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Ncs Community Center Program Specialist (ncs Center Leader)

Employer
Fairfax County Government
Location
Neighborhood And Community Services, Virginia
Salary
$16.55 - $27.58 Hourly
Closing date
Dec 18, 2021

Job Details

Job Announcement

This announcement will be used to fill multiple positions at various Neighborhood and Community Service (NCS) locations throughout Fairfax County. These positions are .75 FTE (30 hours per week) with health and prorated leave benefits. Applicants who are interested in being considered for different NCS Center Leader positions, need to apply separately to each specific job number to be considered.

Working for Fairfax County's Department of Neighborhood and Community Services (NCS) is a great choice for your career and community. NCS Center Leader positions are ideal for individuals looking for part-time opportunities where they can engage in the community around them and make an impact in the lives of Fairfax County residents. Center Program Specialists plan, prepare, and lead community center activities that are age and ability appropriate.

Supports stewardship of the “One Fairfax Racial and Social Equity Policy” goals by assisting with the development and facilitation of programs and activities that serve a multi-cultural and economically diverse population as assigned (youth, adults, older adults, families.) Serves in a supervision role for community center non-merit staff (Recreation Leader II and IIIs) and volunteers as needed. In the absence of their site supervisor(s), serves as lead to include opening and closing of facilities. Monitors the care and maintenance of equipment and facilities of the center. Completes necessary administrative duties in support of center operations. Collects and reports required community center statistical data. Ensures safety of participants and responds promptly to emergency situations. Responsible for greeting center patrons, handling inquiries, making referrals to appropriate resources, and accepting payments of fees. Communicates effectively in-person and on the telephone with participants, while fostering a welcoming and supportive environment. Transports participants using center vehicle. Maintains required professional training, such as first aid and CPR, food manager’s certificate and driver’s license. The Center operates daily including night and weekend hours, six days a week. Must be able to work nights and weekends.

As part of the NCS Team, these positions will: work to engage community and resident leaders to develop responses to changing needs using a place-based and population-based approach; work closely with leadership to coordinate a shared vision, actionable strategies, and support a framework for the county's engagement of community members; promote a high-performing organization that ensures the work is directly connected to the department and the human services system priorities and outcome areas; and support and promote equity-based programs and practices that address needs and equitable access to opportunities to enhance well-being and community inclusion.

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 job description.)

General Duties
Assists in the program delivery duties of the assigned facilities;
Ensures staff compliance with operating procedures and safety/security standards;
Informs the public of pertinent rules and regulations;
Directs residents to private and public resources and programs;
Delivers customer service by distributing literature and providing information;
Assists as a liaison between County agencies, residents and other community centers.

Operations
Provides operational support by supervising non-merit personnel of assigned facilities.

Programming
Assists management in the daily program delivery of several specialized programs and special events at assigned facilities;
Assists management in the collection of data and records management necessary for the operation and evaluation of programs.

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 management;
Ability to assist center management with the collection and tracking of program data and outcomes needed for compiling administrative reports;
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 maintain effective working relationships with staff, citizen groups, and the public;
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 high school or a GED issued by a state department of education, plus one year of related experience in a recreation center or facility, OR one year of experience organizing and coordinating public recreation activities or community outreach, as applicable to the position.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
  • Motor vehicle operator’s license;
  • Food Sanitation Certificate, within 90 days of appointment;
  • First Aid and CPR certification, within 90 days of appointment.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background and Child Protective Services Registry check to the satisfaction of the employer. A TB screening upon hire and annually thereafter.

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 will still be subject to the 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bilingual ability.
  • Experience with the following: community-based recreation programming; community and/or senior center operations and prevention oriented programs for youth and older adults; community-based recreation programming for individuals with disabilities; supervising recreation employees; conducting outreach and programming to diverse cultures; outcome-based recreation programming; 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:
Position is active in nature. Ability to monitor and observe the activities of program participants. Regularly moves about or positions self to supervise and interact with participants at their level. Occasionally lifts, transports, positions, push/pulls or moves up to 50 pounds. Sufficiently mobile and possess a range of motion to perform repetitive standing, walking, balancing, stooping, bending, crouching, crawling, sitting on the floor, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and twisting. Ability to react quickly to the physical actions of program participant. Administrative and supervisory activities will require 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.

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.

Company info
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Location
12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US

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