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Fairfax County is a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3)-certified organization.
The Park Authority is seeking an innovative, collaborative, business-minded and highly experienced individual to lead the Park Authority’s Park Services Division.
Learn more about FCPA and this position.
View the full job ad and apply online by 11:59 p.m. on January 16, 2026: Park Services Division Director
Find out more about open full-time and benefits-eligible (merit) positions with the Fairfax County Park Authority.
JobsInterested in Parks and Recreation jobs such as recreation leaders, interpreters, and other staff at park facilities and Rec Centers? Check out the available positions by clicking the links in the box below.
The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) internship program is designed to increase community engagement in park, recreation, natural, cultural, historical and/or business operations professions while providing an additional pathway for potential employees interested in serving in seasonal, part-time, and full-time positions at FCPA. FCPA offers both paid and unpaid internship opportunities.
Parks are powered by people - lots of them in the summer. Each year the Fairfax County Park Authority hires more than 500 seasonal employees as lifeguards, camp counselors, Rec-PAC staff, maintenance workers, security, cashiers, and supervisors. It's a great way to start your career, gain experience, build your resume and have real responsibility. Make friends and make a difference in the lives of children this summer when you Start with Your Parks this summer!