Camp Lead, Blue Camp (4129U), Recreation & Wellbeing - #75531

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75531

Location

Main Campus-Berkeley

Full / Part Time

Part Time

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About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value.

We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , Principles of Community , and Strategic Plan .

At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley.

Departmental Overview

UC Berkeley Youth Recreation (formerly Cal Youth Camps) leads the way in providing summer camps for kids of all ages. Located on the UC Berkeley campus for more than 60 years, we offer high-caliber, impactful, and fun camps.

Position Summary

Camp Leads provide leadership to assigned seasonal camp programs. Camp Leads are responsible for management of assigned staff, development, implementation, and overall communication with parents and families. Camp Leads serve on seasonal summer camp leadership team and report directly to the Youth Camps Supervisor.

Camp Leads regularly work on tasks that are varied and complex. They apply a full range of specialized skills and job knowledge and frequently adapts procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and / or equipment to meet specialized needs. Camp Leads perform broad and / or focused assignments under general supervision. Originality and ingenuity are often required to help establish procedures in functional area. Camp Leads rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish assigned tasks.

Camp Leads must be a specialized and skilled leader for a non-credited recreational or sports program. Camp Leads create and implement recreational programs for participants of all ages and may serve as a lead or mentor for other program instructors and may be required to provide instruction. Program leaders at this level are required to demonstrate considerable discretion, initiative and independence to resolve issues and perform other duties as assigned.

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is : 01 / 28 / 2025. This is an ongoing hiring process with multiple positions available. Applications will be regularly assessed, and hiring will occur at various points throughout the year. The job listing will remain open for as long as applications are accepted.

Responsibilities

SUPPORT & COACHING

• Provide guidance and constructive feedback to Group Leaders as the camp day goes on.
• Provide guidance to all staff (Group Leaders, Instructors, Junior Counselors, and Counselors-in-Training) about creating and executing lesson plans.
• Check-in with instructors throughout the camp day and observe their lesson plans in action. Give constructive feedback in the moment, as appropriate.
• Provide training, support, and coaching to assigned staff (e.g., Asst. Leads, Group Leaders, and Instructors) working in assigned camp program(s), giving direction and feedback as necessary.
• Assist with the development of and help facilitate in-person staff training.
• Maintain and promote the health, safety, and well-being of camp staff.
• Organize, implement, and document a professional development program, including weekly staff meetings.
• Ensure staff are adhering to and understand all stated policies and procedures of the Recreational Sports Department, and UC Berkeley, while providing a safe, fun, and educational skills-based experience for all youth campers / participants.
• Help campers, and staff adjust to camp life and each other.
• Motivate campers and staff to enthusiastically participate in all programs and activities.

ADMINISTRATIVE

PROGRAMMATIC

MISCELLANEOUS

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Salary & Benefits

This is a 3-4 month, part-time (12 hours / week), contract appointment. This is a non-exempt position, which is paid biweekly at an hourly rate.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $23.50 - $23.75.

How to Apply

Other Information

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

Misconduct

SB 791 and AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement : As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct :

UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant, please see the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission poster.

The University of California's Affirmative action policy .

The University of California's Anti-Discrimination policy .