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<p style="font-style: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: inherit; text-align: center; text-indent: 0px;" id="isPasted"><span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-indent: 0px;"><strong>Looking for a summer job that's both exciting and fun? City of Los Altos is currently hiring recreation leaders to join our team and help us create an unforgettable summer experience for our community!</strong></span><strong> </strong></p><p style="font-style: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: inherit; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><strong><img src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/12451/jobpostings/image/City of Los Altos Summer Camp Recreation Leaders.png" data-id="null" data-name="City of Los Altos Summer Camp Recreation Leaders.png" alt="City of Los Altos Summer Camp Recreation Leaders.png" data-url="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/12451/jobpostings/image/City of Los Altos Summer Camp Recreation Leaders.png" style="width: 1200px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii" data-uw-rm-alt-original="City of Los Altos Summer Camp Recreation Leaders.png" data-uw-rm-alt="QU"></strong><br></p><p style="font-style: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: inherit; text-indent: 0px; text-align: justify;">The city of Los Altos is looking for energetic and creative Summer Camp Counselors. <span style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px;">This recruitment is hiring fun, passionate, positive, innovative and outdoor enthusiasts to join our dynamic Jelly Bean and Redwood Grove Summer Camp team. Work under the redwoods and in the historic San Antonio Club and make a difference in the lives of our campers (ages 3 to 11 years) and counselors in training (ages 13 to 15 years). </span> </p><p style="font-style: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: inherit; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><strong>ABOUT THE POSITION</strong></p><p style="font-style: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: inherit; text-align: justify; text-indent: 0px;"><span style="color: inherit;">The Summer Camp Counselor reports to the Recreation Coordinator, and in the absence of a Recreation Coordinator, may report to a Senior Recreation Leader. The position is responsible for planning, organizing, and leading a variety of recreation activities. Typical activities are planned around a theme and include but are not limited to the following: environmental education, arts, crafts, songs, sports, games, contests, and special events for Redwood Grove Campers.</span></p><p style="font-style: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: inherit; text-indent: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: inherit;">This position is also responsible for maintaining communication with the public, promoting, and ensuring safety procedures are followed. The Summer Camp Counselor must be able to work with fellow recreation leaders to assist in the implementation of recreation activities and perform other related duties as needed and assigned. This includes department wide special events, teen programs, preschool age programs, camps, administrative office duties, serve as facility attendant, and provide support with senior (Adult 50+) programs. </span></p><strong><img src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/12451/jobpostings/image/pushpin.png" data-id="null" data-name="pushpin.png" alt="LOCATION OF CAMPS:" data-url="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/12451/jobpostings/image/pushpin.png" class="fr-fic fr-dii" style="width: 27px;" data-uw-rm-alt-original="pushpin.png" data-uw-rm-alt="CT">LOCATION OF CAMPS: </strong>Shoup Park, Redwood Grove, and San Antonio Club<p style="font-style: normal; margin: 0in; color: inherit; text-indent: 0px; text-align: justify;"><strong><strong><img src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/12451/jobpostings/image/Interview.png" data-id="null" data-name="Interview.png" alt="" data-url="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/12451/jobpostings/image/Interview.png" style="width: 27px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii" data-uw-rm-alt-original="Interview.png" role="presentation" data-uw-rm-alt="SM">PARKS & RECREATION OPEN HOUSE: </strong></strong>February 26th, 2026 5:30pm - 7:30pm - Apply in-person!</p><p style="font-style: normal; margin: 0in; color: inherit; text-indent: 0px; text-align: justify;"><strong><img src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/12451/jobpostings/image/Training.png" data-id="null" data-name="Training.png" alt="" data-url="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/12451/jobpostings/image/Training.png" style="width: 27px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii" data-uw-rm-alt-original="Training.png" role="presentation" data-uw-rm-alt="SM">STAFF TRAINING</strong>: Monday, June 8 - Friday, June 12, 2026; 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM </p><p style="font-style: normal; margin: 0in; color: inherit; text-indent: 0px; text-align: justify;"><strong><img src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/12451/jobpostings/image/Date (2).png" data-id="null" data-name="Date (2).png" alt="" data-url="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/12451/jobpostings/image/Date (2).png" style="width: 27px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii" data-uw-rm-alt-original="Date (2).png" role="presentation" data-uw-rm-alt="SM">SUMMER CAMP DATES</strong>: June 15th - August 7th</p><br><b style=" font-style: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-align: left; color: rgb(223, 53, 12);">This posting will remain open until the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed and candidates may be interviewed as we </b><font color="#df350c" style="font-style: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-align: left;"><strong>receive</strong></font><b style=" font-style: normal; text-indent: 0px; text-align: left; color: rgb(223, 53, 12);"> applications.</b><br><br style="color: inherit; font-style: normal; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px;"><p style="font-style: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; color: inherit; text-indent: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px;">Follow this link to view the full job description for </span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px;"><a href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/losaltosca/classspecs/1680509" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/losaltosca/classspecs/1680509" aria-label="Recreation Leader - open in a new tab" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" uw-rm-external-link-id="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/losaltosca/classspecs/1680509$recreationleader">Recreation Leader</a></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-style: normal; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px;">.</span></p><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify;"><em>Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.</em></p><ul style="margin-left: 0; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li id="isPasted">Plan theme-based activities which may include environmental education, arts, crafts, sports, games, contests, and special events for participants in a camp environment.</li><li>Assist with organizing and implementing recreation programs. </li><li>Review and analyze program effectiveness to provide recommendations to Senior Recreation Leader</li><li>Ensure equipment and supplies are available for planned indoor/outdoor recreational activities. This may include moving equipment and supplies from one location to another.</li><li>Lead and direct large groups of participants in recreation activities.</li><li>Speak effectively in a public setting with adults and children.</li><li>Maintain effective relationships with participants, parents and community members.</li><li>Establish and maintain effective working relationships and work cooperatively with other city staff, while maintaining the city’s high standards.</li><li>Follow written and verbal instructions. </li><li>Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.</li><li>Engage and motivate participants in recreation activities.</li><li>Follow safety procedures.</li><li>Report problems or hazards which may occur with children, parents, or equipment to on-site Senior Recreation Leader or Recreation Coordinator.</li><li>Respond safely and efficiently in emergency situations.</li><li>Independently initiate and complete work activities.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of information, both written and spoken. </li><li>May work independently supervising participants.</li></ul><a href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/losaltosca/classspecs/1680509" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Please review the full description for the Recreation Leader.</a><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify;"><em>Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:</em></p><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify;">EXPERIENCE:</p><ul style="margin-left: 0; margin-bottom: 3pt;"><li>Recreation Leaders must be at least 16 years of age unless otherwise specified.</li><li>Volunteer experience in recreation, outdoor education, sports and/or crafts preferred.</li><li>First aid and CPR certification must be obtained prior to working the first day with participants.</li></ul><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify">PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT</p><ul style="margin-left: 0; margin-bottom: 3pt"><li>Ability to use computer equipment for documents, templates, and control systems.</li><li>Ability to climb, balance, walk and stand for long periods of time.</li><li>Ability to observe, take direction and lead.</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with customers, outside contacts, and all levels of employees. </li><li>Ability to review, comprehend, and respond to all necessary documentation.</li><li>Ability to work and adapt to outdoor weather conditions. </li><li>Ability to follow illness protocols and regulations.</li></ul><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify"><br></p><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify">EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER</p><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify">The city of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise the city of Los Altos upon submittal of application.</p><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify">Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.</p><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify"><br></p><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify">LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER</p><p style="margin: 0; text-align: justify">The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.</p>

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