Camp Happy Tails Assistant

Job Title: Camp Happy Tails Assistant

Department: Education & Outreach

Classification: Full-time, temporary, non-exempt

Reports to: Humane Education Coordinator

Supervises: Junior Counselors (indirect oversight)

Job Purpose

The Camp Assistant supports the day-to-day operations of Camp Happy Tails, a children’s camp program offered by the Potter League for Animals. The Camp Assistant plays a vital role in maintaining a welcoming and well-organized camp environment, assisting with camper activities, guiding junior counselors, and ensuring camp spaces are prepared and reset daily. The position requires enthusiasm, reliability, attention to detail, and a genuine enjoyment of working with children and animals.

Accountabilities

• Responsible for providing assistance to the Humane Educator in the planning, preparation and execution of summer camp.
• Support the setup and breakdown of camp spaces, including preparing tables with supplies and sanitization materials.
• Ensure all camp areas are organized, clean, and fully stocked each day.
• Guide and assign tasks to junior counselors; ensure they are actively engaged and adhering to camp expectations.
• Maintain attendance records for junior counselors and assist with camper sign-in/out as needed.
• Organize and lead aftercare activities, ensuring a smooth and engaging experience for campers staying late.
• Communicate professionally with guardians, campers, and team members.
• Adhere to all safety and conduct protocols in alignment with Potter League standards.
• Demonstrate flexibility, initiative, and teamwork to meet daily needs.
• Other duties as requested.

Sucess Factors

The ideal candidate for this role will:

• Be enthusiastic, responsible, and enjoy working with children and animals.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and a proactive mindset.
• Be a positive role model for junior counselors and campers.
• Stay calm and effective in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with adults and children alike.
• Value teamwork, compassion, and inclusion.
• Values meaningful work and their positive impact on themselves, their colleagues, and the people and pets the Potter League serves.
• Embraces their own uniqueness and individuality and that of others.

Schedule:

• Weekdays

Workplace Culture

People from all walks of life and professional backgrounds work in animal care. If you want an inclusive environment where your individuality is encouraged, the Potter League might be the place for you.

How to apply: Please send your resume, employment application, or cover letter to: Jeanne Jautaikis, Humane Education Coordinator, at jjautaikis@potterleague.org

EMPLOYMENT DISCLAIMER: This job description is not a contract – management reserves the right to change its contents at any time. This organization complies with the guidelines set forth in the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era. This organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer.