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Job Description
Description
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SUMMER CAMPS!
Our Mission
The City of Palo Alto is recruiting for seasonal Summer Camp Coordinators for the 2025 Summer Camp programs. The goal of the Community Services Department is to offer recreation programs that provide a range of activities to meet all the needs of the community and to sustain a positive quality of life!
The Position
Under general supervision of the Youth and Teen Services Coordinator, the Camp Coordinator provides direction and supervision to all Site and Assistant Site Directors, Camp Counselors, and Counselors in Training (CITs) to ensure that the City Of Palo Alto guidelines, safety policies and procedures are being followed in Camp Palo Alto, Foothills Camps, Teen Week Out Camps, and Pre and Post Camps. Camp Coordinator will supervise, manage, and support camp staff during the summer season while working to ensure a fun and safe space for campers and camp staff.
This is an SEIU Hourly (limited-benefits) position that is budgeted to not exceed 1,000 hours per fiscal year. The number of hours per week and schedule will be determined based on assignment. In lieu of providing a medical plan, the City grants a medical stipend of $3.80 per hour in paid status.
This position is mainly during Summer and the weeks leading up to it.
Duties:- Lead, supervise, mentor, and evaluate Camp Site and Assistant Site Directors in their performance.
- Create, implement and lead a variety of non-competitive activities such as arts and crafts, games, hikes, field trips, and possible overnight activities.
- Create and enforce rules and staff expectations.
- Collect and make weekly purchase requests for staff equipment and supply.
- Ensure camp operations are running smoothly by remaining in contact with camp staff.
- Work with camp families to answer any questions and resolve any issues.
- Maintain camp attendance and enrollment data.
- Lead in creation and implementation of Back to Camp Night for parents.
- Lead in creation and implementation of In-Service Staff training.
- Lead in all training and staff meetings.
- Lead, supervise, mentor, and evaluate Camp Site and Assistant Site Directors in their performance.
- Work well with a diverse population of staff children in a variety of activities and situations.
- Responsible for assuring the program meets the needs of the participants and CITs.
- Understand and be prepared to activate Emergency Action Plans; perform First Aid and CPR as necessary.
- Lead staff meetings.
- Maintain a high level of communication with parents, Camp Counselors, Recreation Supervisor, and the general public.
- Display a high level of motivation, integrity, customer service, and professionalism.
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
Job Prerequisites- Must commit to entire program dates, including in-service training and camp wrap-up.
- Must attend Directors In-Service Training.
- Test negative for Tuberculosis.
- Pass fingerprint background check.
- Experience in leadership roles in summer camp and/or youth programs.
Supplemental Information
Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday.
The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
City of Palo Alto offers the following benefits to those in a SEIU Hourly position:
Medical Stipend
$3.80 effective the pay period including July 1, 2024.
Sick Leave
Earn .03 hour of sick leave for each hour worked.
Retirement
City of Palo Alto PST (Part-time, Seasonal & Temporary Employees) Retirement Plan
Please note: The City does not participate in CA State Disability Insurance (SDI) or Social Security.
Closing Date/Time: 3/21/2025 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Palo Alto
Show morePalo Alto is located about 35 miles south of San Francisco; and 14 miles north of San Jose. Palo Alto, known as the “Birthplace of Silicon Valley” and global center of technology and innovation, is the corporate headquarters for many world-class companies and research facilities such as VMWare, Hewlett-Packard, IDEO, Tesla, and Skype. Home to Stanford University and a top-ranked public school system, Palo Alto also features beautiful and historic residential neighborhoods, vibrant shopping and retail districts.
Palo Alto has a highly educated and culturally sophisticated citizenry that is actively engaged in making a difference both locally and globally. Unique among city organizations, Palo Alto operates a full-array of services including its own gas, electric, water, sewer, refuse and storm drainage provided at very competitive rates for its customers.
The birthplace of Silicon Valley, Palo Alto, is a community of approximately 68,000 residents and nearly 100,000 jobs. Located on the mid-Peninsula between San Francisco and San Jose, Palo Alto is recognized worldwide as a leader in cutting-edge technology, medicine, and green innovation. Many world-class businesses maintained or started offices here, including Amazon, Tesla, Hewlett Packard, Palo Alto Medical Foundation, Rivian, Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, SAP Ariba, Houzz, Varian Medical Systems, and VMware. Numerous start-ups are also at home in Palo Alto, arguably making it the startup capital of the world.
Stanford University is foundational to the history and prestige of Palo Alto, reflected in the community’s dedication to life-long learning. Stanford’s cultural and educational offerings are integral to the vibrancy and charm of Palo Alto, while the City’s exceptional K-12 school district ranks among the top public school systems in the country. With more than 50% of adult residents holding a graduate degree or higher, Palo Alto is frequently listed as one of the most educated cities in the nation.
Home to picturesque tree-lined streets, bike lanes, and historic buildings that reflect its California heritage, Palo Alto boasts a genuine sense of community and an active citizenry with strong environmental values. Beautiful neighborhoods are complemented by vibrant commercial corridors and a bustling economy with premium shopping and dining options. Excellent health care facilities, performing arts, and diverse recreational opportunities are just some of this incredibly desirable community’s cherished amenities.
Join an Award Winning Team
Palo Alto is an award-winning City recognized nationwide as innovative and well-managed. Palo Alto is one of a small number of California cities with a AAA bond rating. Recently, Palo Alto became one of the most livable cities in the U.S. by Livability.com. It's the only city to receive the Platinum Beacon Award in sustainability best practices by California’s Institute for Local Government.
We offer a variety of career paths that relate to building and improving communities. The City has fourteen departments employing 1,000 full-time staff. Police officers, fire fighters, paramedics, and building inspectors keep us safe. Engineers and public works staff build and re-build the physical infrastructure. City planners help envision and shape future community growth. Recreation, arts and library professionals enhance community life. Utilities provides electric, gas, water, sewer and other services. Internal services departments help manage, staff, and protect the City.
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