Job Description

Location

6800 Mowry Avenue Newark, 94560

Description

Camp Newark is seeking a confident, creative, and organized leader to serve as an Activity Coordinator for our dynamic summer camp program. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in high-energy environments and are passionate about creating meaningful experiences for youth ages 6–11. 

The Activity Coordinator plays a key leadership role in planning and delivering engaging daily programming while supporting and supervising camp staff. This position requires strong communication, organization, and leadership skills, along with the ability to create a fun, structured, and safe camp environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Create, schedule, and implement creative camp activities for youth ages 6–11, including arts and crafts, sports, games, and STEM-based enrichment. 

• Lead, mentor, and evaluate camp counselors, including training and delegating responsibilities. 

• Coordinate daily camp schedules, special events, and field trips. 

• Maintain clear and professional communication with parents regarding camper experiences and program information. 

• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for all participants. 

• Support overall camp operations and assist with problem-solving as needed. 

This position requires working both indoors and outdoors in a fast-paced summer camp setting. 

WORK SCHEDULE 

Summer-only position (June – August) 

Monday–Friday 

30–35 hours per week 

Applicants should be available throughout the majority of the summer season, with limited vacation time (less than one week preferred). 

Interviews will take place through early May 2026. Virtual interviews are available for applicants away at school. 

REQUIREMENTS 

• Must be at least 18 years of age. 

• City application (only accepted via CalOpps). 

• Prior experience working with school-age children is required. 

• Must successfully pass a TB test prior to appointment (at candidate’s expense). 

• Required to submit to a City Fingerprint Background Investigation. 

• In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all employees must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States. 

• All new employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath. 

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate: 

• Has proven experience working with children, preferably in a leadership or camp counseling role. 

• Demonstrates strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. 

• Is confident managing, training, and supporting staff. 

• Brings positive energy and professionalism to a team environment. 

• Values teamwork, accountability, and creating impactful youth experiences. 

The Ideal candidate demonstrates the City’s PRIDE Values including, Personal Servicethrough professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the community, while using Resourcefulnessand Innovationto adapt, problem-solve, and create value. They embrace Diversityand promote Engagementby fostering inclusion, collaboration, and meaningful connections.

Benefits

This is a non-benefited, part-time, seasonal, temporary position. Temporary employees will only work up to 1,000 hours per year.

PART-TIME BENEFITS:

• Sick Leave: After 90 days from an employee’s hire date, the employee is entitled to 5 days (40 hours) sick leave per fiscal year. Sick hours do not roll over to the next year and therefore must be utilized or forfeited annually.

RETIREMENT:

• Temporary employees will be required to contribute to a Nationwide Deferred Compensation Plan.

TEMPORARY EMPLOYEE STATUS:

• Employment may be terminated with or without cause or notice, at any time, at the will of the City of Newark, in its sole discretion.

Special Instructions

We will make reasonable efforts in all phases of the selection process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at 510-578-4267 or at hr@newarkca.govfor accommodation requests. 

The City of Newark is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace, and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of any local, state, or federal protected class. 

 
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, all potential employees are required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.  All new employees are required by law to sign a loyalty oath. 

All communication for this recruitment will be via email. 

RECRUITMENT CONTACT: 

Camp Newark 

Katie Fuerte 

Recreation Coordinator 

Email: katie.fuerte@newarkca.gov  

Recruitment Contact

Contact email: 

katie.fuerte@newarkca.gov

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