Recreation Specialist I
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Before you apply
Salary$45k – $70k
LocationPAR PA Athletic Complex
Also inVirginia Beach, VA
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentParks and Recreation
Company size10,000+ people
PostedNov 2, 2026 · 2d ago
Verified live1d ago
Job Posting End Date:
November 12, 2026
Department:
PARKS AND RECREATION
Compensation Grade:
G20
Compensation Range & Starting Salary:
Pay Range: $44,907.20 - $69,971.20
Starting salary - Minimum of the Pay Range
Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):
No
About Us:
At Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation, our success is because of our dedicated employees. We are intentional about creating an employee experience where you are empowered to reach your full potential, are supported through strength-based initiatives, and are confident in your abilities. We champion a workplace culture built on our cultural foundations: Professionalism, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Citizenship. These guiding principles of behavior cultivate a positive and high performing work environment. Success is recognized and celebrated, and legendary experiences are the core of who we are.
Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:
Our Commitment
Work with the best – work for Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation! Join our team and contribute to our 60+ year track record of providing legendary experiences! We are dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles and protecting our environment. We ensure all residents – regardless of their physical, social, and economic circumstances – can access our programs. By providing enriching and memorable lifelong experiences, we strive to enhance the quality of life for our community by improving the physical and mental well-being of our residents.
Day to Day Job Duties
Duties will include but not be limited to:
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Plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate the programs, operations, and facilities of Sports Management while providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
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Assist with the planning and execution of outdoor athletic field and facility maintenance.
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Assist in planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating the programs, operations, and facilities of the Sports Management Unit.
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Facilitate appropriate staffing levels, set-up and breakdown for rentals and recreation sponsored events.
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Enforce City and department policies, procedures, and practices.
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Assume duties of supervisors in their absence.
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Operate City vehicles.
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Execute athletic field maintenance and equipment set up/break down such as goals, benches and temporary fences in various weather conditions.
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Serve as a point of contact for renters and work team to coordinate events, leagues, rentals, and the day-to-day functions of Sports Management athletic facilities.
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Utilize facility booking and league management software daily to create and amend use contracts, monitor payments, administer leagues, and schedule field lighting.
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Part-time staff supervision, to include hiring, training, scheduling, coaching/counseling, evaluating and discipline, across multiple facilities while considering all program and facility needs.
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Assist work team to develop, draft and enforce standardized operating policies and procedures that provide equitable service to our patrons while ensuring programs and facilities provide enriching and memorable lifelong experiences.
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Coordinate facility use (parks, athletic complexes, schools, and recreation centers) in collaboration with other divisions, departments and organizations within the City of Virginia Beach.
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Conduct site visits to provide team members support and ensure Unit expectations are being met.
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Respond to inquiries/complaints via phone, email or in-person in a timely, professional manner and effectively resolve issues.
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Investigate accident, incident, and vandalism issues, follow proper reporting procedures, and ensure corrective action is initiated and documented.
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Provide information for annual budget preparation and monitor revenue and expenditures. Oversee the collection of revenue from program registration, field rentals, and lighting fees, while providing accurate accountability.
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Maintain appropriate inventory of supplies and equipment for athletic leagues.
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Prepare, analyze, and interpret various statistical reports to aid in decision making.
Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less. Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.
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