The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is a nationally recognized park system encompassing more than 24,000 acres of land, 420 parks, 325 miles of trails, 500 full-time employees, 2,500 seasonal employees and thousands of volunteers. Our mission is to enrich quality of life for all members of the community through an enduring park system that provides a healthy environment, preserves natural and cultural heritage, offers inspiring recreational experiences and promotes healthy lifestyles. Fairfax County offers great benefits from healthcare to financial readiness for county employees. The Park Authority also offers benefits specific to its staff from use of Rec Centers to visits to historic sites, as well as the mental health benefits of working in beautiful parks and interacting with people. FCPA is a nationally acclaimed, award-winning organization that provides leadership in the field of recreation and parks. We have received the National Recreation and Park Association’s (NRPA) Gold Medal Award numerous times, ensuring that we are peer-reviewed for best-management standards, practices and accomplishments. The Park Authority is accredited by NRPA’s Commission for Accreditation
...of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) and the American Alliance of Museums (AAM).The Park Authority is committed to an equitable and inclusive workforce that reflects the diversity of the community we serve. The Park Authority Board adopted Fairfax County’s One Fairfax initiative, confirming its commitment to social and racial equity in our programs, services, policies and workforce. The Park Authority is also a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer.
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