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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 forwarded to the Recreation Department.
Applications are accepted at any time.
Mail To:
Recreation Department
1 Kings Highway
Middletown, NJ 07748
Email: recreation@middletownnj.org
Fax: 732-842-6833
Animal Caretaker - Hiring NOW!!
Interview Process
A virtual interview will be arranged with qualified applicants. Second round interviews will take place on site to explain scope of caretaking duties.
Job Description
The Animal Caretaker is responsible for the wellbeing and tank maintenance of the display animals at Poricy Park. This includes 3 aquatic turtles, 3 tortoises, a bullfrog, a leopard gecko, a guinea pig, and several tanks of fish. This person also drives to the pet store and grocery for food and tank maintenance items.
Essential Functions
- Execute daily feeding, cleaning, and care for animals at site.
- Maintain and inventory all equipment necessary for tanks.
- Ensure that the animal care room is kept clean and organized.
- Identify and respond to animal care problems.
- Manage feeding schedules and coordinate coverage with other staff in the building.
- Know and understand the different needs of the different species of animals kept.
- Maintain logs of care and purchases.
Qualifications
- Minimum age of 16.
- Experience in reptile care or in a related field preferred, or a strong desire to learn more in this field.
- Ability to drive to supply stores as needed.
- Demonstrated ability to handle and move animals for care and tank maintenance.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Location
Poricy Park (345 Oak Hill Road, Red Bank)
Schedule
Must be able to work weekends. Schedule is 1-2 hours per day, 4-7 days/week. After probationary period, hours can be set at-will (must maintain weekend coverage). Year-round.
Medical Staff - Hiring NOW!!
Interview Process
A group interview is required for all applicants. All interviews will take place virtually. Please sign up for a session via Sign Up Genius. The WebEx virtual link will be emailed out prior to the interview session.
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 dates in June. A variety of options will be available. Must be available to work the entire weeks of June 28 - August 6. No time off during these weeks will be permitted. There will be no camp on July 5, 2021. This job is Monday through Friday with hours 8:15am – 12:45pm, approximately.
Beach Lifeguard - Hiring NOW!!
Interview Process
Phone interviews are conducted first, followed by virtual interviews.
Job Description
Lifeguards ensure swimmer and bather safety on Ideal Beach. In this role, lifeguards enforce safety rules, monitor the water for danger, and rescue swimmers. Lifeguards may also determine when bodies of water need to be closed to swimmers. Lifeguards may be required to help assist in social distancing protocols on the beach.
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
- One of the following certifications are required and are not offered through the township:
- United States Lifesaving Association Annual certification
- South Jersey Lifeguard Chiefs Association Annual certification
- North Shore Lifesaving Association Annual certification
- Ocean Lifesaving Association (Provisional) Annual certification
- 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.
Location
Ideal Beach
Schedule
Lifeguards are scheduled in pairs to work Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend. Hours of operation are 10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Friday. Required holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day. Lifeguards will work approximately 5 days per week.
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. See "Volunteer Opportunities" for more information.
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.
- 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 dates in June. A variety of options will be available. Due to COVID19, a limited number of volunteers are permitted each week.