The following non-merit 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.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.
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.
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Agency: Library
Job#: ELT-FCPL-24000
Hours: see below
Salary: $26.8219/hour (Grade S20)
Location: 12000 Fairfax Parkway, Suite 329, Fairfax, VA 22035
Provides county-wide outreach and in-library programming and events for school-age youth and teens to promote reading, educational resources and library use. Schedules visits and presents programs at schools, with homeschool groups and at education-focused community organizations. Assists the School-Age and Teen Services Outreach Coordinator in supporting the needs of staff, volunteers and customers.
Work Schedule: Work schedule is 30 hours/week, Monday-Saturday between the hours of 12:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Regular evening work and work scheduled during out of school time will be required. Flexibility within these days and hours will be required, but these positions will generally not require morning work.
Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following: graduation from an accredited four-year college or university plus two years of experience working in a library, bookstore, educational or research setting.
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of principles of youth development and community engagement.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to meet and provide information service to customers of all ages;
Ability to work with other employees;
Ability to learn new procedures and resources;
Ability to communicate verbally in order to answer reference questions and provide reading guidance;
Ability to understand and interpret policies;
Ability to carry out objectives under supervision;
Ability to promote interest in library services;
Ability to carry out objectives under supervision;
Ability to plan and provide community-oriented library programs and outreach.
Ability to plan and provide youth-oriented library programs and outreach.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stoop, bend, and reach;
Ability to be physically active and stand for up to 3 hours;
Ability to lift up to 10 lbs.;
Incumbent must be able to travel to various locations throughout Fairfax County;
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Selection Procedure: Evaluation of relevant education and experience. Panel interview. A practical exercise will be administered.
Special Requirements: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, Child Protective Services Registry check, and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer. A valid driver’s license is required. Incumbent must be able to travel to various locations throughout Fairfax County.
Note: This position is exempt benefits-eligible and the incumbent may opt to enroll in benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance and flexible spending accounts. This position is not eligible for benefits such as leave, paid holidays and retirement.
To Apply: Please send complete resume to Robert Solka, robert.solka@fairfaxcounty.gov.
FAIRFAX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY, YOUTH AND TEEN SERVICES
Robert Solka, School-Age and Teen Services Outreach Coordinator
Phone: 703-324-9952
Agency: Fairfax County Police Department – Animal Services Division
Job #: ELT-FCPD-24000
Location: FCPD Animal Services Division, 4500 West Ox Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030
Hours: Part-time, seasonal. Not to exceed 900 hours per calendar year.
Schedule: 20 to 30 hours per week seasonally, may include occasional nights and weekends. See sample schedule below.
Salary: $25.61/hour (Grade S-19)
Under supervision, this position serves as the seasonal Canada Geese/Deer Management Assistant. Duties include field work; biological data collection; and equipment handling for goose management activities; including scouting properties, nest monitoring and egg oiling. This position also provides supplemental assistance to staff for the Deer Management Program to include field surveys; equipment installation, maintenance and staff support for sharpshooting operations; and sampling for Chronic Wasting Disease surveillance. This position may also assist with additional wildlife inventory and monitoring; human-wildlife conflict response; and wildlife education and outreach events, as needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in towing a trailer and utilizing ATVs
- Experience with setting up tree stands and field dressing deer
- Once trained, comfortable in taking biological samples for our CWD testing
- Basic computer skills (MS Office Suite – Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Experience is dealing with the public, sometime with difficult situations - Ability to work independently and in a team with staff or volunteers
Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED (Required). Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in wildlife biology, wildlife management, ecology, biology, zoology, environmental science, natural resource management, animal science, or a closely related field (Preferred). Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the stated requirement may be considered.
Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, stoop, bend, stretch, walk, climb, sit, kneel, crouch, reach, crawl, lift and handle materials with manual dexterity. Ability to use hand tools. Ability to walk, negotiate or traverse property or terrain that is not level. Work requires close contact with animals. Work requires performing tasks in adverse weather conditions. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to operate various pieces of equipment, including four-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs, and covered trailers.
Special Requirements: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Subject to random drug testing.
Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in this position are not eligible for benefits and are not eligible to earn retirement or receive holiday pay. As of now this position is considered “Seasonal” and may only be guaranteed through 2025.
Sample schedule is as follows:
- Winter/Spring (January through May): 20-30 hours per week working on Goose and Deer Management.
- Summer (June-August): You would likely be required to be off these 3 months, depending on the number of hours worked from January through May.
- Fall/Winter (September through December): 20-30 hours per week assisting with Deer Management and CWD testing.
To apply: Send your resume to Earit.Powell@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Agency: DPWES – Wastewater Planning & Monitoring
Job#: ELT-DPWES-24006
Grade: S20
Salary: Minimum $23.98 hourly / Maximum $39.96 benefit eligible
Location: Noman M. Cole Jr., Pollution Control Plant, Lorton, Virginia
This position will be open until filled.
This position is part of the Environmental Services Monitoring Branch and is physically located at the Noman M. Cole Pollution Control Plant in Lorton, Virginia.
- Follows EPA approved methods and protocols and prepares environmental samples collected from a variety of sample matrices for laboratory analysis in accordance with the laboratory's quality system and VELAP certification.
- Routinely uses sophisticated instrumentation including Flow Injector Analyzers and spectrophotometers to perform analysis specified in 40 CRF Part 136. Routinely conducts analysis such as alkalinity, BOD, chloride, COD, E.Coli, conductivity, cyanide, nitrogen, oil and grease, pH, phenol, phosphorus, protozoan and bacterial characterizations, and dissolved and suspended solids testing in ash, compost, groundwater, leachate, sludge, surface water and wastewater.
- Reviews, validates and submits completed analytical results into the Laboratory Information Management System. As a member of a team-oriented program, contributes and participates on job-related teams as needed.
- Writes reports, develops and updates standard operation procedures and performs related duties as required: duties are performed under general supervision.
- May be exposed to water pollutants/pathogens, airborne substance/hazards, fumes and/or noxious odors, toxic/caustic chemicals, dust/pollen, wet /humid conditions and loud noises.
Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to Graduation from an accredited four-year college or a university with a degree in chemistry, biology or related science; plus one year of directly related experience.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
A valid driver's license.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a pre-employment physical examination, and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience performing instrumental analysis in an environmental laboratory.
Experience with laboratory instrumentation.
Ability to evaluate and interpret data and prepare reports. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Occasionally lift/carry, in cooperation with another employee, equipment weighting up to 50 pounds.
Occasionally work in environments with exposure to water pollutants/pathogens, airborne substances/hazards and loud noise.
All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
*Note: This position may not exceed 1,560 hours per year. The term may be extended depending on workload, performance, and availability of funds. Individuals in these positions are eligible for limited employee benefits, including medical, vision and dental insurance coverage, and participation in flexible spending programs, but are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay. Should a permanent merit Environmental Technologist I position be created in the future, the limited-term incumbent will have the opportunity to apply for the position.
To apply: Email your resume to michael.mueller@fairfaxcounty.gov or fax it to 703-653-7016.
Agency: DPWES Capital Facilities
Job#: ELT-DPWES-24002
Hours: see below
Salary: $28.87 - $48.12 Hourly
Location: 12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, VA
The Utilities Design and Construction Division, in Capital Facilities, is seeking an Engineering Technician III (Non-Merit Benefits Eligible).
As a member of the streetlight engineering team, provides engineering technical support for projects in relation to the design, review, administration and implementation process of the LED Streetlight Conversion Program. Support includes serving as a point of contact for daily coordination with electric utility companies on the conversion and installation of streetlights. The position applies engineering principles to support the engineering team with the administration of Streetlight conversion projects, cost estimates and design sketches. Provides technical support needed to maintain and update the GIS streetlight inventory in ArcGIS. Maintains and updates streetlight computer information to track encumbrances, expenditures, payments, program activities and to provide current project status. Prepares correspondence with electric utility companies and citizens about program activities. Conducts field work as necessary to coordinate streetlight work with utility companies and to verify plan information. Assists the Senior Engineer on other administration duties and performs other duties as assigned. Learn more about UDCD.
NOTE: This position may not exceed 1,560 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are eligible for limited employee benefits, including medical, vision and dental insurance coverage, and participation in flexible spending programs, but are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.
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.)
- Performs advanced engineering technical support work in plan and permit review and acceptance and other engineering technical support programs for compliance and industry requirements under limited supervision;
- Reviews and marks-up plans and plats through various preliminary and pre-final submissions from design and project managers, using both electronic and manual mark-up methods;
- Performs quality control and assurance review of technical programs to triage common errors and to ensure compliance;
- Independently develops and presents recommended course of actions to resolve project issues, non-compliance and mediates sensitive complaints;
- Responds to citizen inquiries and requests for work through site investigation, review of records and plans, research of prior complaints to determine program levels of service and recommends agency actions;
- Reviews and approves contractor proposals and cost estimates;
- Complies with safety competencies.
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.)
- Thorough knowledge of county, state and federal laws, codes and regulations pertaining to the appropriate technical field;
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable safety practices;
- Ability to comprehend and comply to safety practices;
- Ability to prepare accurate drawings and maps;
- Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems;
- Ability to process information by compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating or verifying information and data accurately to document field notes;
- Ability to use relevant information and judgment to evaluate whether plans, specifications, permits or inspection results are in compliance with standards or meet specification requirements;
- Ability to review and interpret technical documents such as maps, plans or schematics to plan work;
- Ability to enter and maintain information utilizing software or adaptive devices;
- Ability to create graphical representations;
- Ability to select, utilize and maintain tools and technology, including adaptive tools and new technology to facilitate work or a process;
- Ability to collect, compile, and interpret research data;
- Ability to maintain effective work relationships and work in a team environment;
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to high school graduation or a G.E.D. issued by a state department of education; plus, four years of engineering technical support work.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
A valid driver's license.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in the review and interpretation of technical documents such as maps, site plans or schematics to plan work.
- Outstanding oral and written communications skills.
- Experience in the use of ArcGIS.
- Information technology skills including use of Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and TEAMS.
- Research skills and the ability to select, utilize and maintain tools and technology, including new technology to facilitate work or a process.
- Ability to interpret data logically to identify sequences, chronological succession, errors and assist with problem solutions.
- Ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to drive a motor vehicle. Ability to work at computer with visual acuity for extended periods is required. Must be able to walk over rough terrain, lift and carry 50lbs., work in variable climate, and stand for prolonged periods. Occasional field survey will be necessary. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.
TO APPLY: Please email your resume to Aileen M. Santiago at aileen.santiago@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Agency: Land Development Services, Building Division (BD)
Job #: ELT-LDS-23005
Grade: S13
Salary Range DOE: $19.06 to $31.75/hour
Schedule: Part-time, exempt schedule for 1560 hours per calendar year
Hours: Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm (Flex Schedule)
Work Location: 12055 Government Center Pkwy, Fairfax, VA 22035
The Fairfax County Building Division is seeking candidates for potential openings as an entry level inspector to perform deck and small appliance inspections throughout the county. This position will require operation of a motor vehicle, operation of a laptop computer, and various administrative work as required while performing inspections to examine and evaluate conformance to the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code. The position creates the opportunity to obtain the required inspection certifications and learn the building inspection trade from the ground up; as well as providing opportunities for advancement in one of the leading inspection agencies in the country.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from high school or a GED issued by a state department of education.
Certificates and Licenses Required:
- Valid driver’s license
- Residential Building Inspector -Required within 18 months.
- Residential Mechanical Inspector-Required within 18 months
- Certification of completion of 2 years of technical/vocational school or 2 years of construction experience.
Necessary Special Requirements:
The appointee to the position will be required to satisfactorily complete a criminal background investigation, driving record check, and pre-employment medical evaluation.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficiency in MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient in using Outlook.
- Excellent customer service skills
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to climb multiple levels of stairs.
- Ability to climb step ladders and ladders up to 40 feet with required safety equipment.
- Ability to crawl, crouch, stoop, and work in uncomfortable conditions.
- Ability to go up and down steep inclines.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.
- Ability to operate keyboard-driven equipment.
- Ability to reach with arms extended above the head.
- Ability to walk and adequately maneuver in an outside/inside environment.
- Ability to walk/traverse through and over various terrain.
- Ability to work in adverse weather.
Selection Procedure:
Panel interview and may include written exercise.
Note: *This position may not exceed 1560 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are eligible for limited employee benefits, including medical, vision and dental insurance, and participation in flexible spending programs but are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.
Note: This position will be filled for a maximum duration of 12 months (900 or 1560 max hours in a calendar year). At the end of the 12-month term or if hours may exceed the maximum number allowable in a calendar year, the incumbent will be separated from the role.
TO APPLY: Please send your resume to Colin Givens at Colin.Givens@fairfaxcounty.gov
For the purpose of compliance with Section §40.1-11.1 of the Code of Virginia, titled "Employment of Illegal Immigrants". You are eligible for employment if you are a United States Citizen, noncitizen national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the United States. Please note: Fairfax County Government does not sponsor employment of visa holders.
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Agency: Park Authority, Green Spring Gardens
Job#: ELT-FCPA-23005
Hours: 15 to 20 hours per week, flexible schedule; includes occasional Saturdays.
Salary: $16.00-17.00 per hour
Location: Green Spring Gardens
Assist Senior Interpreter with education planning, interpretation, and promotion at Green Spring Gardens. Assist in all aspects of programming. Develop program ideas, promotional materials, and teaching aids. Produce quarterly/monthly brochures and flyers and coordinate distribution. Coordinate website edits with webmaster. Contact presenters, process speaker contract paperwork, make tour arrangements, and set up and take down programs including tables, chairs and audio/visual equipment. Facilitate and host programs for guest presenters. Additional duties may include leading public groups on bus trips to out-of-state garden destinations. Provide customer service to visitors and program registrants. Assist with registration and refunds in point of sale system.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or combination of college and appropriate experience. Ability to manage tasks independently as part of a collaborative team. Ability to use various software programs including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Publisher and have working knowledge of various computer systems including digital audio/visual. Working knowledge of gardening or horticulture desired. Position also requires the ability to work with a wide variety of people to provide exemplary customer service. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Certificates and Licenses Required: Motor vehicle operator’s license. First Aid and CPR/AED certification. (offered through Fairfax County)
Note: *This position is may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits.
To apply: Email or fax resume to Teegan Burkholder, Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Road, Alexandria, VA 22312, 703-642-5173 phone, 703-642-8095 fax, email: Teegan.burkholder@fairfaxcounty.gov
Position will remain open until filled.
Agency: Land Development Services
Job#: ELT-LDS-23000
Location: Herrity Building, 12055 Government Center Pkwy, Fairfax, VA 22035
Grade: S14
Salary Range: $18.93 - $31.54 Hourly
Schedule: 30 hours per week between the hours of M-F: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Under the supervision of the Customer Experience Team Manager, provide customer service assistance and support through the Customer Experience Team center. Answer customer calls, facilitate appointments, track customer data. Attend meetings in person and/or virtually, as assigned. Maintain familiarity with general agency practices, policies, webpages, and other customer resources to provide effective guidance to customers. Comply with Land Development Services' safety programs and guidelines. Complies with county, agency, and job specific training requirements, including but not limited to emergency management and safety-related courses.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficiency in MS Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Familiarity with the Land Development industry and permitting process
- Proficient in using MS Outlook Calendar
- Excellent customer service skills
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to high school graduation or a GED issued by a state department of education with coursework in mathematics, algebra, and/or physical science or in a vocational trade.
Special Requirements:
The appointee to the position will be required to complete a criminal background check.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to operate computer driven equipment.
- Position requires incumbent to be mobile with periods requiring sedentary tasks.
Note: *This position may not exceed 1560 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are eligible for limited employee benefits, including medical, vision and dental insurance, and participation in flexible spending programs but are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay.
Note: This position will be filled for a maximum duration of 12 months (900 or 1560 max hours in a calendar year). At the end of the 12-month term or if hours may exceed the maximum number allowable in a calendar year, the incumbent will be separated from the role.
To Apply: Email your resume to Austyn Ries, Austyn.Ries@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Agency: Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court
Job#: ELT-JDR-21005
Salary: $23.9778/hour (Grade S20)
Location: Supervised Visitation and Exchange Program
Schedule: Evening-2:30-8:30 pm –Saturday & Sunday 9am-6pm May include some holiday hours.
Hours: These positions are exempt-benefits eligible (Status E) positions and may not exceed 1,560 hours in a calendar year. Individuals in these positions are eligible for limited employee benefits, including medical, vision and dental insurance coverage, and participation in flexible spending programs, but are not eligible to earn sick or annual leave or receive holiday pay.
Under the general supervision of the Program Manager and Assistant Program Manager, this position will monitor/supervise families during visitations and exchanges while providing support to the case managers working with the families enrolled in the program. Enrolled families have been court ordered to participate in the program for supervised visitation in domestic relations cases. This position requires evening, weekend and daytime hours on a rotating scheduled basis.
Expected Duties -
- Attend training each year that includes county, agency and program training.
- Provide supervision during visits and exchanges that are in accordance with the court order and in a manner that ensures physical and emotional safety for the parents and children. Supervision is to be conducted in an environment that supports neutrality, safety and is trauma informed.
- Modeling appropriate parenting responses when clients are present. Using positive parenting approaches, active listening and motivational interviewing skills while redirecting behavior or conversations that are not in accordance with the program policies.
- The ability to account for inclusivity and culturally awareness during visitations to help support a welcoming and safe environment for individuals using the center. Must be able to work with interpreters and work with a diverse population.
- Ensuring that the visitation center is clean, safe and friendly. Monitoring toys and supplies for safety hazards. This includes participating in cleaning before and after each shift and a deep cleaning of the center once per quarter. Implementing health and hygiene practices that are like traditional education or childcare settings.
- Developing awareness of equipment, games, crafts and activities that are available at the center for parents to use during visitation. Utilizing an awareness of child development and attachment issues and the ability to assist in redirecting children while supporting resiliency connections.
- Filing, answering program inquiry calls, updating data base, monitoring family files for accuracy and compliance with program standards. Maintaining accurate visitation notes for issues and incidents that may arise.
- May be required to testify accurately in court in the event of a subpoena.
- The ability to navigate technology successfully to assist with recording data, sending clients information, and support training opportunities.
- The development of at least one training or research project that will be beneficial to the program’s mission per year.
- Works with direct supervisor to implement strategies developed to improve program operations.
- Participate in staff meetings and check-ins. Voice concerns related to service delivery for families and safety issues that may impact staff or families using the program.
The successful candidate will have a solid understanding of child development, family dynamics, parenting skills and discipline approaches. Candidates should be willing to develop an understanding of the impacts of trauma, domestic violence and conflict on relationships. Additionally, they should have knowledge and awareness of mental health issues and the impact of substance abuse on the ability to parent. Candidates must have an interest in learning about best practice initiatives, policy development and adhere to program guidelines. The ability to seek supervision on a regular basis and work shifts as scheduled that include weekend and evening hours is required for this position.
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor degree or higher in Behavior Sciences, Human Services, Social Work, Criminal Justice or Public Administration. Fourth year college student with one or more years of work experience with children or adolescent groups may be substituted for the one year of academic credit towards a bachelor's degree.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with volunteers, community partners and assisting in evidence-based program development is preferred. Experience with implementing court orders, providing written and verbal court reports is preferred. Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Access, Share Point, experience with JSVS and other database programs
Bilingual in English and one of the following languages: Spanish, Korean, Farsi, Vietnamese and Arabic.
Selection Procedure: Evaluation of relevant education and experience. Personal interview of top-rated applicants.
Special Requirements: Appointees will be required to satisfactorily complete a criminal background and check of the Child Protective Services Registry and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer as a condition of hiring and periodically thereafter. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
To Apply: Resume can be emailed to lori.wymore-kirkland@fairfaxcounty.gov mailed or faxed to:
Supervised Visitation & Exchange
Attention: Lori Wymore-Kirkland
4000 Chain Bridge Rd
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
Phone: 703-246-2378
Fax: 703-273-1293
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