Camp Staff Member (Non-Career)

Continuous Recruitment: Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis to fill vacancies throughout the year. The recruitment may close at any time.

The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Camp Staff Member (Non-Career) in the Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Department! In this role, you will have the opportunity to interact with campers in the day or evening, serve as role models for younger campers, assist with camp administration, participate in campfire shows and athletic events, serve meals, and assist Camp Staff Leaders on hikes and other outings. You will be provided with room and board while at camp.

See the full job class specification here: governmentjobs.com/careers/berkeley/classspecs/106063

A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is: 
Completion of sophomore year of high school and 16 years of age by date of appointment. Previous childcare experience is desirable. 

Other requirements include:

• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, which may include early mornings and evenings.
• When driving on City business, maintenance of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Positions assigned to lifeguarding and water-related activities must possess current American Red Cross Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid certification.

California Education Code Section 10911.5 requires that all public recreation program employers must fingerprint all persons having direct contact with a minor. The City does not hire persons who have been convicted of felony drug, sexual assault or physical assault crimes.Applications must include a completed application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.

**If you do not answer the supplemental questions accurately you will be automatically disqualified.**

Applications are available in alternative formats (audio-format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days for production of the material in an alternative format.

The exam process will include, but may not be limited to:

• Application review for minimum qualifications
• Review of Supplemental Questionnaire

Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.

Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.

Salary : $86 - $103