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Recreation Specialist - Recreation Centers
City of Norfolk
Parks & Recreation
Location
City of Norfolk, Virginia, 23510
Salary
$51,610.42 - $86,465.45
per year
Type
Closes
February 9, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves helping to plan, run, and improve fun activities and programs at a community recreation center, while managing daily operations and supporting staff and volunteers.
It requires interacting with people of all ages, from kids to seniors, to promote community engagement and personal growth.
A good fit would be someone energetic and organized who enjoys working with diverse groups and has some background in recreation or youth programs.
Key Requirements
- Associate's degree in Recreation and Tourism, Physical Education, or related field (preferred)
- At least one year of experience in recreation and leisure activities
- At least one year of experience working with youth, teens, adults, or seniors
- Valid Driver’s License
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Six months of general experience
- Knowledge from advanced vocational training or equivalent
Full Job Description
The City of Norfolk Department of Parks & Recreation is seeking a Recreational Specialist to assist in planning, implementing and evaluating recreational programs and daily activities of the center. The Recreation Specialist assists in managing the operations of the center and provides assistance to employees; evaluates recreational programs and daily activities of the center; and interacts with children, adults and seniors. The Recreation Specialist will participate in activities in addition to providing informational materials, directing volunteers and employees, and contributing to the cultural growth of individuals.
Norfolk's Department of Parks & 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 Starting Hiring Salary: $51,610.42
Requirements
Essential functions include but are not limited to:- Assists in planning, implementing, and evaluating recreational programs and daily activities of the center.
- Serves on committees for the planning and marketing of events.
- Assists in managing facility operations and aids employees. Interacts with children, teens, adults, and seniors.
- Participates in activities in addition to providing informational materials, directing volunteers and part-time employees as well as contributes to the cultural growth of individuals.
- Assists with the management of daily operations of the facility by scheduling and monitoring volunteers and part-time employees, compiling figures and preparing reports, providing lesson plans and program planning, authorizing permits, and collecting fees for programs and rental of the facility.
- Interacts with citizens by responding to inquiries, and contributing to the growth and development of youth, teens, adults, seniors, and volunteers.
- Markets the recreation program by distributing flyers and announcements to the community and submitting press releases.
- Serves on committees for the planning and marketing of events.
- Performs related duties by carrying out administrative responsibilities, transporting patrons, submits and writes initiatives and provides input on purchases
Qualifications
Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with six months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Junior college, vocational, business, technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training.Six months experience.
Preferred Education/Experience:
- Associate's degree in Recreation and Tourism, Physical Education, or any closely related field.
- At least one (1) year of experience in recreation and leisure activities.
- At least one (1) year of experience working with youth, teens, adults, or seniors
Preferred License(s) and/or Certifications:
- Valid Driver’s License
- Frist Aid, CPR certified
Additional Information
will apply including weekends, holidays, and special events.
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