Camp Director (park/rec Specialist I)
- Employer
- Fairfax County Government
- Location
- Mclean, Virginia
- Salary
- $47,145.49 - $78,575.74 Annually
- Closing date
- Jan 23, 2021
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- Industry
- Government and Public Services, State & Local
- Function
- Executive, Management, Director
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
Develops, establishes, evaluates and promotes programs for children from age three to 16 years old to best meet the need of the youth population of Small District 1-A of Dranesville. Implements and executes programs for Camp McLean, and the Old Firehouse Teen Center. Serves as a liaison between groups and the McLean Community Center. Works u nder general supervision.
General duties include:
- Establishes networks or resources for programs or services for youth.
- Coordinates overall plan and organizes production schedules for the following programs: Camp McLean (a 6-week licensed camp program for youth, 3 to 10 years old). Old Firehouse Teen Center summer excursion camp, winter/spring break trips, & teacher workday trips (for 5th grades to 10th graders).
- Insures provision for publicity information to MCC for distribution.
- Researches and develops camp/trip locations, activities & programs.
- Interviews, trains, conducts evaluations and hires seasonal & yearly part-time staff. Schedules and staffs Old Firehouse trips.
- Develops, recommends, monitors, and implements program budgets for the Old Firehouse trips and Camp McLean.
- Drafts all purchasing requests and performance contracts for Camp McLean, Old Firehouse Teen Center summer programs and winter/spring break camps. establishes fees for programs.
- Tracks and monitors revenues and expense limits, goals, and guidelines. Authorizes purchase requests and invoices for payment.
- Obtains and maintains the licensure for yearly operation of Camp McLean.
- Drives 10 passenger bus to provide services for participants.
- This position works under the general supervision of the Old Firehouse General Manager
Note: This position requires occasional evening, weekend, and holiday work.
Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)
General Duties
- Plans, coordinates, schedules, supervises, and evaluates the operations and maintenance of the assigned facility or facilities;
- Hires, trains, supervises, schedules, and evaluates staff;
- Plans, schedules, and conducts specialized on-site staff training;
- Completes and submits various financial, administrative, and statistical reports;
- Identifies, recommends, and writes justifications for budget components such as capital equipment submissions;
- Adheres to revenue and expense limits, goals, and guidelines for specialized areas of supervision;
- Authorizes purchase requests and invoices for payment;
- Inspects facilities and grounds for safety hazards and operational deficiencies, recommends improvements, and initiates corrective measures;
- Responds to public inquiries and concerns;
- Participates in the development and implementation of community outreach plans to target underserved populations and to increase overall program participation;
- Analyzes and evaluates service in terms of individual and community needs;
- Performs administrative functions at a facility, including budget preparation, recruitment of volunteer staff, maintenance of records necessary to the operation and evaluation of center programs, and report preparation.
- Plans, organizes, supervises, and schedules specialized activities and programs sponsored by the park, recreation, teen, community, or senior center in cooperation with residents and related agencies;
- Schedules, coordinates, and evaluates class, camp, and tour programs held at parks, centers, schools, government facilities, and private vendor locations;
- Coordinates planning, scheduling, and billing for day and overnight trips and tours.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation center and /or park management;
- Knowledge of fiscal record keeping and inventory procedures;
- Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment;
- Ability to direct and coordinate the work of subordinate staff and volunteers;
- Ability to plan, develop, and administer recreation programs or community activities;
- Ability to maintain effective relationships with employees and citizen groups;
- Ability to prepare a variety of administrative reports;
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
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 two-year college or university with an associate degree in recreation, park management, therapeutic recreation, or a closely related field; plus two years of related experience in recreation center, park, athletic field, golf course operations, or community-based program coordination or a related field, as applicable to the position.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability in dealing and working with kids ages 3-18 and youth with cognitive and physical disabilities.
- Skilled in developing and implementing programs and events for kids aged 3-18.
- Knowledge of preparing and maintaining operating budgets.
- Knowledge of the Virginia Department of Social Services licensing requirements.
- Valid driver's license (Required)
- CPR (Required within 3 months
- First Aid (Required within 3 months)
- AED (Required within 3 months)
- Medication Administration Training (MAT) (Required within 3 months)
- The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driver's license check and child protective services registry check to the satisfaction of the employer.
- Per Virginia licensing requirements, must be at least 21 years of age.
- Position requires physical mobility and sensory awareness sufficient to observe and direct staff performance, activities of minors, facility operation and maintenance.
- Ability to operate motor vehicle.
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
- All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
Panel interview.
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 status as a veteran 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.
Company
Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.
Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans
Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.
Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.
For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.
- Website
- https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/jobs
- Location
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12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US
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