Summer Youth – Parks, Recreation and Tourism

Summer Youth Employment – Parks, Recreation and Tourism

July 1, 2026 – September 4, 2026 – a seasonal role for Chesapeake residents ages 16‑19. The program offers onsite work experience across City facilities such as South Norfolk, Indian River, Rivercrest, Deep Creek, Camelot, and Western Branch.

Title:

Summer Youth Employment – Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Type:
Seasonal/Substitute
Posting Type:
Intern
Vacancies: 1
Department: PARKS, REC, & TOURISM
Division: PR&T ADMIN

Requisition # 2026238

Hours:

Up to 25 per week

Schedule:

TBD, depending on assignment
Work Site:
City facilities listed above
Driving Requirement:
None
Pay: $15/hour

Participants will work alongside City employees in a supportive, team‑oriented environment, building skills such as communication, teamwork, customer service, professionalism, and time management.

General duties may include:

• Community Center
  • Greeting and checking in patrons
  • Assisting with recreational activities and programs
  • Cleaning and organizing facilities
  • Providing customer service to visitors
• Grounds Maintenance
  • Weeding, landscaping, and spreading mulch
  • Assisting with grounds upkeep and beautification
  • Emptying trash and removing tree limbs or debris
  • Working outdoors alongside maintenance staff

• Provide own transportation to and from work
• Arrive at the work site at the time designated by supervisor
• Perform tasks assigned by supervisor efficiently
• Demonstrate honesty, punctuality, courtesy, a cooperative attitude, appropriate dress, and a willingness to learn
• Conform to the guidelines of the work site

Participants are encouraged to apply if they meet the age requirement of 16‑19 as of July 1, 2026 and are interested in the listed city locations.

Overall Physical Strength Demands:
Medium – Exerting 20‑50 lbs occasionally, 10‑25 lbs frequently, or up to 10 lbs constantly.

Physical Demands: C = Continuously – 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently – 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally – up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely – less than 1 hour per week. N = Never.

Standing:
Frequently (1/3‑2/3 of the time). Sitting:
Occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time). Walking:
Frequently. Lifting:
Occasionally. Lifting Amount:
Exerting up to 20‑50 lbs. Carrying:
Occasionally. Carrying Weight:
Exerting up to 20‑50 lbs. Pushing/Pulling:
Occasionally. Pushing/Pulling Weight:
Exerting up to 20‑50 lbs. Reaching:
Occasionally. Handling:
Occasionally. Fine Dexterity:
Occasionally. Kneeling:
Occasionally. Crouching:
Occasionally. Crawling:
Rarely. Bending:
Occasionally. Twisting:
Occasionally. Climbing:
Rarely. Balancing:
Occasionally. Vision:
Continuously. Hearing:
Continuously. Talking:
Frequently. Foot Controls:
Occasionally.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used:
Maintains historical and other pertinent data and reporting related to Department resources, projects, properties, leases, facilities and open spaces.

Protective Equipment

Required:

All PPE required for equipment in use, seat belt, hard hat, safety glasses.

Health and Safety: D = Daily, W = Several Times Per Week, M = Several Times Per Month, S = Seasonally, N = Never.

Hazard Descriptions:
Mechanical Hazards – M;
Chemical Hazards – M;
Electrical Hazards – M;
Fire Hazards – S;
Explosives – S;
Communicable Diseases – S;
Physical Danger or Abuse – S;
Dirt and Dust – W;
Extreme Temperatures – S;
Noise and Vibration – W;
Fumes and Odors – S;
Wetness/Humidity – S;
Darkness or Poor Lighting – S.

Primary

Work Location:

Non-Physical Demands: C = Continuously, F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, R = Rarely, N = Never.

Time Pressures:
Occasionally. Emergency Situations:
Rarely. Frequent Change of Tasks:
Occasionally. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime:
Occasionally. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously:
Occasionally. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team:
Frequently. Tedious or Exacting Work:
Occasionally. Noisy/Distracting Environment:
Frequently. Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks? All PPE Required for equipment in use, seat belt, hard hat, safety glasses. Incumbent must be able to work independently.