Sports Complex/Athletic League/Facility Maintenance Support Staff

City of Virginia Beach; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Training/Mentoring for career

Varied Paid Holidays

Personnel Leave

Beach Municipal Federal Credit Union

Deferred Compensation Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Parental Leave

Job summary

City of Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation seeks a Lead Aide to deliver excellent customer service, enforce park rules, and support athletic programs across our outdoor facilities. The role involves leading activities, managing events, and coordinating facility setup and upkeep in varying weather.

You may operate city vehicles and assist interns or new staff as needed. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings,

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and related experience.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather and handle athletic activities.
• Strong customer service skills and the ability to supervise events and practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide customer service and enforce rules and regulations.
• Lead, instruct, or officiate athletic activities and events.
• Set up and maintain athletic facilities and equipment.
• Perform housekeeping and custodial duties including restrooms and trash.
• Operate city vehicles for daily tasks as required.
• May be scheduled at multiple park sites and work extended hours as needed.

Skills

Customer Service

Athletic Programs

Facility Care

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Posting End Date:November 19, 2026Department:PARKS AND RECREATIONCompensation Grade:H3051Compensation Range & Starting Salary:Pay Range: $19.13 - $22.96Starting Part Time Hourly Rate: $19.13Average up to 27 hours per week.Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):NoAbout Us: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.Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:Our CommitmentWork with the best – work for Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation! Join our team and contribute to our 60+ year track record of providing legendary experiences! We are dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles and protecting our environment. We ensure all residents – regardless of their physical, social, and economic circumstances – can access our programs. By providing enriching and memorable lifelong experiences, we strive to enhance the quality of life for our community by improving the physical and mental well-being of our residents.Day to Day Job DutiesThe Parks and Recreation Lead Aide duties will include but not be limited to: Provide customer Service and enforce rules and regulationsLead/instruct/officiate sport activitiesIndividual will work in an outdoor environment in various weather conditions, including extreme hot/cold.Assist with and/or manage sporting/special event participationPerform athletic field set up/breakdown and maintenanceServe as a mentor for interns, volunteers and new employeesPerform housekeeping/custodial duties emptying trash cans, picking up litter and cleaning public restrooms.Operate city vehicles to complete daily assignmentsPerform 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.Requires a current and valid Driver’s licenseIdeal CandidateIn addition to the minimum requirements, the ideal candidate for this position will also have the experience listed below. Candidates should ensure the information is provided in the application.Customer ServiceAthletic Programs/Athletic Facility Care ExperienceHousekeeping/Facility OperationsThis position is being advertised as a pool, and applications could be used to fill current vacancies and any other similar Parks and Recreation Lead Aide positions that become available within six months from the closing date of this posting.The individual selected for this position will be housed at a primary site but may be scheduled between other park sites/facilities. Schedules will be adjusted seasonally and will vary weekly based on events, facility coverage, and weather. All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours, overtime, splits shifts or maybe be relocated to another location or job assignment in response to short- term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies including weekends, evenings and holidays.ScheduleHours - Average scheduled hours up to 27 hours per week.Shifts may start as early as 6:00 am and end as late as 11:30 pm covering the 7 day a week operations .Sports Management – Schedule is reliant on scheduled events that occur on weeknights, weekends and/or holidays.Athletic Events – Work hours depending on varied seasonal athletic programsThe position you are applying for is designated as Alpha I, requiring the selected candidate to work, regardless of the City’s operational status. All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.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 8:30am-5:00pm, 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.The PerksCompetitive wagesTraining/Mentoring for career advancementVaried Paid HolidaysPersonnel LeaveBeach Municipal Federal Credit UnionDeferred Compensation PlansEmployee Assistance ProgramMaternity/Paternity/Parental Care LeaveAdditional requirements:• DMV Transcript: Yes• CDL: No• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No• CPS Check: No• Physical: No• Respirator: No• Psychological Screening: No• Polygraph: No• At Will: NoMinimum Requirements:Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, or must possess certification in a related field, and three (3) months of related experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Some locations may require a current and valid driver’s license. Special Requirements: May require operation of a motor vehicle to carry out assigned duties. Program staff may transport patrons. Schedules may vary to include work early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Individual location assignments will be determined by current department needs.Skills:Working Conditions:Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.Official Job Descriptions:To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - https://virginiabeach.gov/careers/job-descriptions-pay-plans?search=&group=EVRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.