City of Suffolk (VA) Parks and Recreation Opportunities

Greetings from Suffolk Parks & Recreation!

Suffolk Parks & Recreation currently has a couple opportunities available that we wanted to pass on to students at James Madison University including both paid employment opportunities and non-paid internships.

Job Openings:

Suffolk Parks & Recreation currently has paid position openings in the areas listed below.  To apply online and check out the City’s Total Compensation Package, please visitwww.suffolkva.us. The City of Suffolk is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• PT Recreation Leader  
  • NOTE:  Position closes on 3/22/18.  

To apply for job opening visit www.suffolkva.us and follow the employment tab.

Internship Openings: 

Please note that Internships with Suffolk Parks & Recreation are un-paid and do fall under the City’s Volunteer Management Program.  Interested students are encouraged to check with their Schools Career Management Center and Academic Advisors about federal work study grants or stipend program opportunities that may be available through the school.

• Parks and Recreation 360 Internship:
  • This internship position is based out of the Business Services Division of Parks & Recreation but is customized to the students’ career goals and the needs of the City.  Experience may include time in Athletics, Special Events, Parks, Before and After School Care, Fitness etc.  This internship experience provides the student with the ability to work in various areas of Parks & Recreation to gain a well-rounded and complete internship experience. 

To apply for an internship:  Students should submit a resume and cover letter to Jason Pittman, Recreation Supervisor at jpittman@suffolkva.us.

A description for the position is attached

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Jason Pittman, CPRP

Recreation Supervisor- Special Programs

City of Suffolk / Parks & Recreation

757-514-7268 (direct)

757-514-7275 (fax)