Day Camp Lead

Day Camp Lead

Salary

$16.50 Hourly

Location

Roseburg, OR

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

202600073

Department

Part-Time Employment

Opening Date

04/27/2026

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Day Camp Lead

Seasonal Part-Time

Spend your summer making a difference!

UCC is looking for a Day Camp Lead for the 2026 summer season!

The Day Camp Lead's primary duty is to assist in the supervision and implementation of Umpqua Community College's Discovery College for Kids and Teen Camps. The Day Camp Lead promotes positive camp implementation by serving as the first line of assistance for campers, parents, Instructors and Camp Assistants. Discovery students are in grades 1-6 and teen students are in grades 7-12. This is a summer seasonal position. The Camp Lead can expect 40-hour weeks during the camp sessions.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Responsible for assisting instructors, students, and Camp Assistants with the implementation of day camp activities
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with parents. Answer questions and inquiries and coordinate pick-up/drop offs each day. Manage half day camp schedule transitions
• Gather and submit camp related paperwork from instructors, staff, and parents to the Youth Camp Coordinator
• Provide staffing coverage for classes and activities during Camp Assistant break times
• Provide supervision during camp swim times in the pool
• Check-in with camp instructors and provide support and assistance as needed
• Manage camp supplies and equipment. Assist in the inventory and return of all supplies and equipment at the end each session and camp season
• Assist in the care, cleanliness, and security of the facilities used by campers during the sessions
• Monitor safety of all aspects of day camp program and campers
• Follow UCC protocol regarding handling of behaviors and special needs. Plan and lead games or other activities for camp participants on breaks between camp classes
• Demonstrate appropriate behavior at all times. Maintain a safe environment for participants and other staff
• Communicate problems, concerns, schedule changes, behavioral problems to the attention of the Youth Camp Coordinator or Department Operations Manager
• Attend camp related training sessions required by Umpqua Community College
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Able to communicate effectively with students, UCC staff, and parents
• Ability to work independently and work with minimal direct supervision

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 16 years of age, 18 or older preferred
• High School Diploma/GED Required, Associates Degree preferred
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills; demonstrated history of responsibility, dependability and maturity
• Two years experience working with children in a formal setting such as camp, after school, education, recreation setting
• Demonstrated ability to keep accurate records and organize camp program activities and schedules
• First Aid/CPR Certification strongly encouraged

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

For full consideration applicants must submit with their application all of the following:

• A cover letter which addresses your interest in Umpqua Community College and how you would excel in this position.
• Current resume that includes educational and professional work experience.
• A list of 3 professional references listing contact information including email address.

VETERANS PREFERENCE STATEMENT:

Umpqua Community College provides employment preference to qualified veterans in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications for the position and electronically attaches the required documentation at the time of application.

Required Documentation:

Applicants claiming veterans presence must submit one of the following:

• Member Copy 4 of the Certificate of Released or Discharged from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or
• Letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs including receipt of a non-service connected pension. Disabled veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans Disability Preference Letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Resources:

• Request military service records: https://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records
• Veterans Preference information: https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/veterans-preference.aspx

STATEMENT OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

UCC prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity, or operation of the College. The College also prohibits retaliation against an individual for engaging in activity protected under this policy and interfering with rights or privileges granted under anti-discrimination laws.

Employment with Umpqua Community College is contingent upon background check approval.

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01

Are you at least 16 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02

Are you currently certified in First Aid and/or CPR?

• Yes
• No

03

Please describe any experience you have working with children or teens in formal or informal settings.

04

Have you reviewed the Supplemental Information section of this job posting and attached all required documentation, including any applicable required documentation for Veterans Preference? Please note that missing documents will disqualify your application and it will be marked as incomplete.

• Yes
• No

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Employer Umpqua Community College

Address 1140 Umpqua College Rd

Roseburg, Oregon, 97470

Phone 541 440 7690

Website http://umpqua.edu