HIRING BONUS! Camp staff will receive a gross bonus of up to $550.

This announcement is specific to the Creative Arts Camp. If interested in other camp program areas, you must apply directly to those positions. 

The Department of Park & Recreation (DPR) Creative Arts Camp is seeking Counselors, Camp Directors, Assistant Directors, and Instructors for temporary summer employment to support camp programs by planning and leading a variety of art experiences for children ages 5-8, 8-11, or 12-16 (depending on the camp). 

Staff must commit to working from June 17 - August 9 (core camp dates).  Additional weeks from August 12 – August 23 may also be available. Training will begin in mid to late May through June, which includes online courses with virtual and in-person trainings during weekday evenings and a few Saturdays. Several positions are available, and hours vary. 

Applications are being accepted for the following positions:

SUMMER RECREATION ASSISTANT (SRA) I @ $15.00/Hourly  
Assisting with leading recreation activities, camp program operations, and behavior management of participants.
Minimum requirements: Does not require a High School Diploma.
 
SUMMER RECREATION ASSISTANT (SRA) II @ $16.00/Hourly  
Assisting with managing recreation activities, behavior management of participants, and evaluations of the activities.
Minimum requirements: Experience working with youth or administering summer camp/recreation programs.
 
RECREATION ASSISTANT (RA) III @ $18.72/Hourly
Performing supervisory and administrative duties, including managing recreation activities, and processing participant and program evaluations.
Minimum requirements: High school/GED, plus some experience working with youth or administering recreation programs.
 
RECREATION ASSISTANT (RA) IV @ $22.54/Hourly  
Directing summer camp programs, developing curriculum, and performing administrative duties.  
Minimum requirements: High school/GED, considerable experience administering recreation programs, including some experience leading/supervising recreation programs.
 * Substitution: Completion of some college coursework may substitute for the experience requirement.  

RECREATION INSTRUCTOR II (Ceramics): @ $24.44/Hourly 
Provides specialized instruction in ceramics, including hand-building, wheel throwing and glazing fundamentals for students ages 12-16. Provides technical support for the ceramic’s studio, including kiln management, mixing glazes and general maintenance. Performs administrative duties and develops curriculum, lesson plans and instructions.
Minimum Requirements: High school/GED, plus 800 hours of technical Art experience (includes any work, volunteer, or formal art participation). Must have 50 hours as an instructor.

RECREATION INSTRUCTOR III (Ceramics): @ $28.24/Hourly 
Provides specialized instruction in ceramics, including hand-building, wheel throwing and glazing fundamentals for students ages 12-16. Provides technical support for the ceramic’s studio, including kiln management, mixing glazes and general maintenance. Performs supervisory and administrative duties, including directs summer program, develop curriculum and lesson plans.
Minimum Requirements: High school/GED, plus 1200 hours of technical Art experience (includes any work, volunteer, or formal art participation). Must have 50 hours as an instructor.
 
 * Instructor Substitution: Additional education in a related field may be substituted for the experience requirement, with each year of post-high school education substituting for 400 hours of technical experience. However, additional education may not substitute the instructing hours.

Please review the minimum requirements listed above.

Successful candidates will have good character and integrity, effective communication skills, and reliable transportation, including the ability to complete tasks, take initiative, and work successfully in a team environment.

Desirables: Preference may be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following:   
 

• Working in Summer Camp programs or Arlington Camps; 
• Teaching art and working with children; 
• Experience/willingness to work with individuals with disabilities; and/or
• For Ceramics Instructors: Wheel throwing, hand building, kiln management, and glaze application experience.

If selected, all summer staff may be required to:
 

• Agree to a criminal background check.
• Provide references, which may be included in this application.
• Provide negative TB results or submit to a TB screening.
• Attend all required trainings, wear a uniform, and ability to lift up to 25 lbs. 
• Stand and walk for a prolonged periods of time during the work shift.
• Possess a driver's license and complete a successful driving license record check.
• Provide personal care as needed to campers (training provided).
• Arlington County requires that all employees have a bank account to accept direct payroll deposits.  
• Be CPR and First Aid Certified as of the first day of camp for the Camp Director or other designated positions.

Work Hours: May vary between 35-40 hours per week, 7-8 hours a day between the hours of 8am-6pm.

Employee Discount: Summer camp employees can receive a 20% discount on camp fees for their children! To learn more, go to: Summer Camp Employment FAQs – Official Website of Arlington County Virginia Government (arlingtonva.us).

Interviews will be conducted on a continuous basis. Interested applicants should apply as soon as possible. Written notifications will be sent to applicants who applied but were not hired once all positions are filled. Generally, these notifications are sent in mid-July.  

Applicants may attach a resume in addition to completing the online application. Attaching a resume without completion of the application will be considered an "incomplete application". 

For further information about the selection process or specific camp job duties, please email Jim Halloran at jhalloran@arlingtonva.us.

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Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.

The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation; (2) written and oral examination; (3) personal interview; (4) performance test/work sample; and/or (5) physical examination.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email pers@arlingtonva.us.