Overview:

We're hiring! We're looking for two outdoor oriented individuals to join our Summer Camp Crew this year! You'll have the opportunity to co-plan and lead all sorts of camp activities over the summer. Great position for new grads or current students persuing Education and/or Outdoor Education!

Application Package Instructions: Please download our official application via the City’s website at: https://www.coawi.org/Jobs.aspx and email the completed application package to shudson@coawi.org . Hard copies are also welcome to be mailed to: City of Ashland Parks and Recreation 601 Main Street West, ATTN: Sara Hudson, Ashland, WI 54806. Only full application packages with be considered.

Application Package Requirements:

1. Cover Letter

2. Resume

3. Official City of Ashland Application

CITY OF ASHLAND PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT POSITION DESCRIPTION GENERAL PURPOSE:

Under the general supervision of the Park & Recreation Director, this position is responsible for working with Ashland Parks and Recreation Staff to plan, organize, promote, and implement of a variety of adult and youth summer recreation programs, activities, and special events for the Parks and Recreation Department. Responsibilities include creation and implementation of recreation programs including summer day camps, marketing of programs/special events, and assistance with general office procedures. Work will be performed in accordance with established goals and objectives and is reviewed through the observation of results.

Knowledge and Experience:

Develop, organize, implement, supervise and evaluate summer day camp and other recreational programs Assist the Parks and Recreation Director, Recreation Coordinator and Administrative Assistant with planning and be present at assigned special events Ability to make contacts throughout the community and other resources for assistance with programs. Ability to work independently; to prioritize tasks and organize work efficiently. Research ideas for programs. Create new programming, establish program guidelines (expenses, hours, fees, workers, etc.), finalize lesson plans, select equipment purchases, acquire necessary instructors if not self, coordinate and implement the program. Assists in coordinating and conducting program registrations, collects and deposits program fees. Assists in tracking and documenting the use of the City of Ashland facilities, parks and campground. Maintaining a level of confidentiality and discretion. Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally, in writing and on the computer. Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with staff and the public. Ability to operate various office machines, including but not limited to, copier, telephone, fax machine, and PC with Microsoft Office. Performs other duties as requested or assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education/Training:

High School Diploma is required. Interested parties should be seeking or graduated with a bachelor’s degree in recreation management, physical education, education, outdoor education, sports management, or related field preferred; or course work in recreation management, physical education, education, sports management, or two (2) years of related work experience or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.

License or Certificate:

Possession or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid driver’s license.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED OR DESIRED

Lifeguard Training – Desired CPR/First Aid/AED training - Desired

WORK SCHEDULE, COMPENSATION, AND BENEFITS

This is a seasonal position limited to 1800 hours. The current wage rate for this position is $15.00 -$19.00 per hour depending on knowledge, skills, and experience.

The City of Ashland does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age or disability in employment or provision of service, programs or activities

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Qualifications

Lifeguard Training - Desired CPR/First Aid/AED Training - Desired Possession, or ability to obtain, a valid driver's license.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Ashland, WI 54806: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person