OPS Explore Camp Assistant Pensacola - Main Campus, Florida, United States
Conferences & Continuing Educ Childcare Temporary Temporary Closing on: Aug 2, 2026 Add to favorites View favorites
POSITION DETAILS
Employment based visa sponsorship will NOT be considered for this position.
Classification Title: Other Professional (Support/Service) Working Title: Camp Assistant Department: Conferences & Continuing Educ FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Salary Range: $15.00 Pay Basis: Hourly
POSITION OVERVIEW
JOB SUMMARY:
Established in 2006, UWF Explore Camps is an academic-based summer camp program offering a variety of summer camp themes each week from Explore Hogwarts to LEGO Robotics. Summer camp assistants work with lead instructors to deliver hands-on, fun experiences to youth aged 5-17. A mixture of STEAM-based academics plus a creative atmosphere results in a one-of-a-kind summer camp (STEAM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering, art, and math).
Working with Explore Camps provides camp assistants with a unique and meaningful summer job experience.
Advantages to working with UWF Explore Camps:
• Convenient summer job location for UWF students and Pensacola residents • Fantastic job experience for college students majoring in education, art, social sciences, marine biology, engineering, and many more • Improving your leadership, communication, and time management skills • Being a part of the campers' fun learning moments
The hours will vary within the range of 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays. The program starts June 2nd and ends August 8th.
JOB DUTIES
Work in a classroom with a lead instructor to support the instructor in leading the camp theme each week. This can include preparing and cleaning up materials, assisting with classroom management and supervision, and actively interacting with campers to assist them with activities.
Work with others to lead and supervise group activities during free time and extended care. This can include leading indoor and outdoor games, arts and crafts, and participating in or leading group activities.
Ensure inclusion of all campers in daily activities.
Create a fun and inviting space for all campers.
Establish a positive relationship with other staff, parents, and participants. Provide parents, instructors, or camp leadership with feedback on campers as needed.
Provide positive leadership and be a role model.
Ensure the safety and well-being of participants by being aware of participant locations at all times, sharing and enforcing appropriate safety regulations and procedures, and identifying and responding to camper behavior issues.
Assist in maintaining accurate program records, including incident reports and daily attendance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience being directly responsible for youth in a classroom or camp setting.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Experience being directly responsible for youth in a classroom or camp setting.
Ability to lead, plan, organize, and implement program activities.
Ability to work as a member of a team and the ability to accomplish tasks with little direct supervision.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Requirements:
Occasional and/or light lifting required.
Limited exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc., but none to the point of being disagreeable.
May involve minor safety hazards where likely results would be cuts, bruises, etc.
Impact of Deadlines:
Routine deadlines.
Usually sufficient lead time.
Variance in work volume, seasonal, and predictable.
Priorities can be anticipated.
Some interruptions are present.
Involves occasional exposure to demands/pressures from persons other than immediate supervisor.
Standing:
Daily
Walking:
Daily
Sitting:
Daily
Reaching with hands and arms:
Daily
Climbing or balancing:
Never
Stooping:
Frequently
Use of hands to handle objects:
Daily
Lifting up to 10lbs:
Daily
Lifting up to 25lbs:
Daily
Lifting over 25lbs:
Occasionally
Talking as express or exchange of ideas verbally:
Daily
Hearing as perceive sound by ear:
Daily
Vision as distinguish colors & depth:
Frequently
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OR CONSIDERATIONS OF THE JOB
This position requires a Child Care provider security check. https://info.flclearinghouse.com
This position requires a criminal background screen.
This position requires fingerprinting.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
Candidates must apply online through the University of West Florida website: https://careers.uwf.edu.
Applicants are required to attach a resume, cover letter and contact information for three references.
An opportunity to upload these documents will be provided during the application process.
For assistance, please contact Human Resources at 850.474.2694 or email jobs@uwf.edu.
ADDITIONAL POSTING DETAILS
Number of Vacancies: multiple
Work Hours: 7:30-5:30, Monday-Friday, hours vary
Contract Period: May 18, 2026 - August 7, 2026
FTE: Varies
Close Date: 08/02/2026