Recreation Attendant Senior - Facilities

Recreation Attendant Senior - Facilities

Salary

$17.92 Hourly

Location

Harrisonburg, VA

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

6441 - (Feb 2026)

Department

Parks & Recreation

Opening Date

02/13/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

• Description
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Description

Do you want to utilize your customer service and leadership skills to make a positive impact on citizens and guests visiting Parks and Recreation locations? If so, the City of Harrisonburgs Recreation Attendant Senior role in Facilities may be the right job for you!

The Recreation Attendant Senior - Facilities position is a year-round part-time position (no benefits) and a preferred hiring rate of $17.92 per hour; however, an exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidates qualifications/experience and in compliance with City policy. Applicants who do not meet the qualifications for the senior level may be considered for another level within the department at an annual rate commensurate with applicant qualifications.

When you join our team as a Recreation Attendant Senior in Facilities, youll take the lead during unsupervised hours, ensuring that all customer interactions - whether in person or by phone - are professional and informative. Additionally, youll be responsible for overseeing the safety and well-being of program areas, patrons, and staff, promoting Parks & Recreation offerings, leading or assisting with a variety of programs and activities, and handling office equipment and software for routine data entry, transaction processing, daily receipt reconciliation, and financial record preparation.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and moderate (1-3 years) experience in a customer service position or a recreational environment
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid drivers license.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications required within the first three months of employment.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule to meet business requirements, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• Click here to view the physical requirements and a list of the ideal candidates knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.

The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

• Drug screening;
• DMV record check; and
• Criminal background check.

This position is subject to the City of Harrisonburgs random drug testing program.

Supplemental Information

To Apply: To be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 02/13/2026)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including 15.5 observed holidays. More information on available benefits is listed on the Citys website.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• Less than 10th Grade
• Completed 10th Grade
• Completed 11th Grade
• Completed 12th Grade
• High School Graduate
• GED
• Attend College
• College Graduate
• Attended Graduate School
• Masters Degree
• Graduate study beyond Masters
• Ph.D. or professional degree

02

How many years of experience do you have in a customer service position or a recreational environment?

• I do not have any experience.
• I have some but less than 1 year of experience.
• I have at least 1 year but less than 3 years of experience.
• I have 3 or more years of experience.

03

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

04

Which of the following drivers license do you possess?

• No Valid Drivers License
• Valid Drivers License
• Valid Commercial Learners Permit
• Valid Commercial Drivers License (Class A or B)

05

Please select the following certifications that you possess.

• CPR
• AED
• First Aid
• None of the above

06

Are you available to work a flexible schedule to meet business requirements, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed?

• Yes
• No

07

Please list your current availability and if you anticipate any changes to it.

08

Which of the following facilities would you prefer to work? Please select one option from the choices below.

• Lucy F. Simms Continuing Education Center (620 Simms Avenue)
• Cecil F. Gilkerson Community Activities Center (305 S. Dogwood Drive)
• I do not have a facility preference and would like to be considered for both.

09

I understand that if I do not meet the qualifications for the senior level that I may be considered for another level within the department at an annual rate commensurate with my qualifications.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Harrisonburg

Address 409 South Main Street

Third Floor

Harrisonburg, Virginia, 22801

Phone 540.432.8920

540.432.7796

Website https://www.harrisonburgva.gov/employment