Camp Director – Department of Recreation & Parks / Hashawha Environmental Center

Business: Carroll County Government

Location: Westminster

SEASONAL • TEMPORARY

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://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/

Job Description

As the Camp Director you will lead Hashawha Nature Camp, including supervising volunteer camp staff, to ensure a safe and well-organized camp environment for staff and campers. Working with the Park Naturalist, you will plan and conduct camp programs aligned with program curriculum. The work you do will help ensure participants have a safe and educational camp experience.
Essential Duties
• Collaborate with the Park Naturalist to develop lesson plans in accordance with program curriculum.
• Plan, prepare, and lead activities, including overnight excursions.
• Communicate with guardians to ensure participants are prepared for camp.
• Supervise participants during camp activities.
• Supervise and evaluate volunteer camp counselors.
• Maintain camp health log, including documenting illnesses and injuries.
• Assist the Park Naturalist in conducting public and private programs, including festivals, birthday parties, and field trips.
• Uphold all policies and regulations imposed by Park Management. Use park property and Nature center equipment responsibly.
• Implement standards developed in coordination with peers through policies, procedures, and work schedules. Lead team training to reinforce integrity, ethics, and use of best practices.
• Encourage collaboration and support team members work and development through mentorship. Build and maintain a welcoming workplace.
• Lead team operation to meet standards set in Federal, State, and local laws. Partner with legal counsel to ensure policies, procedures, and practices follow applicable Carroll County ordinances.
• Maintain transparent communication to support flow of information in the organization.
• Review budgets for the office. Recommend reallocating resources when necessary.
How You Will Succeed
Your Skills
• Working with Children (Intermediate)
• File Management/Recordkeeping (Intermediate)
Your Strengths
• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Exemplifying Integrity
• Holistic Thinking
• Inspirational Leadership
• Digital Literacy
• Continuous Learning
• Managing Resources
• Fostering Communication
• Problem Solving
• Safety Focus

Job Requirements

You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
• Courses in recreation & parks, nature interpretation, education, or a related field
• One or more years of related experience, including 24 weeks of experience in a camping or children’s program as an administrator or supervisor
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.
Required Licenses and Certifications
• Valid driver’s license
• CPR, AED, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certification (or must obtain prior to the first day of camp)
Additional Information
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• Work schedule includes nights, 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

Wages per hour: $19.25 – $19.75 per hour
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: NO

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

How to Apply: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 18 & over
Closing Date: 07/31/2025