Summer Voyagers Assistant Camp Director

2 days ago

Evanston, Illinois, United States City of Evanston, IL Full time

JobID: 1292

Position Type:

Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal

Date Posted:

12/8/2025

Location:

Gibbs-Morrison Cultural Center

Title: Summer Voyagers Assistant Camp Director

Position Type: Parks, Recreation & Community Services - Seasonal

Date Posted: 12/8/25

Location: Gibbs-Morrison Center

Rate: Starting at $18.75/ hour

Schedule:

Hours are 9am-5pm Monday through Friday, from June 1-August 12, 2026. Camp dates are June 8-August 9,

Description:

Responsible for the supervision and safety of children ages 8-13 and the basic instruction; including assisting in the planning and leading of sports and enrichment activities and games to these children. Responsible for the supervision of counselors. Responsible for assisting the Camp Director in communication with the Program Coordinator concerning these individuals.

Job Summary:

  • Attend mandatory staff training sessions
  • Assist in planning and instructing program activities and games for camp participants relating to camp theme
  • Responsible for the safety of individuals in camp
  • Assist in supervising and leading participants in daily camp activities
  • Assist in the management and evaluation of counselors
  • Assist in the management and evaluation of volunteers
  • Assist in the management and evaluation of assistant counselors
  • Responsible for assisting in effective and appropriate communication to caregivers regarding participant progress and behavior within program setting
  • Attend staff meetings as scheduled by Program Coordinator
  • Enforce late pick up policy and ensure all participants are properly dismissed to caregiver
  • Responsible for care and maintenance of camp equipment and storage areas
  • Assist in completing written reports such as accident, incident on a timely basis
  • Responsible for assisting in maintenance of all camp paperwork.
  • Communicate to supervisor(s) if there are problems or issues needing special attention.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Program Coordinator & Camp Director

Qualifications:

  • Experience working with children
  • At least 1 year experience working in a camp setting
  • High school diploma or GED
  • First Aid/CPR certified or able to obtain prior to start date
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions
  • Ability to read staff manuals, memos, and attendance sheets

  • Ability to complete attendance sheets, accident reports, incident reports and camper behavior reports using prescribed format

  • Ability to give verbal direction to subordinates, communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, citizens, and the public as well as other employees

  • Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work.

Application Procedure:

To apply for this position, please apply online at on or before the closing date.

Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position. Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person's race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact Human Resources at voice) or TTY)

Last updated 11/19/2025

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