Camp Attendant Job Description
Job Title: Camp Attendant
Reports To: Youth Activities Supervisor
Position Summary
The Camp Attendant supports the daily operations of camp programs by assisting with activity setup and breakdown, maintaining organized camp spaces, and engaging with campers to ensure a safe, fun, and positive experience. This role works closely with Youth Activities Supervisor to help facilitate activities, supervise participants, and provide excellent customer service to campers and families.
Key Responsibilities
Camp Operations
- Assist with the setup and breakdown of camp activities, games, equipment, and event spaces.
- Prepare activity areas before campers arrive and ensure spaces are clean and organized throughout the day.
- Transport, distribute, and store camper and supplies and equipment as needed.
- Help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for all participants.
Child Engagement
- Actively engage with campers during activities, games, and recreational programs.
- Encourage participation and foster positive interactions among campers.
- Assist counselors and instructors with group management and activity supervision.
- Serve as a positive role model by demonstrating enthusiasm, patience, and professionalism.
- Support campers' needs while promoting inclusion, teamwork, and respect.
Safety & Supervision
- Monitor campers during activities and transitions to help ensure their safety and well-being.
- Follow all camp policies, procedures, and emergency protocols.
- Report incidents, concerns, or safety hazards to supervisors promptly.
- Assist with camper check-in, check-out, and attendance tracking as assigned.
Customer Service
- Provide friendly and professional assistance to campers, parents, and visitors.
- Help answer basic questions and direct concerns to appropriate camp staff.
- Support special events, field trips, and camp programs as needed.
Pay Range
- $22-24 per hour
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Experience working with children in camps, schools, recreation programs, childcare, or similar settings preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and interact positively with children of various ages.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to lift and move camp equipment and supplies.
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and participate in recreational activities for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 25–50 pounds.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Schedule
- July 4th - July 31st
Core Competencies
- Dependability
- Teamwork
- Positive Attitude
- Child Engagement
- Organization
- Safety Awareness
- Customer Service
The Camp Attendant plays an essential role in creating a safe, engaging, and memorable camp experience by supporting daily operations, assisting with activity setup and breakdown, and actively engaging with campers throughout the program.
This description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances (changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, emergencies, or technological developments) change.