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Working Title of Vacant Position Recreation Leader (Athletics) - Full Time Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM Division PR&T ATHL REC Requisition Number 2026375 Number of hours worked per week 40+ Work Schedule
Schedule is based on operational needs
Will include evenings, weekends and holidays
Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA [Any city municipal or recreational facility, Report to location 1224 Progressive Dr.] Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade GE01 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary
$35,219/ annually
Actual starting salary based on qualifications and experience
Job Description
Recreation Leader - Athletics
The Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism is seeking an enthusiastic and customer-focused Recreation Leader with a background in athletic operations to support youth and adult sports programs, community activities, special events, and facility operations throughout the City of Chesapeake. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with the community and creating safe, positive, and engaging recreational experiences for participants of all ages.
Responsibilities include:
The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and team-oriented with strong communication skills and a passion for athletics, recreation, and serving the community. This position offers the opportunity to help create meaningful recreational experiences for residents of all ages.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.
Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires instruction that is sufficient for satisfactory job performance .
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class 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. May require a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the 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 the ability to exercise independent judgment; effectively communicate with the public; and resolve conflicts during competitive league programs.
Must have ability to express ideas clearly, both orally and in writing; ability to use a telephone; read and interpret rules and regulations.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 07/29/2026 Job Close Date 08/16/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants
Drug Screening: MARIJUANA
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of and/or outside of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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 Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Balancing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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, field lights, hand tools, rake, shovel, flags, field markers, nets, goals, base plug-ins, benches, fencing, barricades, popup tents and other various types of indoor and outdoor recreational equipment and games.
Protective Equipment Required
Any PPE required by the standard guidelines of the equipment in use.
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 S = Seasonally Electrical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month Fire Hazards S = Seasonally Explosives S = Seasonally Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally 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 W = Several Times Per Week Fumes and Odors M = Several Times Per Month Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting S = Seasonally Primary Work Location Office Environment, 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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 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 most of the time
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