Sailing Assistant Camp Counselor

Join the award-winning Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) team and help make a real impact in this community! As part of our National Gold Medal Award–winning organization, you’ll help bring joy, adventure, and enrichment to millions each year. JCPRD welcomes over 7 million visitors to our parks and engages 3 million+ participants in more than 4,000 programs—and we’re still growing. 

When you work at JCPRD, you’re joining a team recognized locally, regionally, and nationally for excellence in parks, recreation, culture, education, and public service. Enjoy outstanding benefits, retirement plans, employee incentives, and a workplace culture built on passion, creativity, and teamwork. 

Named Best Large Employer in Johnson County for two years running, JCPRD is the perfect place to grow your career, make a difference, and have fun doing it. Come work where you play—and help us inspire healthier, happier lives for everyone! 

• Assist with the instruction of Sailing Camp Level I and II.
• Help maintain, set up, and store sailing equipment.
• Follow safety protocol and assist campers in sailing safety.
• Assist with camper supervision and communication with parents.  

• Minimum age of 16 years or older.
• Experience working with children.
• Previous sailing experience.
• Must be able to swim.
• Exposure to extreme summer temperatures and water.  
• Lift 20-50 pounds independently.  Lift 50-300 pounds as a group.
• Climb in and out of a small sailboat.
• Lift self from water into small sailboat without assistance.  
• Pass criminal background check.
• Pass CPR and First Aid Training

JCPRD requires reference/background screening for all positions.  Specified criteria may vary by Department.