City Council Announces Summer Jobs For Youth and Adults

  City Council President Francisco “Frank” Moran today announced that the City of Camden is accepting applications for various youth and adult summer employment positions for the 2017 Summer Recreation Program and the Summer Food Service Program. Depending on the available summer position, the temporary seasonal employment can pay between $8.50 – $15.00 per hour.

  “We are delighted be able to offer the Summer Employment Program and Summer Food Service Program as they remain a staples in Camden,” Mayor Dana Redd said. “These programs are extremely popular and provide much needed services which our community depend on. Every year we see a high level of participation and we are expecting the same this summer.”
  
“They are tremendous programs which not only allow residents to gain income but also a good source of nutrition for our children,” City Council President Frank Moran said. “As a resident myself, I have witnessed first-hand the positive effects felt throughout the City. I encourage Camden residents to apply and take full advantage of this opportunity.”

  The City’s Summer Youth Employment Program is a six week program designed to provide an educational experience and financial incentive for our City’s youth. It exposes them a structured work environment that has proven to motivate them to finish high school and pursue higher education. Youth participating gain the understanding that with an education, the possibility of attaining a quality job and an improved quality of life increases. The youth placed in offices and other work sites will also develop relationships with employees that foster positive interpersonal relationships.

  The City’s Food Service Program distributes thousands of free lunches a day to Camden children. In previous years, the Summer Recreation Program had almost 4,000 Camden children participate throughout the summer.

  We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to provide Camden youth with a great summer experience filled with safe, fun activities. The City of Camden is an equal opportunity employer.

  All applications MUST be received by Friday, May 26, 2017.

  For adult positions, a person must be 18 years or older. Available adult positions include:

          Recreation Site Supervisor – Responsible for the day-to-day management of Recreation/Food Service Site. Candidate should have prior experience in managing a recreation site or student personnel. Duties include supervision of site personnel; ensure a safe environment; record keeping; meal ordering; coordination of daily program activities; and other related duties. The position is for Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and pays between $10.00 to $12.00 an hour.

          Recreation Site Aide – Assists recreation site supervisor in the day-to-day management of Recreation/Food Service Site. Duties include supervision of program participants during program activities (including meal service); assist recreation site supervisor in taking daily attendance; and other related duties. The position is for Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and pays between $9.00 to $9.50 an hour. CONTACT: Vincent Basara, City of Camden 856-757-7200 IMMEDIATE RELEASE DATE: May 10th, 2017

          Summer Program Monitor – Responsible for visiting program sites on a daily basis, observing meal service and other program activities. Candidates should have several years of experience in summer recreation. Duties include ensuring that site personnel maintain records; ensure that program operates in accordance with regulations; prepare reports; suggest corrective action; and conduct on-site training when necessary. The position is for Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and pays between $12.00 to $15.00 an hour.

          Youth Employment Monitor – Provide work site monitoring in our Summer Youth Employment Program. They will also be involved in assuring worksite compliance, collecting timesheets acting as liaison between the worksite and the Office of Youth Services and other duties related to carrying out an effective work experience program. The position pays $10.00 an hour.

For summer youth positions (ages of 14 – 17 years). Available youth positions include:

          Youth Recreation Aide – The youth is assigned to a work experience position that will aid them in choosing future career paths and improve their self-esteem and confidence. The position pays $8.50 an hour.

For the 2017 Summer Pool Season, the following positions are available:

          Recreation Pool Aide (Pool Maintenance) Responsible for ensuring adherence to pool safety rules, as well as performing routine pool maintenance responsibilities (i.e. removing debris from pool, keeping shower areas clean, keeping pool decks clear/clean, etc.). The positions is for Sunday through Saturday, shift may vary between 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and pays $8.50 to $9.00 an hour.

          Recreation Pool Aide Responsible for enforcing pool rules and ensuring safety of those individuals in our pool and the pool facility. Maintains pool sign in sheets. Performs regular facility checks. Maintains facility while pool is open to the public. The position is for Sunday through Saturday, 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and pays $9.00 an hour.

          Recreation Pool Leader (Pool Maintenance) Will supervise pool aides during morning pool maintenance. Responsible for supervising and performing routine pool maintenance responsibilities (i.e. removing debris from pool, ensuring that shower areas are clean, keeping pool decks clear and clean, etc). The position is for Sunday through Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and pays $10.00 an hour.

          Recreation Pool Supervisor Will supervise Life Guards and recreation aides assigned to our pools. They will ensure life guard coverage and adherence to pool safety rules, as well as assign and oversee pool maintenance responsibilities (i.e. removing debris from pool, keeping shower areas clean, keeping pool decks clear/clean, etc.). The position is for Sunday through Saturday, shift may vary and pays $15.00 an hour.

For additional information regarding adult employment, please contact the City of Camden’s Bureau of Recreation, North Camden Community Center (1000 North 6th Street) at 856-757-7096 or 856-968-6444.

​For additional information regarding youth employment, please contact the City’s Office of Youth Services, Charles “Poppy” Sharp Community Center (713 Broadway) at 856-757-7368 or 856-757-7644. 

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