What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Day Camp and Youth Sport Staff position at City of Pewaukee?
Are you interested in spending your summer outside creating a safe, supportive, active, engaged, inclusive and fun environment for children? Would you like to spend the summer having fun while building relationships with children and fellow staff? If so, the City of Pewaukee's Park and Recreation Department has the job for you! We are hiring seasonal recreation staff for our summer camp and youth sports programs. Make a difference in the lives of our program participants and be a role model while gaining valuable job experience!
| Position | Starting Hourly Wage | Schedule | Example of Job Duties |
| Day Camp Counselor 1 Must be 15 or older by June 1, 2026. | $10.50-$12.00 | Dates: June 8-August 7 Camp Hours: Monday-Friday, daytime hours (40 hours per week max) | Lead and participate in daily recreational games and activities for ages 5-14. Ensure camper's safety on field trips and excursions. |
| Day Camp Counselor 2 Must be 18 or older by June 1, 2026. One year of college or 2 years of experience working with youth in a recreational setting. | $13.00- $14.00 | Dates: June 8-August 7 Camp Hours: Monday-Friday, daytime hours (40 hours per week max) | Lead and participate in daily recreational games and activities for ages 5-14. Ensure camper's safety on field trips and excursions. |
| Day Camp Lifeguard/Counselor Must be 16 or older by June 1, 2026. Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification. 1 years of experience lifeguarding-waterfront preferred. | $16.00 | Dates: June 8-August 7 Camp Hours: Monday-Friday, daytime hours (40 hours per week max) | Lead and participate in daily recreational games and activities for ages 5-12. Ensure camper's safety on beach days, field trips and excursions. |
| Day Camp Head Counselor Must be 18 or older by June 1, 2026. One year of college or 2 years of leadership experience working with youth in a recreational setting. | $16.00- $18.00 | Dates: June 8-August 7 Camp Hours: Monday-Friday, daytime hours (40 hours per week max) | Prepare and implement daily activities for children ages 5-12. Supervise and empower camp counselors and provide necessary support as needed to reach program goals. Lead in communication with families and address parent concerns in a timely manner. |
| Junior Leadership Head Counselor Must be 18 or older by June 1, 2026. One year of college or 2 years of leadership experience working with adolescents in a recreational setting. | $16.00- $18.00 | Dates: June 8-August 7 Camp Hours: Monday-Friday, daytime hours (40 hours per week max) | Prepare and implement daily activities for children ages 12-14. Supervise and empower camp counselors and provide necessary support as needed to reach program goals. Assist in developing leadership-skills curriculum to implement at camp. |
| Day Camp Site Coordinator Must be 18 or older by June 1, 2026. One year of college and 2 years of leadership experience working with youth in a recreational setting | $18.00-$20.00 | Dates: June 8-August 7 Camp Hours: Monday-Friday, daytime hours (40 hours per week max) | Oversee the preparation and implementation of daily activities for children 6-12. Create staff schedules and ensure coverage is appropriate for the number of camp positions. Mentor and evaluate staff performance determining areas of growth for goal setting. Handle participant behavioral issues by discussing with parents and staff by enforcing the department's Behavioral Management Policy. |
| Youth Sports Coach Must be 15 or older by June 1, 2026. Baseball & Soccer | $13.00 | Dates: June 8-August 7 Schedule: Monday-Thursday, evenings | Lead and participate in provided sports lesson plans, instructional practices, and scrimmages. Ensure athlete's physical and emotional safety through the learning process. |
| Youth Sports Coordinator Must be 18 or older by June 1, 2026. | $16.00 | Dates: June 8-August 7 Schedule: Monday-Thursday, evenings | Supervise and empower youth sports coaches and provide necessary support as needed to reach program goals. Lead and participate in provided sports lesson plans, instructional practices, and scrimmages. Ensure athlete's physical and emotional safety through the learning process. |
All employees are required to pass a criminal background check. Employees under age 16 will require a work-permit (completed online).
The City of Pewaukee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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