Administrative Skills, CPR Certification, Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Driver's License, Emergency Response, English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Facilities and Maintenance, First Aid, Government, Leadership, Multicultural, Multilingual, Operational Support, Program Planning, Recreation, Statistics, Stewardship
Burke/Springfield Center for Active Adults, 7541 Huntsman Boulevard, Springfield, VA 22153
This position is .75 FTE (30 hours per week) with benefits (including health and pro-rated leave).
Working for Fairfax County's Department of Neighborhood and Community Services 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 (Monday-Saturday). Must be able to work nights and weekends.
As part of the NCS Team, these positions work to engage 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 ensures 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.
Note: Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Learn more about the work we do in NCS hereJob Type: FT Hourly W BN
Agency: Neighborhood & Community Svcs
Location: PENNINO BUILDING, 12011 GOVERNMENT CENTER PKWY, FAIRFAX (EJ27)