NCS Center Leader

Job Announcement

This announcement will be used to fill multiple positions across Fairfax County. This position is 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week) with benefits. This position is required to work a split shift (morning and evening) when Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) are in session and a six-hour consecutive shift when FCPS is not in session (Teacher Workdays, Winter-Spring-Summer break, etc.)

The work locations will be located throughout Fairfax County in the following regions within elementary schools;
Alexandria, Annandale, Falls Church, Fairfax, McLean, Springfield, and Vienna.

Working for the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services (NCS) is a great choice for your career and community. Center Leader positions are ideal for individuals looking for part-time opportunities where they can engage in the community around them and make an impact in the lives of Fairfax County residents. Center Leaders implement center activities that are age and ability appropriate working primarily with elementary-age participants.

Supports stewardship of the "One Fairfax Racial and Social Equity Policy" goals by assisting with the facilitation of programs and activities that serve a multi-cultural and economically diverse population as assigned. Monitors the care and maintenance of equipment and facilities of the center. Completes necessary administrative duties in support of center operations. Collects and reports required center statistical data. Ensures safety of participants and responds promptly to emergency situations.

Responsible for greeting center patrons, handling inquiries, making referrals to appropriate resources, communicates effectively in-person and on the telephone with participants, while fostering a welcoming and supportive environment. Maintains required professional training, such as First Aid and CPR, and driver's license,

As part of the NCS Team, these positions will: work to engage community and resident leaders to develop responses to changing needs using a place-based and population-based approach; work closely with leadership to coordinate a shared vision, actionable strategies, and support a framework for the county's engagement of community members; promote a high-performing organization that ensures the work is directly connected to the department and the human services system priorities and outcome areas;

and support and promote equity-based programs and practices that address needs and equitable access to opportunities to enhance well-being and community inclusion. Work with populations with varying needs and ages in community, schools, and centers.

Note: Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

(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 job description.)

General Duties
Assists in the program delivery duties of the assigned facilities;
Ensures staff compliance with operating procedures and safety/security standards;
Informs the public of pertinent rules and regulations;
Directs residents to private and public resources and programs;
Delivers customer service by distributing literature and providing information;
Assists as a liaison between County agencies, residents and other community centers.

Operations
Provides operational support by supervising non-merit personnel of assigned facilities.

Programming
Assists management in the daily program delivery of several specialized programs and special events at assigned facilities;
Assists management in the collection of data and records management necessary for the operation and evaluation of programs.

(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 recreation center management;
Ability to assist center management with the collection and tracking of program data and outcomes needed for compiling administrative reports;
Ability to use a personal computer, applicable software, and peripheral equipment;
Ability to direct and coordinate the work of subordinate staff and volunteers;
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff, citizen groups, and the public;
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the following:

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