Recreation Manager I

Recreation Manager I/ GS 19

Join our Great City
The City of Alexandria is in Northern Virginia bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington, and Fairfax counties. Once within the original boundary stones that demarked the area of the Nation’s Capital, Alexandria is a part of the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. With a population of approximately 157,600 Alexandria is the sixth largest city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Unique and historic, Alexandria is a place that is experiencing substantial redevelopment appeal and business growth opportunities because of a high market demand for urban living in a quality environment. About one-quarter of the City’s 15.47 square miles has been designated as a national or local historic district.
The City of Alexandria is an independent City with no county affiliation and derives its governing authority from a Charter granted by the Virginia General Assembly. Virginia is a Dillon Rule state, allowing local governments only the authority granted to them by the Virginia Constitution or by the Virginia General Assembly in the City Charter or in general law. City Council is the governing body, which formulates policies for the administration of the City. The mayor is chosen on a separate ballot and presides over sessions of the Council. If you are interested in working for the vibrant City of Alexandria, we invite qualified candidates to apply for our Recreation Manager 1 for the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities (RPCA).

A Message from the Director

Welcome to the City of Alexandria’s Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities. I am excited that you are considering joining our team. Every day, we have the privilege of serving a city that values connection, creativity, and community. Our parks, programs, and cultural spaces reflect Alexandria’s diversity and spirit, and our people are the heart of it all.

As you explore opportunities within RPCA, know that you are stepping into a department where teamwork, curiosity, and service guide everything we do. We take pride in our work, we find purpose in our impact, and we celebrate the difference each team member makes. Together, we are building something meaningful for the people of Alexandria, and I am grateful for your interest in being part of it.

Hashim T. Taylor, Director
Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities


Position Overview
The Recreation Manager I (Sports) is responsible for the planning, administration, supervision, and evaluation of adult sports leagues, athletic facilities, special events, and recreational programming for the Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities (RPCA).

The Opportunity
      - Plan, coordinate, implement, supervise, and evaluate adult sports leagues, tournaments, special events, and recreational programs.
      - Manage league operations including scheduling, standings, playoffs, roster management, and participant communication.
      - Oversee adult athletic programs including basketball, softball, volleyball, soccer, and other recreational offerings.
      - Develop new sports programs and initiatives that respond to community interests and participation trends.
      - Manage program registration, scheduling, reporting, and participant records using RecTrac/WebTrac.
      - Recruit, interview, hire, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate staff, officials, instructors, and volunteers.
      - Coordinate scheduling and utilization of athletic fields, gymnasiums, courts, and recreational facilities.
      - Assist in developing and monitoring program budgets and revenue projections.
      - Build and maintain relationships with participants, officials, schools, community organizations, and affiliate groups.

What You Should Bring
The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of recreation and sports program administration, league operations, facility scheduling, staff supervision, customer service, and budget management.

About You
You are service-minded, dependable, and take pride in your work. You bring energy, professionalism, and a sense of purpose to every task, whether maintaining a park, supporting a program, or greeting visitors.
By joining RPCA, you become part of a team that takes pride in serving Alexandria and shaping experiences that last a lifetime.

As part of RPCA, you will be expected to:
    - Serve with purpose and approach each day with enthusiasm and a commitment to excellence
    - Embody accountability and curiosity by taking initiative, asking questions, and seeking solutions
    - Demonstrate teamwork and respect, supporting colleagues and fostering a positive, inclusive environment
    -Stay responsive and reliable by being attentive, dependable, and engaged with the community
    - Reflect our values through transparency, professionalism, and wholehearted dedication to service

• Master's degree in Recreation, Sports Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in recreation, sports management, facility operations, or program administration.
• Experience supervising staff, officials, instructors, and volunteers.
• Experience administering adult sports leagues and athletic facilities.
• Experience with RecTrac/WebTrac or similar recreation management software.

This position requires pre-employment background checks which include, but are not limited to, a criminal records check and drug screening.

TheCityofAlexandriaisanEqualOpportunityEmployerandvaluesdiversityinitsworkforce.Allqualifiedcandidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance,sexualorientation,genderidentityorexpression,familyresponsibilities,matriculation,politicalaffiliation, genetic information, military status, or disability.