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City of Northampton Summer Jr. Recreation Leaders in Northampton, Massachusetts
Summer Jr. Recreation Leaders Location: Recreation Department, Northampton, MA 01060 Department: Recreation Job Status: Full-Time Days: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri. DEFINITION The City of Northampton is seeking Jr. Recreation Leaders for Summer Programs! Jr. Recreation Leaders assist the Recreation Leaders in monitoring, guiding and participating in the Recreation Department\'s Summer Camps\' activities. The City of Northampton Parks and Recreation Department is seeking dynamic individuals looking to make a difference in the lives of children this summer. Be a part of an extraordinary team of staff who are committed to caring and fostering relationships, creating an exciting, safe, wholesome summer camp experience for local kids this summer! Traditional full day camp fun at Camp KidZone and Camp Hamp. Safety Village is a half day camp with introductory safety and awareness themed fun. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assist with recreational activities in a summer youth camp including games, physical activities, swimming, trips, etc. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications - Must be 16 years of age or over. Youth-based experience preferred. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Moderate to heavy physical activity generally required for the position. MISC. INFORMATION (2) RECREATION JUNIOR LEADERS - SAFETY VILLAGE: \$15.60 PER HOUR (Ages 4-6) (2) RECREATION JUNIOR LEADERS - KIDZONE: \$15.60 PER HOUR (Grades 1-4) (1) RECREATION JUNIOR LEADER - CAMP HAMP: \$15.60 PER HOUR (Grades 5-6) Please put your First Choice of Program in the \"Home Address (if different)\" box on the First Page of Application. WORK SCHEDULES: The Programs start on June 24, 2024, plus 2 mandatory pre-season training days. Safety Village is 20 hours a week. Camp KidZone and Camp Hamp are full time 45 hours per week. Starting and ending dates are discussed during interviews. Monday through Friday with some variations to accommodate trips and special events. Qualified Northampton residents will be given first consideration. There are no fringe benefits and no holiday pay for July 4, 2024. This is a seasonal position as defined by the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance. \ Equal Opportunity Employer \