Camp Supervisor - Seasonal

Salary: $18.71 Hourly Location : Janesville, WI Job Type: Seasonal Job Number: 2026.51.906.02 Department: Neighborhood & Community Services Division: Recreation Opening Date: 01/09/2026 Closing Date: Continuous FLSA: Non-Exempt Benefits Earning Potential: $0.00Objective & RelationshipsCITY OF JANESVILLE DIVERSITY STATEMENT:The residents of Janesville choose this community, not just as a place to live, but as a place to realize life's opportunities. We strive to sustain a community culture where differences are recognized, understood, and appreciated. As such, the City of Janesville recognizes the importance of developing an environment where diversity is not merely accepted but embraced and celebrated. As public servants, we believe everyone has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. To this end, we will diligently recruit and retain the most talented employees in an environment that fosters maximizing one's potential. Therefore, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to consider employment with the City of Janesville and serve the residents of "Wisconsin's Park Place". OBJECTIVE:Under general direction of the Recreation Programmer, the Camp Supervisor is responsible for providing on-site supervision for camp staff and participants in a safe manner. This person provides good communication to counselors, parents, Recreation Programmer, and the Recreation Division office. The Camp Supervisor purchases, designs, prepares, and organizes daily camp activities/lesson plans while enforcing rules/discipline plan. RELATIONSHIPS:Reports to: Recreation Programmer or Recreation Supervisor in the absence of the Recreation Programmer. Has regular work contact with appointed and elected City officials, Department, Division, and Office Heads, City employees, parents, campers, C.I.T.s, and the general public. Supervises: Head Camp Counselors (KCC only), Camp Counselors (only in absence of Head Camp Counselor-KCC only), and Counselors in Training. Kids Count Camp Supervisor: (35-50 hours per week for 11-12 weeks) Camp Tot Lot Supervisor/2-3 one-hour pop-up play in parks(15-20 hrs./week for 6-7 weeks) Must be available to work the whole duration of camp (dates given at interview)Must be available for mandatory training during May 18-June 13, 2026.Essential DutiesESSENTIAL DUTIES:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by the incumbent. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Manages and oversees camp administration and planning, organizes and conducts weekly staff meetings, prepares and distributes staff schedules while making sure they are followed, pays attention to camper registrations and records; and notifies staff, maintains attendance records, problem reports, injury reports, discipline plan tracking, and completes program evaluation reports, provides feedback to Head Camp Counselor on camp activities, organizes field trips and community trips, and assists in the planning, organization, and preparation of all camp activities. Coordinates and organizes camp activities and overall supervision by being ready for daily activities and programs, purchases supplies, keeps supplies stocked, and assists Head Camp Counselor with organizing equipment, supplies, and instructions for activities, informs Head Camp Counselor of ideas for camp schedules, coordinates with Head Camp Counselors on when and how to lead activities and/or assists with leading if needed (KCC only), leads or directs counselors to lead activities (Tot Lot), understands children's differences and needs and provides guidance to counselors and/or Head Camp Counselors (KCC only), emphasizes and models good sportsmanship, and encouraging children to participate in activities through positive reinforcement. Enforces camp force by understanding all camp and Recreation Division rules and procedures, enforcing camp rules in a prompt, fair, and consistent manner, handles major discipline or camper behavior issues, documents both minor and major issues on problem reports and reports major issues to Recreation Programmer, and familiarizes self with specific duties in the case of emergencies. Ensures camper safety by maintaining a hazard-free camp environment, Corrects or reports known safety issues immediately, implements changes to activities or procedures if needed, provides proper first aid and emergency care as needed and determines if further action is needed, reports major issues to Recreation Programmer, and serves as a positive role model to the participants. Communicates effectively with the Recreation Programmer, Head Camp Counselors (KCC only), camp counselors, C.I.T.s, campers, and parents, answers parent complaints and inquiries and contacts parents to report behavior and injury as necessary, reports and documents major camp issues immediately, remains alert, courteous, professional, and tactful in voice and body, making requests and issues orders in a courteous, respectful, and mature manner, ensures customer satisfaction, and serves as a liaison to Recreation Programmer and Recreation Division office. Supervises Head Camp Counselors (KCC only), Camp Counselors (Tot Lot), and C.I.T.s by assigning staff to various shifts, daily responsibilities, job duties, and activities in charge of, motivating staff to provide a fun-filled and safe environment for all participants, ensuring timecards are accurately filled out by staff and turned in, monitors and documents staff and C.I.T. behavior and corrects known issues, reports staff and C.I.T. behavior issues requiring discipline to Recreation Programmer and handles disciple as assigned by Recreation Programmer, assists with staff and C.I.T. evaluations. Assists with maintenance and general care of facility and equipment by keeping storage area clean and organized, maintains a clean pavilion/camp atmosphere, makes Recreation Programmer aware of any facility damages, understands opening and closing procedures, Responsible for end of season equipment inventory and turns into the Recreation Programmer. Reports any issues to the Recreation Programmer. Other duties as assigned or required. Follows all safety regulations, policies, and procedures; reports all unsafe conditions and acts to supervisor; reports all accidents to the supervisor immediately whenever possible; follows recognized safe work practices. Performs other special projects and other job duties as assigned or required during regular and non-business hours. Minimum Position Requirements/QualificationsMINIMUM EDUCATION AND PRIOR EXPERIENCEThe requirements listed below are not necessary to perform the essential duties of the position. Must be 18 years of age or older. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's/associate/master's degree (or pursuing) in Education, Recreation Management, or related field is required. A minimum of 2 years of experience in camp or classroom experience is required. A minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience is required. Current Child and Adult CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications or willing to obtain. A valid state-issued driver's license at time of hire isrequired OTHER QUALIFICATIONSThe qualifications listed below are preferred, but not required to perform the essential duties of the position. The absence of these qualifications on a candidate's application does not preclude them from consideration. Experience in a camp or classroom setting and supervisory experience required. COMPETENCIESFor successful performance in this position, the incumbent must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors. Knowledge:Thorough knowledge of camp and/or camp supervision and child behavior required. Skills: Organizational and time management skills to prioritize duties and accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority. Exceptional communication skills, both verbally and in writing, paired with a strong customer service background, and effective interpersonal skills. Collaboration skills to effectively work with others to achieve common goals through communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Critical thinking skills to effectively analyze situations and solve complex or technical problems in a timely manner. Accurate record-keeping and data-reporting skills to prepare and present standard reports. Intermediate level of technical proficiency skills, including computer applications and software such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat. Communication, working with children, and re-directing inappropriate behavior. Abilities: Ability to compose routine correspondence and routine reports in a clear, concise, logical, and effective manner, utilizing proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, and tone. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and to compute percentages. Ability to effectively make presentations to small and large groups of individuals, manage public-speaking obligations, and successfully communicate with the general public. Ability to make decisions according to applicable laws, regulations, established procedures, and the directives of the City Manager and City Council. Ability to be responsible, mature, enthusiastic, creative, energetic, highly organized, motivated, dependable, and interested in working with youth. Ability to follow City/Department/Division policies, work independently, react quickly, calmly, and appropriately in emergency situations, and make sound decisions. Ability to maintain discipline. Ability to work morning and day hours during the week. Ability to attend trainings. Ability to work with minimal supervision and within the boundaries of responsibility. Ability to maintain a positive behavior and professional demeanor; address resident and customer concerns in a helpful, courteous manner. Ability to interact with a diverse group of individuals. Ability to drive a 12-passenger City vehicle to transport campers and supplies as needed. Ability to comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures, and report all unsafe activities or conditions to supervisor. Ability to maintain a valid, state-issued driver's license. Behaviors: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Division, and Office heads, City employees, parents, campers, C.I.T.s, and the general public. Exhibit exceptional professionalism, tact, and decorum in all areas of work duties. Strong ethics base built upon integrity, honesty, initiative, and respect; maintain strict confidentiality. Interact positively with a diverse group of individuals, and work effectively both as part of a team and independently. Embrace and actively promote an inclusive and equitable work environment. Conduct all business and working relationships in an accurate, fair, equitable and highly ethical manner. Work with the public in a fair and consistent manner, maintaining objectivity and excluding personal bias while performing job duties. Reliable, timely, and proactive in the completion of duties, meeting deadlines and responding to inquiries. Work with others in a positive and supportive manner to solve problems, generate ideas, and accomplish division and City goals.Supplemental InformationEQUIPMENT, INSTRUMENTS AND MACHINES:Machinery and equipment, including personal computer, printer, telephones, copier, scanner, 10-key calculator, various sports equipment and supplies for activities, a 12-passenger van, and other standardized or specialized office equipment. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL FACTORS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an outdoor, hands-on environment. An individual in this position is frequently involved in physical work and physically interacting with kids for long periods of time each day, which requires the physical ability to lead and participate in camp activities which include, but are not limited to, swimming, fishing, biking, walking, hiking, crafts, sports, physical games, and activities for the majority of the time. This position frequently walks, stands, stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls, working in narrow and/or confining spaces, and exerts up to 50 pounds of force by lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling objects. The employee is frequently required to see/observe all sections of an assigned zone of responsibility, talk/speak, and listen/hear; use their hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects and equipment; repetitive arm, wrist, hand, and eye movements are included. There is frequent twisting of waist/shoulders/legs, lying on stomach or back, reaching, semi-reach to full-reach overhead, wrist turning, and grasping. The employee may be required to climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to perform essential program support to camp activities and programs and to operate various pieces of equipment. Employee is required to use cognitive ability to reason, analyze, and verbalize thoughts and ideas. Requires the ability to recognize and identify similarities or differences between characteristics of colors, shapes, and sounds associated with job-related objects, materials or tasks. The employee will be exposed to outside weather conditions, including extreme heat. The employee may work near moving mechanical parts in precarious places; and is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic, or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The working conditions in the outdoor environment are dirty, dusty, traverse hilly, and uneven terrain. The noise level in the outdoor environment is generally moderately to high noisy. A regular, Monday - Friday, 35-50-hour work schedule for 11-12 weeks for Kids Count Camp Supervisor and 15-20-hour work schedule for 6-7 weeks for Camp Tot Lot Supervisor is required for this position. Attendance at day, night, and weekend mandatory trainings and special events may be required. Remote work opportunities during training weeks and to prep camp crafts/activities afterhours may be considered for this position. DISCLAIMERThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position, or is responsive to the needs of the City of Janesville. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The City of Janesville, Wisconsin is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. No benefits available for seasonal positions.