Job Description

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Make a difference in your community and the lives of Arlington’s youth and families while having fun and learning new skills!

The Department of Parks & Recreation is seeking temporary part-time Recreation Assistants for exciting, unique programs and events throughout the County. Examples of programs include elementary break camp days, skate nights, special events throughout the year, and middle school after-school programs.

The Youth, Teen, and Family Programs are designed to provide youth and their families with a fun, safe, challenging, and enriching experience where they can learn, grow, and play. Don’t miss out, come join our team and be a part of Arlington’s youth and family’s memories!

Specific duties include:

• Leading or assisting with planning and conducting recreation activities;
• Leading or assisting with completing participant and program evaluations;
• Working with individuals with disabilities and providing personal care of participants (training provided); and
• Performing other job- related duties as assigned.

Successful candidates will be able to collaborate and communicate with others and have reliable transportation. Additionally, they will have the ability to complete tasks, take initiative, and work successfully in a team environment.

RECREATION ASSISTANT II – AfterSchool Program Staff, Evening/Weekend Program Staff ($18.00 Hourly)

Responsible for planning, implementation, and facilitation of recreation programs and events; completing participant and program evaluations; and administrative duties.

Minimum requirements: Some experience administering recreation programs or working with youth.

RECREATION ASSISTANT III – AfterSchool Program Assistant Director ($20.08 Hourly)

Responsible for assisting with supervisory and administrative duties, including planning, managing & facilitating recreation activities, and processing participant, staff/volunteers, and program evaluations.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High school/GED/Equivalent; plus
• Some experience administering recreation programs.

Substitution: Completion of some college coursework may substitute for the experience requirement.

Desirables: Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications;
• Experience working with youth in a recreation setting;
• Experience working with diverse populations;
• Experience or willingness to work with individuals with disabilities; and
• Bilingual in English/Spanish.

Special Requirements

If selected, staff may be required to:

• Agree to a criminal background check.
• Provide references and/or supporting documentation to verify work/school experience prior to an offer of employment.
• Some positions require a driver license and driving history record check.
• Provide personal care of participants (training provided).
• Some positions require possession of First Aid/CPR/AED Certification or obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Arlington County requires that all employees have a bank account to accept direct payroll deposits.

Additional Information

Work Hours: Multiple positions are available. Positions vary in days and hours:

Recreation Assistant II (evening/weekend positions): up to twenty (20) hours per week schedule, including evenings and weekends depending upon scheduled events.

Recreation Assistant II and III (Teen AfterSchool Program Positions): twenty (20) to thirty-five (35) hours per week schedule Monday-Friday and one Saturday evening per month.

May be required to work in various DPR locations in Arlington.

Please complete each section of the application including the supplemental questions. Your responses to the supplemental questions are required because they provide us with specific information necessary to evaluate your qualifications for this position. These responses are considered part of the selection process. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please do not write "see resume" as a response to the questions. In accordance with § 19.2-392.15, applicants are not required to provide information regarding sealed arrests, charges, or convictions in response to any questions or inquiries during the hiring process.

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