Camp Director (Pt30)

TOWN OF APEX

invites applications for the position of:

Camp Director (PT30)

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $25.38 - 31.08

WORK LOCATION: 53 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502

SCHEDULE: Rotational or Variable Schedule

POSTING CLOSING DATE: August 5, 2024

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Performs a variety of camp related and administrative duties in support of Track Out and Summer Camp operations at the Town of Apex Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department.

This position reports to the Recreation Program Specialist.

This position supervises a team of day camp counselors.

A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:

• Handles day to day operations of Camp including use of ActiveNet software modules.

• Maintains a safe and welcoming camp environment, including but not limited to: setting up and leading activities, maintaining key tag process with parents, having difficult conversations with campers and/or parents, etc.

• Drives a 14-passenger mini-bus to and from off site camp field trips.

• Supervises a team of Camp Counselors on a rotating weekly basis.

• Assists Recreation Program Specialist with hiring, scheduling and training of seasonal/temporary employees.

• Plans and submits activity schedules to the Recreation Program Specialist.

• Tracks and maintains camp supply inventory and makes supply reorder requests as needed.

• Administers First Aid.

• Carries out all job duties in a safe manner and in accordance with all Town Policies and Procedures.

• Performs other job-related task as assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

Completion of high school diploma or GED and moderate experience working in a camp setting, or a combination of equivalent education and experience.

WITH...

• Knowledge of principles, practices, and methods of recreational and educational programs for assigned program area.

• Knowledge of equipment and supplies required for camp operation.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to plan and supervise the work of part-time and temporary staff.

• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, special populations, citizens, employees and other public and private groups and agencies.

• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

• Ability to prepare and maintain records.

• Working knowledge of the application of information technology to the work performed.

WHO WE ARE:

Known as "The Peak of Good Living", the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of more than 75,000 and was ranked in 2015 as Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 540 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefits package, and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the 96% job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey conducted with our employees.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Not only is the Town "The Peak of Good Living", but it's also a great place to work! We strive to "reach the peak" of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

• Paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees

• 5% contributions to the NC401(k) retirement plans (no matching required)

• Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS), 6% contribution by employee

• Pro-rated traditional sick and vacation leave

• Pro-rated 80 hours Peak Paid Time Off per year (after completion of probation)

• $1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit to pay for health and wellness activities (after completion of probation)

• Paid parental, caregiver, and bereavement leave

• 13 paid holidays

• Longevity pay

• Tuition assistance

• Expansive wellness program, and more!

KEEP IN MIND:

Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license checks prior to employment.

The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.