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

Have a Blast with a Summer Job at the Park Authority!

RiverbendJoin the Fairfax County Park Authority’s Resource Management Division and celebrate Earth Day every day! The Park Authority is looking to fill various positions at sites across Fairfax County. You can spend your summer gardening, working on a farm, or at a waterfront park. Be a camp counselor, a manager on duty, an amusement operator or part of our maintenance team. There are so many ways to put your talents to work and develop a wide range of new skills.

Summer job seekers are invited to attend an Open Hire event on Saturday, May 13, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Herrity Building in Fairfax. Come and meet current staff, submit applications, interview and potentially walk away with a job! Giveaways and prizes will be offered throughout the day.

Positions are available at the following parks:

  • Burke Lake Park (Burke)
  • Lake Fairfax Park (Reston) 
  • Lake Accotink Park (Springfield)
  • Frying Pan Farm Park (Herndon)
  • Green Spring Gardens (Alexandria)
  • Clemyjontri (McLean)
  • Riverbend (McLean)

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

Can’t make it to the Open Hire? No worries! Apply now at the Nature and History Jobs webpage.

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

The Herrity Building is located at 12055 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax, Virginia.

 

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