Recreation Specialist I - Recreation Programmer

Messiah College; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Recreation Specialist I to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will plan and implement engaging recreation programs for all ages while supervising part-time staff and volunteers. Your efforts will contribute to a vibrant community atmosphere, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for participants. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact through recreation, with a supportive workplace culture that values professionalism and accountability. If you are ready to inspire and lead in a multi-use recreation center, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive wages

Training/Mentoring for career advancement

Varied Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Beach Municipal Federal Credit Union

Deferred Compensation Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Maternity/Paternity/Parental Care Leave

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in recreation management or equivalent experience.
• Strong supervisory skills for managing part-time staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate recreation programs for various age groups.
• Supervise recreation staff and ensure facility operations run smoothly.

Skills

Recreation Programming

Supervision

Customer Service

Facility Operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation management

Therapeutic recreation

Exercise science

Job description

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Recreation Specialist I - Recreation Programmer

RECREATION SPECIALIST I/ RECREATION PROGRAMMER duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Recreation Programming

1. Plan, coordinate, implement, supervise, and evaluate drop-in recreation programs for pre-school, youth, teens, adult and seniors in a multi-use recreation center.
2. Plan and coordinate recreation programs in areas that may include youth and adult game room, weight room, gymnasium, seniors, birthday parties, drop-in childcare, recreation classes, special events and sports & specialty camps.

Supervision

1. Directly supervise recreation part-time staff and volunteers.
2. Includes hiring, training, scheduling, discipline, coaching and performance evaluation.

Facility Operations

1. Assist with oversight of the daily recreation center operations including opening and closing the facility, program area supervision, handling building maintenance items, custodial staff and patron issues.
2. Provide and maintain a safe environment.
3. Work with departmental programming units and community groups for facility scheduling.
4. Prepare statistical data for budgetary and programming purposes.
5. Enforce center and City policies and procedures.
6. Provide quality customer service while responding to inquiries from the public.
7. Recommend action to address inappropriate patron behavior.
8. Set-up and break-down facility rooms as needed.
9. Provide facility tours.

Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less. Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.

The P&R Employee Experience

At Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation, our success is because of our dedicated employees. We are intentional about creating an employee experience where you are empowered to reach your full potential, are supported through strength-based initiatives, and are confident in your abilities. We champion a workplace culture built on our cultural foundations: Professionalism, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Citizenship. These guiding principles of behavior cultivate a positive and high performing work environment. Success is recognized and celebrated, and legendary experiences are the core of who we are.

The Perks (Part Time)

• Competitive wages
• Training/Mentoring for career advancement
• Varied Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Beach Municipal Federal Credit Union
• Deferred Compensation Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Maternity/Paternity/Parental Care Leave

MINIMUMS: Requires a Bachelor's degree in recreation management, therapeutic recreation, exercise science, or a related field; OR any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or experience equivalent to four (4) years in fields utilizing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities and associated with such positions as recreation leader or recreation program supervisor.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Please see job link in the posting description.

This position is being advertised as a pool, and applications will be used to fill current vacancies and any other similar Recreation Specialist I positions that become available within six (6) months from the closing date of this posting.

This is an Alpha I position, which requires reporting to work during periods of emergency or inclement weather, regardless of the City's operational status.

Requires a current and valid Driver’s license in accordance with Virginia or North Carolina DMV driver’s license eligibility requirements.

The work schedule associated with the position you are applying for varies to facilitate center operations and programming for pre-school, youth and adults. The typical schedule will include morning shifts of 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., mid-shifts of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. & 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., evening shifts of 12:45 p.m. to 9:15 p.m., and working weekend shifts of Saturday 8:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. and Sunday 8:45 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Holiday schedule will be from 8:45 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.

Work locations and placement may change based on operational needs.

As a condition of employment, all employees must attend P&R Connection (Department Orientation). If selected for the position, you will be provided an approximate training date at the time of hire. Training is held from 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., every other Friday, at the Parks & Recreation Administration Building. When an exemption is permittable, a hybrid version of the training is available, but will require training attendance on a weekend.