Summer Camp Counselors - Seasonal

Summer Camp Counselors

• Seasonal Salary: $16.75 - $17.25 Hourly
• Location: Montgomery County, MD
• Job Type: Seasonal
• Job Number: SCC.MC26
• Department: MC Parks Division Enterprise Division
• Opening Date: 03/04/2026
• Closing Date: Continuous

Description

Do you enjoy engaging and helping children learn and grow? Are you creative and enjoy being in an outside setting during the summer?

Montgomery County Parks, Enterprise Division, is currently seeking dynamic, energetic, and fun Camp Counselors and Senior Counselors to work with children and teens ages 6-14 years old at several different locations throughout Montgomery County.

Examples of Important Duties OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE:

Summer Camp Counselor - (Starting at $16.75/hour) Camp counselors are responsible for working with children and provide additional support throughout the camp sessions. Supervise daily activities of participants, enforcing rules and Youth Camp Standards. Other responsibilities could include skating, playing tennis or other team sports (based on the facility), set up and clean before and after camp days, leading or assisting with games and activities, preparing craft, activity materials and accompany campers on hikes and outside activities. Administer CPR/First Aid when required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 18.
• High school diploma and at least one (1) year of experience working with youth.

Summer Camp Senior Counselor - (Starting at $17.25/hour) Camp senior counselors are responsible for assisting the Camp Director with planning a comprehensive program or schedule for the day camp. Work with participants and provide additional support throughout the camp sessions. Supervise daily activities of participants, enforcing rules and Youth Camp Standards. Other responsibilities could include skating, playing tennis or other team sports (based on the facility), set up and clean before and after camp days, leading or assisting with games and activities, preparing craft, activity materials and accompany campers on hikes and outside activities. Administer CPR/First Aid when required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum age of 18.
• One (1) year of college and at least one (1) year of experience working with youth or two (2) years equivalent.

Supplemental Information

• May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
• All selected candidates are required to attend a one-day Youth Camp Standards training session.
• All selected candidates must display excellent customer service skills.
• Positions require First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications (training classes available).
• Candidates must attend in-house orientation.
• These positions are seasonal (part-time) and do not include benefits.
• Hourly wages are based on experience and qualifications.
• A complete background and Child Protective Services investigation will be completed prior to hire.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1). M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.

THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION 2026 BENEFIT SUMMARY FOR SEASONAL INTERMITTENT EMPLOYEES

The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.

Limited Benefits for Seasonal Employees

Health Insurance Plans You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.

If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.

Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.

Medical

• Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan
• UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)
• Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Sick Leave Benefits

This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.

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Application Questions

01 Which location are you interested in working?

• Cabin John Ice Rink
• Wheaton Tennis Center
• Pauline Betz Addie Tennis Center (Cabin John)
• South Germantown Driving Range
• Wheaton Sports Pavilion

02 Do you have knowledge of the following? (must provide current proof of training)

• First Aid
• CPR
• AED

03 Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission

Address 7833 Walker Drive Suite 425 Greenbelt, Maryland, 20770

Websitehttps://www.mncppc.org/jobs