Youth Camp Leader
City of Boise
Youth Camp Leader
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Youth Camp Leader
Salary
$15.00 Hourly
Location
Boise, ID
Job Type
Temporary - Up to 19 Hours
Job Number
23 -07033
Department
Parks & Recreation
Division
FBCC Operations
Opening Date
02/04/2025
Closing Date
8/4/2025 12:00 PM Mountain
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Summary Statement
From art to drama, dance classes to fitness programs, nature tours or special events, toddlers to adults, Boise Parks and Recreation has a n affordable class , community program, or activity for everyone .
Youth Camp Leader:
+ In a youth camp setting during the summer season, instructs and facilitates youth in various indoor/outdoor recreational activities such as hiking, orienteering, fishing, biking, canoeing/rafting, dance, arts and crafts, environmental education, teamwork/leadership activities, etc.
+ The majority of activity takes place outdoors in municipal parks in warm weather conditions.
+ Must be 18 years of age or older.
+ This position is designated as At-Will.
Essential Functions
Instructs and supervises youths ages 4-17 in recreational/educational activities in and around Boise. Works with Youth/Teen Camp Supervisor and administrative staff on program development and implementation. Responsible for the well-being of participants while taking part in scheduled activities. Identifies concerns or issues involving camps or participants and brings to the attention of supervisor.
Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
Requirements
Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training
+ Certification or demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the specific camp discipline/activity.
+ Ability to deal with individuals in a friendly and tactful manner;
+ work varied hours including evenings and weekends;
+ display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of city employees, the general public, and other organizations;
+ communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance;
+ complete assignments in a timely fashion;
+ understand and comply with all rules, policies, and regulations;
+ maintain prompt and regular attendance;
+ perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor, and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training
+ 2 years experience working with youths from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
+ Certified in First Aid and CPR.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:
City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation Drug Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety- sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post-Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hire. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.
This position has responsibilities that require the person to work with minors or individuals with disabilities.
Working Conditions
The physical effort characteristics and working environment 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.
Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds. Also, the employee is occasionally pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb, and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.
Working Environment
The work environment will include outdoor weather conditions. Work includes protected exposure to bodily fluids.
This position works: varying hours depending on camp times
Top talent deserves top-notch benefits. The City is among the best in the Treasure Valley when it comes to the benefits and perks we offer our employees.
Most positions are eligible for the general benefits listed here; firefighters, police officers, senior managers, command staff, and directors may be offered other benefit plans.
Healthcare:
+ ZERO premium medical coverage option for you and your family
+ Low-cost dental and vision options.
+ Post-employment health savings account.
Retirement and Investment Plans:
+ PERSI retirement benefits
+ 401(k) or 457b pre-tax investment options with employer match.
+ 457b Roth after-tax investment options with no match
WellBeing Program:
+ Up to $500 cash per year for participants.
+ Alternative transportation incentives.
Paid Leave – City employees receive generous paid leave:
+ 10 hours of vacation per month, and this increases the longer you stay with the City
+ 12 paid holidays every year
+ 8 hours of sick leave per month
+ 10 weeks Parental Leave
Life & Long Term Disability:
+ Basic Life insurance at no cost to you
+ Long Term Disability insurance at no cost to you
Other optional benefits:
+ Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
+ Supplemental Life Insurance
+ Supplemental Disability Insurance
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ Free local bus pass
+ Corporate discount programs
+ AFLAC
+ Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal issues.
Please visit our website for further details mybenefits.cityofboise.org
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