Teen Excursion Camp Leader

Job Description

Job Description

Teen Excursion Camp Leader

Starting at $20 per hour

(Onsite)

The City of Falls Church Recreation and Parks Department is in search of energetic and fun-loving applicants for multiple part-time, temporary positions to operate the 2026 Summer Camps.

The City of Falls Church is an independent city six miles from the nation's capital. It is small in area (2.2 square miles) and population (about 16,000 people). The City is known for its urban village community, quality customer service, nationally ranked school system, environmental activism, and endless community activities.

• Responsibilities
  Leaders are needed to accompany school age children on daily outdoor adventure trips and to provide leadership in all aspects of the excursions. Leaders also accompany school age children to and from contracted camp destinations. Leaders should be able to comfortably participate in active physical excursion activities such as hiking, climbing, and watersports. Leader will drive a 15-passenger mini bus (no special license needed – only a regular driver’s license).

• Qualifications
  Applicants must be at least 21 years old, have a high school degree, and have taken college courses in childcare development, recreation, or a related field. Applicants must have a good driving record, and submit an official DMV record with the application , as this position will be required to drive a 15-passenger mini bus (regular driver’s license – no special license required). Applicants must have or be willing to complete CPR and First Aid certification before June 8, 2026.
• Hours
  The Leaders will work 20 to 40 hours per week on a varied schedule from June 8 through August 21, 2026.
• Salary
  The rate starts at $20.00 per hour with no benefits.

Our commitment to an inclusive workplace: The City of Falls Church is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the federal, state and/or local laws or regulations. Accommodations may be requested for applicants with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected] or 703-248-5127. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

All City facilities are smoke free.