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Student Associate, PDCI Summer Camp Assistant Manager

University of Cincinnati
retirement plan
United States, Ohio, Cincinnati
Feb 13, 2026
Job Description Apply now Job Title: Student Associate, PDCI Summer Camp Assistant Manager Posting Start Date: 2/12/26 Work Arrangement: Onsite Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more atuc.edu. UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success. 2026 Application for PDCI Summer Camp Assistant Manager The College of Engineering and Applied Science Office of Professional Development and Community Impact (PDCI) is hiring a Summer Camp Assistant Manager. The Assistant Manager is the second in charge for the Summer Camp program. This role is one of both curriculum design, logistical/program planning, and daily execution. The candidate must be available for 5 hours per week during the Spring 2026 semester (flexible hours) and full time (35-40 hours) from early May until August. They will serve as an extension of Summer Camps within the office of Professional Development & Community Impact, striving to inform, guide, support, and serve all individuals quality summer educational experiences at the University of Cincinnati - College of Engineering and Applied Science. Students with a teaching/camp counseling background and those with program planning experience are highly encouraged to apply. General Tasks include: Assistance with engineering curriculum creation Camp lesson plan instruction using educational methodologies and pedagogies Logistical planning and room reservations Classroom Management and behavioral supervision of minors Material inventory and communication of needs to supervisor in a timely manner Communication with parents of minors Supervision of camp counselors Duties/Responsibilities include: Overseeing the daily operations of camps, including instruction of students Create weekly/daily schedules Being resourceful and self-starting to ensure all goals are met with limited oversight Confidentiality with student information Maintaining a regular schedule, including time management and transitional time Assisting with creation and development of all camp programming Alignment of camp lesson plans to State and National standards Supervisory experience: will be responsible for hiring camp counselors; providing coaching; and disciplinary action Task delegation Assisting with conflict resolution Act as a liaison for the college with visiting engineering professionals and various camp partnership relations Ensure all safety measures are followed Model professional behavior and attitudes for campers and staff Completing other duties as assigned Qualifications: Current UC undergraduate or graduate student; with a minimum 2.5 GPA or above 1-2 years teaching experience and/or bachelor's degree in an Education-related field preferred Experience working in camps, with children or with specific activities Ability to pass a background check to work with minors High level of responsibility and accountability Strong Communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills Ability to act in stressful situationsand make quick decisions based off prior knowledge Flexible, upbeat, engaging personality Proficient in Microsoft Office, group communication channels First aid experience a plus Questions about the PDCI Camp Assistant Manager position can be directed to Blaire Bartish at bartisbm@ucmail.uc.edu No unsolicited phone calls please. As a UC student employee, and employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP). If hired, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility. You will need to present acceptable, original forms of identification such as a passport, photo ID and Social Security Card. (To review acceptable documents, please visit Acceptable I-9 Documents.) If you do not currently have these documents available, please try to ensure that you do, prior to your start date. Hourly Pay Rate: To learn more about student employment at The University of Cincinnati, please visit https://www.uc.edu/campus-life/careereducation/get-experience/student-employment.html. 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