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Location : HERRITY BUILDING (B-2), 12055 GOVERNMENT CENTER PKWY, FAIRFAX (EJ26), VA
Job Type: FT Salary W BN
Job Number: 26-01010
Department: Park Authority
Opening Date: 07/04/2026
Closing Date: 7/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: S31
Posting Type: Open to General Public
Job Announcement
Join the Park Authority and our nationally recognized team of professionals! We are seeking a park professional to be 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.
Under supervision of the division director, plans and directs staff in the overall operations, management, services, maintenance, and personnel of the countywide Grounds Services Branch of the Park Operations Division. Plans and directs logistical requirements and support for maintenance programs, activities, and agreements in conjunction with other agency divisions, county agencies, and private organizations. Develops and implements comprehensive preventative maintenance for all agency assets and programs under purview. Oversees staff, develops, and implements workplans for project management, school field maintenance, forestry, mobile construction, and turf operations. Driver's license required to travel across sites in county vehicle. Reports to Herrity Building 12055 Government Center Pkwy, Fairfax.
Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)

• Plans and directs the operations and activities of a number of sites which offer a wide variety of activities and programs;
• Develops long-range goals and strategic plans;
• Prepares annual operating objectives and monitors progress toward these objectives;
• Analyzes prior years' expenditures and revenues and compiles, reviews and submits the operating budget;
• Reviews and prioritizes capital improvement budgets and estimates the costs of new and/or renovated facilities;
• Serves as a member of the division senior management team which includes participating in the formulation of policy and advising on decision-making at the division level;
• Develops management indicators for budget development and evaluation of organizational performance;
• Analyzes programs' use patterns and performance compared to goals, reports the results and recommends improvements;
• Identifies operational deficiencies and projects operational requirements for new and expanded facilities;
• Reviews and approves policies and procedures and implements or recommends changes as appropriate;
• Evaluates suggestions for new programs and for improvements to existing programs;
• Supervises and counsels subordinate personnel and provides for training and career development;
• Establishes performance standards and evaluates the performance of subordinate personnel.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list).

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of park and recreation management;
• Knowledge of the principles and methods of organization and management;
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration;
• Ability to plan and coordinate the work of subordinate personnel;
• Ability to supervise, evaluate and counsel employees;
• Ability to analyze programs and evaluate their performance against established objectives;
• Ability to prepare clear, concise financial and administrative reports;
• Ability to evaluate, refine and consolidate budget requests;
• Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software and peripheral equipment;
• Ability to work effectively in a group of both peers and subordinates;
• Ability to keep abreast of developments in the field;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.

Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(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 degree in recreation and park management or other closely related field; Plus, five years of progressively responsible experience in park-related work, including responsible administrative/managerial experience, preferably in the applicable functional area.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Driver's license (required)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Five years' experience in mid to upper-level management in large park system.
• Experience managing a large grounds maintenance or turf maintenance services contract; and working with community athletic organizations, elected officials, and citizen boards.
• Five years of experience using desktop software including Microsoft Office products, GIS, and work order systems.
• Three years of experience writing and establishing contracts for maintenance services.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively develop and manage a budget including three or more years of experience managing over $1 million annually.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
The appointee to the position will be required to complete a criminal background check, child protective services and driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to traverse in uneven terrain for sustained periods of time during outdoor weather extremes. Sedentary with walking and lifting less than 10 pounds. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview; may include exercise.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including ) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government 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.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.
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Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• LiveWell Program
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)
• Paid Holidays
• Deferred Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employees' Child Care Center
• Continuous Learning Opportunities

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NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program:
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Non-Merit Positions

1. Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
   • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
   • Flexible Spending Program
   • Deferred Compensation
2. Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
   • No benefits

01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

• Less than 12th grade
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree

02
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.

• Less than 45 quarter hours
• 45 to less than 90 quarter hours
• 90 to less than 135 quarter hours
• 135 to less than 180 quarter hours
• 180 or more quarter hours
• Less than 30 semester hours
• 30 to less than 60 semester hours
• 60 to less than 90 semester hours
• 90 to less than 120 semester hours
• 120 or more semester hours
• Not applicable

03
Please indicate the major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.

• Recreation
• Park management
• Public administration
• Business administration
• Other (related field)
• Other (non-related field)
• Not applicable

04
If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list all of your majors and minors. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable".
05
Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

06
How many years of full-time equivalent progressively responsible experience do you have in park-related work, including responsible administrative/managerial experience, preferably in the applicable functional area?(Progressively responsible experience: Refers to tasks, job duties, or roles that demonstrate growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility.)

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven to less than eight years
• Eight to less than nine years
• Nine or more years

07
Which of the following technical activities do you have experience with? Check all that apply.

• Experience managing a large inventory of parks, associated amenities, and equipment (e.g., multiuse parks, fields, services, and equipment)
• Experience managing multiple maintenance shops
• Experience developing standard operating procedures for a large park system
• Experience developing operating plans
• Experience with customer service program development and training
• None of the above

08
Do you have experience preparing and presenting reports to Senior/Executive Management, Boards, Authorities, Commissions, or other similar entities?

• Yes
• No

09
Which of the following management and administrative tasks have you performed? Check all that apply.

• Experience managing a large workforce to include full-time and part-time (30+)
• Experience managing a large operating and capital budget
• Experience utilizing Geographic Information Systems
• Experience utilizing asset management systems
• Project documentation, tracking
• Development of long-range goals and strategies
• None of the above

10
What functions of management experience do you have in managing maintenance programs, parks, and facilities? Check all that apply.

• Direct supervision and management of a single focused program or operational area
• Assists in the supervision and management of a single focused program or operational area
• Direct supervision and management of multiple program or operational areas
• Assist in the supervision and management of multiple program or operational areas
• Develops annual and long-range plans, performance objectives and business strategies for a single focused program or operational area.
• Assists in the development of annual and long-range plans, performance objectives and business strategies for a single focused program or operational area
• Develops annual and long-range plans, performance objectives and business strategies for multiple program or operational areas
• Assists in the development of annual and long-range plans, performance objectives and business strategies for multiple program or operational areas
• Develops and monitors annual budget projections and expenditures for a single focused program or operational area
• Assists with the development and monitoring of annual budget projections and expenditures for a single focused program or operational area.
• Develops and monitors annual budget projections and expenditures for multiple service delivery programs or operational areas
• Assists with the development and monitoring of annual budget projections and expenditures for multiple service delivery programs or operational areas
• None of the above

11
What functional areas of park maintenance have you had at least two years of experience in?

• Forestry management- tree removal/pruning
• Athletic turf maintenance- natural grass and synthetic turf
• Athletic field maintenance- mowing, grooming & irrigation
• Minor construction/renovation- trails, playgrounds, athletic courts
• Contract cevelopment
• Contract management
• None of the above