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Recreation Employment Opportunities
The Middletown Recreation Department offers a wide variety of job opportunities throughout the year. Most positions are seasonal appointments lasting six months or less. On occasion part time and full time positions do become available. Please browse the list below of all open positions at this time.
To apply for a position, download our application. Completed applications may be returned directly to the Recreation Department or to Human Resources. Any Recreation-related applications returned to Human Resources will be forward to the Recreation Department.
Applications are accepted at any time.
Summer Camp applications will begin being accepted February 1, 2019. Exact number of positions available TBD as returning staff are given first priority.
2019 Summer Camp Counselor Group Interview Dates:
- Wednesday, March 20 - 4:00pm
- Wednesday, April 24 - 1:00pm
Group interviews will be held inside the Poricy Park Nature Center.
- Lifeguards
- Poricy Park Instructors
- Summer Camp - Camp Coordinator
- Summer Camp - Counselor
- Summer Camp - Inclusion Manager
- Summer Camp - Medical Staff
- Summer Camp - Navigator Coach
- Summer Camp - Office Staff
- Summer Camp - Volunteer
Lifeguards
Job Description
Lifeguards primary responsibility is to ensure the safety of patrons on our beaches by preventing and responding to emergencies. All applicants must have current lifeguard certification – no lifeguard training is provided.
Essential Functions
- Maintain constant surveillance of patrons in the designated swim area; act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.
- Provide emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
- Present professional appearance and attitude at all times, and maintain a high standard of customer service.
- Perform various maintenance duties as directed to maintain a clean and safe facility.
- Prepare and maintain appropriate activity reports.
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Current American Red Cross, or accepted equivalent, lifeguarding certification. If accepted equivalent does not include first aid, CPR/AED training, must also possess these certifications.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Skill in the application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
- Ability to prepare routine administrative paperwork.
- Knowledge of CPR and emergency medical procedures.
- Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
- Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures.
Locations
Ideal Beach, Leonardo Beach
Schedule
Lifeguards are scheduled in pairs to work both beaches on Saturdays and Sundays, beginning Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend. Hours of operation are 10:00am – 4:00pm. Required holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day.
Poricy Park Instructors
Interview Process
In-person interviews are currently being conducted.
Job Description
The Middletown Recreation Department is looking for part-time instructors to teach elementary-aged class trips at Poricy Park during the Spring and Fall seasons. Classes come for 2- or 4-hour programs on topics in Science and Colonial History. The most popular program is taking students to hunt for marine fossils on the property.
Essential Functions
- Lead curriculum and lessons focused on science and colonial history.
- Implement and run daily activities.
- Modify activities/lessons as needed to better implement within class structure.
- Prepare materials needed prior to each class and/or before class begins.
- Responsible for clean up after class.
- Facilitate classroom management techniques.
- Maintain and inventory all equipment necessary for the program area.
- Assist in maintaining accurate program records.
- Actively participate in staff training and meetings.
- Help in other program areas as needed.
Qualifications
- Minimum age of 18.
- Candidates should ideally have experience in teaching and an interest in the outdoors, natural sciences, or history. Will be trained in specific programs; all materials and program outlines are provided.
- Ability to lead, plan, organize and implement program activities.
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Locations
Poricy Park
Schedule
Hours will fall 9:00am-2:00pm, Monday through Friday on days scheduled. While the schedule is flexible, the hours are not. Schedule will depend on when trips are booked.
Camp Coordinator
Interview Process
The final number of positions available are still being determined. Phone interviews will be conducted first, with in-person interviews happening in March/April.
Job Description
Camp Coordinators will oversee the various age groups’ staff and campers. One Camp Coordinator will be assigned per age division: Pioneers, Buccaneers, Explorers, Trail Blazers, Navigators and CITs. Each division’s campers will be divided into groups of 20-25 campers. The number of groups per division varies each week. The Camp Coordinator is responsible for planning age-appropriate activities and providing discipline and support to the counselors below them. Camp Coordinators will work together to schedule camp groups activities and locations each day/week.
2019 Available divisions: TBD
Essential Functions
- Oversee the setup, up-keep and staffing of program area.
- Assist in training staff in using equipment and lesson planning for the program area.
- Maintain and inventory all equipment necessary for the program area.
- Ensure that the site is kept clean and organized.
- Provide support to Lead Counselors to coordinate programming among small groups.
- Write and implement a weekly schedule for your camp group with assistance from counselors.
- Communicate with parents about participant’s experiences and report concerns to Camp Director.
- Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports and daily attendance.
- Assist in mid-summer and post-summer evaluations with the Camp Director.
- Interact effectively with the camp staff as a total system, with campers’ best interests in mind.
- Know and understand all emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
- Know, enforce and follow all safety guidelines and the Code of Conduct associated with the camp. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for your campers’ safety and their whereabouts at all times.
- Prepare for and actively participate in staff training and meetings.
- Help guide all counselors and volunteers to have a deeper understanding of leadership and counseling skills.
- Assist with the various administrative tasks necessary for camp to run efficiently.
Qualifications
- Certified school teacher, preferably in the age group looking to supervise.
- Certified in First Aid and CPR certification; may be provided if applicant does not currently have.
- Demonstrated ability to keep accurate records and organize program area logistics.
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team and the ability to accomplish tasks with little direct supervision.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Camp Locations
Croydon Hall, Tonya Keller Community Center
Schedule
Must be able to attend mandatory staff training in late June, as well as work July 1 – August 16, 2019. There will be no camp or work on July 4 or 5, 2019. This job is Monday through Friday with hours 8:30am – 4:00pm, approximately. Exact hours to be determined.
Counselors
Interview Process
A group interview is required for all applicants. Please see the dates and times above for the 2019 group interview dates.
Job Description
Camp Counselors will assist with leading, overseeing, and cleaning up for a variety of sports, games, crafts and nature activities. Counselors participate, energize, interact and supervise campers in all activities, including lunch, to ensure participation, safety and fun.
Essential Functions
- Maintain and inventory all equipment necessary for the program area.
- Ensure that the site is kept clean and organized.
- Identify and respond to camper behavior issues.
- Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports and daily attendance.
- Know and understand all emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
- Know, enforce and follow all safety guidelines and the Code of Conduct associated with the camp. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for your campers’ safety and their whereabouts at all times.
- Actively participate in staff training and meetings.
- Help in other camp program areas as needed.
Qualifications
- Minimum age of 16.
- Experience in camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, or in a related field preferred, or a strong desire to go into such field.
- Ability to lead, plan, organize and implement program activities.
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Camp Locations
Croydon Hall, Poricy Park, Tonya Keller Community Center
Schedule
Must be able to attend mandatory staff training in late June, as well as work July 1 – August 16, 2019. There will be no camp on July 4 or 5, 2019. This job is Monday through Friday with hours 8:30am – 4:00pm, approximately. Exact hours to be determined.
Inclusion Manager
Interview Process
The final number of positions available are still being determined. Phone interviews will be conducted first, with in-person interviews happening in March/April.
Job Description
Part Time position available in the Recreation Department as the Summer Inclusion Manager. This position is a seasonal employee who reports to the Summer Camp Director. The main responsibility of this position is to coordinate the inclusion program and supervise Inclusion Coaches in order to promote inclusion campers (NaviGators) with special needs in having a fun, safe, and enriching camp experience.
Essential Functions (Now-June)
- Create and finalize daily camp program. This includes determining the “Skill of the Week”, guest speakers and any other unique program elements.
- Set up “Meet and Greets” with prospective NaviGator campers and their parent/guardian to determine eligibility.
- Recruit, interview and hire Inclusion Coaches. Determine the number needed based on enrollment.
- Attend Group Interviews to assist the Camp Director and professional staff in the hiring process. Group Interview dates are Wednesdays, March 20 (4:00pm - 6:00pm) and April 24 (1:00pm - 3:00pm).
- Attend staff training planning sessions to go over items/topics to be covered in training.
- Evaluate current program supplies and request additional equipment that may be needed.
- Attend and assist in training the summer staff training session – tentative dates June 10 and 12 (5:00pm - 8:00pm), June 14 (1:00pm - 4:00pm) with makeup dates the week of June 24th (time TBD).
Essential Functions (July-August)
- Oversee 7 weeks of Summer Camp:
- Week 1: July 1 - 3
- Week 2: July 8 - 12
- Week 3: July 15 - 19
- Week 4: July 22 - 26
- Week 5: July 29 - August 2
- Week 6: August 5 - 9
- Week 7: August 12 - 16
- Facilitate social interaction among all participants in camp.
- Adapt activities and provide additional assistance as needed in order to help participants learn and participate.
- Use positive behavioral supports and other interventions as needed.
- Be a resource about special needs to all staff, participants, and families.
- Communicate regularly with families and staff regarding the progress of participants.
- With input from inclusion coaches, make decisions about adjusting a camper’s schedule or removing a camper from the program if they cannot be supported safely and adequately.
- Track and document progress towards achieving goals and objectives set for participants.
Qualifications
- Degree in (or working towards a degree in) Special Education, Psychology, Social Work, Therapeutic Recreation, or other relevant field.
- Experience with groups of children ages 5-13 in school, camp, or a similar setting.
- Extensive knowledge of best practices for working with a broad range of special needs.
- Experience developing, organizing and managing special needs, adaptive, or inclusion programs.
- Must be dependable, flexible and enthusiastic, and demonstrate an excellent work ethic.
- Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
- Excellent computer skills required.
- Restraint training preferred.
- CPR and first aid certifications preferred (can be completed during training).
Schedule
This position works between 30-40 hours per week during camp season, typically Mon-Fri 8:15am-4:15pm but may need to adjust hours for staff meetings or other duties. Additional availability of 2-5 hours per week in March, April and May is preferred.
Medical Staff
Interview Process
A group interview is required for all applicants. Please see the dates and times above for the 2019 group interview dates.
Job Description
The Medical Staff is the primary health care professional at each site. The Medical Staff supports the Camp Staff in providing campers a safe, fun and educational experience in a supportive environment.
Essential Functions
- Observe and promote all rules and regulations established for the program.
- Clarify any health-related questions with parents prior to camp.
- Observe campers for illnesses and/or injuries. Report any difficulties related to health immediately to the Camp Director.
- Respond to medical emergencies and treat as necessary and assesses whether injuries/illnesses require further treatment. If necessary, may accompany camper to the hospital in the event of serious injury.
- Provide general first aid care (scrapes, minor cuts and bruises); treatment of colds/headaches, upset stomachs, etc.; and assesses whether further treatment is required.
- Call parent/guardian to report illness and/or injury.
- Maintain log of patients seen and treated.
- Maintain necessary records of medical forms on campers and staff.
- Act as the “late camper” and “early dismissal” check in/out person once camp begins.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Must be a certified EMT in good standing.
- Certified in First Aid and CPR certification, may be provided if does not currently have.
- Possesses good leadership abilities and responsibility skills.
- Patient, enthusiastic, self-controlled and dependable.
- Ability to work with others and follow directions.
Camp Locations
Croydon Hall, Poricy Park, Tonya Keller Community Center
Schedule
Must be able to attend mandatory staff training in late June, as well as work July 1 – August 16, 2019. There will be no camp on July 4 or 5, 2019. This job is Monday through Friday with hours 8:30am – 4:00pm, approximately. Exact hours to be determined.
Navigator Coach
Interview Process
Phone interviews are conducted first, followed by in-person interviews.
Job Description
Provide one on one support to campers with physical, developmental, and/or emotional disabilities as they integrate into daily camp life. Navigator Coaches make adaptations to activities and crafts in order to ensure the camper’s successful participation. They are responsible for communicating with the Navigator Manager, parents, counselors, and other staff regarding the needs of the participant.
Essential Functions
- Maintain and inventory all equipment necessary for the program area.
- Ensure that the site is kept clean and organized.
- Help the Navigator Manager decide and implement a weekly schedule for your camp group.
- Together with the Navigator Manager, communicate with parents about participant’s experiences and report concerns to Camp Director.
- Assist in maintaining accurate program records including incident reports and daily attendance.
- Know and understand all emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
- Know, enforce and follow all safety guidelines and the Code of Conduct associated with the camp. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for your campers’ safety and their whereabouts at all times.
- Assists children with disabilities, as needed, in their participation in the summer recreation program.
- Actively participate in staff training and meetings.
- Help in other camp program areas as needed.
Qualifications
- Minimum age of 18.
- Experience working with children with disabilities, or a desire to study in a related field.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Patient, enthusiastic and dependable.
- Ability to work with others and follow directions.
Camp Locations
Croydon Hall
Schedule
Must be able to attend mandatory staff training in late June, as well as work July 1 – August 16, 2019. There is no camp on July 4 or 5, 2019. This job is Monday through Friday with hours 8:30am – 4:00pm, approximately. Exact hours to be determined.
Camp Office Staff
Interview Process
Phone interviews will be conducted first, with in-person interviews to follow.
Job Description
Camp Office Staff help answer phones, file paperwork that comes in, creates rosters of the various groups/camps, and makes any other adjustments that come up. Additionally, may serve as camp photographer periodically.
Essential Functions
- Keep the main camp office neat and welcoming.
- Keep office equipment and supplies clean and organized for ease of use.
- Manage incoming telephone calls.
- Perform various clerical duties including copying, proofreading, typing and data entry related to camp operation.
- Maintain the filing of records.
- Generate or prepare reports using database software and tools.
- Manage weekly wait-lists of all camps.
- Determine camp groups each week and assist with any last minute changes.
- Coordinate weekly entertainment for Explorers and make sure all needs by outsourced groups are met.
- In coordination with other supervisory staff, assist with adding and updating photos and information to camp’s website and Facebook page.
- Help in other camp program areas as needed.
Qualifications
- Minimum age of 18.
- Experience in camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, or in a related field preferred, or a strong desire to go into such field.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent computer skills. Familiar with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, Publisher and Power Point.
- Familiarity with Capture Point/Community Pass a plus.
Camp Locations
Croydon Hall, Poricy Park, Tonya Keller Community Center
Schedule
Must be able to attend mandatory staff training in late June, as well as work July 1 – August 16, 2019. There will be no camp on July 4 or 5, 2019. This job is Monday through Friday with hours 8:30am – 4:00pm, approximately. Exact hours to be determined.
Volunteers
Job Description
Volunteers help to assist Counselors with the camp by aiding in the set up and clean of a variety of games, crafts and activities.
* Volunteers have a separate application form which can be found here.
Essential Functions
- Ensure that the site is kept clean and organized.
- Assist Camp Counselors in leading games, taking children to the bathroom, walking children between activities, etc.
- Know and understand all emergency procedures associated with the camp program.
- Know, enforce and follow all safety guidelines and the Code of Conduct associated with the camp. This includes but is not limited to being responsible for your campers’ safety and their whereabouts at all times.
- Help in other camp program areas as needed.
Qualifications
- Generally, grade 9 and/or 15 years old.
- Must have completed our Counselor In Training program prior to starting.
- Experience in camp, youth programs, recreation, working with children, or in a related field preferred, or a strong desire to go into such field.
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Camp Locations
Croydon Hall, Poricy Park, Tonya Keller Community Center
Schedule
Must be able to attend mandatory staff training in late June, as well as work July 1 – August 16, 2019. There will be no camp on July 4 or 5, 2019. This job is Monday through Friday with hours 8:30am – 4:00pm, approximately. Exact hours to be determined. Volunteers are not guaranteed hours each week.