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Recreation Coordinator -Special Events

City of Chesapeake -
Chesapeake, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$61,647 a year
5 days ago

Qualifications

Staff supervision
Management
Customer inquiry handling
Driver's License
Sports

Full Job Description

Position Information

Working Title of Vacant Position

Recreation Coordinator -Special Events

Job Type

Full Time

Posting Type

Public

Number of Vacancies

Department

PARKS, REC, & TOURISM

Division

PR&T SPECIAL PROGS

Requisition Number

2026319

Number of hours worked per week

40 +

Work Schedule

Generally: Monday – Friday 8 am-5 pm
Will include evenings, weekends and holidays.
Operational demands will require a flexible scheduling

Work Site Location

Chesapeake, VA

Position Driving Requirement

R - Routine

Pay Grade

GE13

Pay Basis

Semi-Monthly

Advertised Salary

$61,647/ annually
Starting salary based on qualifications and experience

Job Description

Parks, Recreation and Tourism is seeking a creative, energetic, and highly organized leader who is passionate about special event planning and community engagement. If you enjoy designing meaningful events, bringing people together, and creating memorable experiences, this role is for you.

This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating a wide range of large- and small-scale citywide and community special events and programs, both indoor and outdoor.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate citywide special events, programs, and recreational activities
Supervise assigned staff, including hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating performance, and providing coaching and discipline
Collaborate with city departments, community groups, vendors, and stakeholders to plan and execute events
Develop event concepts, activities, sponsorships, entertainment, and programming for diverse audiences
Design and coordinate promotional and marketing materials using various media platforms
Oversee event safety, permitting, compliance, and incident reporting, ensuring adherence to city policies and regulations
Manage contracts, vendors, entertainment, concessions, and service providers, including negotiation and selection
Monitor budgets, approve expenditures, review invoices and payroll, and support annual budget development
Collect, analyze, and maintain data, records, and reports related to programs and events
Coordinate logistics for citywide events, ceremonial programs, and special initiatives
Maintain equipment, supplies, and inventory; place orders as needed
Provide excellent customer service and respond to public inquiries and concerns
Attend meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities; represent the department at public presentations
Support special event permitting, compliance, and work order processes
Perform other duties as assigned

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in physical education, sports/recreation administration, outdoor recreation or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
This class requires a minimum of two years of directly related full-time equivalent experience in the field, to include at least one year of supervisor level responsibilities.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.

CPR and First Aid certification are preferred, must be obtained within 6 months of employment and renewed every 2 years. Requirements determined by area assigned.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in planning, marketing, and conducting indoor and outdoor special events; working with vendors, exhibitors, sponsors, media outlets and citizen groups.

Experience coordinating ceremonial events and general knowledge of ceremony protocol.

Work hours vary and include significant evenings, weekends and periodically holidays

Will be required to work some events, programs, and activities within other areas of the City and Department

Over one year of full-time experience including some professional experience in managing organized special events and programs.

Must possess knowledge of recreational games, sports, arts and crafts, fitness programs, cultural awareness programs and special events.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date

07/02/2026

Job Close Date

07/19/2026

Open Continuous

Special Instructions to Applicants

Works special events and rentals that will require working many evenings, weekends and some holidays beyond normal business hours. Events may be held at various facilities located within the City, as well as, other neighboring locations. May be required to assist in city operations during emergencies and weather related events.

Drug Screening: MARIJUANA

In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.

ADA Checklist

Overall Physical Strength Demands

Overall Physical Strength Demands

M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly

Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Standing

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Sitting

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Walking

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Lifting Amount

Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Carrying

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Carrying Weight

Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Pushing/Pulling Weight

Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs

Reaching

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Handling

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Fine Dexterity

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Kneeling

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crouching

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Crawling

Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.

Bending

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Twisting

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Climbing

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Balancing

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Vision

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Hearing

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Talking

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Foot Controls

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used

Telephone, computer, popup tents and other various types of indoor and outdoor recreational equipment and games.

Protective Equipment Required

Any PPE required by the standard guidelines of the equipment in use.
Seat Belt

Health and Safety

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Mechanical Hazards

M = Several Times Per Month

Chemical Hazards

M = Several Times Per Month

Electrical Hazards

S = Seasonally

Fire Hazards

S = Seasonally

Explosives

S = Seasonally

Communicable Diseases

S = Seasonally

Physical Danger or Abuse

S = Seasonally

Other

If Other, Description

Environmental Factors

D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never

Dirt and Dust

W = Several Times Per Week

Extreme Temperatures

W = Several Times Per Week

Noise and Vibration

W = Several Times Per Week

Fumes and Odors

W = Several Times Per Week

Wetness/Humidity

S = Seasonally

Darkness or Poor Lighting

S = Seasonally

Primary Work Location

Office Environment, Vehicle, Outdoors, Other

Non-Physical Demands

C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.

Time Pressures

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Emergency Situations

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Frequent Change of Tasks

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team

Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.

Tedious or Exacting Work

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Noisy/Distracting Environment

Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.

Other

Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.

If Other, Description

Will be directly working with large crowds and groups.

Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)

Incumbent must be able to work independently most of the time

Professional References

Please provide contact information for professional references.

Minimum Requests

Maximum Requests

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