Recreation Specialist - Outdoors
City of Norfolk
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Recreation Aide - Athletics, Fitness
City of Norfolk
Parks & Recreation
Location
City of Norfolk, Virginia, 23510
Salary
$15 - $24.60
per year
Type
Closes
March 30, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This part-time role involves helping run fun activities like sports games, fitness classes, and special events at parks and recreation centers in Norfolk, Virginia, while keeping things organized and safe for everyone.
You'll guide participants, handle basic tasks like setting up equipment, and ensure the space stays clean and welcoming.
It's a great fit for energetic people who enjoy working with diverse groups, especially kids or seniors, and have some background in customer service or recreation.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred (less than high school knowledge level acceptable)
- Some experience in customer service or working with children/youth in recreation, athletics, fitness, or education settings
- CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills for interacting with diverse groups
- Physical ability to stand/walk for long periods, lift heavy items, climb, bend, and perform manual tasks
- Valid Driver’s License preferred
- Flexible availability including weekends, holidays, and evenings (up to 19.5 hours/week)
Full Job Description
The City of Norfolk Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking intermittent part-time Recreation Aides responsible for supporting recreation programs and activities and assisting program participants with a focus on athletics and fitness.
Norfolk's Department of Parks and Recreation is proud to announce it has been awarded national accreditation by the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies. This ensures we will continue to provide quality recreational services that enrich the lives of Norfolk's residents.
Department Hiring Rate: $15.00/hour
Requirements
Essential functions include but are not limited to:Assists with the planning and implementation of programs including sports competitions, senior recreation, fitness, skate park, therapeutic recreation, and special events.Provides oversight and direction of program participants and volunteers, monitors events, programs, participants, and spectators.
Performs administrative duties including answering phones, responding to patrons, completing forms, setting up and breaking down necessary equipment, etc.
Maintains facility order and cleanliness.Maintains a professional demeanor and appearance.
Enforces facility rules and entrance requirementsThis position requires excellent inter-personal, communication and organizational skills and the ability to effectively interact with and contribute to the growth and development of diverse citizen groups.
• Ability to see, hear, stand/walk for extended periods of time, lift from ground to above shoulder, climb, bend, stoop, sit, push, pull, perform tasks requiring manual dexterity and utilize telephone communications Qualifications Requires level of knowledge equivalent to less than high school or equivalency; Graduation from high school or equivalent preferred.Some experience working in a customer service setting or experience working with children/youth in a recreation, athletics, fitness, aquatics, education setting preferred.
CPR/AED and First Aid certification is preferred.
This position requires excellent inter-personal, communication and organizational skills and the ability to effectively interact with and contribute to the growth and development of diverse citizen groups.
Ability to see, hear, stand/walk for extended periods of time, lift from ground to above shoulder, climb, bend, stoop, sit, push, pull, perform tasks requiring manual dexterity and utilize telephone communications Additional Information The preferred candidate will possess:A Valid Driver’s License.Work Hours: Monday to Saturday; 6:00 a.m.
- 12:00 a.m.; not to exceed 19.5 hours per week; flexible hours will apply including weekends, holidays, and special events.
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