Recreation Attendant - Dance

Love dance and working with students? Join the City of Harrisonburg as a Recreation Attendant - Dance and help create a fun, safe, and welcoming experience for every participant.

The Dance Program's Recreation Attendant role is year-round, part-time and has a preferred hiring rate of $16.44 per hour (no benefits). The ideal candidate for this position will have exemplary customer service abilities while assisting with the implementation of a variety of classes.

As a Recreation Attendant in the Dance Program, you'll:

• Assist by:
  • Supervising students;
  • Planning and implementing specific activities for participants;
  • Preparing facilities and materials for dance programs;
  • Enforcing dance programs rules and regulations;
  • Completing disciplinary forms, accident forms, and other paperwork as needed;
  • Processing payments and transactions for services offered;
  • Responding to questions and providing information related to dance programs and activities.
• Assist with programs and events by:
  • Receiving visitors; 
  • Preparing facilities for programs and events, including cleaning and maintenance of facilities and equipment;
  • Responding to questions and providing information related to Parks & Recreation programs;
  • Processing payments, registrations, rentals, and transactions;
  • Interacting with program/class instructors within the facilities as needed;
  • Opening and closing the recreation facility as needed.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

• Completion of the tenth grade and minimal experience in a customer service position. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be used to meet this requirement. High school diploma or GED preferred but not required for consideration.
• At least 16 years of age.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certifications within the first three months of employment.
• Click here to view the physical requirements for this position.
• Some experience serving as a dance teacher or assisting with teaching dance classes is preferred but not required.

The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

• Drug screening; and
• Criminal background check.

This position is subject to the City of Harrisonburg's random drug testing program.

To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 07/22/2026)