Parks & Recreation Administrative Services Specialist

Position Summary:

Fluvanna County Parks & Recreation is seeking a Parks and Recreation Services Specialist to assist with the supervision and management of parks, programs, facilities, and staff in alignment with the Department’s mission, vision, and policies. This position serves as the Department’s administrative manager and provides direct support to Parks & Recreation programming and events.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities):

• Monitor Pleasant Grove Park and recreation facilities for maintenance issues.
• Manage Department inventory.
• Prepare complex fiscal and statistical reports.
• Prepare and manage invoices for event rentals and programs.
• Research and propose grant opportunities.
• Assist with the Department budget preparation process.
• Assist the Director with personnel supervision and department management as needed, including serving as support in the Director’s absence.
• Assist with planning and execution of Athletics, Recreational, and Active Seniors programming.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Program budget development
• Facility and equipment rental management
• Rules/regulations for organized sports
• Community recreational programming
• Marketing strategies for events and programs
• Safety policies and procedures for program participants

Skills in:

• Oral and written communication
• Organizing tasks and programs
• Meeting deadlines, managing interruptions, and handling requests efficiently
• Engaging program participants
• Modeling behaviors of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility

Ability to:

• Interpret, communicate, and promote the Department’s mission, goals, and objectives
• Build and maintain positive relationships with participants, customers, and staff
• Demonstrate a flexible, adaptive work style
• Use diplomacy and tact in a variety of situations
• Keep your supervisor informed of plans, progress, and problems
• Plan events and activities suitable for program participants
• Provide supervision to volunteers and staff

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license (Commonwealth of Virginia)
• Associate’s Degree in Recreation, Administration, or related field (accredited college/university)
• Five (5) years of experience in recreation program planning and implementation
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience
• Or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work

Preferred:

• CPR and First Aid certification

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods; use a computer, telephone, and standard business equipment
• Must be able to communicate effectively with others
• Travel required to and between center/off-site locations
• May be required to lift up to 25 lbs
• Ability to work a varied schedule, which may include evenings and weekends

Post-Offer / Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Criminal background check and driving record check

Apply through the Fluvanna County internal career site. Attach an updated resume. If available, include documentation or examples of experience related to programming/events, facility operations, budgeting/invoicing, grants, and staff/volunteer supervision.

Starting Pay: $19.20/hr ($39,936 annualized)

Fluvanna County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.