Recreation Specialist I - Historical Services

Position Details

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position Recreation Specialist I - Historical Services Job Type Part Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 3 Department PARKS, REC, & TOURISM Division PR&T HISTORIC DIVISION Requisition Number 2026413 Number of hours worked per week 25 hrs a week Work Schedule

Schedule will be based on operations: Monday - Sunday

Shifts may include: days, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.

Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA [Any city recreational facility] Position Driving Requirement O - Occasional Pay Grade GE07 Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary

$22.04 per hour

Actual starting salary based on qualifications and experience

Job Description

Part-Time Historical Services Position

Parks, Recreation, and Tourism is seeking a motivated, outgoing, and customer-focused individual with an interest in historical preservation, education, and community programming. This part-time position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with a diverse community and supporting programs, events, and facilities that promote local history and recreation.

The position primarily supports Historical Services operations at various facilities and may also provide administrative, programming, and event support throughout the department. Responsibilities include customer service, daily facility operations, historical programming, recordkeeping, and general event and facility support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide excellent customer service to residents, visitors, volunteers, program participants, community groups, and employees in person, by telephone, and electronically.
• Conduct daily visitor and storefront operations, including point-of-sale (POS) transactions, memberships, program registration, rentals, gift shop sales, visitor information, inventory, and ordering.
• Use ActiveNet to process transactions and deposits and maintain proper cash-handling procedures in accordance with City policies and procedures.
• Assist with the development, scheduling, and implementation of interpretive and educational programs, tours, field trips, exhibitions, workshops, preservation activities, and special events.
• Assist with the writing, design, and installation of interpretive signs, panels, labels, and other educational materials.
• Assist with the inspection, documentation, inventory, and preservation of historic structures, artifacts, collections, and other historical assets.
• Maintain databases, records, logs, itineraries, inventories, work orders, and other documentation related to historical collections, heritage tourism, programs, events, and facility operations.
• Perform general administrative and office duties, including filing, copying, data entry, proofreading, and processing routine reports and paperwork.
• Assist with basic facility operations, housekeeping, and general oversight to help maintain clean, safe, and welcoming facilities.
• Support the setup, breakdown, and cleanup of City-sponsored events, including arranging tables, chairs, displays, and recreational equipment and assisting with post-event activities.
• Assist with departmental special projects, programs, events, and other Parks, Recreation, and Tourism activities as assigned.

Work locations may include Historical Village, Northwest River Park, Chesapeake Arboretum, the Portlock Museums, and administrative offices.

Ideal candidates will have strong communication and organizational skills, enjoy working with the public, and have an interest in local history, historic preservation, education, tourism, and community programming. The ability to work independently, as well as as part of a team, is important.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee per

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:

Requires an associate's degree or any equivalent combination of education and experience in physical education or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one year of full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliancewith the City Driving Standards. Requires CPR and First Aid certification within the first year of employment.

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

Passion for local history.

Team-oriented with excellent customer service skills and have an interest in dealing with the public, working with various groups of people and interacting with all facets of the department.

Must have the ability to exercise independent judgment; effectively communicate with the public.

Some experience in planning, marketing, and conducting indoor, outdoor, historical related activities and programming, working with vendors, exhibitors, sponsors, and citizen groups.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 08/21/2026 Job Close Date 09/10/2026 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.

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 Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. 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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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 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

Computer, fax, phone, vehicle, copier, pop-up tents, marketing displays, barricades, tables, chairs, various recreational and other equipment associated with recreational and sports programs and special events offerings.

Protective Equipment Required

all PPE required for equipment in use

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Chemical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Electrical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week 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 D = Daily 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

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 Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Frequent Change of Tasks Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Continuously- 2/3 or more 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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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

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Minimum Requests 0 Maximum Requests 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you possess a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City's Driving Standards? Please review link in posting for details.
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Portfolio