Seasonal position available with the Parks Department, Community Services Division, located at 4600 E 63rd St.
Salary Range: $20.48-$30.71/hour
Normal Work Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, hours vary.
Application Deadline Date: June 3, 2024.
Responsibilities
- Oversees the development, promotion, and implementation of a diversified camp curriculum for all ages and abilities in accordance with community needs; evaluates program effectiveness; recommends changes and implements management decisions.
- Oversees the activities of staff and volunteers; plans, assigns, trains, directs, and monitors staff duties; provides input to supervisor for employee performance evaluations.
- Serves as a liaison and resource for community agencies and other organizations; performs community outreach to promote Outdoor Adventure Camp programs and stimulate interest in summer camp and department offerings.
- Assists supervisor with program budget development and management.
- Performs administrative tasks, such as attending and scheduling meetings, preparing reports, monitoring expenditures, and maintaining records.
- Assists in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and staff training for program areas.
- Receives and responds to questions and concerns from registered participants and guardians; identifies issues and resolves problems or refers to supervisor as appropriate.
- Performs routine facility maintenance and logistics, including but not limited to, the setup and tear down of tables, chairs, equipment, and supplies.
- Responsible for custodial, event, class, program field, and facility logistics at Camp Lake of the Woods.
- Provides communication and written documentation regarding all recreation program areas and facility activities, including, but not limited to, damages, problems, needs, issues, and compliance with rental agreements, policies, and procedures.
- Responsible for monitoring and inspecting facilities, supplies, and equipment for safety and security.
- Monitors inventory, submits supply order requests, and maintains purchase records within authorized budget.
- Reviews records and files to ensure proper accounting and documentation consistent with City policies and procedures.
- Maintains records and completes required reports.
- Works collaboratively with internal and external customers.
- Assists with Department special events as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
REQUIRES an accredited Bachelor's degree in recreation, physical education, public administration or other related area of specialization; OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience. Must pass a preemployment drug screen as prescribed by the City.
Other Information
URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.
In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.
Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.
If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.
The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our
EEO Policy The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to
accommodations@kcmo.org .
If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions.
(DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211). 
