Assistant Campus Recreation Director jobs in Madison, WI

Middle School on the Move Assistant Director - Summer 2024

MSCR or Madison School & Community Recreation is Madison’s public recreation provider. We offer everything you would find in your typical community rec department in an accessible, inclusive setting. Programs include swimming, arts & enrichment, adult & 50 fitness, sport leagues, outdoor pursuits and more. As a department of the Madison Metropolitan School District(MMSD), we also provide afterschool and summer programming in Madison elementary, middle and high schools.

Program Description:

Middle School on The Move is an inclusive camp for all. Weekly themes for activities allow campers to choose the sessions that match their interests. Activities related to the week’s theme include afternoon recreational field trips like swimming, paddling, rope courses and visiting local parks.

Job Description & Duties:

Come spend an awesome summer outside with Middle School On The Move! The Middle School On The Move Assistant Director is responsible for assisting in the overall supervision and management of the camp. Duties will include staff supervision, evaluation of staff, enforcing camp rules and policies, communicating with parents, creating a positive and safe environment for campers, and emergency management. Additionally the Assistant Director is responsible for shopping within a budget for camp supplies and assisting in running camp activities. Paid professional development and training are provided to help build your skills. Opportunities to continue employment into Fall. Come join us!

Start Date: 5/13/2024

Program Dates:

May 13- Jun 7, 2024: Seasonal Director Training (20-40 hrs/week)
June 10-14, 2024: Staff training week (40 hrs)
June 17-Aug 9, 2024
August 12-14, 2024: Mandatory end of the summer clean up day

Work Location: Hamilton Middle School or O'Keeffe Middle School

Hours/week: 40 hours per week.

Work hours: 8:30am-4:30pm

Application Deadline: 3/31/2024

Payrate: 17.00 - 17.00 /hour

Minimum Qualifications:

• Supervising, coaching and managing staff.
• Training staff and program development.
• Developing a fun and safe camp culture for staff and campers.
• Maintaining a positive attitude throughout the summer.
• Using creative problem solving skills.
• Keeping camp buildings organized and the property tidy.
• Communicating any property issues with the field supervisor.
• Working in resident/day camps.
• Perform independently and within a team.
• First Aid/CPR Certified or willing to get certified.
• Must have a vehicle or access to a vehicle on a daily basis.
• Training and experience in teaching outdoor activities to children.
• Training and experience in waterfront activities.
• Previous experience working with middle school aged children in an outdoor setting.
• Strong logistic and organizational skills.
• Previous experience with supervising, evaluating, and coaching employees.
• Ability to respond quickly and efficiently in an emergency to ensure camper safety.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience multi-tasking many different priorities at once.
• Experience communicating in a professional manner with families, staff, youth, supervisors, and community members.
• Experience mediating conversations between staff members.
• Two or more seasons working in outdoor day or residential camps or an equivalent experience.

Other Information:

Applicants must be available to attend training and meetings beginning May 13th. Some training takes place in the evenings. Applicants must be able to work until the end of the camp season.

For more information, contact Fred Martinez at fmartinez2@madison.k12.wi.us