Jobs in Portsmouth, VA
59 open roles — posted here, and found on employers' own careers sites.
Median posted pay $91,000 from the 52 roles here that state a range. Only some employers state pay, and the ones that do skew to California and New York, where the law requires it.
SUPERVISORY MECHANICAL ENGINEER
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $108,019 – $140,426
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Medical Supply Tech (Sterile Processing)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Portsmouth, VA · $46,084 – $59,908
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SUPERVISORY EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST
Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command
Portsmouth, VA · $108,019 – $140,426
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HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (RECRUITMENT & PLACEMENT)
Secretary of the Navy Offices (SECNAV)
Full-time · Portsmouth, VA · $51,210 – $66,574
This is a federal HR role focused on recruitment and staffing for the U.S. government, where you'll develop job announcements, assess candidate qualifications, and manage the hiring process using government classification standards. It suits someone with HR experience in recruitment, knowledge of federal hiring rules, and the ability to evaluate resumes and create selection criteria.
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Boat Builder Leader
U.S. Coast Guard
Full-time · 2 locations · $36 – $42 / hour
Lead a team of boat builders at a U.S. Coast Guard facility, overseeing the construction and repair of fiberglass and wooden hulls for small craft and vessels. This role combines hands-on craftsmanship with supervisory duties, managing fiberglass work, hull repairs, coatings application, and equipment maintenance.
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Child and Youth Program Assistant - May be eligible for 1000.00 Incentive at 6 mo. and 1 year
Commander, Navy Installations Command
Portsmouth, VA · $19 – $30 / hour
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COMBINED TRADES SUPERVISOR
Department of the Navy Headquarters
Portsmouth, VA · $53 – $62 / hour
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Transfer Driver
U-Haul
38 locations
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Assistant Store Manager (Full-time) - Portsmouth, VA
Hibbett Sports
Portsmouth, VA
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SUPERVISORY HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (LABOR REL/EMPL REL)
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $127,646 – $165,945
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Congressional Liaison Specialist
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Portsmouth, VA · $62,640 – $81,436
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Command Secretary
U.S. Coast Guard
Full-time · Portsmouth, VA · $56,713 – $73,724
A secretarial and office management role supporting a Coast Guard command, handling correspondence, scheduling, records, and administrative operations for senior military leaders. Suited for someone with federal administrative experience who can manage competing priorities and communicate effectively with leadership across an organization.
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Child & Youth Program Assistant- May be eligible for 1000.00 Incentive at 6 mo. and 1 year
Commander, Navy Installations Command
Full-time · Portsmouth, VA · $19 – $30 / hour
This role involves supervising and supporting children and youth in structured programs, facilitating activities that build social skills, health awareness, and school readiness. It suits people who enjoy working directly with young people and want to contribute to their developmental growth in a team environment.
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GENERAL ENGINEER - ARCHITECT
Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command
Portsmouth, VA · $75,788 – $118,092
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Reservation Manager-2
U-Haul
2 locations
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NUCLEAR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS INSPECTOR(SHIPS) LEADER
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $50 – $59 / hour
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Financial Management Analyst
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Portsmouth, VA · $75,788 – $98,530
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Child & Youth Program Food Service Worker
Commander, Navy Installations Command
Portsmouth, VA · $20 / hour
This position prepares and serves food for children and youth at a naval facility, involving meal prep, kitchen maintenance, food storage, and compliance with health and safety standards. It suits someone with food service experience who works efficiently in a structured military environment and can manage the physical demands of kitchen work.
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Reservation Manager
U-Haul
50 locations
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MECHANICAL ENGINEER
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $90,838 – $118,092
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PHYSICIAN (CRITICAL CARE)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Full-time · Portsmouth, VA · $200,000 – $400,000
This critical care physician role in a U.S. federal healthcare system combines direct patient care for acutely ill patients with leadership of multidisciplinary ICU teams. Compensation follows a structured federal pay scale with a base salary and market-adjusted supplement reviewed biennially to reflect regional conditions and the physician's credentials.
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Recreation Assistant (Community Recreation)
Commander, Navy Installations Command
4 locations · $18 / hour
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EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
United States Fleet Forces Command
Portsmouth, VA · $108,019 – $140,426
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Nurse (Inpatient Clinical/OB-GYN)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
3 locations · $104,349 – $135,657
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Food Service Worker
Commander, Navy Installations Command
8 locations · $23 – $27 / hour
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