SOAR (Summer Outdoor Arts & Recreation) Director (PDF) Recreation Application
Lexington, MA 
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Job Description
We are currently accepting applications for the following position:

SOAR CAMP DIRECTOR
Recreation & Community Programs
Salary: $25.00/per hour
Hours: 35-40/Week

Dates of Employment:

June 17 - August 16, 2024

(Pre-season planning, set-up, post-season wrap-up)

To apply:

https://townoflexington.bamboohr.com/careers/25

General Summary:

The Lexington Recreation and Community Programs Department is looking for a camp director at LexRec
SOAR (Summer Outdoor Arts & Recreation) this summer, which is a licensed day camp for children ages
5-12. This program is held Monday through Friday and offer a wide variety of activities such as arts &
crafts, sports & games, story time, music, special themes and events, and time at the Center Playground
and Town Pool.

Responsibilities:

* Ensures the safety and quality of the program where children of all abilities can thrive.
* Responsible for day-to-day operations of the program and the health and safety of all
participant sand staff.
* Responsibilities include camp set up and break down, managing drop off and pick up, creating a
diverse schedule of activities, communicating with parents and staff and supervising staff and
volunteers.
* Reports to Summer Program Supervisor, Assistant Director of Recreation, or Director of
Recreation and Community Programs.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Town of Lexington

Qualifications:

* Minimum 21 years of age
* Possess Bachelor's degree in a related field or Related work experience
* Minimum two years of experience working with elementary and middle school children of all
abilities
* Leadership experience in a day camp setting
* Valid Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Certification
* Supervisory ability and experience
* Knowledge of a variety of recreational activities for ages 4 to 12
* Good oral and written communication skills

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities
and duties required. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the
position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee,
and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job
change.

The Town of Lexington has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and we are
actively seeking candidates who bring new voices and lived experiences to our organization.

*External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined
under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as
listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by
management on a case by case basis.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
2+ years
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