Summer Fun Program Activity Leader

JOB SUMMARY

JOB SUMMARY

The City of San Marcos is looking for energetic individuals to staff our Summer Fun Program. The program provides area children, ages 7 thru 14, with a fun-filled summer that includes games, activities, and field trips! This is temporary employment. The position will begin immediately. Camps run for 8 weeks - ending on August 2, 2024.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DECISION MAKING

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs child supervision duties for both on and off campus program activities; administers first aid; enforces adherence to safety rules; fills out handwritten forms; performs safety inspections daily.

• Administers recreation activities on a playground campus site including structured activities; bowling, , swimming, movies and special field trips.

• Maintains campus site area; cleans floors; picks up trash; cleans bathrooms and performs other janitorial work as needed.

DECISION MAKING

• Must be able to perform duties safely and apply policies and procedures appropriately.

• Supervise children at all times.

• Must be able to facilitate an atmosphere that encourages challenge, learning, and growth.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Salary is dependent upon qualifications)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 16 years of age.

• CPR/First Aid Certification is required during week of training- administered by COSM.

• Required to work the remainder of the program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience working with young children is preferred.

CORE COMPETENCIES AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

CORE COMPETENCIES

Good communication skills needed to administer and supervise recreational activities to children; ability to handle emergency situations in a calm manner. Ability to administer recreational activities in a safe and effective manner while complying with applicable City rules, regulations, and policies. Ability to respond to emergency situations and to take appropriate action when necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical requirements include working outdoors in extreme heat, humidity and wind. Occasionally exposed to pool chemicals, slippery surfaces, and noise around crowds and whistles. Subject to standing, sitting, hearing, talking, vision, lifting up to 20 lbs., pushing, pulling, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, banding, twisting, climbing, balancing and reaching.

The City of San Marcos offers its employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and occupational lives. We are committed to a total rewards strategy that provides employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance.

View Our Benefits Guide.

BENEFITS

Retirement

• Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) - Individual trust replacing Social Security

• Mission Square Retirement Corporation - optional 457-deferred compensation plan & Roth IRA

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• Employee Assistance Program

• Activity Center Membership

• Direct Deposit

01

Are you at least 16 years or age?

• Yes

• No

02

Are you CPR /First Aid Certified? Preferred Note: CPR/First Aid Certification is required, and training will be provided by the City of San Marcos.

• Yes

• No

03

Will you be able to work the remainder of the program (ending August 2, 2024)?

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Agency City of San Marcos, TX

Address 630 East Hopkins

San Marcos, Texas, 78666

Phone 512-393-8060

Website http://sanmarcostx.gov/jobs