Camp Counselor – Department of Recreation & Parks / Piney Run Park

Business: Carroll County Government

Location: Westminster

SEASONAL • TEMPORARY-  Contractual position June 5, 2025 – August 13, 2025.

Business Product/Service: Local Government

Business Address:
225 N Center Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-2129

Contact Name: Suzanne Schreuer
Title: Office Technician
Email: sschreuer@carrollcountymd.gov
Website: https://careers.carrollcountymd.gov

Job Description

Are you ready for the challenges and rewards of a summer camp role? As an important contributor to the Piney Run Summer Camp, you will supervise campers as they engage in activities and projects. Under the direction of the Camp Director, your enthusiasm in fostering learning will ensure a memorable summer experience. You will impact the County’s Recreation and Parks by supporting camp activities at Piney Run.
Essential Duties
• Create and implement lesson plans and activities according to given objectives. Submit curriculum activities in Camp Director.
• Direct the campers in designing a suitable display or performance to be presented on the last day of each camp session.
• Prepare and lead opening and closing ceremonies.
• Clean and restock work areas. Complete closing duties before the end of the last day of camp.
• Attend camp staff orientation and participate in scheduled staff meetings.
• Receive and act upon suggestions made by camp director and assistant director.
• Uphold all policies and regulations imposed by Park Management and the Camp Director. Use park property and Nature Center and Nature Camp equipment responsibly.
• Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Accept feedback.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate and a willingness to learn. Participate in a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.
How You Will Succeed
Your Skills
• Canoeing and Kayaking (Introductory)
• Lesson Planning (Introductory)
• Working with Children (Introductory)
• Hiking (Intermediate)
• Camping (Introductory)
• First Aid (Introductory)
Your Strengths
• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Safety Focus
• Quality Focus
• Training Others
• Fostering Learning and Development
• Problem Solving
• Professionalism
Please visit our website at https://careers.carrollcountymd.gov to apply.

Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Requirements

You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
• Up to one year of related experience
Additional Information
• Must be either 16 years of age or older or have successfully completed the tenth grade.
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• Work schedule includes weekends and holidays.
Working Conditions
• Daily exposure to potentially adverse weather conditions.
• Work includes daily physical activity: standing/walking for long hours, lifting, and related activities.
• Must wear appropriate PPE as required.

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, H.S. Diploma/GED

Wages per hour: $15.25 – $15.75
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: NO

Days of Work:
MONDAY Hours are varied and include weekends and holidays.  TUESDAY Hours are varied and include weekends and holidays.  WEDNESDAY Hours are varied and include weekends and holidays.  THURSDAY Hours are varied and include weekends and holidays.  FRIDAY Hours are varied and include weekends and holidays.  SATURDAY Hours are varied and include weekends and holidays.  SUNDAY Hours are varied and include weekends and holidays.
Shift:

How to Apply: https://careers.carrollcountymd.gov
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 16 & over
Closing Date: 09/30/2025