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Shawnee County Parks + Recreation

Day Camp Assistant Manager

May - August 2019 • Topeka, KS

What I liked

I liked how it was only during the summer because it allowed me to get in alot of hours while I was not in school full time.

What I wish was different

I wish I would have gotten paid a little more.

Advice

Great experience if you plan on working with children in your future career!!
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Maintenance

May 2019 • Topeka, KS

What I liked

I like the freedom this job gives me to move around and about while completing tasks. I love seeing the beauty of the lake every morning.

What I wish was different

I wish we had more power over our positions.

Advice

This is a good job to work while going to school, but make sure to continue to strive toward your dreams!
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Camp Assistant Manager

May - August 2019 • Topeka, KS

What I liked

I love being able to work with school aged children during the summer! I’m studying elementary education, and spent year around with children. Camp is so fun and we are able to swim everyday and also go on fun field trips!

What I wish was different

Since it was my first year as assistant manager, I hope to learn from this past year to help me for next year!

Advice

Summer camp has definitely been one of the greatest jobs I’ve had!
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Golf Course Laborer

May 2019 • Topeka, KS

What I liked

I liked the early mornings and the freedom of being given tasks and finishing them accordingly.

What I wish was different

I wish I would have paid more.

Advice

Always work hard at what you do, and you will be offered a pay raise.
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Recreation Leader

October 2018 • Topeka, KS

What I liked

What I wish was different

Advice

Gain experience as a recreation aide before going into a supervisory position. I have found it much easier to empathize with employees I am responsible for when I have been in their position.
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