Job Announcement

The location of this position is at 8100 Braddock Road, Annandale, VA 22003. Serving as Senior Center Director, oversees the day-to-day operations of a Senior Center. Plans and administers a comprehensive set of programs and services that promotes inclusive practices providing services to adults, older adults, and families of all ability levels. Plans, develops, supervises, administers, and evaluates outcome-based programming addressing population, community, and human service 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. 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.

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;
Writes grant proposals to obtain needed services, funds, equipment, or facilities;
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;
Develops, implements and evaluates workout programs and exercise routines for all age groups;
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;
Knowledge of aquatics, grounds maintenance, horticulture, agriculture, cultural, or historic resources, or other specialized area as appropriate for the duties of the position;
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.

If assigned to therapeutic recreation positions:
Knowledge of the various theories of human development;
Knowledge of the principles and practices of therapeutic recreation and disability issues;
Knowledge of the specific limitations associated with the disabilities common to clients;
Knowledge of OSHA/Universal precaution standards;
Ability to plan, develop, and administer recreation programs or community activities to meet the special needs of at-risk populations and communities.

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:

• Driver's license (Required)
• CPR (Required within 3 months)
• First Aid (Required within 3 months)
• AED (Required within 3 months)
• Food Handler - (Required within 3 months)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry, and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual ability.
• 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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to operate keyboard driven equipment.
• Job may require standing, running, jumping, etc. to demonstrate recreation activities.
• Work is performed in a center environment.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with others orally and in writing.
• Employee may be required to lift up to 15 pounds.
• All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel Interview; may include 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 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.