Park Authority

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open during regular business hours 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-8700 TTY 711
12055 Government Center Pkwy.
Fairfax, Virginia 22035
Jai Cole
Executive Director

Department Resources

Kick Your Job Up a Notch with the Park Authority!

JobsWhy settle for an office gig when you can enjoy the great outdoors and get paid for it! The Fairfax County Park Authority is seeking to fill several seasonal and part-time positions at a variety of park locations surrounded by trees, sunlight, water, history, animals and fun! With so many opportunities to choose from, applicants can literally choose their own adventure!

Some available positions include:

Colvin Run Mill

  • Summer Camp Leader

Frying Pan Farm Park

  • Farm Hand
  • Maintenance Worker
  • Store Operation Staff
  • Historic Educator
  • Equestrian Assistant

Green Spring Gardens

  • Horticulture/Nature Programming Coordinator (Adult Programs)

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

  • Birthday Party Program Leader
  • Visitor Services Assistant/Volunteer Coordinator

Sully Historic Site

  • Visitor Center Associate
  • Maintenance (Landscape and Gardening)

Work in a fun, upbeat atmosphere, surrounded by nature and scenic views. Summer employees also have access to use any FCPA Rec Center. Additional benefits include opportunities for advancement and a competitive salary ranging from $12 to over $18 per hour, depending on position and experience.

Job seekers are invited to an Open Hire on Tuesday, June 13, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event will be held at the Frying Pan Farm Park Visitor Center located at 2739 West Ox Road in Herndon. Meet staff from the sites, apply, interview on site, and potentially walk away with a job! If you can’t make the open hire session, you can still apply online at the Nature and History Jobs webpage.

For more information, contact the Park Authority at FCPAJOBS@fairfaxcounty.gov or call 703-324-8792.

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