Recreation Leader - Camp Mather Summer 2026 (outside of San Francisco) - 3279 TEX As-Needed

POSITION DESCRIPTION:  The three Recreation Leader Levels are summarized below: Under supervision of Recreation staff,  Recreation Leader I  performs facility monitoring work, light office tasks, customer service duties, and occasional janitorial tasks; assists with program delivery based upon interest and skills, etc.  The Camp Mather assignment will work in the office and assist with Recreation activities (children's activities, camp fire, etc). Recreation Leader II  delivers exciting recreation programs and activities in group settings.  Programs may range from Arts, Sports to Expanded Learning. At Camp Mather, this may include office administration, camp recreation and Challenge (Ropes) Course (see below). The Camp Mather Challenge (Ropes) course staff facilitates guest participation on both high and low ropes course elements. The staff member will assist or provide guidance and instruction to camp patrons on multiple aspects ( safety, equipment, course element progress, overcoming challenges, building confidence, and personal development). Staff members will work with participants of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Work environment is outdoors with inclement weather conditions. Staff work approximately 40 hours over the course of 6 days per week. Work includes all aspects of preparing, maintaining, and operating a high ropes challenge course.    Note - due to operational circumstances, most of the Challenge Course assignments will be only at the Recreation Leader II level. Training on this course will be conducted in the middle of May. Recreation Leader III  is responsible for the delivery of all Certified recreation, leisure and sport programs and activities where we believe a certificate/advanced expertise is necessary.  Distinguishing Feature : The Recreation Leader I performs program assistance and facility monitoring, while Leaders II and III are responsible for direct instruction of recreation, leisure and sport programs and activities. Recreation Leaders III provides program instruction at the higher level of skill/expertise as deemed necessary by the Department. Common and Essential Job Duties:  May also be responsible for the set up and take down of facility tables and chairs and occasional janitorial tasks, perform other related duties as required, etc. 2026 Camp Mather Dates: May 16, 2026: Arrival at camp. Sunday and Monday are mandatory workdays - the one days off will be scheduled during the remainder of the week.  September 11, 2026:  Conclusion of camp assignment    Policies and Expectations of Staff  Employees are expected to follow the policies as described in the 2026 Camp Mather Workplace Policies. Failure to follow these policies may result in termination.    Work Conditions at Camp Mather  Housing and Meals: During employment, FREE meals and housing is provided to camp employees. Camp staff live in shared housing with 1-2 other camp staff.  Nature of Work:  Includes working both indoors and outdoors, exposure to sun, snow, rain, high/low temperatures, and potential wildfire smoke, and will regularly encounter bugs and insects.  Work Schedule : Work schedule to be determined. Shifts include weekends and evenings. Overtime may be required.  Work Location:  Camp Mather is located in the High Sierra near Yosemite National Park about 3 hours east of San Francisco. The nearest town (Groveland) is located 50 mins away. Transportation:  Camp Mather employees are responsible for securing their own transportation to and from Camp Mather. Parking is available for personal vehicles. Public transportation and Rideshare Apps (Uber/Lyft) are limited and are not a reliable source because of our remote location.  Cell Phone & Internet ... (truncated, view full listing at source)