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The Day Camp Manager will oversee our weekly day camp - Camp Trail Blaze. This position is responsible for the daily operations of the camp at all facilities used. The Day Camp Manager provides supervision of the Assistant Day Camp Manager and Day Camp Leaders and campers. They are also expected to communicate to the District Executive Director or Recreation Coordinator about concerns or safety issues at camp. The Day Camp Manager is responsible for scheduling daily camp activities and providing customer service to parents, custodians, staff, and campers.

This position will work with a team that has established five core values. A successful employee must be able to embrace and demonstrate their support for these five values as part of their regular performance related to customers, coworkers, and the community: Fun Experiences, Passionate People, Positive Attitudes, Reliable Services, Resourceful Employees.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be an extrovert who loves ice-breakers and singing in groups.
• Have experience working with children.
• Can work with limited supervision.
• Have a passion for developing environments that celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Have effective interpersonal and group communication techniques.
• Can effectively supervise the work of others and accomplish all necessary work in a team environment.
• Can gain compliance with policies and procedures.
• Can establish a sound working partnership with customers/partners served.
• Be able to work throughout the summer.
• Have experience in coming up with games, crafts, sports, field trips, etc.
• Have a valid driver's license.

Hours range from 20-40 per week. Evenings, weekends, and vary schedules may be required.

$25-30 per hour

Must be at least 21 years old.

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The Day Camp Leader provides direct supervision of summer camp participants between the ages of 5 and 12. You will be responsible for activity planning and preparation, developing supply lists for scheduled activities, conducting activities in arts and crafts, sports, field games, and special events, and assisting the Recreation Program Lead with activity implementation.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be an extrovert who loves ice-breakers and singing in groups.
• Have some experience working or volunteering with children.
• Be able to work throughout the summer.
• Have experience/expertise in games, crafts, sports, etc.
• Can work as a member of a team.
• Have effective interpersonal and group communication techniques.
• Can gain compliance with policies and procedures.
• Have a passion for developing environments that celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Hours range from 15-40 per week. Evenings, weekends, and vary schedules are not likely, but may be required. This is an ideal entry-level position for 16-20 year-olds with some camp experience or experience working with children.

$17-19 per hour.

Over age 18 is preferred; must be at least 16 years old.

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   As we continue to grow and expand, we are looking for an Administrative Assistant to help the Executive Director and Board with our increasing administrative needs in our busy environment.

You'll work directly with the District Executive Director and Board of Commissioner in various administrative and recreational tasks including planning, organizing, and marketing, meetings, and special events. The right person will be a self-starter who RELISHES learning new technologies, programs, and processes to help us market programs, strategies, and our vision.

This is a part time position. Initially, hours are Monday-Friday 10:00AM-2:00PM; additional hours may be added in the future. On the fourth Thursday of each month the hours are 2:00-9:00PM and flexibility for additional evening meetings (infrequent) as needed by the Board of Commissioners.

 Duties and responsibilities include providing administrative support to the North Whidbey Pool, Park, and Recreation District Board of Commissioners and Executive Director to ensure efficient operation of the office. Supports managers and employees through a variety of tasks related to organization and communication. Responsible for confidential and time-sensitive material. Ability to effectively communicate via phone, email, social media platforms, and the District website, ensuring that all Administrative Assistant duties are completed accurately and delivered with high quality and promptly. Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, and a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

• Follow established policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

 • Attend Board of Commissioners' meetings and take minutes of those. 

• Coordinate with Executive Director for all external communications (to include, but not limited to, program/event announcements and job openings, etc). 

• Coordinate with Executive Director and/or Chairman of the Board of Commissioners for Board of Commissioners' communications/administrative issues. This includes, but is not limited to Board meeting announcements, Board meeting materials to the Board in sufficient advance of meetings, publishing written Board meeting minutes, loading of the recorded Board meetings to appropriate media. 

• Answer and direct phone calls. 

• Organize and schedule meetings and appointments.

• Maintain contact lists.

• Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes, and forms.

• Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports. 

• Develop and maintain a filing system .• Order office supplies. 

• Book travel arrangements, conference calls, rooms, taxis, couriers, hotels, etc.

 • Submit and reconcile expense reports. 

• Provide information by answering questions and requests.

• Take dictation.

 • Research and creates presentations.

 • Generate reports. 

• Handle multiple projects.

 • Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. 

• Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies. 

• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

 • Carry out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, binding, scanning, etc.

 • Organize training and travel arrangements for the Executive Director. 

• Write letters and emails on behalf of the District Commissioner and Executive Director. 

• Maintain computer and manual filing systems. 

• Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner. 

• Take accurate minutes of meetings.

 • Coordinate office procedures. 

• Reply to email, telephone, or face to face inquiries. 

• Develop and update administrative systems to make them more efficient. 

• Resolve administrative problems. 

• Answer telephone calls and pass them on. 

• Manage Executive Director appointments.

 • Work with Business Manager to coordinate repairs to office equipment. • Plan and implement Board of Commissioners' and District Executive Director special events with little oversight. 

• Manage, create, and upload marketing, meeting, and vacancy materials using programs like Canva website material and social media posting. 

 Minimum Qualifications:

 • Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work.

 • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

 • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

 • Strong organizational and planning skills.

 • Proficient in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Facebook.

 • Website management experience. 

• High school diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.

 Preferred Qualifications:

 • Proven admin or assistant experience.

 • Knowledge of office management systems and procedures.

 • Working towards a college degree or college degree.

 • Proficient in website management. 

Job Type: Part-time

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Salary range as of January 1, 2025:

 $17.00-22.38 per hour depending on years of experience and qualifications. 

Job Type: Part-time

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Salary range as of January 1, 2025:

 $17.00-22.38 per hour depending on years of experience and qualifications. 

The Client Service Specialist is responsible for addressing the varied needs of our patrons and provides essential support to staff members. In the role of Client Service Specialist, you will be expected to develop and maintain a thorough understanding of all District programs, rules, policies, etc.

Duties include: greeting and checking in patrons, processing payments, enrolling patrons in various programs, providing accurate up-to-date information regarding programs - including schedule and fees, report preparation including bank deposits, maintaining numerous activity logs, answering and directing calls on the multi-line phone system, taking detailed messages, selling concession items, light cleaning tasks, other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Must be people-oriented
• Excellent customer service skills
• Friendly, helpful attitude that helps ensure an inviting environment for customers and staff alike
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Previous cashing handling experience- experience counting money and making change
• Basic computer experience/knowledge
• Strong basic math skills
• Excellent multi-tasker who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Be a quick learner and readily able to adapt to change
• Ability to work & problem-solve independently
• Reliable and hardworking with a positive, outgoing personality
• Punctual & ready to work attitude
• Be able to lift up to 25lbs. (occasionally)
• As a Client Service Specialist, you will often be the first person a visitor to our facility sees and interacts with; as such, it is imperative that your appearance be neat and clean.
• We are currently seeking an individual with flexible availability; some early mornings and weekends are required.  Part time.

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Salary range as of January 1, 2025:

 $16.66-20.00 per hour depending on years of experience and qualifications. 

  GET PAID TO BECOME A LIFEGUARD! 

Do you love the water? Do you enjoy working with people? Do you want to work somewhere you can get real job experience and make a difference? We are offering paid training and an American Red Cross Lifeguard certification. Applicants will need to pass the American Red Cross Lifeguard Swim test as part of the interview process. 

We are also looking for currently American Red Cross Certified Lifeguards for early morning and day time shifts!

• Build Leadership Skills. 

• Team Environment.

• Flexible Work Schedule. 

Early Morning & day time availability highly desired.

Apply soon; space is limited. 

Salary range as of January 1, 2025:

Lifeguards $17.66-22.00 per hour depending on years of experience and qualifications. Must be 15 years old.

 GET PAID TO BECOME A SWIM TEACHER! 

Are you a strong swimmer, and love working with kids? If you would enjoy working with kids of all ages playing games, singing songs, and acting silly while following a proven, structured system designed to teach children of all ages water safety and swimming skills – this is a job you will LOVE! North Whidbey Pool, Park, and Recreation District are looking for dedicated and reliable people who love working with kids and want to learn to teach them to swim, along with other water safety skills. 

NO EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED! 

WE WILL TRAIN YOU! 

Join our team and help instill a lifelong love of swimming in our community’s children while teaching them skills that could save their lives! Swim Lesson Instructor job description. 

Apply soon; space is limited.  

Salary range as of January 1, 2025

Swim Instructors $17.66-20.00 per hour depending on years of experience and qualifications. Must be 16 years old. 

Do you love sports? Do you want to work with families? Become a Recreation Aide.   

Recreation Aides assists the Recreation Manager or other District staff in providing supervised recreation activities such as sports, games, arts and crafts, educational sessions, special events, and field trip experiences for various age groups. 

Uses creativity to suggest activities, sports, crafts, and special activities in collaboration with the Recreation Manager.

 Operates programs according to District and other appropriate guidelines. 

Assists in maintaining related records and reports. 

Assist in the distribution of marketing materials to the public. 

·Sets up and cleans recreation facilities as required. 

·Inventories and inspects equipment and supplies. 

 Reports safety hazards and/or injuries immediately according to procedures.

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Must be 15 years old.

Salary range as of January 1, 2025

 $16.66-19.00 per hour depending on years of experience and qualifications.