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- Fairfax Station, Virginia
- NOVA Parks (Virginia)
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Parks and Recreation
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Executive Director - NOVA Parks (Virginia)
Fairfax Station, Virginia United States NOVA Parks (Virginia) Full Time $190,000 Apr 08, 2025
Employer:
NOVA Parks (Virginia)
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Summary
Established in 1959, NOVA Parks, formerly known as the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority, is a unique regional agency dedicated to the conservation of natural and cultural resources across six jurisdictions: Arlington, Fairfax, and Loudoun counties, and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, and Falls Church. NOVA Parks’ administrative offices are located in Fairfax Station, Virginia.
Job Description
NOVA Parks is seeking a strategic and visionary Executive Director to be responsible for sustaining the organization’s success by building strong relationships, managing land conservation efforts and securing land acquisitions, and fostering a positive, high-performing organizational culture. This role requires a strategic mindset and a commitment to innovation to drive financial growth. The Executive Director fosters a culture of inclusivity, mentorship, and workforce development while leveraging technology and creative partnerships to engage various populations.
Job Requirements
The successful candidate will have a degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, recreation management/administration, business administration or a comparable field, advanced degree preferred, and ten (10) years of senior level management experience, with at least five (5) years as executive or department head at a comparably complex public corporation or other self-contained organization that operates and functions like NOVA Parks. An equivalent combination of education and management experience will be considered.
Special Instructions
The starting salary range for this position will be $190,000 – $230,000. In addition, NOVA Parks offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability coverage; flexible spending accounts; pet benefits; a deferred compensation plan; travel assistance; and tuition assistance. Employees also receive paid time off, sick leave, and a park use pass for themselves, their spouse, and children under 18.
Additional Information
This position is open until filled; however, interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply no later than May 27, 2025. Qualified candidates are asked to apply at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bakertilly/jobs/4898667/
For more information, please contact Yolanda Howze at Yolanda.Howze@bakertilly.com or 312-240-3401.
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