Temporary Recreation Leader I - Youth Basketball Official

Temporary Recreation Leader I - Youth Basketball Official

Salary

$18.97 Hourly

Location

Alexandria, VA

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

2027-00586

Department

Recreation Parks & Cultural Activities

Division

RECREATION SERV

Opening Date

10/08/2026

Closing Date

12/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

N/A

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Temporary Recreation Leader I- Youth Basketball Official

Recreation Services Sports Division

(High School Applicants Only)

The City of Alexandria is in Northern Virginia bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River) Arlington, and Fairfax counties. Once within the original boundary stones that demarked the area of the Nations Capital, Alexandria is a part of the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. With a population of approximately 157,600 Alexandria is the sixth largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Unique and historic, Alexandria is a place that is experiencing substantial redevelopment appeal and business growth opportunities because of a high market demand for urban living in a quality environment. About one-quarter of the Citys 15.47 square miles has been designated as a national or local historic district.

The City of Alexandria is an independent city with no county affiliation and derives its governing authority from a Charter granted by the Virginia General Assembly. Virginia is a Dillon Rule state, allowing local governments only the authority expressly granted to them by the Virginia Constitution or by the Virginia General Assembly in the City Charter or in general law. City Council is the governing body, which formulates policies for the administration of the City. The mayor is chosen on a separate ballot and presides over sessions of the Council. Alexandria is a Council/Manager form of government.

If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our:

Temporary Recreation Leader I - Youth Basketball Official for Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities (RPCA}.

• The mission of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is to enrich the City of Alexandria by creating meaningful experiences through public spaces, cultural activities, and programming.
• The Departments vision is to improve the well-being of every person in our community by connecting them to each other and their environment.

A Message from the Director

Welcome to the City of Alexandria's Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities. I am excited that you are considering joining our team. Every day, we have the privilege of serving a city that values connection, creativity, and community. Our parks, programs, and cultural spaces reflect Alexandria's diversity and spirit, and our people are the heart of it all.

As you explore opportunities within RPCA, know that you are stepping into a department where teamwork, curiosity, and service guide everything we do. We take pride in our work, we find purpose in our impact, and we celebrate the difference each team member makes. Together, we are building something meaningful for the people of Alexandria, and I am grateful for your interest in being part of it.

Hashim T. Taylor, Director, Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities

About You

You are service-minded, dependable, and take pride in your work. You bring energy, professionalism, and a sense of purpose to every task, whether maintaining a park, supporting a program, or greeting visitors.

By joining RPCA, you become part of a team that takes pride in serving Alexandria and shaping experiences that last a lifetime.

As part of RPCA, you will be expected to:

• Serve with purpose and approach each day with enthusiasm and a commitment to excellence
• Embody accountability and curiosity by taking initiative, asking questions, and seeking solutions
• Demonstrate teamwork and respect, supporting colleagues and fostering a positive, inclusive environment
• Stay responsive and reliable by being attentive, dependable, and engaged with the community
• Reflect our values through transparency, professionalism, and wholehearted dedication to service

Overview

RPCA supports the well-being of Alexandrias residents by ensuring access to a variety of quality recreation, park, and cultural experiences. There are over 900 acres of publicly accessible open space (this includes both public and private land that is open for public use), 51 programmed recreation and park facilities, hundreds of classes, an arts center, and a City Marina. The Department is comprised of four operating Divisions: Recreation Services, Leadership & Management, Cultural Activities and Park Services. These four Divisions work to offer the full range of programs, services, facilities, and parks.

Under the supervision of the Recreation Manager, the Temporary Recreation Leader I will assist with officiating the departments Youth Basketball League for ages seven & eight. The successful candidate will be knowledgeable about basketball, be passionate about working in the community and possess effective communication and excellent customer service skills.

What You Should Bring

Each member of the team is accountable for the outstanding delivery of services to the community. You will work to meet the needs of our community. You will have the support of and work under the direction of the Regional Program Director and/or Recreation Manager I. The hours will vary and be outside of standard business hours.

The Temporary Recreation Leader I - Youth Basketball Official will:

• Develop positive relationships with players, coaches, parents, and staff.
• Demonstrate ability to officiate athletic contests in a fair and impartial manner.
• Gain experience in the sports management field.
• Maintain continuous watch of participants to prevent injury and minimize or eliminate an emergency.
• Observes and enforces facility rules and regulations.
• Assists with the set-up and break-down of athletic contests.
• Function effectively as a team member.
• Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
• Perform related work as required.

Minimum & Additional Requirements

Must be a high school student in good standing. Some experience participating or leading recreational and cultural activities in arts and crafts, sports, games, music, drama, cooking, physical fitness, mindfulness, swimming and water play activities, STEAM activities, and field trips, or any equivalent combination of experience and

training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Notes

This position requires successful completion of a criminal records background check prior to employment.

The City of Alexandria is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, military status, or disability.

This position is not a City of Alexandria position and is not eligible for City benefits.

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Are you currently a high school student?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have youth sports experience as a participant?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please describe your experience. If not, please type N/A

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Preference may be given to those individuals who will be able to work the entirety of the season. Are you able to attend mandatory trainings in November/December and work weekends January through March?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Alexandria

Address City Hall

421 King Street,

Alexandria, Virginia, 22314

Phone 7037463784

Website http://alexandriava.gov/jobs