Career Opportunities

We have three career opportunities for summer. Virginia Outdoor Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or disabling condition.

Please see the descriptions below. To apply please email your resume to info@playva.com.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Customer Service

Job Description

Welcoming people to our great facility
Telling people about the Rappahannock River and all the great trips available
Help people learn about their river experience and get them prepared
Manage equipment
Part Time and Full time available (April through September)
Up to seven days a week – based on your schedule

Required Skills

Ability to have fun and be comfortable spending time outside
Basic computer skills
Excellent people skills
Ability to multitask

Benefits

Great working environment on the river all day
Be part of a fantastic team
Access to VOC equipment and trips
Watersports training available
All this and money too

Shuttle Driver

Job Description

Have fun getting people on the Rappahannock River
Drive shuttle vehicles to transport people through wonderful river trips
Load and unload canoes/kayak/tubes and SUP boards from vehicles and trailers
Prepare people for their time on the water
Assist customers in and out of boats
Fit life jackets for customers
Part Time and Full time available (April through September) Full time (June through August)
Up to seven days a week – based on your schedule

Required Skills

Ability to have fun and be comfortabe spending time outside
Able to load and unload Canoes, Kayaks, Stand up Paddle Boards, and other equipment
Able to drive large vehicles with trailer (training provided, no CDL required)

Benefits

Great working environment on the river all day
Be part of a fantastic team
Access to VOC equipment and trips
Watersports training available
All this and money too

Mountain Adventure School Counselor

Job Description – Position Filled 2024

Spend the summer Canoeing, Kayaking, Climbing and enjoying the Rappahannock River
Lead 9 to 15 year old youth in adventure programming
Teach river swimming, river and water safety, and responsible river stewardship
Teach youth how to become outdoor leaders
Implement our ROCK culture (Respect, Observe, Communicate, Know)
Help kids build a life-long love for the outdoors
Programming lasts Memorial Day to Labor Day

Required Skills

Ability to communicate with kids 9 to 15
Ability to manage adventure activities on water and land
Able to drive vehicles with trailer (training available, no CDL required)
Prior outdoor skill knowledge and skills
Experience with youth program leadership
Activity training available

Benefits

Great working environment on the river all day
Be part of a fantastic team
Access to VOC equipment and trips
Watersports training available
All this and money too