Camp Counselor

Salary : $17.39 - $19.57 Hourly

Location : Denton, TX

Job Type : Seasonal

Job Number : 25-00303

Department : Parks & Recreation

Division : P&R-LS-YOUTH / TEEN SERVICES

Opening Date : 12 / 31 / 2025

Closing Date : 5 / 9 / 2026 11 : 59 PM Central

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Summary

This requisition expires on May 9, 2026, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.

Responsible for assisting with the supervision and coordination of structured activities for day camp, including but not limited to, sports, arts and crafts, nature / outdoor, and other general activities for school-age children.

Essential Functions and Other Important Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

DUTIES

• Assist camp supervisor with planning, organizing, and implementing various recreational activities for children and teens.
• Lead, supervise, and conduct classes, activities, and special events.
• Supervise children and respond immediately, in case of emergency, including administering first aid as necessary.
• Follow appropriate training and ensure an atmosphere where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning and recreational experiences.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment for children including but not limited to, equipment and materials; ensure appropriate items are accessible, appropriate and in good condition for child use.
• Assist in the enforcement of department, site, and program rules and / or regulations, and safety precautions.
• Administer medication and maintain medical records and logs.
• Safely drive a 15-passenger van and transport children to various locations daily.
• Assist with the maintenance of all child records, including but not limited to, attendance, discipline, and injury; communicate appropriate information with parents / guardians, as directed.

SUPERVISORY / BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required :

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Environmental Factors and Conditions / Physical Requirements

SAFETY

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to work overtime or outside of normal business hours, as required.

CORE VALUES

EEO STATEMENT

The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the City of Denton's policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.

ADA / EOE / ADEA

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

E-Verify :

The City of Denton participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.

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Do you believe you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the job description?

02

Which best describes your highest completed level of education?

03

Do you possess a current and valid First Aid and CPR certification?

04

This position requires working overtime outside of regular business hours as needed. Can you meet this requirement?

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Do you possess a Class "C" Driver's License?

Required Question