What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Leader - Senior Programs- Part Time position at City of Chesapeake?
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Recreation Leader - Senior Programs- Part Time
Job Type
Seasonal/Substitute
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
PARKS, REC, & TOURISM
Division
PR&T SENIOR/THERAP
Requisition Number
2025542
Number of hours worked per week
0 - 25 per week
Work Schedule
Varies: Monday – Sunday (may include days, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays)
Schedule will be determined based on operational requirements
Schedule will be determined based on operational requirements
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA [Various recreational facilities]
Position Driving Requirement
O - Occasional
Pay Grade
GE01
Pay Basis
Weekly
Advertised Salary
$16.93 /per hour
Starting pay based on qualifications and experience
Starting pay based on qualifications and experience
Job Description
Parks, Recreation and Tourism is seeking an individual who enjoys participating in a variety of recreational activities and events and has a passion for working with the 55-and-better community. This position primarily supports senior adult programs, facility operations, rentals, and events, including a wide range of diverse programs and activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide excellent customer service to diverse citizen and participant groups in alignment with the City’s Customer Service Initiative.
- Assist with facilitating Senior Day Programs, including teaching, planning, and supervising crafts, games, and other activities.
- Supervise facilities and participants; monitor daily attendance; enforce rules and regulations in accordance with City policies and procedures.
- Support daily center operations such as opening and closing the facility, performing general custodial tasks, setting up and taking down equipment, tables, and chairs, and conducting facility inspections.
- Monitor facilities during normal hours of operation, secure the building, ensure security procedures are followed, and enforce City policies and regulations.
- Monitor program and participant safety; report safety concerns; respond to accidents and injuries and perform basic first aid as needed.
- Participate in field trips and center activities, including table games, cards, checkers, and other active or passive games.
- Utilize general knowledge of senior-focused recreational activities, including athletics, arts and crafts, music and dance, board games, and special events.
- Interact with citizens, instructors, and contractors; mediate issues and address customer service requests.
- Coordinate facility rentals, conduct facility tours, and collaborate with other City departments that use the facility.
- Complete rental forms, collect rental fees, prepare reports, and process program registrations.
- Prepare monetary deposits and process transactions for rentals, program registrations, and fees using the ActiveNet system.
- Maintain supplies, equipment, and inventory for planned programs and activities; organize site equipment; explain game rules and regulations; demonstrate equipment use; make safe decisions; and follow instructions.
- Submit written reports—such as incident/accident reports and equipment or inventory needs—to the supervisor in a timely manner.
- Occasionally work special events and rentals, which may require evening, weekend, or holiday hours. Events and rentals may occur at other City facilities.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires a high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in recreation, physical education, or a closely related field.
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. Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with 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.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in recreation, physical education, or a closely related field.
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. Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with 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
Must have ability to express ideas clearly, both orally and in writing; ability to use a telephone; read and interpret rules and regulations.
Will be required to work at City special events and activities as program support staff.
Excellent customer service skills and abilities.
Will be required to work at City special events and activities as program support staff.
Excellent customer service skills and abilities.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
06/25/2026
Job Close Date
07/09/2026
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is Seasonal Part-Time
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Walking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Carrying
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Reaching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Handling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Kneeling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Twisting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Climbing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Foot Controls
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Telephone, computer, printer, ID Picture Camera, fax, AED, tables, chairs, recreation and fitness equipment such as basketball goals, portable bleachers, and nets.
Protective Equipment Required
Any PPE required by the standard guidelines of the equipment used.
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
M = Several Times Per Month
Chemical Hazards
M = Several Times Per Month
Electrical Hazards
M = Several Times Per Month
Fire Hazards
S = Seasonally
Explosives
S = Seasonally
Communicable Diseases
M = Several Times Per Month
Physical Danger or Abuse
S = Seasonally
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
W = Several Times Per Week
Extreme Temperatures
S = Seasonally
Noise and Vibration
D = Daily
Fumes and Odors
W = Several Times Per Week
Wetness/Humidity
S = Seasonally
Darkness or Poor Lighting
S = Seasonally
Primary Work Location
Other - Community center, Outdoors
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
Incumbent must be able to work independently
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
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