Administrative Assistant - Recreation & Parks

$50,000 - $61,000

Onsite

Closing Date:  May 12, 2026

The City of Falls Church is seeking a qualified individual to provide administrative support services to the Recreation and Parks Department. This position performs a variety of detail oriented clerical tasks, which involve considerable initiative and good judgment in the performance of their duties.   Duties include providing customer service: processing activity registrations, providing coverage to departmental main phone line & email communications, responding to customer needs.  Administrative tasks may include preparing reports, agendas, minutes, and transcribing meeting records, reconciling revenue receipts, preparing payroll, ordering equipment and supplies, posting on social media, scheduling facility reservations; and assisting professional and administrative staff.

The City is an independent city six miles from the nation's capital. It is small in area (2.2 square miles) and population (about 16,000 residents). The City is known for its urban village community, quality customer service, nationally ranked school system, environmental activism, and endless community activities.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school including or supplemented by courses in general business or office technology and some experience in clerical and office work;
• Some experience in standard office practices, procedures, equipment and office assistance techniques, including business English, spelling and arithmetic;
• General knowledge of departmental programs and policies;
• demonstrated ability to type, take and transcribe dictation accurately and at a reasonable rate of speed, to meet the public and effectively solve problems within scope of responsibility, establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and follow oral and written instructions.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Experience working in a fast paced, customer service-oriented environment; recreation experience preferred;
• Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate and deal with the public in a professional, empathetic and positive manner;
• Excellent organizational, clerical, math, accounts and computer skills (MS Office, Windows desired);

Hours:  Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., limited holiday, evening and weekend hours

Salary & Benefits: Starting Salary $50,000 - $61,000, depending on qualifications.  The City offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, pension plan, deferred compensation plan, flexible spending account, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, free parking, credit union membership, and more.  See www.fallschurchva.gov/benefits for additional information.

Deadline and How to Apply: This position closes May 12, 2026.  Applications received prior to the deadline will receive priority consideration. Complete the application for consideration on ExactHire and upload your resume and cover letter. For questions please contact the City of Falls Church, Human Resources: 300 Park Ave., Suite 200W, Falls Church, VA 22046 or email hrteam@fallschurchva.gov.  

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace: The City of Falls Church is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the federal, state and/or local laws or regulations. Accommodations may be requested for applicants with disabilities.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at HRTeam@fallschurchva.gov or 703-248-5127.  Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

All City facilities are smoke free.