Where the Jobs Are: Horticultural Technician, Electrician, 9-1-1 Dispatcher

It's Sunday ... it must be the day to peruse the classifieds! But drop the red pen; we'll bring the list of new jobs open in Fairfax County government to you.

Need a job for yourself? Your son or daughter? The county has great opportunities. Here are the newest available for jobs for the week of June 18, 2012

12-0868  Enterprise IT Technician   (closes 6/29/2012)

This is an all-platform computer operator position on the Enterprise Technology Operations Center Team, whose primary responsibility is to ensure the availability of critical systems across all computing platforms. Uses automation tools to process scheduled production work loads, operate high-speed printers, handle backup media, and provide Level 1 technical support to customers when the Technical Support Center is closed. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0868

12-0873  Instrumentation Technician II  (closes 6/29/2012)

Executes installations, calibrations, and repairs on open channel wastewater flow metering equipment. Conducts inspections of ultrasonic depth and velocity sensors, maintaining and replacing sensors to assure proper operation. Operates a laptop computer to collect flow data and troubleshoot instrumentation equipment. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0873

12-0876  Community Health Care Network Liaison  (closes 6/29/2012)

Located at the Bailey's Community Health Care Network, FCDO. Acts as a liaison between the Community Health Care Network and the Health Department. Coordinates health services for patients enrolled in the Network, acting as case manager for high-risk clients. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0876

12-0877  Public Health Nurse II  (closes 6/29/2012)

Located at the Herndon-Reston District Office in the Maternal Child Health Program. Provides a variety of community health services to diverse populations using a multidisciplinary approach. Services and interventions include outreach, case-finding, health promotion, education, case management and disease prevention. Provides home visits, education and collaboration with community resources to provide comprehensive family/community-centered health care to high risk families. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0877

12-0882  Library Information Assistant (P/T)  (closes 6/29/2012)

20 hours per week; one position at the Oakton Library and one at the Thomas Jefferson Library. Regular schedule includes working every Saturday. Uses strong customer service skills to help library users of all ages meet their information, educational and recreational needs. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0882

12-0883  Human Service Worker III  (closes 6/29/2012)

This job announcement may be used to fill multiple positions, located at various One-Stop Employment Centers throughout Northern Virginia. Works as part of a team that provides case management, center operations, and community and business development for the Employment and Training program. Determines eligibility for multiple employment and training programs. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0883

12-0884  Staff Coordinator  (closes 6/22/2012)

Prepares analysis and staff recommendations on rezoning, special exception, special permit and/or variance applications, including interpretation of data relating to land use, transportation, public facilities and environmental planning. Prepares and presents detailed staff reports on findings and recommendations to the Planning Commission, Board of Supervisors, Board of Zoning Appeals, citizen groups and Fairfax County agencies. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0884

12-0885  Public Health Nurse III  (closes 6/29/2012)

Position available at Mount Vernon Adult Day Health Care Center. Provides clinical nursing services and supervision of older adults. Assesses, monitors and provides health care to participants. Provides health teaching, counseling and support to participants and their caregivers. Provides skilled intervention for management of difficult behaviors. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0885

12-0886  Equipment Repairer  (closes 6/29/2012)

Conducts and documents routine preventive maintenance of a wide range of equipment and machinery associated with a working farm and outdoor park. Identifies problems, determines nature and extent of required repairs, repairs machinery and equipment, and ensures that it is ready when needed. Troubleshoots equipment-related emergencies. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0886

12-0887  Horticultural Technician  (closes 6/29/2012)

Responsible for the care and maintenance of assigned gardens, the glasshouse, propagation, and plant sale areas at Green Spring Gardens. Performs skilled horticultural work and disseminate horticultural information on the propagation, care and protection from insects and disease of plant materials. Makes independent judgments relying on knowledge of sound horticultural practices. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0887

12-0888  Assistant Site Manager  (closes 6/29/2012)

Serves as the assistant manager to a large, multi-faceted outdoor park. Has oversight and responsibility for the equestrian programs, rentals, shows and events. Manages paid staff and volunteers. Plans, develops, administers, organizes and schedules specialized recreational activities; park safety program; special events; and grounds, custodial and equestrian maintenance. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0888

12-0890  Senior Staff Coordinator  (closes 6/29/2012)

Prepares analyses and staff recommendations on rezoning, special exception, special permit and/or variance applications; and/or conducts research and prepares recommendations on requests for interpretations of and modifications to approved zonings. Interprets data relating to land use, transportation, public facilities, and environmental planning, as well as to design features. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0890

12-0894  Visitor Center Manager/Assistant Site Manager  (closes 6/29/2012)

Assistant manager to a large, multi-faceted outdoor park. Has oversight and responsibility for the interpretive and revenue programs. Manages the park’s preservation and conservation initiatives. Supervises the use of an historic school house, operations of a specialty retail store, and a farmers market. Manages paid staff and volunteers. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0894

12-0896  9-1-1 Dispatcher  (closes 7/6/2012)

This recruitment is for the training academy class that will begin on September 24, 2012. This is a highly responsible and rewarding public safety position. Receives and processes 9-1-1 emergency and non-emergency calls from the public using a specialized telephone system. Gathers, classifies and supplements pertinent information obtained from the caller and enters it into the computer aided dispatch (CAD) system. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0896

12-0899  Branch Chief, Regulations and Licensing  (closes 6/29/2012)

Oversees the daily operations and activities of the Regulation and Licensing Branch. Makes presentations to the Board of Supervisors, businesses, community organizations, county agencies, and other jurisdictions on licensing issues. Responsible for the regulation of Trespass Towing and Taxicab industry in Fairfax County. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0899

12-0900  Electrician I  (closes 6/29/2012)

Performs general repair and maintenance of the electrical systems in county buildings, including troubleshooting and repairing live electrical circuits, working with voltages from 12 volts AC to 600 volts AC, and repairing all types of lighting systems (indoor and outdoor) used in commercial and industrial environments at heights up to 50 feet. To learn more, visit http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/detail.asp?job=12-0900