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What is the role of a Community Center Recreation Leader - Seasonal Part-Time at City of Chesapeake Human Resources?

The Community Center Recreation Leader - Seasonal Part-Time position at City of Chesapeake Human Resources is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Government/Civil Service field.

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Full-time or part-time position

Community Center Recreation Leader - Seasonal Part-Time job near me in Chesapeake, Virginia at City of Chesapeake Human Resources | Jobs and Employment

Working Title of Vacant PositionCommunity Center Recreation Leader - Seasonal Part-Time
Job Type: Seasonal/Substitute
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 9
Department: PARKS, REC, & TOURISM
Division: PR&T COM CENTERS
Requisition Number: 2026360
Number of hours worked per week: up to 25 hours a week
Work Schedule: Schedule: Varies Monday – Sunday To Be Determined: Based on operational requirements, will include days, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays ** Will be required to attend a 2-day employee orientation | Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA [Various recreational facilities]
Position Driving Requirement: O - Occasional
Pay Basis: Weekly
Advertised Salary:

$16.93 / per hour
*Starting pay based on qualifications and experience

Job Description:

The Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department is seeking energetic, customer-focused individuals for a flexible part-time Recreation Leader position. This role primarily supports community center operations, programs, rentals, and special events while creating a safe, welcoming, and positive experience for participants of all ages.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide exceptional customer service and share information about programs, events, memberships, and facility rentals.
Process program registrations, memberships, rental reservations, and payments following established procedures.
Supervise facilities and participants, promote a safe environment, and enforce City policies and procedures.
Assist with youth programs, athletics, senior activities, programs serving individuals with disabilities, and community events.
Support daily community center operations, including opening and closing facilities, room setup and breakdown, equipment management, light custodial duties, and facility inspections.
Lead and participate in recreational activities, games, field trips, and special events held both indoors and outdoors.
Respond appropriately to emergencies, report safety concerns, and provide basic first aid when needed.

The ideal Recreation Leader is dependable, adaptable, and enjoys working with people of all ages. This flexible part-time opportunity is ideal for someone who wants to make a positive impact while supporting a wide variety of recreation programs and community events. As a Recreation Leader, you’ll help create enjoyable, safe, and engaging experiences for the community every day.

Required Qualifications:

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this position requires a minimum of one month of full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires CPR and First Aid certification within the first year of employment.
May require a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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.

Preferred Qualifications:

General knowledge of recreational activities, including sports, arts and crafts, music, games, and special events.
Ability to support City events, facility rentals, and recreation programs with a flexible schedule.
Basic computer skills and the ability to complete reports and other documentation.
Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 40 pounds and setting up recreation equipment and facilities.

Job Open Date: 07/24/2026
Job Close Date: 08/11/2026
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Drug Screening: MARIJUANA

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

Will be required to attend a 2 – day employee orientation upon hire.

Community Center Recreation Leader - Seasonal Part-Time in Chesapeake, Virginia at City of Chesapeake Human Resources

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