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Now hiring at RPCA! From recreation services and parks to cultural programs and administrative support, we offer part-time, full-time, and temporary opportunities. Make an impact in your community, join us today!
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Who Are We?

In the City of Alexandria’s Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities (RPCA) team, we aren’t just employees. We’re a big team bound together by a shared passion to connect our community to play and their surrounding environments. Our team takes pride in our programs, our facilities, our parks, and the community that we serve. As an essential part of the RPCA team, you will play a role in serving the community, while also being served by the great benefits that our employees enjoy, including paid training opportunities, a $300 bonus for our seasonal staff members, and more.

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Mission

We create meaningful experiences that inspire community, foster creativity, and enhance quality of life for everyone.

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Vision

The Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities envisions Alexandria as a vibrant, connected, and thriving community where every resident feels a sense of belonging. Through safe, inclusive, and innovative programs and spaces, we strengthen well-being, celebrate diversity, and create opportunities for joy and discovery. Guided by equity and excellence, we are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all who live, work, and play in our City.

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Values

  • One City, One Budget: Public funds are shared resources used responsibly and equitably to serve the entire community.
  • Team Up: Break down silos, foster partnerships, and collaborate across divisions, communities, and City agencies.
  • Find a Way: Lead with creative solutions, focus on possibilities, not obstacles.
  • Serve with Commitment: Demonstrate pride, care, and dedication in every interaction and transaction with the community and with one another.

Job Opportunities

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Apply to Work With RPCA

Apply now to join the Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities team! Employees who get hired with our department receive paid training, enjoy a fun working environment, and eligible seasonal employees receive a $300 bonus.

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Job Descriptions and Class Specifications

The class specifications provide a description of the typical duties associated with a job classification. In addition, they also outline the minimum qualifications and the required knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) for each job class.

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Become a Lifeguard or Water Safety Instructor

Explore the opportunity to become a lifeguard or water safety instructor. Take our certification class, pass and work for RPCA, and your fee will be waived. For more information, contact chinquapin@alexandriava.gov.

Onboarding

Before you join our team, learn more about what the City of Alexandria has to offer!

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Employee Benefits

Full-time and part-time employees are eligible to participate in our plans and programs based on the number of hours they work weekly. In addition to outstanding comprehensive health and welfare benefits, the City also provides a Wellness Program for employees and retirees.

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Professional Development & Learning

The City sponsors many employee-focused learning and development programs throughout the year in a variety of settings. 

Important Department Documents

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Strategic Plan

Learn more about our department's Strategic Initiatives.

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Customer Service the RPCA Way

Learn more about Customer Service the RPCA Way.

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CAPRA Accreditation

The City of Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is evaluated every five years and has successfully received national re-accreditation from CAPRA in October 2009, October 2014, and June 2019.

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