TOWN OF APEX
invites applications for the position of:
LSE Lead Camp Counselor

Hourly Rate: $15.50/hour
Open Until Filled: Open until filled, position may close without notice.
SCHEDULE: Positions are scheduled during the hours of 8:30am – 2:30pm Monday thru Friday; 7 non-consecutive weeks during the fall and spring. Prepares, leads and actively participates in arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor team sports activities, group games and /or other activities. This position is part-time and does not qualify for benefits. Track Out Camp will be located at the John M. Brown Community Center.

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):
In this position, you will serve as a Co-Lead Camp Counselor for our Fun Days Track Out camp serving school ages participants in a recreational setting. Track Out Camp runs Monday – Friday from 9am – 2pm for 7 non-consecutive weeks during the fall and spring. You will be responsible for greeting parents and campers, providing excellent customer service, oversee and actively participate with groups during passive/active games, arts and crafts, clinics, science and nature, and more.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 
  Tracks and maintains camp supply inventory and makes supply order requests as needed.
• Responsible for submitting staff timesheets to Recreation Program Supervisor.
• Responsible for submitting staff and activity schedules to Recreation Program Supervisor.
• Actively leads participants in recreation and leisure activities.
• Maintains clean work and play areas.
• Serves snack/meals to participants.
• Monitors campers who have special medical needs.
• Administers first aid and properly documents each incident.
• Identifies unsafe situations and work hazards, corrects them if possible and reports them to their supervisor.
• Enforces camp rules; documents incidents if needed.
• Carries out job duties in a safe manner in accordance with all Town policies; follows safety procedures.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Reports directly to Recreation Program Supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Town and department policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• General Town 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.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Possess good customer service skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 
  Must be 17 years or older at the time of employment.
• 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 in a camp setting.

For more information contact Elizabeth Shoaf, Recreation Program Supervisor, at (919) 249-3369 or elizabeth.shoaf@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.