2026 Recreation Department Seasonal Employment Opportunities

Search through Newburgh's employment opportunities. Subscribe to job posting notifications to be automatically alerted of the latest career opportunities by clicking on the Notify Me button. Featured job listings display on the top of all job listings and are designed to stand out from the others. After completing all the steps, click Preview to open a preview of your listing in a new window or click Proceed to Checkout where you can purchase the listing for the duration you specified. 2026 Recreation Department Seasonal Employment Opportunities Summer Camp Director $23/hour. 40hrs/week x 9 weeks Must be 21 or over to apply. Is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the camp’s operation, including planning activities, managing staff, ensuring camper safety, maintaining a positive camp culture, and managing the overall camp experience. Two (2) years’ experience working with children or youth related programs required. CPR and First Aid Certification required. Summer Camp Director $21/hour. 40hrs/week x 8 weeks Must be 21 or over to apply. Is responsible for assisting with all aspects of the camp’s operation, including planning activities, managing staff, ensuring camper safety, maintaining a positive camp culture, and managing the overall camp experience. One (1) year experience working with children or youth related programs required. CPR and First Aid Certification required. Summer Camp Director $20/hour. 40hrs/week x 8 weeks Must be 21 or over to apply. First Aid, EMT or Nursing Certification/License required. Documents and maintains records of all first aide treatments, keeps inventory of supplies, provides on-site care, observation and evaluation of sick campers and staff. Summer Camp Counselor $20/hour. 40hrs/week x 7 weeks Must be 18 or over to apply. Supervises, leads and engages campers in daily activities and adventures to ensure a safe and enjoyable camp experience. One year experience working with children or youth related programs required. CPR and First Aid Certification required. Recreation Laborer $18-$20/hour. 40hrs/week x 20-40 weeks Must be 18 or over to apply. Must be available during daytime, evening and weekend hours. Performs routine manual work in all types of weather and performs facility and grounds maintenance. CPR and First Aid Certification required. Valid NYS Driver’s License required. How to Apply In person at Human Resources, 123 Grand Street, Newburgh, NY 12550 or Newburgh Recreation Department, 401 Washington Street, Newburgh, NY 12550, or Assistant Summer Camp Director Summer Camp First Aid Attendant Summer Camp Counselor How to Apply (continued): Visit the locations above to submit an application or contact the City of Newburgh recreation department for additional information. Preference and Equal Opportunity Preference in appointment will be given to City of Newburgh Residents Applications accepted until positions are filled. Please be aware you will receive a Signature Confirmation from View email address on click.appcast.io to the email address you provide, which confirms the successful submission of your application. If you do not see this email in your inbox, please be sure to check your Spam/Junk folder.

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