Part-time Seasonal Summer Camp Positions - Recreation Salary $16.80 - $21.80 Hourly
Location: Gwinnett County, GA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 26-03566
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: January 12, 2026
Closing Date: March 16, 2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description: Benefits Questions Class Summary
Hiring Salary Range:(based on experience)
Camp Directors: $19.80 - $21.80/hour Inclusion Counselors: $17.80 - $19.80/hour Camp Counselors: $16.80 - $17.80/hour
Job Descriptions: Camp Directors, Inclusion Counselors, and Camp Counselors are responsible for orienting, monitoring, and leading children through the day-to-day operations of summer camp, including the setup and cleanup of equipment and supplies for camp activities. Candidates must be comfortable working outdoors, be effective communicators with children and adults, and possess the ability to transition groups of children effectively. Camp staff are required to enforce rules and regulations, ensure attendance and camp records are completed, provide first aid as needed, maintain equipment and inventory, and report/manage discipline problems, accidents, and other incidents. Specific responsibilities and minimum requirements for each position are listed below. Please note that there will be several days of MANDATORY training required of staff during the month of May 2026. These dates will be shared at time of interview.
Essential Duties: Minimum Requirements for all positions: CPR and First Aid certification is required prior to the first day of camp Previous experience working in a day camp setting or teaching children is preferred Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills Effective communicator with children and adults Ability to transition groups of children effectively
Other Job Requirements/Information (for all positions): This job requires fingerprinting: Candidates must undergo a comprehensive background check and obtain a satisfactory determination from the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning (DECAL).
Camp Directors will be responsible for: Communicating all issues with the Camp Director and Program Supervisor Developing and implementing lesson plans Leading children and counselors through the day-to-day operation of camp, including set up and clean-up of equipment and supplies for camp activities Monitoring camp staff work hours and completing and submitting time sheets Monitors attendance Orienting, monitoring and leading children in various activities Participating in staff and program evaluation Supervising and leading various activities, games, and crafts for campers Supervising camp staff, interaction with parents and paperwork completion, including weekly reports
Inclusion Counselors will be responsible for: Communicating all issues and concerns to Program Supervisor Interacting with parents and paperwork completion, including weekly reports Leading children through the day-to-day operation of camp, including set up and clean-up of equipment and supplies for camp activities Maintaining confidentiality of parents, children, and staff Maintaining equipment and inventory Orienting, monitoring and leading children in various activities Supervising and leading various activities, games, and crafts for campers Working directly with campers who have physical and/or cognitive disabilities
Camp Counselors will be responsible for: Communicating all issues with Camp Director and Program Supervisor Helping to develop and implement lesson plans Leading children through the day-to-day operation of camp, including set up and clean-up of equipment and supplies for camp activities Leading various activities, games and crafts for campers Maintaining equipment and inventory
Hourly rate: The Grade for this position is 97. Pay rate will be dependent on education and experience.
Minimum Qualifications for Camp Directors, in addition to minimum requirements for all: Must be at least 18 years old Must possess valid Georgia Driver's License College level course work in recreation, health and wellness, elementary/secondary education or similar field of study is required Must have supervisory experience Experience or formal education of techniques employed in working with special needs specifically behaviorally challenged populations preferred
Minimum Requirements for Inclusion Counselors, in addition to minimum requirements for all: Must be at least 18 years old Must possess a valid Georgia drivers license Previous experience working in a day camp setting or teaching children with special needs is preferred, or college course work in special education or related field Ability to determine accommodations and communicate adjustments with other camp staff
Minimum Requirements for Camp Counselors, in addition to minimum requirements for all: Must be at least 16 years old Physical Requirements: The work involves direct involvement with day camp participants, which typically requires bending, crouching, stooping, standing for long periods of time, considerable walking, and may require intermittent lifting of objects of a minimum of 25 pounds. The work is performed indoors and outdoors in all kinds of weather.
Other Information: The Department of Parks and Recreation provides high-quality recreational, educational, and other amenities in partnership with the Gwinnett community. It envisions a diverse, vibrant, and safe Gwinnett where residents are healthy and successful and seeks to partner with others to enhance the quality of life of families and individuals residing in Gwinnett County. The department provides programming at multiple locations across Gwinnett. For more information about this department, please click here.
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities may be requested. If you need an accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, contact Human Resources at 770.822.7915 or HREmployeeRelations@GwinnettCounty.com. This email is only for accommodation requests; for questions related to job postings, use jobs@gwinnettcounty.com.
Part-time positions are only offered medical benefits if they work over an average of 29 hours a week for at least a year.
Application Questions
How many years of experience do you have working in a day camp setting or teaching children experience? none less than 1 year 1 year to less than 2 years 2 years to less than 3 years 3 years to less than 4 years 4 years to less than 5 years 5 years to less than 6 years 6 years to less than 7 years 7 years to less than 8 years 8 years to less than 9 years 9 years to less than 10 years 10 or more years
Which positions are you applying for? Camp Director Inclusion Counselor Camp Counselor
Are you available to work the entire summer season (Depending on the site, the camp season may run from May 26 through July 31) including several mandatory training dates in May? You will be asked about additional required training dates during your interview and notified of the camp season dates for your specific site. Yes No
The Georgia Department of Labor laws regarding minors under the age of 16 require reduced work hours for these individuals. Are you under the age of 16? Yes No
Do you have a CPR certification? Yes No
Do you have a First Aid certification? Yes No
Describe any experience you have working in a day camp or similar, educational setting. If none, type N/A.
Describe any supervisory experience you may have. If none, type N/A.
Describe any previous experience working or teaching children with special needs, or college course work in special education or a related field. If none, type N/A.
Do you have experience setting up and breaking down tables and chairs? Yes No
Camp Directors ONLY: Do you have college level course work in recreation, health and wellness, elementary/secondary education or similar field of study? Yes No
Camp Directors ONLY: Do you have experience or formal education of techniques employed in working with special needs, specifically behaviorally challenged populations? Yes No
Inclusion Counselors ONLY: Do you have any previous experience working in a day camp setting or teaching children with special needs, or college course work in special education or related field? Yes No
Please indicate your location preferences below. Preference indication is not a guarantee of placement at the desired facilities. You may select more than one site. No location preference Best Friend Park Gym Bogan Park Community Recreation Center George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center Lilburn Activity Building Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center Mountain Park Activity Building Mountain Park Depot Building Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center Rhodes Jordan Park Community Recreation Center Shorty Howell Park Activity Building
If you chose multiple locations, please indicate your top 3 choices by order of preference. Example: 1. Lilburn Activity Building 2. Best Friend Park Gym 3. Shorty Howell Park Activity Building
Required Question Employer: Gwinnett County Address: 75 Langley Drive Lawrenceville, Georgia, 30046 Phone: 770.822.7915 770.822.7923 Website: http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com