JOBS

The Elmhurst Park District is gearing up for summer. They have seasonal job opportunity for Turf & Surf Camp Director. Camp staff will need to be in attendance for training May 26-29. Join a team dedicated to creating a safe, engaging, and fun environment for campers ages 10-14. Gear up for the best on-the-road biking camp around. As part of the camp team, you’ll spend your mornings leading campers on bike rides to local destinations for fun field trips and outdoor adventures. After lunch, you’ll bike with the group to the pool for an afternoon swim before returning for dismissal at 3 p.m.
As Camp Director, camp counselors and program participants will look to you for the planning, supervision, and instruction of the daily operations of Turf & Surf camp, serving ages 10-14.
Starting pay for this position is $19.00 an hour. They offer perks such as free individual pool pass and Courts Plus membership; free batting cages at The Hub (employee only); 20% off food purchases at The Hub concession stand; employee social activities; Values Recognition Program; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); and Credit Union (Central Credit Union of Illinois).
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Planning out and leading routes to daily field trips from Mary E. Kies Recreation Center to field trip locations while keeping safety in mind.
• Supervise and instruct camp participants.
• Engage with children in various recreational and camp activities by developing & preparing games and crafts and setting up/taking down equipment.