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12055 Government Center Parkway, Suite 927
Fairfax, VA 22035
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Position Title: Patriot Park North, Manager on Duty (MOD)
Location: 5425 Willow Springs School Road, Fairfax VA 22030 
Hours: Core Hours: Friday 5:00-11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am-11:00pm, Sunday 7:00am -11:00pm. Occasional Hours: Monday - Thursday 5:00-11:00pm
Salary: Starting at $15.40, depending on experience. – No benefits

Overview: Act as onsite staff during FCPA diamond sports tournaments. 

Duties Include:     

  • Ensures the safe and effective operation of the park. Early shift opens the administrative side of the park, preparing it for Tournament Organizers. Closing shift closes and secures the park at the end of each day.
  • Works with Site maintenance staff, providing communication and feedback with Tournament organizers.
  • Ensures Park is well maintained and kept in safe conditions.
  • May perform routine maintenance and custodial tasks to include sanitizing high touch surface areas, emp-tying trash cans, and cleaning restrooms and other areas.
  • Provides excellent customer service, greets Tournament Organizers, assists customers in resolving issues or concerns.
  • Performs administrative work as needed.
  • Takes initiative to increase one's knowledge of the park operations, its facilities, programs, services, and resources.
  • Serves as the primary contact point for Tournament Organizers. Provides verbal and written information and directions relating to the facility.
  • Stays up to date on Park Authority Rules and Regulations, Standard Operating Procedures, state and county laws, and other pertinent guidance.
  • Note’s safety/security and maintenance concerns, addresses them where feasible, and reports to supervisor using appropriate methods and recordkeeping.
  • Responds on behalf of the Park Authority to potential and actual emergency situations occurring on site while on duty.
  • Completes special projects and tasks as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • Agree to a Criminal Background Check (fingerprint) 
  • Have or willing to obtain CPR and first aid certification.
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license. 
  • Be able to lift up to 25 pounds and perform general maintenance and custodial work. 
  • Must be personable, punctual, dependable, and self-motivated.

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Supervisory experience. 
  • Extensive customer service experience. 
  • Experience dealing effectively with emergencies and other difficult situations.

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: Please email your 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.  

If you have any questions, please email FCPAJOBS@Fairfaxcounty.gov or visit us online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/jobs-internships

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.  

Position Title: Implementation Project Coordinator

Location: Herrity Building, 12055 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, Va. 

Hours: This position will be required to report to the office between normal business hours (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.), with some flexibility. Some evening and weekend work may be required. 

Salary range: $32.42 to $43, depending on experience and certifications. 

Overview: Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! This position works as a part of one of the most highly regarded park systems in the country. With more than 25,000 acres of parkland, nine Rec Centers, eight golf courses, three lakefront parks, and more, FCPA is an exciting organization to be a part of and there are many opportunities for staff to make a difference at every level.

The Implementation Project Coordinator serves as the overall project coordinator for the Recreation Management system replacement. This includes coordinating the full request for proposal (RFP) process, vendor selection, and software implementation.  Additionally, this position coordinates the overall project team including developing and managing all internal schedules, defining and assigning tasks, and developing and ensuring FCPA meets deadlines/timelines relating to system implementation. This position will also set up and create documentation for all RFP and implementation needs.  Acts as project coordinator for implementation of new system, working closely with the vendor, internal FCPA staff, and County staff on all aspects of implementation. 

Duties: 

Project Coordination

  • Lead coordination efforts for the Recreation Management System replacement project.
  • Manage the RFP process and oversee software implementation.
  • Organize and direct project team activities, including task management and scheduling.
  • Develop and maintain project timelines, ensuring deadlines are met.
  • Act as the primary point of contact with the procurement team.
  • Oversee all administrative aspects of the project.
  • Assist with contract negotiations and vendor selection.
  • Collaborate with the vendor and project team on implementation timelines.
  • Assists with tracking requirements, bugs, issues, data uploads, and testing throughout implementation.
  • Plan and support the rollout of training programs.

Organization & Documentation

  • Develop and maintain centralized resources for procurement and implementation documentation.
  • Establish tracking mechanisms for system requirements, documentation, and business processes.
  • Oversee data collection processes related to the project.
  • Create and manage internal resources for project documentation and training materials.

Communication

  • Serve as the primary liaison between the project team, procurement, vendor, and stakeholders.
  • Prepare reports and presentations for senior leadership.
  • Develop and execute a communication campaign for end users and staff.
  • Assist in scheduling and organizing training sessions.
  • Coordinate with the Marketing & Communications team on public-facing materials for software rollout.

Minimum Qualifications: 

  • 2 years of experience managing projects and/or implementing new systems. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Understanding of large-scale recreation agency, in particular, recreation-oriented ser-vices.
  • Experience with project management and using project management software
  • Experience working on IT-oriented projects
  • Experience using recreation management software
  • Strong organizational and communication skills

Employment Standards: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following. (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to")

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in the field related to the assigned functional area; plus two years of professional work experience within the functional area.

Note: *This position is scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year. This position is eligible to receive limited benefits, including: Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage, Flexible Spending Program, and Deferred Compensation.

To apply: Please email your 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.  

If you have any questions, please email FCPAJOBS@Fairfaxcounty.gov or visit us online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/jobs-internships. 

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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