First Tee Coordinator

Prince William County; Virginia; On-site; USD 71,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement from the Virginia Pension (

401a and 457 plans

Paid annual leave

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Medical, dental & vision plans

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Prince William County Parks & Recreation is seeking a Recreation Specialist to develop, implement, and evaluate engaging youth recreation programs, with a focus on First Tee programming County-wide and at Lake Ridge Park.

You will coordinate schedules, promote activities, and maintain records, while fostering positive relationships with participants, families, coaches, volunteers and community partners to deliver safe and meaningful recreation experiences.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 4 years of related experience in recreation, sports, youth programming, education, coaching, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate recreation programs and services.
• Develop and offer First Tee classes countywide and Lake Ridge Park programming.
• Coordinate schedules, monitor participation, maintain records, promote programs and evaluate effectiveness.
• Ensure programs are safe, inclusive, and engaging for youth, families and community partners.

Skills

Recreation experience

Sports programming

Youth development

Coaching

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Parks & Recreation, Sports Management, Education, or related field

Job description

Introduction

Prince William County Parks & Recreation has an exciting opportunity for a Recreation Specialist to support recreation programming through the County’s First Tee program and Lake Ridge Park. This position plays an important role in delivering engaging, high-quality recreation experiences for youth, families, and the community while supporting the development and growth of programs that promote active lifestyles, skill development, and positive youth development.

About This Role

The Recreation Specialist is responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating recreation programs and services, with a primary focus on First Tee programming countywide and recreation programming at Lake Ridge Park. This position will help develop and offer First Tee classes based on the established curriculum, age groups, developmental stages, and program requirements, while supporting participants as they progress through the program.

The position combines program development, instruction, participant engagement, and day-to-day program coordination. The Recreation Specialist will work with participants, families, coaches, volunteers, and community partners to provide safe, inclusive, and engaging recreation opportunities. The position will also assist with Lake Ridge Park programming, helping ensure programs meet community needs and provide a positive customer experience.

Responsibilities include coordinating program schedules, monitoring participation and enrollment, maintaining program records, assisting with program promotion, and evaluating program effectiveness. The successful candidate will be organized, adaptable, customer-focused, and able to build positive relationships while creating meaningful recreation experiences for the community.

The ideal candidate will bring experience working with youth, recreation, sports, coaching, education, or related programs and will have a passion for using recreation to support youth development and community engagement. Knowledge of golf, First Tee programming, or youth golf instruction is highly desirable. The successful candidate will be flexible, organized, customer-focused, and able to build positive relationships with participants, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners. They will bring energy and creativity to program development and delivery. They will move past the mindset of this is how we've always done it and won't hesitate to explore new ideas and approaches.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.


• 4 years of related experience in recreation, sports, youth programming, education, coaching, or a related field

Preferences

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Parks & Recreation, Sports Management, Education, or a related field.

5+ years of related experience in recreation, sports, youth programming, education, coaching, or a related field.

Experience developing and delivering youth recreation, sports, or instructional programs.

Experience working with youth through coaching, mentoring, education, or recreation.

Knowledge of golf, youth golf programming, or First Tee curriculum and programming.

Experience coordinating programs, instructors/coaches, volunteers, schedules, and participants.

Experience with community outreach, program promotion, or recreation registration software

Special Requirements

• DMV record checks on all licensed employees


• A valid driver’s license is required


• Criminal background checks on all hires 18 years and older


• Fingerprinting required

Work Schedule

37.5 hours a week; typical schedule is between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm Monday to Friday, with weekend and holiday work required based on operational needs and program/event schedules. This position is classified as exempt and can adjust hours to meet operational needs.

Hiring Salary Range

$70,600.25 - $83,059.11 Annually

We Also Offer Great Benefits, Including

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)


• 401a and 457 retirement savings plans


• Paid Annual Leave / Sick Leave / Personal Leave


• Paid Holidays


• Group Medical, Dental, & Vision Health Plans


• Group Life Insurance


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

NOTE:

The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, for the class description.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary


• Provisional


• Seasonal employees