• To be part of an energetic and creative team 
• For a way to be part of and give back to the Bemidji community
• To spend your summer enjoying Bemidji's outdoor spaces
• For a chance to build onto and use your professional skills

Then Bemidji Parks and Recreation is the right place for you!
Recreation is looking for camp staff for the 2024 summer season! 

• May through August
• Monday to Friday
• Daytime and early Evening hours

Referral Incentive – A seasonal employee who refers a new seasonal employee willreceive $50 bonus on their final paycheck. Referral paperwork required within one week of employees start date and both employees must be employed for the entirety of the scheduled season to be eligible.
Commitment Incentive– A seasonal employee who works all sessions of camp will receive $50 bonus.
The Day Camp/Playground Leader will be responsible for the fun and safe delivery of the Day Camp/Playground program to all participants. 

• Supervision Received
  • Works under the general supervision of the Recreation Coordinator.
• Supervision Exercised
  • None.

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Be a positive role model for campers.
• Responsible for the safety of campers and providing constant supervision; including keeping children hydrated and sun-screened when outdoors.
• Organize, prep, and lead activities (games, crafts, etc.) on a daily.
• Communicate effectively between peers, supervisors, parents, children, special guests.
• Enforce behavior management techniques.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area and report any maintenance issues immediately to the Assistant Day Camp Coordinator or Recreation Coordinator.
• Interact with campers during scheduled activities including lunch and water play.
• Supervise children during swim activities; this includes swimming with them and keeping children safe and engaged in the swim activities.
• Follow safety guidelines and procedures to report all problems, concerns, criticisms, and compliments to the Assistant Day Camp Coordinator or Recreation Coordinator
• Day Camp Leaders should have the ability to maintain energy, excitement, and attention to all campers throughout the day!
• Perform other duties as requested by the Recreation Coordinator or the Parks and Recreation Director.

• Education and Experience
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED). 
  • Previous experience working with school-age children in such areas as camps, day care, scouts, sports, and/or babysitting. 
• Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Familiarity with Parks and Recreation Programs desirable.
  • The ability to adequately lead activities, observe and enforce safety regulations, and apply appropriate policies and procedures.
  • Must be able to swim. 
• Special Requirement 
  • Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certification.
  • Must possess a valid State driver's license or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment.
  • Lifeguard certification preferred (or ability to obtain one prior to camp season).

• Tools & Equipment Used
  • Required sports and safety equipment.
  • Experience working with computers and/or mobile devices.
• Physical Demands
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, hear and perform the moves necessary to accomplish instruction goals. The employee is occasionally required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may be required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work in outside weather conditions. The employee may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet but may be moderately loud when in the field.
• Selection Guidelines
  • Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview and reference check will be conducted. Job-related testing may be required.
  • The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.