Job Announcement

This listing will fill three positions located within Neighborhood and Community Services community and senior centers at the following locations:

• Willston Multicultural Center, 6131 Willston Drive, Falls Church, VA 22044;
• Pinn Community Center, 10225 Zion Drive, Fairfax, VA 22032; and
• Wakefield Senior Center, located at 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA 22003.

Serving as Center Director, one oversees the day-to-day operations of a center. Plans and administers a comprehensive set of programs and services that promotes inclusive practices providing services to youth, adults, older adults, and families of all ability levels. Plans, develops, supervises, administers, and evaluates outcome-based programming addressing population, community, and human services needs. Programming focuses on recreational activities, educational programs, community service projects, volunteer programs, community trips, health and wellness programs, cultural programs and special events. Provides leadership and supervision to merit, non-merit staff, instructors, volunteers, and youth workers. Coordinates, organizes, and promotes center activities, maintenance of statistics and records, and financial management. Facilitates and coordinates safe building usage. Collaborates with residents, community organizations, across NCS Centers and business areas, and with other county agencies in support of the NCS Mission.

Supports county and agency efforts to identify, address, and adapt climate risks and vulnerabilities and resilience strategies, as well as the implementation of strategies to reduce risk to county residents, businesses, and infrastructure. Engage community and residents in the participation, evaluation, and implementation of active transportation policy needs for a full spectrum of users.

Engages community and resident leaders to develop responses to changing needs using a place-based and population-based approach. Works closely with leadership to coordinate a shared vision, actionable strategies, and support a framework for the county's engagement of community members. Promotes a high performing organization that ensure the work is directly connected to the department and the human services system priorities and outcome areas. Supports and promotes equity-based programs and practices that address needs and equitable access to opportunities to enhance well-being and community inclusion.

Other duties as assigned based upon agency and county needs.

The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 39.8% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.

Illustrative Duties

General Duties

• Conducts program and service delivery evaluations using a variety of tools;
• Identifies deficiencies and recommends alternative strategies as needed and incorporates viable suggestions into programming;
• Develops and maintains community and corporate partnerships;
• Develops and implements community outreach plans to target underserved populations;
• Develops, prepares, and submits an annual budget;
• Monitors revenues and expenses and reconciles revenue/expense reports;
• Adheres to revenue and expense limits and to departmental goals and objectives;
• Evaluates data from daily operations and compiles administrative reports documenting attendance and service delivery for use in developing future programming;
• Completes regular inspections and safety assessments, maintains a hazard and drug-free environment, documents issues to identify risk areas, and recommends improvements;
• Ensures that agency programs, facilities, and personnel meet all standards for certifications and licenses related to the area of assignments;
• Analyzes and ensures accountability of center inventory;
• Authorizes the purchase of supplies and equipment;
• Conducts inspections to ensure that the housekeeping, cleanliness, and maintenance of the facility are acceptable and meet quality standards;
• Develops and implements guidelines for the security and protection of a site against fire, vandalism, and other damage;
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and county safety and health standards and operational procedures;
• Acquires and posts all current certificates, licenses, permits, and operating requirements;
• Compiles and retains operational and safety records and complies with federal, state and county safety standards;
• Enforces operating policies and procedures, evaluates their effectiveness and recommends changes;
• Coordinates efforts to optimize revenue production and/or customer satisfaction;
• Promotes diverse center participation of persons from various cultural, educational, and economic backgrounds;
• Makes arrangements for the use/maintenance of agency vehicles, facilities, and equipment;
• Recruits, trains, supervises, and schedules volunteers and subordinate staff to assist in various aspects of programming including mentoring, instruction, and program aides;
• Develops and disseminates material to publicize and market activities at the assigned location.

Operations

• Supervises the noon meal service, including logistics, special meal requests, nutritional requirements, proper storage of food, and collection of fees.

Programming

• Schedules, plans, organizes, supervises, and evaluates a diverse selection of leisure activities such as after-school programs, character education activities, family activities, community outings, hobby enrichment classes, leisure counseling and education, aquatics, camps, fitness, and therapeutic activity interventions;
• Develops activity plans and process instructions for a variety of selected activities with input from staff, community members, and volunteers;
• Plans and evaluates unique programs for fitness camps, seniors, persons with physical disabilities, and special events with assistance from personal trainers as needed;
• Coordinates with health, social services, legal, financial, housing professionals and other local organizations to arrange and conduct special programs.

Management

• Administers long-term rentals, prepares the annual calendar of events, and collects fees;
• Manages individual client cases, updates the Virginia Uniform Assessment Instrument, conducts comprehensive therapeutic and functional assessments of all individuals with disabilities, and documents progress and care plans;
• Works with other human service agencies to provide appropriate intervention strategies.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation center, aquatics, or rental property operations management, as appropriate to the position;
• Knowledge of fiscal record keeping and inventory procedures;
• Knowledge of group work methods and activity facilitation;
• Ability to motivate and supervise staff and volunteers;
• Ability to prepare clear, concise financial and administrative reports;
• Ability to administer budgets;
• Ability to plan, develop and administer recreation programs or community activities;
• Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment;
• Ability to develop and implement sound management practices;
• Ability to conduct training programs;
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with staff, citizen groups, and the public;
• Ability to work independently using sound judgment in the execution of the position's duties;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

If assigned to teen or senior center position:

• Knowledge of the various theories of human development;
• Knowledge of aging- or youth-related risk factors and early identification criteria;
• Knowledge of OSHA/Universal precaution standards.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for “Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to”)
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in recreation and park management, therapeutic recreation, or other closely related field; plus two years of progressively responsible experience in park or recreation services related work, as applicable to the position.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Valid driver's license required at the time of application.

If assigned to senior or teen center positions:
First Aid certification, within 90 days of appointment;
CPR certification, within 90 days of appointment;
Food Handler (VA) certification, within 90 days of appointment.

If assigned to therapeutic recreation positions:
Possession of a commercial driver's license (CDL), within six months of employment;
First Aid certification, within 90 days of appointment;
CPR certification, within 90 days of appointment;
Must be able to successfully pass state criminal background check, pre-employment drug and alcohol test, and provide proof of negative TB test within past year before appointment;
Certification with the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation (NCTRC) as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), within one year of appointment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in recreation, gerontology or related field.
Certified Activity Director.
Experience with the following: community-based senior recreation programming; senior center operations and prevention oriented programs for older adults; community-based recreation programming for individuals with disabilities; supervising recreation employees; conducting outreach and programming to diverse cultures; working with older adults; benefits-based recreation programming; carrying out national, state, and local legislation involving the rights of, and services for, older adults; working with self-directed teams; managing multiple programs and projects; coordinating volunteer programs and services; and developing partnerships, sponsorships or collaborative programs and services with public and private agencies.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• All newly hired employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (two weeks after the last required dose) as a condition of employment or obtain approval of a medical or religious exemption prior to their start date. Proof of an exemption or vaccination status will be required during the pre-employment onboarding process. New employees who obtain an exemption from the vaccine mandate for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs may be subject to a weekly testing requirement. Vaccinated employees and employees with a medical or religious exemption will complete the attestation online on their first day of employment or shortly thereafter.
• The appointee to the position will be required to complete the following to the satisfaction of the employer:
  • Criminal Background Investigation
  • Child Protective Services Registry Check
  • Driving Record Check

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work is generally sedentary in nature. However, incumbent may be required to do some walking, standing, bending, and carrying items up to 25 pounds. Ability to operate keyboard-driven equipment. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Sufficiently mobile to attend meetings at various locations and make presentations to county staff and community. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include a practical exercise.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.