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Location : Prince William County, VA
Job Type: Full-Time (FT)
Job Number: 202610804
Department: PARKS & RECREATION
Opening Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date: 9/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
GRADE: C43
Introduction
The Prince William County Department of Parks & Recreation has an exciting opportunity for a Recreation Supervisor to lead the daily operations, programming, and services at Veterans Memorial Park. This position provides leadership for a dynamic recreation environment and plays an essential role in creating positive experiences for the community, staff, and park guests.
The Recreation Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations, developing and evaluating recreational programs and special events, supporting facility and park operations, supervising and developing staff, and ensuring a high level of customer service. The position works collaboratively with department leadership, staff, community partners, and the public to meet community needs and provide safe, welcoming, and engaging recreational opportunities.
About This Role:
The Recreation Supervisor provides professional leadership and administrative oversight for the programs, services, staff, and daily operations of Veterans Memorial Park. This position serves as a key leader within the park, balancing operational responsibilities with a strong focus on staff development, program quality, customer service, and community engagement.
Responsibilities include planning, implementing, promoting, monitoring, and evaluating recreation programs and special events; supervising, training, coaching, and evaluating year-round and seasonal staff; coordinating daily operational needs; addressing customer and facility concerns; and ensuring established policies, procedures, and safety standards are followed. And the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, to include managing multiple priorities and responding effectively to the needs of staff, customers, and the community.
The Recreation Supervisor is a visible and hands-on leader who builds strong relationships with staff and the community while fostering a positive, team-oriented work environment. The position is expected to identify opportunities for improvement, respond effectively to changing operational needs, and help create a strong sense of community and belonging at Veterans Memorial Park.
The ideal candidate will be highly experienced, hands-on, well organized, forward-thinking, honest, and adaptable. This Recreation Supervisor won't simply accept the status quo; they will consistently look for new and better ways to achieve the Department's goals, deliver programs, and improve operations. They will move past the mindset of "This is how we've always done it" and won't hesitate to explore new ideas and approaches.
Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED. and 5 years of experience in recreation management, parks and recreation, facility operations, or a related field.

Preferences:
The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation, Recreation Management, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Five or more years of public recreation management experience, including three or more years of supervisory experience.
• Experience coordinating recreation programs, facility operations, events, or related services.
• Local government experience.
• Experience managing a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive, positive team culture.
• Experience overseeing a variety of recreation programs and services, including children's programming, aquatics, food and beverage operations, and facility rentals.
• Experience managing site-based operations, program management, compliance, customer service, and business operations.
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification.
• Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Instructor certification.

Special Requirements:

• DMV record checks on all licensed employees.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Criminal background checks on all hires 18 years and older.
• Fingerprinting required.

Work Schedule:
37.5 hours a week; typical schedule is between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm Monday to Friday, with weekend and holiday work required based on operational needs and event schedules. This position is classified as exempt and can adjust hours to meet operational needs.
Hiring Salary Range: $85,520.27-$100,612.08
We also offer great benefits including:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full-time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here PSLF for additional information.
NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here for the class description.
Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.
The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

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01
By submitting this application, I understand the following: 1) Only the information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications; 2) My resume will not substitute for the education, work experience, and required fields on the Prince William County application; 3) Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited and 4) If selected, my employment dates will be verified for the past three (3) years (if applicable), with a required reference from my current or most recent employer.

• Yes, I acknowledge and understand the above statement and wish to continue in this process.
• No, I do not wish to proceed any further in this process.

02
Please select your highest level of completed education.

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in an unrelated field
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Parks and Recreation, Recreation Management, Public Administration or related field.
• Associate's degree in an unrelated field
• Associate's degree in Parks and Recreation, Recreation Management, Public Administration or related Field
• High School Diploma/GED
• None of the above

03
This position requires a minimum of five years of experience in recreation, parks and recreation, facility operations, or a related field. Please quantify your years of experience in these areas.

• 6 or more years of experience
• 5 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• No experience

04
Please indicate the number of employees you have supervised in recreation, parks and recreation, facilities, or a related field?

• I have supervised more than 50 employees
• I have supervised 31-50 employees
• I have supervised 16-30 employees
• I have supervised 6-15 employees
• I have supervised 1-5 employees
• I have no supervisory experience

05
Which areas of recreation operations have you directly supervised or managed? Select all that apply.

• Recreation programs
• Children's/youth programming
• Aquatics
• Facility rentals
• Food and beverage operations
• Special events
• Facility operations/maintenance coordination
• Customer service operations
• Staff scheduling
• Budget/business operations
• Compliance/safety operations
• None of the above

06
Please quantify your years of experience supervising staff in recreation parks, public-sector, or related environment.

• More than 10 years of experience
• 8-10 years of experience
• 5-7 years of experience
• 3-4 years of experience
• 1-2 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience

07
Please quantify your years of experience working in local government.

• More than 5 years of experience
• 4-5 years of experience
• 1-3 years of experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• No experience

08
Please select the following areas in which you have experience. Select all that apply

• Coordinating Recreation Programs
• Facility Operations
• Events and services
• Rentals and cash handling
• None of the above

09
Which of the following certifications do you currently hold? Select all that apply.

• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP)
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO)
• Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Instructor
• Other relevant recreation/aquatics certification
• None of the above

10
Please describe a challenging operational, personnel, or customer-service issue you encountered in a recreation environment. What steps did you take to resolve the issue, and what was the outcome?
11
Please describe how you have created a positive, accountable, and team-oriented culture while supervising a diverse recreation staff. Provide an example of how you supported staff while maintaining performance expectations.
12
Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question