SUMMER CAMP AND SAFETY TOWN POSITIONS at New Castle County Government in New Castle, DE

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

NEW CASTLE COUNTY GOVERNMENTCOMMUNITY SERVICES WORKERS2025 Summer PositionsSummer Camps & Safety Town ProgramNew Castle County Department of Community Services has openings for seasonal full-time and part-time summer positions assisting with summer camps and the Safety Town program. Applicants must be available during the summer months. Positions work 20-40 hours per week starting June 2, 2025, through August 15, 2025. Applicants must be able to participate in active outdoor recreation programs. Experience working with children is preferred. Applicants must be 18 years of age and a high school graduate at the time of employment. Selected applicants must pass a background check, physical, and drug screen.

The positions listed below are for the Department of Community Services 2025 Summer Camps and Safety Town Program. See the next page for additional details.

Positions
CAMP COUNSELORS - Full and Part-Time Positions
(CSW III, $16.54-20.10/hr.)

HEAD CAMP COUNSELORS - Full and Part-Time Positions
(CSW IV, $17.36-21.11/hr.)

CAMP COORDINATORS - Full-Time Positions
(CSW V, $18.23-22.16/hr.)

Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NeoGov online application system available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nccde. For assistance with applicant support issues, contact NeoGov at 855-524-5627

New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB DESCRIPTION:

CAMP COUNSELORS - Full and Part-Time Positions
(CSW III, $16.54-20.10/hr.)

Plans, organizes and directs camp programs and activities at the direction of the Head Counselor.
Supervises children ensuring safety and positive behavior.

Oversees safety and behavior of youth, making onsite appropriate decisions.

Ability to communicate courteously and effectively.
Ability to perform as part of a team.

HEAD CAMP COUNSELORS - Full and Part-Time Positions
(CSW IV, $17.36-21.11/hr.)

Applicants should have at least three years of experience leading groups of children. Teachers, paraprofessionals, and coaches are encouraged to apply.
Responsible for the day-to-day operation of camp programs and activities at a specific site.

May supervise subordinate staff.
Maintains records and submits reports.
Oversees safety and behavior of youth, making onsite appropriate decisions.
Ability to communicate courteously and effectively.
Ability to perform as part of a team.

CAMP COORDINATORS - Full-Time Positions
(CSW V, $18.23-22.16/hr.)

Applicants must have completed two years of college and have at least three years of experience leading groups of children. Current and former teachers are encouraged to apply.

Oversees several summer camp locations including supervision of subordinate staff.
Responsible for ensuring the safety and security of youth participants and promoting positive behavior.
Responsible for implementation of NCC rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and programming.
Serves as primary liaison between programs and Program Manager.
Works independently and makes appropriate decisions.
Helps to investigate and resolve complaints and inquiries.
Maintains camp records and submits reports.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Annalie Mergenthaler
New Castle County Department of Community Services
302.395.5632
Annalie.Mergenthaler@newcastlede.gov