City of Norfolk, VA
Recreation Specialist - Recreation Centers
City of Norfolk, VA, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500
Recreation Specialist - Recreation Centers
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Salary: $51,610.42
The City of Norfolk Department of Parks & Recreation is seeking a Recreational Specialist to assist in planning, implementing and evaluating recreational programs and daily activities of the center. The role involves managing center operations, providing assistance to employees, evaluating programs, interacting with children, adults and seniors, directing volunteers and part‑time employees, and contributing to the cultural growth of individuals. Norfolk’s Parks & Recreation has received national accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies, ensuring quality services for residents.
Essential Functions
Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating recreational programs and daily activities.
Serve on committees for planning and marketing events.
Assist in managing facility operations and aid employees; interact with children, teens, adults, and seniors.
Participate in activities, provide informational materials, and direct volunteers and part‑time employees.
Manage daily operations: schedule and monitor volunteers, compile figures, prepare reports, authorise permits, and collect program and facility rental fees.
Respond to citizen inquiries and contribute to the growth of youth, teens, adults, seniors, and volunteers.
Market the recreation program by distributing flyers, announcements, and submitting press releases.
Perform related administrative responsibilities and provide input on purchases.
Education/Experience Work requires knowledge in a specific vocational, administrative, or technical field, which may be obtained with six months to one year of advanced study or training beyond high‑school equivalency. Six months of relevant experience is required.
Preferred Education/Experience
Associate’s degree in Recreation and Tourism, Physical Education, or a closely related field.
At least one year of experience in recreation and leisure activities.
At least one year of experience working with youth, teens, adults, or seniors.
Preferred Licenses & Certifications
Valid driver’s license.
First Aid and CPR certification.
Work Hours Monday to Sunday; 6:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.; not to exceed 40 hours per week; flexible hours. Will apply including weekends, holidays, and special events.
Benefits
Regular full‑time and permanent part‑time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, employer‑paid pension plan, basic life insurance, optional health plans, Section 457 deferred compensation, long‑term disability, and additional medical and dependent care reimbursement plans.
Special project / grant employees are generally eligible for similar benefits, though retirement and insurance may vary by funding and authorization.
Temporary/seasonal and part‑time employees are generally eligible for employer‑provided parking and credit union membership.
Retirement If hired October 5, 2010, or after, the City of Norfolk Retirement System applies: 5% salary contribution (pre‑tax payroll deduction).
If hired January 1, 2022, or after, the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) applies: 5% salary contribution (pre‑tax payroll deduction).
Tuition Assistance Program Established to encourage employee self‑development. Permanent full‑time and permanent part‑time classified, unclassified full‑time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service may apply. The enrolled institution must be accredited.
Note The benefits described above are broad generalizations. Specific eligibility is governed by City regulations and job type.
Supplemental Questions
I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.
Choose the highest level of education you have completed.
High School Diploma/GED
Some College (6 months or more)
Vocational/Technical Degree
Associate’s Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree or higher
How many years of experience do you have working with children in a recreation or education setting?
Briefly describe your experience working with youth, teens, adults or seniors in a recreation or education setting.
This position requires the ability to plan, implement and evaluate recreation programs for youth, teens, adults, and seniors. Do you have experience in these areas?
If yes, describe your experience for each age group. If no, type N/A.
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Do you possess a current CPR Certification?
Do you possess a current First Aid certificate?
Please indicate your veteran status.
Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee?
A conviction (felony or misdemeanor) does not necessarily eliminate you from employment consideration. Have you ever been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor?
If you answered yes in question 12, please provide an explanation including the city, state, and date of the conviction. (Excludes minor traffic violations.)
Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if none.
If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee’s full name, department, job title, and your relationship to the employee. Indicate N/A if not.
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Salary: $51,610.42
The City of Norfolk Department of Parks & Recreation is seeking a Recreational Specialist to assist in planning, implementing and evaluating recreational programs and daily activities of the center. The role involves managing center operations, providing assistance to employees, evaluating programs, interacting with children, adults and seniors, directing volunteers and part‑time employees, and contributing to the cultural growth of individuals. Norfolk’s Parks & Recreation has received national accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies, ensuring quality services for residents.
Essential Functions
Assist in planning, implementing, and evaluating recreational programs and daily activities.
Serve on committees for planning and marketing events.
Assist in managing facility operations and aid employees; interact with children, teens, adults, and seniors.
Participate in activities, provide informational materials, and direct volunteers and part‑time employees.
Manage daily operations: schedule and monitor volunteers, compile figures, prepare reports, authorise permits, and collect program and facility rental fees.
Respond to citizen inquiries and contribute to the growth of youth, teens, adults, seniors, and volunteers.
Market the recreation program by distributing flyers, announcements, and submitting press releases.
Perform related administrative responsibilities and provide input on purchases.
Education/Experience Work requires knowledge in a specific vocational, administrative, or technical field, which may be obtained with six months to one year of advanced study or training beyond high‑school equivalency. Six months of relevant experience is required.
Preferred Education/Experience
Associate’s degree in Recreation and Tourism, Physical Education, or a closely related field.
At least one year of experience in recreation and leisure activities.
At least one year of experience working with youth, teens, adults, or seniors.
Preferred Licenses & Certifications
Valid driver’s license.
First Aid and CPR certification.
Work Hours Monday to Sunday; 6:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.; not to exceed 40 hours per week; flexible hours. Will apply including weekends, holidays, and special events.
Benefits
Regular full‑time and permanent part‑time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, employer‑paid pension plan, basic life insurance, optional health plans, Section 457 deferred compensation, long‑term disability, and additional medical and dependent care reimbursement plans.
Special project / grant employees are generally eligible for similar benefits, though retirement and insurance may vary by funding and authorization.
Temporary/seasonal and part‑time employees are generally eligible for employer‑provided parking and credit union membership.
Retirement If hired October 5, 2010, or after, the City of Norfolk Retirement System applies: 5% salary contribution (pre‑tax payroll deduction).
If hired January 1, 2022, or after, the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) applies: 5% salary contribution (pre‑tax payroll deduction).
Tuition Assistance Program Established to encourage employee self‑development. Permanent full‑time and permanent part‑time classified, unclassified full‑time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service may apply. The enrolled institution must be accredited.
Note The benefits described above are broad generalizations. Specific eligibility is governed by City regulations and job type.
Supplemental Questions
I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.
Choose the highest level of education you have completed.
High School Diploma/GED
Some College (6 months or more)
Vocational/Technical Degree
Associate’s Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree or higher
How many years of experience do you have working with children in a recreation or education setting?
Briefly describe your experience working with youth, teens, adults or seniors in a recreation or education setting.
This position requires the ability to plan, implement and evaluate recreation programs for youth, teens, adults, and seniors. Do you have experience in these areas?
If yes, describe your experience for each age group. If no, type N/A.
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Do you possess a current CPR Certification?
Do you possess a current First Aid certificate?
Please indicate your veteran status.
Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee?
A conviction (felony or misdemeanor) does not necessarily eliminate you from employment consideration. Have you ever been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor?
If you answered yes in question 12, please provide an explanation including the city, state, and date of the conviction. (Excludes minor traffic violations.)
Please provide an explanation of any periods of unemployment that are 30 days or longer. Indicate N/A if none.
If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee’s full name, department, job title, and your relationship to the employee. Indicate N/A if not.
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