YOUTH PROGRAMS CAMP LEADERSHIP- TEMP

YOUTH PROGRAMS CAMP LEADERSHIP- TEMP

Salary

$19.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Location

Cary, NC

Job Type

Temporary, Part-Time

Job Number

27-02639

Department

Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources

Division

PRCR COMMUNITY CENTERS

Opening Date

07/24/2026

Closing Date

8/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Cary Youth Programs is seeking energetic, creative, and top-quality individuals at least 18 years of age who are enthusiastic about working with elementary-aged children or teens to serve as the Youth Programs Assistant Camp Lead or Camp Lead.

The Assistant Camp Lead and Camp Lead will both play a vital role in the development and implementation of diverse indoor and outdoor recreation programs for Cary's Youth Programs. General responsibilities include the planning, organization, and supervision of various athletic, cultural, and recreation activities, opening and closing the facilities, and leading athletic and cultural activities.

The Youth Program Leadership staff will work varying hours within the program's running time from 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. No evening or weekend hours will be required.

This is a part-time, non-benefited, year-round position, up to 20 hours a week, with a maximum of 999 hours per year.

This recruitment will be used to fill two vacancies, the Youth Programs Assistant Camp Lead, and the Youth Programs Camp Lead. Applicants may apply for and may be considered for both positions, depending on qualifications.

Please Note: Anticipated Starting Rate for Assistant Camp Lead is $19.00/hr and Anticipated Starting Rate for Camp Lead is $20.00/hr depending upon qualifications and staff position.

Typical Tasks

Assistant Camp Lead Typical Tasks

• Ensure strong communication with parents on schedule changes, concerns, and disciplinary issues.
• Prepare, organize, and supervise facilitation of program activities, and develop and implement programs for diverse groups.
• Assist with program development and adherence to standards, coordinating space and resources for developmentally appropriate activities.
• Monitor and supervise various activities in multiple spaces simultaneously, providing behavior management and adjusting as needed to mitigate issues.
• Complete write-ups and escalate problems to the Camp Lead and supervisor as needed.
• Assist with leading and supervising part-time staff, including training, assigning, provide real time feedback, supervising, and evaluating part-time staff and volunteers.
• Conduct administrative tasks such as creating and drafting reports, staff schedules, maintaining supply inventory, entering attendance, and documenting and submitting incident and accident reports.
• Ensure participants and patrons have exemplary customer service experience, assisting with personal care, mobility, communication, and other basic needs.
• Ensure camp guidelines and policies are followed.
• Mediate camper disciplinary issues and complete necessary paperwork, communicating with supervisor and full-time inclusion staff about any needs.
• Ability to drive a town 15-passenger vehicle or smaller.
• Serve in the absence of the Camp Lead.
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned.

In Addition to Assistant Lead Tasks, the Camp Lead Will Also:

• Lead in the development and implementation of programs to cultivate an inclusive and values driven One Cary staff culture.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the camp.
• Lead and supervise part-time staff, including training, assigning, supervising, and evaluating part-time staff and volunteers.
• Coach staff, and complete staff evaluations.
• Supervise the Assistant Camp Leads.
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of behavior management strategies and techniques.
• General knowledge of community awareness and dynamics.
• General knowledge of basic office equipment.
• Ability to remain organized, multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to stay engaged, demonstrate, and lead active and passive activities.
• Ability to plan relevant programming.
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and the public verbally and in writing.
• Ability to plan and coordinate recreational activities and events while maintaining a close attention to detail.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Education and Experience

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Requires a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma/GED.

Requires a First Aid/CPR Certification, or the ability to obtain one with supplied training in the first six months.

Preference for the Assistant Camp Lead position will be given to candidates who possess the following:

• Some experience working in a camp setting or working with children in a group setting.
• Some experience either leading, teaching or mentoring children, teens, or adults.

Preference for the Camp Lead position will be given to candidates who possess the following:

• Some experience working in a camp setting or working with children in a group setting.
• Some experience either leading, teaching or mentoring children, teens, or adults.
• Those who demonstrate strong leadership skills and a proven ability to inspire and guide teams effectively.

Physical Requirements

Work in this class requires the ability to be physically active and to stand for long periods of time. Work requires the employee to be able to work outdoors in challenging conditions, such as heat and humidity. An employee must be able to hear and talk in order to communicate with the public and with groups under instruction. An employee must be able to climb, walk unassisted and move about freely. Visual acuity is needed to read typewritten and handwritten materials and to view a computer terminal.

Conditions of Employment

Requires drug testing and background check (which may include criminal history check, SBI fingerprinting, motor vehicle records check, education verification and credit history review) and satisfactory reference checks prior to employment.

Requires possession of a valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.

Cary ensures equal employment opportunities (EEO) are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern Employees

Cary employs temporary and seasonal employees and interns who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. Employees hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, are not eligible for the Town of Carys full-time employee benefits package.

01

Please select which position you are applying for and qualified to perform. You may apply for both but will be asked to give your qualifications for each.

• Camp Lead
• Assistant Camp Lead

02

Are you at least 18 years of age and have a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma/GED?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have experience leading, teaching or mentoring children, teens, or adults?

• Yes
• No

05

If you answered yes to question #4, please describe your experience leading, teaching, or mentoring children, teens, or adults. Please enter N/A if you do not have this experience.

06

What qualities do you think make up a strong leader?

07

What excites you the most about this role and how does working for Carys Youth Programs fit with what you are looking for?

Required Question

Employer Town of Cary

Address 316 N. Academy Street, Human Resources

Cary, North Carolina, 27513

Phone 919-469-4070

Website http://www.carync.gov