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basicREC Program Assistant - School Year

Part-time

Frederick County, VA Government

Winchester, VAPart-time$15/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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Compensation
$15/hr
Location
Winchester, VA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Frederick County, VA Government is hiring a basicREC Program Assistant - School Year. The Program Assistant helps create fun, safe, and memorable experiences for children and families by assisting with basicREC and Camp basicREC programs. This role involves leading activities, supporting participants, providing customer service, and contributing to a welcoming recreation environment.

Key focus areas include Assist with program setup, breakdown, and general operational support, Monitor participants and activities to help maintain a safe environment, and Provide customer service and respond courteously to participant and public inquiries.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED Equivalent and Must Be 18+. Preferred (not required): Customer Service and Maintaining Positive Working Relationships.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer ServiceMaintaining Positive Working Relationships

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED EquivalentMust Be 18+Experience Working With Recreation ProgramsExperience Working With CampsExperience Working With AthleticsExperience Working With ChildcareExperience Working With Community Activities Involving Elementary School-Aged Children

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basicREC Program Assistant - School Year

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basicREC Program Assistant - School Year

Salary

$15.00 Hourly

Location

107 N Kent. St., Winchester, VA

Job Type

Part-Time Restricted

Job Number

00728

Department

RECREATION CENTERS AND PLAYGROUNDS

Opening Date

07/16/2026

  • Description

  • Benefits

Description

Are you passionate about creating fun, safe, and memorable experiences for children and families? Join our team as a Program Assistant and play a key role in bringing basicREC and Camp basicREC programs to life! In this role, you'll help lead activities, support participants, provide outstanding customer service, and contribute to a welcoming recreation environment.

Why Join Us?

  • Make a difference in the lives of children every day.

  • Stay active and engaged. Enjoy outdoor activities, games, and more!

Work Schedule:

Split Shift Schedule

  • Monday- Friday at 6:15 AM - 8:45 AM and 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

What You'll Do:

Responsibilities:

  • Assists with program setup, breakdown, and general operational support.

  • Monitors participants and activities to help maintain a safe environment.

  • Provides customer service and responds courteously to participant and public inquiries.

  • Assists with attendance tracking, sign-in/sign-out procedures, and activity coordination.

  • Enforces program rules, safety procedures, and department policies.

  • Reports accidents, incidents, behavioral concerns, or unsafe conditions to supervisory staff.

  • Assists with distributing equipment, supplies, and materials.

  • Serves as a liaison between participants, parents or guardians, program staff, and the Frederick County Parks & Recreation Division by providing routine program information and assisting with participant needs.

  • Maintains positive working relationships with participants, contracted organizations, parents of participants, and other staff.

  • Assists in maintaining a safe, organized, and inclusive recreation environment by monitoring participant activities and promptly reporting safety concerns or emergencies to supervisory staff.

  • Performs related duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent.

  • Must be at least 18 years old.

  • Previous experience working with recreation programs, camps, athletics, customer service, childcare, or community activities involving elementary school-aged children is preferred but not required.

  • Willingness to work indoor/outdoor.

Supplemental Information

To learn more about Frederick County, Virginia employee benefits, please visit the following webpage:https://www.fcva.us/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits

All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities. Frederick County Virginia Government is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The County’s EEO Utilization Report is available at www.fcva.us/jobs

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