Summer Camp Supervisor - Parks

Full Job Description

Loudoun County Parks, Recreation & Community Services (PRCS) is dedicated to connecting all communities through exceptional people, parks, and programs. Our goal is to make Loudoun the community of choice through outstanding experiences while promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We collaborate to deliver programs and community services that provide social, personal, economic, and environmental benefits to last a lifetime. Come be a part of something that matters!

Requirements

As a Summer Camp Supervisor, you will play a key role in creating memorable experiences and enriching the lives of children within our communities. Our programs serve a diverse population of children in grades K-8 at parks across the county. You will be responsible for overseeing camp participants as they engage in recreational outdoor activities, arts and crafts, science experiments, and field trips to outdoor pools, sporting events, and other enjoyable venues. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, energetic, and skilled at leading children and youth of all ages in outdoor activities, helping them explore nature and experience the fun and discovery offered by PRCS Parks.

We are currently hiring for the following location(s):

• Claude Moore Park, Sterling, VA
• Hal & Berni Hanson Regional Park, Aldie, VA
• Franklin Park & Arts Center, Purcellville, VA

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing consistent and effective communication with children, their parents, and/or guardians.
• Prioritizing the health, safety, and company service standards to all our external and internal customers.
• Developing programs with modifications for all ages, abilities, and adaptive needs.
• Promoting a professional cross-team environment and upholding required standards.
• Work with Leaders, Aides, and team members to engage children and encourage participation.
• Lead weekly field trips and/or pool trips.
• Additional critical job responsibilities may be undertaken that are specific to the role and departmental assignment.

Schedule:

• Positions are scheduled from June 2026 to August 2026.
• Workdays are Monday-Friday with flexible hours between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Consistent Scheduling and/or "As-Needed" Scheduling are available and vary by location.

As a Summer Camp Supervisor, you will play a key role in creating memorable experiences and enriching the lives of children within our communities. Our programs serve a diverse population of children in grades K-8 at parks across the county. You will be responsible for overseeing camp participants as they engage in recreational outdoor activities, arts and crafts, science experiments, and field trips to outdoor pools, sporting events, and other enjoyable venues. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic, energetic, and skilled at leading children and youth of all ages in outdoor activities, helping them explore nature and experience the fun and discovery offered by PRCS Parks.

We are currently hiring for the following location(s):

• Claude Moore Park, Sterling, VA
• Hal & Berni Hanson Regional Park, Aldie, VA
• Franklin Park & Arts Center, Purcellville, VA

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing consistent and effective communication with children, their parents, and/or guardians.
• Prioritizing the health, safety, and company service standards to all our external and internal customers.
• Developing programs with modifications for all ages, abilities, and adaptive needs.
• Promoting a professional cross-team environment and upholding required standards.
• Work with Leaders, Aides, and team members to engage children and encourage participation.
• Lead weekly field trips and/or pool trips.
• Additional critical job responsibilities may be undertaken that are specific to the role and departmental assignment.

Schedule:

• Positions are scheduled from June 2026 to August 2026.
• Workdays are Monday-Friday with flexible hours between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Consistent Scheduling and/or "As-Needed" Scheduling are available and vary by location.

*This position is eligible for a $1,000.00 hiring bonus following the County’s Hiring and Retention Bonus Program.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; 3 years of programmatic experience supervising children.


Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a child-related field such as Elementary Education, Nursing, or Recreation from a nationally recognized organization and one (1) year of program experience supervising children; or Master’s degree and six (6) months of program experience supervising children.

Additional Information

• Must undergo pre-employment, criminal, and fingerprinting background checks.
• First Aid (Infant through Adult)/CPR certifications before or immediately after hire.
• Pass TB test within 30 days of hire and each year thereafter.
• Must be willing to attend (up to) 10 hours of paid programmatic training before the summer to enhance skills and knowledge of school-aged childcare and programming.
• Must be physically able to keep up with participants, lift 50 pounds, and work outdoors (sportsplex, forestry, trails, and uneven, wet, dry terrains, etc.).