Welcome to the
Bergen County, New Jersey
Borough of Bogota
BOROUGH OF BOGOTA
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Key Contacts
Recreation Director
Phillip Conte
Recreation Center Address
162 West Main Street
Bogota, New Jersey 07603
Telephone
201-487-4368
eMail Contact
Recreation Department
The goal of the Bogota Recreation Department is to provide year-round activities and quality recreation programming for the community. To this end, the Recreation Center provides a wide range of programs and activities.
The meeting room in the Recreation Center Building is available to Bogota residents for private parties and gatherings. We recommended that a reservation be made at least one week in advance of the anticipated use.
A new state of the art playground is designed to provide children and parents with learn by activities.
Committee Meetings, in addition to regular meetings are held on the third Wednesday of every month at 7:00PM. There are no Recreation Committee meetings in the month of July and August.
Recreation Committee Members
MowZus Baugh
Stephanie Carl
Jared Deutch
Nicole DeValle
Jonathon Escalante
Kristen Meberg
Sandra Ospina
Phillip Conte, Recreation Director
Councilman William Hordern, Council Liaison
Councilman John Mitchell, Council Liaison
Upcoming Events
Posted 3/18/2025
Posted 4/7/2025
2025 Recreation Summer Camp Employment Opportunities
Posted 3/26/2025
Summer Camp Councilor
Posted March 26, 2025. Applications accepted until April 25, 2025
Job Title: Summer Camp Counselor
Job Summary:
The Summer Camp Counselor plays a vital role in creating a fun, safe, and engaging environment for campers. Reporting to the Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director, counselors are responsible for supervising campers, leading activities, and ensuring a positive camp experience. This role requires enthusiasm, responsibility, and strong leadership skills to foster a memorable summer for all participants.
Key Responsibilities:
● Supervise and engage campers in daily activities, ensuring their safety and well-being.
● Lead and participate in recreational activities, including sports, arts and crafts, and group games.
● Assist with organizing and executing camp events, field trips, and special programs.
● Monitor and enforce camp rules and safety guidelines.
● Conduct daily headcounts and assist in maintaining camper accountability.
● Assist with lunch distribution, pool supervision, and transition between activities.
● Foster a positive and inclusive camp environment by promoting teamwork and respect.
● Communicate effectively with campers, fellow staff, and camp leadership.
● Provide first aid assistance when needed and report any incidents to the Camp Director or Assistant Camp Director.
● Help maintain cleanliness and organization of camp facilities.
Qualifications:
● Must be at least 16 years old.
● Previous experience working with children preferred.
● Strong communication and leadership skills.
● Ability to work well in a team environment.
● CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain before camp starts) is a plus.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resume via email to pconte@bogotaonline.org.