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Added to system: 7/16/25 7:59 AM Region: Colorado Location: Aspen Job Title: Camp Counselor I or II (depending upon experience) Department: Recreation Classification: Non-Exempt Pay Range (hourly) - Camp Counselor I: $21.16/min - $23.28/mid - $25.40/ max Pay Range (hourly) - Camp Counselor II: $23.28/min - $25.61/mid - $27.93/max Position Summary: We're hiring for school-year Afterschool Club and Full Day Camp as part of the Aspen City Camp program, with Summer Camp opportunities coming this spring. Supervision Exercised and Received: Position works under the general supervision of the Camp Supervisor. Essential Job Functions: Camp Counselor I (Aide) Is 16 years of age and older Assists in supervision of groups of children within our day camp and after school programs. Individual will be serving children ages 5 - 10 years old. Responsibilities include assisting in organizing and implementing indoor and outdoor activities such as games, arts and crafts, projects, etc for groups of 10-30 children. Actively participating during and helping children prepare for group activities such as swimming, ice skating, hiking, sledding, rock climbing, rafting, etc. Assists in creating a fun, safe, and educational experience for the children involved in the program by having interactive activities, positive environment, and the willingness to have fun. Responsibilities also include facility clean up, cleaning tables, and sweeping/vacuuming at the end of the day. Camp Counselor II Is 18 years of age and older Supervision of groups of children within our day camp and after school programs. Individual will be serving children ages 5 - 10 years old. Responsibilities include organizing and implementing indoor and outdoor activities such as games, arts and crafts, projects, etc for groups of 10-30 children. Actively participating during and helping children prepare for group activities such as swimming, ice skating, hiking, sledding, rock climbing, rafting, etc. Creating a fun, safe, and educational experience for the children involved in the program by having interactive activities, positive environment, and the willingness to have fun. Being able to have clear written and verbal parent communication when dealing with drop off and pick up time plus when dealing with behavior problems. Having clear written and verbal communication with fellow camp counselors and camp director/supervisor when communicating problems, concerns, or ideas. Making sure all children are signed in and out of program each day. Responsibilities also include facility clean up, cleaning tables, and sweeping/vacuuming at the end of the day. Training Attend 15 hours of state approved training throughout each year. Coordination Assists in creating and implementing after school and full day/summer activities. Counselor II coordinates the daily activities during program hours. Delegates tasks as appropriate Responsible for maintaining required child to counselor ratios at all times. Must notify Camp Supervisor if scheduled staffing is not compliant with required ratios. Administrative Assists in maintaining records for each child enrolled in Aspen City Day Camp. Assists with administrative duties when required. Core Competencies Displays the following key competencies in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills, and abilities: Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective safety operations for a recreation and child care facility. Ability to communicate concisely and effectively through a variety of methods, such as email, written reports, and verbally. Ability to identify problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing satisfactory customer service and taking necessary steps to assist parents/children with their needs. Ability to handle stressful situations in a professional manner, including angry, or difficult individuals. Must keep a level head when handling children's behavioral concerns. Possesses interpersonal skills including understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, concern, and politeness to others and relates well to different people from varied backgrounds and different situations. Ability to exercise good judgment in facilitating highly confidential matters. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: Education: Camp Counselor I (Aide):16 years and older and enrolled in high school. Camp Counselor II:18 years and older and High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Experience: Camp Counselor I (Aide): No experience or less than 3 months (460 hours) of full-time or equivalent part time satisfactory and verifiable work experience with school-aged kids. Camp Counselor II: Two years of college training and 6 months of satisfactory and verifiable full time or equivalent part-time, paid or volunteer experience in care and supervision of four or more school aged children. Technical Knowledge: Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Email. Licenses & Certifications: Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date, if applicable. Have a current CPR-First Aid certification, have attended and be able to provide certificate of completion for Standard Precautions and Child Abuse Reporter Training or be able to obtain within 30 day of start date. NOTE: This position requires a Criminal Background Check and a Child Abuse/Neglect Background Check upon hire. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of Criminal and Child Abuse/Neglect Background Checks. This position is a Mandated Reporter position. NOTE: Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required abilities, knowledge, and skills as determined by the City of Aspen may be substituted for the requirements above. Desirable Qualifications: Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification 21+ and willing to drive a 10 passenger van with children Position Type and Work Hours: Intermittent hourly, up to 40 hours a week with potential to work part time up to 29 hours a week throughout the school year, Monday through Friday, hours may vary with workload. Evenings/Weekends: Occasionally (monthly) will be required depending on department needs and special projects. Work Environment: Indoors: Gym and cafeteria space at the Aspen Elementary School and Aspen Middle School. Outdoors/Off-Site: Playgrounds at and near recreation facilities. Field trips in various Roaring Fork Valley areas. Meetings, trainings, and conferences at a variety of city facilities and areas. Essential Physical Requirements: Lifting & Carrying: Occasionally up to 30 lbs. unassisted such as small children, supplies, toys, etc. Physical: Climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. 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. This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. 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