Hydromania Camp Director

SUMMARY

The Camp Director position serves as the primary staff member responsible for Umatilla Electric Cooperative’s Hydromania Summer Science Camps. In consultation with UEC staff, the Director plans, organizes and implements program activities and oversees daily  operations. The Director ensures that campers are supervised at all times, and a safe and enjoyable camp environment is maintained. Applicants must complete and pass a criminal and background check to ensure the safety and security of the minor children. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include other duties as assigned.

• Develops and supports a well-organized, comprehensive, fun camp program.  Reviews curriculum and objectives with UEC staff. 
  


• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the camp, including food service, transportation and scheduling.                                     


• Actively participate in all aspects of the campers’ day. Supervises and assists counselors in the daily program.


• Schedules and coordinates field trips, presentations and other camp-related activities.
  
  

JOB DUTIES may include other duties as assigned.

• Knows and follows all safety and emergency procedure guidelines to assist in ensuring the safety of campers, staff, and guests, will observe camper behavior and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques and discipline as needed.


• Communicates with parents about camper experiences.


• Ensures that camp staff understands and follows employment guidelines.


• Keeps UEC staff informed of notable events or incidents.


• Maintains accurate program records. Submit all required paperwork on time.


• Works collaboratively with colleagues and fosters a spirit of cooperation in the workplace.


• Performs other tasks as needed.


• Conducts themselves in a manner that reflects well on UEC and contributes to harmonious relations with members, campers, and the general public.


• Respectfully takes direction from supervisor and/or manager.
  

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY

This position is responsible for directly supervising at least five (5) Hydromania employees as well as the approximately twenty-five (25) children participating in the camp.  Applicants must complete and pass a criminal and background check including a sex offender search to ensure the safety and security of the minor children.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Education: Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university.

Experience: Two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES and LICENSES

An Oregon Teacher’s License and valid Driver’s License are required. Must have a clear MVR record and must maintain a current Driver’s License if they will be operating a vehicle. First Aid and CPR certification must be completed upon hire or current certification to be demonstrated.

EOE M/F/Veteran/Disability