Senior Programs Recreation Leader (Seasonal Part-Time)

City of Chesapeake Virginia; Chesapeake (VA); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Chesapeake Virginia is seeking a Seasonal Part-Time Senior Programs Assistant to support senior adult activities, center operations, rentals, and events at city facilities in Chesapeake.

The role emphasizes customer service, supervision of programs and safety, with evening/weekend availability and CPR/First Aid requirements; driving may be needed for program coverage.

Join a team dedicated to enriching activities for adults 55 and better, operating within parks, recreation and tourism.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and completion of one year of college in recreation or related field.
• Minimum of one month of full-time equivalent experience.
• Requires CPR and First Aid certification within the first year of employment.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.
• Employees may be expected to work hours beyond their scheduled due to department needs or City emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to diverse citizen and participant groups in alignment with the City’s Customer Service Initiative.
• Assist with facilitating Senior Day Programs, including teaching, planning, and supervising crafts, games, and other activities.
• Supervise facilities and participants; monitor daily attendance; enforce rules and regulations in accordance with City policies and procedures.
• Support daily center operations such as opening and closing the facility, performing general custodial tasks, setting up and taking down equipment, tables, and chairs, and conducting facility inspections.
• Monitor facilities during normal hours of operation, secure the building, ensure security procedures are followed, and enforce City policies and regulations.
• Monitor program and participant safety; report safety concerns; respond to accidents and injuries and perform basic first aid as needed.
• Participate in field trips and center activities, including table games, cards, checkers, and other active or passive games.
• Utilize general knowledge of senior-focused recreational activities, including athletics, arts and crafts, music and dance, board games, and special events.
• Interact with citizens, instructors, and contractors; mediate issues and address customer service requests.
• Coordinate facility rentals, conduct facility tours, and collaborate with other City departments that use the facility.
• Complete rental forms, collect rental fees, prepare reports, and process program registrations.
• Prepare monetary deposits and process transactions for rentals, program registrations, and fees using the ActiveNet system.
• Maintain supplies, equipment, and inventory for planned programs and activities; organize site equipment; explain game rules and regulations; demonstrate equipment use; make safe decisions; and follow instructions.
• Submit written reports—such as incident/accident reports and equipment or inventory needs—to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Occasionally work special events and rentals, which may require evening, weekend, or holiday hours. Events and rentals may occur at other City facilities.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Facility supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year of college in recreation/related field

Job description

City of Chesapeake Virginia is seeking a Seasonal Part-Time Senior Programs Assistant to support senior adult activities, center operations, rentals, and events at city facilities in Chesapeake.

The role emphasizes customer service, supervision of programs and safety, with evening/weekend availability and CPR/First Aid requirements; driving may be needed for program coverage.

Join a team dedicated to enriching activities for adults 55 and better, operating within parks, recreation and tourism.