Parks and Recreation Lead Aide– Little Island Park/Sandbridge Beach

Department:

PARKS AND RECREATION

Compensation Grade:

H3051

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range: $19.13 - $22.96
Starting Part Time Hourly Rate: $19.13
Average scheduled hours up to 27 hours per week.

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):

No

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

27

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

Assist with mentoring part time employees or volunteers

Serve as lead in absence of supervisors.

Providing customer service and enforce rules and regulations.

Majority of the workday is outdoors - with exposure to inclement weather, extreme heat/cold/windy - conditions such as temperatures at or above 90 degrees

Documentation and record keeping including incidents/accident reports and discrepancies

Cleaning and maintaining all parts of three large public restrooms (custodial services) and changing rooms on a (daily basis)

Empty large trash cans on a (daily basis)

Removing (shoveling) and relocating built up sand on park grounds.

Adapt to a constantly changing set of priorities and environment.

Provide routing maintenance and construction of park areas, amenities, and equipment.

Travel and care for satellite park locations

Operate lawnmowers, weed-eaters, light automotive equipment, common gardening/hand tools, various motorized equipment, and edging/trimming equipment; apply safety precautions accordingly.

Assist with and/or manage special event participation.

Physical tasks will include:

Independently lifting and moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds or a regular basis

Performing tasks requiring standing for extended periods of time and reach for items lower than, at, or above shoulder level.

Performing tasks requiring repetitive twisting of hands, legs, neck, and/or waist.

Performing tasks requiring balance, stooping, kneeling/squatting, and/or bending.

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.

Requires a current and valid Driver’s license

Preferences

In addition to the minimum requirements, the ideal candidate for this position will have experience listed in the preferences below. Candidates with the preferred experience should ensure the information is provided in the application.

Schedule

This position is a 7 day a week operation including early mornings, evening, weekend and holidays.

The facility is open daily from dawn to 11 pm.

Part TimeHours - Average scheduled hours up to 27 hours per week.

Location

3820 S Sandpiper Road

Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456

The individual selected for this position will be housed at a primary site but may be scheduled between other park sites/facilities. Schedules will be adjusted seasonally and will vary weekly based on events, facility coverage, and weather.  All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours, overtime, splits shifts or maybe be relocated to another location or job assignment in response to short- term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies including weekends, evenings and holidays.

The position you are applying for is designated as Alpha I, requiring the selected candidate to work, regardless of the City’s operational status. All 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.

Starter Training

As a condition of employment, all employees must attend P&R Connection (Department Orientation). If selected for the position, you will be provided an approximate training date at the time of hire. Training is held from 8:30am-5:00pm, every other Friday, at the Parks & Recreation Administration Building. When an exemption is permittable, a hybrid version of the training is available, but will require training attendance on a weekend.

The Perks

Competitive wages

Training/Mentoring for career advancement

Varied Paid Holidays

Personnel Leave

Beach Municipal Federal Credit Union

Deferred Compensation Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Maternity/Paternity/Parental Care Leave

Additional requirements:
• DMV Transcript: Yes
• CDL: No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: No
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: No

This position is being advertised as a pool, and applications could be used to fill current vacancies and any other similar Parks and Recreation Aide position that become available within six months from the closing date of this posting.

Application Deadline Notice: Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. on the day before the advertised end date. The system automatically closes the requisition at 12:01 a.m. on the listed end date, and no applications can be submitted after that time.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED, or must possess certification in a related field, and three (3) months of related experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Some locations may require a current and valid driver’s license. Special Requirements: May require operation of a motor vehicle to carry out assigned duties. Program staff may transport patrons. Schedules may vary to include work early mornings, days, evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs. 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. Individual location assignments will be determined by current department needs.

Skills:

Working Conditions:

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business. 

Official Job Descriptions:

To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - https://virginiabeach.gov/careers/job-descriptions-pay-plans?search=&group=E

VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.