Job Description

Vacancy Announcement

Recreation Coordinator,
Sports and Fitness 
Part-time
Starting Pay: $20.62

 

The City’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Events is seeking a dedicated Recreation Coordinator to support and assist in implementing a comprehensive sports and fitness program. This position, under general supervision, plays a vital role in planning, developing, coordinating, and supervising city-wide recreation and athletic programs for both adults and youth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in coordinating and implementing community sports and fitness programs.
• Develop and manage an annual sports calendar and program descriptions.
• Organize seasonal registration mailings and forecast program expenditures.
• Coordinate sports league registrations and team assignments.
• Recruit, train, and assign coaches; manage issuance of sports equipment.
• Schedule fields, facilities, practices, and games; assign officials.
• Oversee field preparation and advertise sports programs and events.
• Organize tournaments and maintain game statistics and records.
• Manage inventory of supplies and equipment; order as necessary.
• Create flyers and contribute to the activity catalog.
• Handle inquiries, perform clerical support, and liaise with divisions.
• Interpret league rules and explain policies to participants and officials.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Leisure Services, Physical Education, or a related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience in professional-level recreation work, including programming and coordinating activities or sports facility management.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Valid state-issued driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understanding of departmental methods, procedures, and policies.
• Familiarity with relevant laws, ordinances, and regulations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to align work with organizational goals.
• Ability to maintain communication with supervisors and oversee diverse functions.
• Competency in developing policies and procedures for operational success.

Join our team and contribute to enhancing the community’s recreational experiences!
Apply now to join a team dedicated to making a positive impact on youth development and community engagement!
While the position is open until filled, completed City applications and resumes should be submitted before 4:00pm on November 14, 2025.

Come be part of a knowledgeable and amazing work team committed to excellence in serving a thriving and growing community and the commitment to  City’s Core Values .  The City is a member of the Virginia Retirement System and offers competitive health, dental and vision insurance as well as generous vacation/sick leave benefits and 13 paid holidays a year. 
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The City of Fredericksburg provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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City of Fredericksburg
Human Resources Department
715 Princess Anne Street, Room 209
Fredericksburg, VA  22401
FXBGhire@fredericksburgva.gov
 

Job Tags

Part time, Seasonal work, Local area,

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