Recreation Specialist

Salary: $23.13 Hourly
Location : Manassas Recreation, VA
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 9207-01
Department: Parks, Culture & Recreation
Opening Date: 07/31/2026
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Grade: B07


Position Summary


The City of Manassas is seeking a dynamic, energetic individual that enjoys interacting with people to join the Division of Parks, Culture and Recreation. The successful candidate will be responsible for engaging visitors at City-owned facilities. This position works to ensure the success of public and educational programs, and events offered throughout the City by creating unique and enjoyable experiences to highlight our city spirit and charm.


This is a part-time position working 24 hours per week and requires night and weekend work as scheduled. Schedule Note : Minimum of 4 days per week: 6 Hours per day up to 24hrs a week. Shifts: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and/or Saturday. This position will have two shifts during the week: First shift: 9:30am-3:30pm; Second shift: 2:30pm-8:30pm. The Saturday shift will be: 9:30am-4:30pm
This position is open until filled and may close at any time.
Essential Job Functions


Conducts public, recreational and athletic programs utilizing City equipment, supplies, and volunteers; maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of the City, assists with program planning, preparing materials and equipment used in programs and events. Provides support to the Parks, Culture and Recreation Division staff by leading programs and events that may be held at parks or facilities located within the City.


Supports Parks, Culture and Recreation staff as needed in other programs and events; collaborates on program plans, entertainment schedules, private rentals and annual recreation calendars. Assists with special events related to concerts, entertainment, sport clinics, events that are held throughout the city, and monitoring participants attending programs.


Assists with developing, preparing and distributing marketing materials and related communications, identifies program opportunities involving community business and partnerships.


Assists with recruiting personnel, entertainers, instructors and volunteers for program delivery.


Leads programs and events at the discretion of the full-time Recreation Coordinator or their designee


Retrieves, stores, maintains inventory and organizes supplies and equipment.


Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Required Qualifications


High School diploma or G.E.D
Two years of related experience in community service, event management, or recreational program administration

A combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:
Associate's Degree in Education, Parks and Recreation, Recreation Management or related field.
Special Requirements


Must have the ability to work independently and as part of a group; must exhibit strong communication skills, the ability to follow instructions and have a flexible schedule.


A post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug test will be conducted on the selected incumbent.
Part time benefits for those that are eligible vary depending on the amount of hours worked and are defined in the City's Employee Handbook.