TOWN OF APEX
invites applications for the position of:
SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR- P/T

Hourly Rate: $15.00/hour
Open Until Filled: Open until filled, position may close without notice.
Schedule: This position begins early June and runs through mid-August. Hours limited to 40/week and range Monday – Friday between 7am – 6pm. Track Out Camp will be located at the John M. Brown Community Center. *Please note, Camp Counselors are part-time and do not qualify for benefits.*
WHO WE ARE:
Known as "The Peak of Good Living, the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of 70,000 and was ranked in 2015 as Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 540 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff.
Apex is set apart from other nearby communities by its authentic, endearing character. Being a great place to live, work, grow, and relish life, doesn’t just happen by accident. It takes a commitment and vision by our employees to create an environment that’s so beloved by those who call it home. Though Apex signifies the highest point on the old Chatham Railroad line, today the name describes the highest quality of life to be found anywhere. Join our team and discover what The Peak of Good Living means to those works here!
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING (DESCRIPTION):
Camp Counselors make the summers fun! As a counselor, you will prepare, lead and actively participate in active/passive games, arts and crafts, food experiences, outdoor activities, science experiments and more. Camp Counselors are expected to be a role model and provide meaningful experiences for their campers. This position is supervised by the Camp Coordinators and full-time Recreation Program Specialist. This position is part-time and does not qualify for benefits. This position begins early June and runs through mid-August. Hours limited to 40/week and range Monday – Friday between 7am – 6pm.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively leads and engages participants in active/passive games, arts and crafts, food experiences, outdoor activities, science experiments, and others scheduled by the Camp Directors.
• Effectively communicates at all times with Camp Leadership team and co-counselors.
• Monitor campers, with support of full-time staff, who have medical/inclusion accommodations.
• Administer first aid.
• Documents injuries and behavior incidents alongside Camp Directors.
• Identifies unsafe situations and work hazards, corrects them if possible and reports them to their supervisor.
• Implements camp rules and maintains behavior management policies in a positive manner.
• Maintain clean work and play areas.
• Carries out job duties in a safe manner in accordance with all Town policies; follows safety procedures.
• Other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Town and department policies, procedures, safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to apply and administer first-aid and CPR.
• Ability to observe and work with large groups of children.
• Follow directions; enforce rules.
• Exhibit strong verbal, interpersonal and listening communication skills.
• Possess good customer service skills.

MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 16 years or older at the time of employment.
• Have a passion for leadership, creativity, camper engagement and fun!
• Experience working with children ages 6-11.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
• Preferred candidates will be CPR and first-aid certified and have previous experience working in a track out or summer camp setting.
• Must pass background and controlled substance screening.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work is typically performed while walking, standing, running, bending, crouching or stooping. Employee will occasionally lift light and heavy objects.

*Please note, Camp Counselors are part-time and do not qualify for benefits.*

For more information contact Megan Jones, Recreation Program Specialist, at (919) 372-7452 or megan.jones@apexnc.org.

KEEP IN MIND:
Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license checks prior to employment.

The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.