Temporary Recreation Leader III - Aquatic Camp Counselor

Temporary Recreation Leader III - Aquatic Camp Counselor

Salary

$21.90 Hourly

Location

Alexandria, VA

Job Type

Temporary

Job Number

2026-00312

Department

Recreation Parks & Cultural Activities

Division

RECREATION SERV

Opening Date

03/27/2026

Closing Date

6/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

N/A

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Temporary Aquatic Camp Counselor Lead

Recreation Leader III

The City of Alexandria is located in northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington and Fairfax counties. With a population of approximately 150,000 and a land area of 15.75 square miles, Alexandria is the seventh largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Alexandria has a charming waterfront and is a unique and historic place to live and work. About one-quarter square miles in the city have been designated as a national or local historic district. We proudly embrace our rich history and seize the endless opportunities that lie ahead. If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Recreation Leader III: Aquatic Camp Counselor Lead

What we do and how we do it is driven by our 4 Guiding Principles:

• Aligning the work, we do with our strategic plan.
• Executing against our strategy and ensuring accountability for our results
• Promoting and encouraging a culture of leadership and ownership at all levels of the organization
• Promoting a culture of service excellence, creativity, and entrepreneurship

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

In pursuit of service excellence, the Recreation Leader III: Aquatic Camp Counselor Lead performs technical recreation work. Recreation Leaders may assist, plan, lead, instruct and guide youth 4-11 years old from all backgrounds in arts and crafts, sports, games, swimming and outdoor games. Camp Counselors will work Monday to Friday, from 8:30a-4:30p during the summer ( May - August). Enthusiasm, flexibility, excellent customer service, good communication skills and good organizational skills are needed to be successful in this position.

The Opportunity

• Plan, implement and facilitate recreation aquatic -based activities, programs and arts and crafts to ensure a variety of activities are made available in the summer camp.
• Ensure pool rules are implemented and followed
• Create weekly and daily camp schedule
• Follow Recreation Services Workplace Expectations
• Ensure all safety precautions and guidelines are followed for all programs and activities.
• Ensure program participants are properly supervised at all times.
• Create a positive, nurturing, inclusive and safe program environment
• Prepare for recreational activities at one or more sites on a particular date: open site, set- up equipment and program materials, ensure rules and regulations are followed, maintain order, store equipment and materials at the end of activities, and secure the site.
• Complete reports, documentation, and other paperwork as assigned in compliance with the Departments policies and procedures.
• Communicate professionally (written and verbally) with customers
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service training sessions, and workshops.
• Perform related work as required.

About the Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities

The mission of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is to enrich the City of Alexandria by creating meaningful experiences through public space, cultural activities, and programming. The City of Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities received national accreditation from the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). National accreditation requires park and recreation agencies to meet 155 standards representing elements of effective and efficient park and recreation operations.

Minimum & Additional Requirements

High School Diploma and three (3) years of related experience or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. First Aid training.

Notes

This position is subject to a successful drug and background screening.

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.

We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandrias excellent benefits and programs!

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The benefits referenced on this site, may be changed from time to time without notice. Temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team of Human Resources at DHR.TA@alexandriava.gov.

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Do you have at least two (2) years of work-related experience or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Yes
• No

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Preference will be given to those individuals who are available to work holidays and weekends. Are you able to work varied schedules which could include short notice, evenings, weekends or holidays?

• Yes
• No

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Are you willing to be in the pool for long periods of time?

• Yes
• No

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Are you available to work from June 1 to August 8, Monday through Friday?

• Yes
• No

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This position requires long periods of standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying items, and walking up and down steps. Do you have the ability to complete these tasks?

• Yes
• No

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I understand that failure to thoroughly and accurately complete the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections on my application and the "Supplemental Questionnaire" will result in my application being rejected?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Alexandria

Address City Hall

301 King Street,

Alexandria, Virginia, 22314

Phone 7037463784

Website http://alexandriava.gov/jobs