Burke Lake Park

CONTACT INFORMATION: Park grounds are open from sunrise to sunset. Information Office open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
703-323-6600 TTY 711
7315 Ox Road
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
Keith O’Connor
Site Manager

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Burke Lake Park is a Fairfax County Government organization. Employees at these parks are employed by Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) and are held to the highest standard of performance. The FCPA was awarded the 2010 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management from the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration.

Burke Lake Park is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, call 703-323-6600.

To apply for open seasonal positions, click on the position below and follow the directions to apply. For more information, please call 703-323-6600.

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Position Title: Manager on Duty (MOD) 
Location: Burke Lake Park
Hours:  Spring, Summer, Fall: 24 – 40 hours/week
Salary:  $18.50 - $19.50/hours 

Overview: Looking for a fun and fulfilling seasonal job this fall? Spend your season at Burke Lake Park, one of Fairfax County’s most beautiful outdoor destinations! Burke Lake Park is searching for an eager Manager on Duty to join the team!

Duties: 

  • Work with minimal supervision to ensure the safe and effective operation of the park.
  • Open the park and its facilities, preparing it for staff and visitors. Close and secure the park and all facilities at the end of each day.
  • Check in and check out picnic rentals, permitted events, and conduct routine park checks.
  • Serve as an attendant for any of the facilities in Burke Lake Park
  • Demonstrate safe cash handling operations by operating a point-of-sale machine, preparing cash drawers for cashiers, closing money batches at the end of each shift.
  • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the park, its facilities, programs, and services in all inter-actions with patrons and staff.
  • Stay up to date on Park Authority Rules and Regulations, Standard Operating Procedures, state and county laws, and other pertinent guidance.
  • Note safety/security and maintenance concerns, address them as feasible, and report them to the park supervisor or other designated offices as appropriate.
  • Act as lead first responder on behalf of the Park Authority in potential and actual emergency situations occurring on site while on duty.
  • Act as Facility Manager.
  • Complete special projects and tasks assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Leadership experience in a professional setting of at least 6 months
  • Experience in customer service equal to at least 6 months 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Knowledge of the equipment, materials, methods, practices and tools used in providing safe, clean and attractive grounds and public facilities.
  • Boating experience and certification.
  • Experience dealing effectively with emergencies and other difficult situations.

Special Requirements: 

  • Must be able to work in conditions ranging from direct sunlight to complete darkness as well as inclement weather ranging from extreme cold to extreme heat.
  • Must be able to walk on uneven terrain and lift up to 60 pounds.

Note: This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year. Individuals in these positions are not eligible for benefits and are not eligible to earn leave or receive holiday pay. 

To Apply: Send resume to FCPAJOBS@fairfaxcounty.gov

Necessary Special Requirements: 

  • The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.  

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. 

Fairfax County Park Authority 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.  

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