The following non-merit parks and recreation instructors/facilitators job opportunities are now available. Please note that these positions generally do not have fringe benefits such as leave, health insurance or retirement, unless specified in the job announcement.
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 others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
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Agency: McLean Community Center
Job#: ELT-MCC-26001
Salary: $21.00/hour DOE, partial benefits eligible
Schedule: 1:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; additional morning, evening and weekend hours will be required. Not to extend 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
This advertisement will be used to fill multiple positions
Job Objectives
Under direct guidance of the Old Firehouse Management this position is responsible for direct supervision of teens and “tweens” in a recreation setting, off-site field trips and summer programs. Facilitators research, create and implement appropriate recreation and leisure program experiences for the teens of the community while ensuring a safe and fun environment and continually encouraging personal growth within participants.
Essential Functions:
- Act as an integral part of a team providing exceptional customer service to all who enter the Old Firehouse.
- Provide direct supervision to participants to ensure safety, while promoting fun and encouraging positive interaction and relationship development.
- Facilitators work at Old Firehouse and McLean Community Center events and programs, not limited to nights, weekends and holidays.
- Facilitators act as role models for impressionable youth.
- Safely operate 12 passenger vans while transporting staff and participants.
- Research, develop, and implement appropriate recreation and leisure programs and clubs.
- Prepare recreational facilities for participant use and report any safety deficiencies.
- Represent and convey information regarding the Old Firehouse’s programs and services at community and school events.
- Support center operations through purchasing of supplies, maintaining inventory, and other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 21 years old
- 1 year of experience in a recreation setting coordinating and implementing recreational programs.
- Possession of a valid state driver’s license with no more than 5 demerit points.
- Current First Aid/CPR certification or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
Special Requirements:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a child protective services background check and a check of the applicants driving record.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Currently or previously enrolled in an accredited college or university with at least 1 year worth of course work in recreation, leisure, fitness, education or a related field.
- Knowledge of principles, practices and methods of recreation program development, facilitation, and teambuilding.
- Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques of supervising teenage participants in recreational activities.
- Knowledge of recreational activity hazards and standard safety practices.
- Knowledge of rules, practices, techniques and equipment used in a wide range of recreational and leisure activities.
- Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Working Conditions:
- Office and indoor/outdoor recreational facility environment; travel from site to site; exposure to computer screens, inclement weather conditions; may work in or with water; may work on slippery or uneven surfaces. Schedule may include morning, evening and weekend hours.
- Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; moderate or light lifting and carrying; operating motorized vehicles.
Email resumes to oldfirehouse@mcleancenter.org.
Agency: McLean Community Center
Job#: ELT-MCC-26000
Salary: $21.00/hour
Schedule: 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Seasonal employment consisting of approximately 10 weeks.
Job Objectives:
Under direct guidance of Old Firehouse Management this position is responsible for direct supervision of teens and “tweens” in a recreation setting and off-site field trips during the summer program. Counselors ensure a safe and fun environment in and out of the building while encouraging personal growth within participants.
Essential Functions:
- Act as an integral part of a team providing exceptional customer service to all who enter the Old Firehouse.
- Provide direct supervision to participants to ensure safety, while promoting fun and encouraging positive interaction and relationship development.
- Counselors act as young adult role models for impressionable youth.
- Prepare recreational facilities for participant use and report any safety deficiencies to Old Firehouse Management.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 21 years old
- 1 year of experience in a recreation setting coordinating and implementing recreational programs.
- Possession of an appropriate, valid state driver’s license with no more than 5 demerit points.
- Current First Aid/CPR certification or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
Special Requirements: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and a check of the Child Protective Services Registry to the satisfaction of the employer.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Currently or previously enrolled in an accredited college or university with at least 1 year worth of course work in recreation, leisure, fitness, education or a related field.
- Knowledge of principles, practices and methods of recreation program development, facilitation, and teambuilding.
- Knowledge of principles, methods and techniques of supervising teenage participants in recreational activities.
- Knowledge of recreational activity hazards and standard safety practices.
- Knowledge of rules, practices, techniques and equipment used in a wide range of recreational and leisure activities.
- Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Working Conditions:
- Office and indoor/outdoor recreational facility environment; travel from site to site; exposure to computer screens, inclement weather conditions; may work in or with water; may work on slippery or uneven surfaces. Schedule may include evening and weekend hours.
- Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; moderate or light lifting and carrying; operating motorized vehicles.
Email resumes to oldfirehouse@mcleancenter.org.
Visit Neighborhood and Community Services to apply for our many year-round part-time jobs.
NCS offers a wide variety of seasonal and part time positions in the areas of childcare instructors (SACC Instructors and Substitute Instructors), seasonal camp counselors, and human development specialists. We encourage you to click on the link to explore job opportunities and apply today!
Visit Neighborhood and Community Services to apply for our many year-round part-time jobs.
NCS offers a wide variety of seasonal and part time positions in the areas of childcare instructors (SACC Instructors and Substitute Instructors), seasonal camp counselors, and human development specialists. We encourage you to click on the link to explore job opportunities and apply today!
Visit Neighborhood and Community Services to apply for our many year-round part-time jobs.
NCS offers a wide variety of seasonal and part time positions in the areas of childcare instructors (SACC Instructors and Substitute Instructors), seasonal camp counselors, and human development specialists. We encourage you to click on the link to explore job opportunities and apply today!
Visit Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) Jobs and Internships to find open part-time and seasonal positions.
FCPA offers a wide verity of administrative, maintenance, customer service, and education orientated positions. Click the links below to explore job opportunities and apply today!