conducted the week of June 15-19, 2026.

Rate of Pay
Salary commensurate with experience and certification(s).

Pay Levels
Contingent:
Level I - $18.00-$20.00 (Paraprofessional)
Level II - $20.00-$22.00 (Paraprofessional)
Level III - $23.00 - $32.00 (Professional)

• Level I - Includes experience and specialized education and training or certification in skill area.
• Level II - Includes two (2) years of professional experience and specialized education and training in specialized field or college graduate with two years of experience.
• Level III - Includes five (5) years of professional experience and specialized education and training in specialized field or college graduate with three years of experience.
• Applicant must possess appropriate certifications when applicable to position vacancy.

For additional information contact Matt Medicus, mmedicus,

TO APPLY: You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted.

Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.

At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) or World Education Services:
International Credential Evaluation (https://).

Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at Hiring Preference.

Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.

Employees in this category may not be eligible for all County benefits.

• Archery
• Paddling (Canoe/Kayak)
• Camping
• Biking
• Rock Climbing (Indoor Climbing Walls and/or…