What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Recreation Leader I - Youth Basketball Official position at City of Alexandria?
The City of Alexandria is an independent city with no county affiliation and derives its governing authority from a Charter granted by the Virginia General Assembly. Virginia is a Dillon Rule state, allowing local governments only the authority expressly granted to them by the Virginia Constitution or by the Virginia General Assembly in the City Charter or in general law. City Council is the governing body, which formulates policies for the administration of the City. The mayor is chosen on a separate ballot and presides over sessions of the Council. Alexandria is a Council/Manager form of government.
If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our:
Temporary Recreation Leader I - Youth Basketball Official for Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities (RPCA}.
- The mission of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is to enrich the City of Alexandria by creating meaningful experiences through public spaces, cultural activities, and programming.
- The Department's vision is to improve the well-being of every person in our community by connecting them to each other and their environment.
A Message from the Director
Welcome to the City of Alexandria’s Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities. I am excited that you are considering joining our team. Every day, we have the privilege of serving a city that values connection, creativity, and community. Our parks, programs, and cultural spaces reflect Alexandria’s diversity and spirit, and our people are the heart of it all.
As you explore opportunities within RPCA, know that you are stepping into a department where teamwork, curiosity, and service guide everything we do. We take pride in our work, we find purpose in our impact, and we celebrate the difference each team member makes. Together, we are building something meaningful for the people of Alexandria, and I am grateful for your interest in being part of it.
Hashim T. Taylor, Director, Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities
About You
You are service-minded, dependable, and take pride in your work. You bring energy, professionalism, and a sense of purpose to every task, whether maintaining a park, supporting a program, or greeting visitors.
By joining RPCA, you become part of a team that takes pride in serving Alexandria and shaping experiences that last a lifetime.
As part of RPCA, you will be expected to:
- Serve with purpose and approach each day with enthusiasm and a commitment to excellence
- Embody accountability and curiosity by taking initiative, asking questions, and seeking solutions
- Demonstrate teamwork and respect, supporting colleagues and fostering a positive, inclusive environment
- Stay responsive and reliable by being attentive, dependable, and engaged with the community
- Reflect our values through transparency, professionalism, and wholehearted dedication to service
Overview
RPCA supports the well-being of Alexandria's residents by ensuring access to a variety of quality recreation, park, and cultural experiences. There are over 900 acres of publicly accessible open space (this includes both public and private land that is open for public use), 51 programmed recreation and park facilities, hundreds of classes, an arts center, and a City Marina. The Department is comprised of four operating Divisions: Recreation Services, Leadership & Management, Cultural Activities and Park Services. These four Divisions work to offer the full range of programs, services, facilities, and parks.
Under the supervision of the Recreation Manager, the Temporary Recreation Leader I will assist with officiating the department's Youth Basketball League for ages seven & eight. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable about basketball, be passionate about working in the community and possess effective communication and excellent customer service skills.
What You Should Bring
Each member of the team is accountable for the outstanding delivery of services to the community. You will work to meet the needs of our community. You will have the support of and work under the direction of the Regional Program Director and/or Recreation Manager I. The hours will vary and be outside of standard business hours.
The Temporary Recreation Leader I - Youth Basketball Official will:
- Develop positive relationships with players, coaches, parents, and staff.
- Demonstrate ability to officiate athletic contests in a fair and impartial manner.
- Gain experience in the sports management field.
- Maintain continuous watch of participants to prevent injury and minimize or eliminate an emergency.
- Observes and enforces facility rules and regulations.
- Assists with the set-up and break-down of athletic contests.
- Function effectively as a team member.
- Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
- Attend scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
- Perform related work as required.
Must be a high school student in good standing. Some experience participating or leading recreational and cultural activities in arts and crafts, sports, games, music, drama, cooking, physical fitness, mindfulness, swimming and water play activities, STEAM activities, and field trips, or any equivalent combination of experience and
training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal records background check prior to employment.