55+ Programs Recreation Assistant IV (Part Time)

Arlington County Government; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Arlington County Government seeks multiple 55+ Recreation Assistant IVs to support Senior Adult Programs in a part-time daytime role across various community centers. Responsibilities include assisting with delivery of 55+ programming, travel between centers, and helping with daily operations such as opening/closing facilities and answering phones.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, substantial experience in administering recreational programs, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Considerable experience administering recreational programs including some experience leading or supervising recreational programs.

Responsibilities

• Support 55+ Senior Adult Programs by traveling to community centers to assist with delivery of 55+ programming.
• Assist with daily operations: opening/closing facilities, answering phones, responding to participant needs.
• Perform administrative duties in support of program operations and ensure compliance with County policies and procedures.

Skills

Program administration

Supervising recreational programs

Bilingual English/Spanish (desirable)

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

IMPORTANT NOTICE : Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Department of Parks & Recreation (DPR)is currently seeking multiple 55+ Recreation Assistant IVs to work part-time, daytime hours in support of Senior Adult Programs by traveling to different community centers to assist with the delivery of 55+ programming at our Senior Centers. This position will support the Senior Center Director and the Office of 55+ Programs with daily routine operations and management of the Senior Centers, to include opening and closing a facility, answering phones, responding to participant needs, performing administrative duties in support of program operations and ensuring compliance with County policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent; and
• Considerable experience administering recreational programs including some experience leading or supervising recreational programs.

Desirables

• Recreation program assessment, design, planning, implementation, and evaluation;
• Intermediate level computer skills, Microsoft office, and office equipment;
• Working with diverse communities;
• Overseeing special events; and/or
• Bilingual fluency in English/Spanish.

Special Requirements

• Resume Requirement: A complete application includes a resume.
• Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.
• Driver’s License: Applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid driver’s license, and must provide or authorize Arlington County to obtain a copy of your official driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon favorable review of the applicant’s driving record. Alternatively, the applicant must have the ability and willingness to use alternative methods of transportation to perform assigned duties and responsibilities at locations other than the primary worksite.
• Certifications: Must possess or obtain First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications within 60 days of hire.

Additional Information

• Work Hours: Varied schedule of 5 to 15 hours per week, primarily weekdays. Occasional evening or weekend hours are required for countywide and senior center special events. The official job title is Recreation Assistant IV.

Arlington County is committed to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across all our services, activities, and programs.