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Lake Fairfax Park and the Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole - Employment Opportunities

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EMPLOYMENT

The Water Mine is now accepting applications for the 2012 season.  
Lake Fairfax Park will begin accepting applications for the 2012 season beginning in February.

The Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole and Lake Fairfax Park are Fairfax County Government organizations.  Employees at these parks are employed by Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) and are held to the highest standard of performance. The FCPA was awarded the 2011 Best Overall Commitment to Aquatics by Aquatics International and the 2010 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management from the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration.

The Water Mine and Lake Fairfax Park have many openings for positive, energetic, motivated and friendly people.
All appointee's must successfully complete the background investigation prior to employment. 
Applications are now being accepted, and we will continue to accept application as the summer season progresses unless it is otherwise noted below.  If you are interested in applying please complete the online application or call 703-471-5415 for more information.

Water Mine Lifeguard
Our lifeguards are licensed through the Ellis & Associates International Lifeguard Training Program. Applicants must be at least 15 years of age at the start of the course. Training dates will be made available to applicants at the time of their interview.  The applicant is responsible for the course fee.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the Ellis & Associates International Lifeguard Training Program.
Duties include:

• Ensure health and safety of guests by pool surveillance and enforcement of park policies
• Perform rescue and emergency care as needed (both in water and on land)
• Provide immediate first aid treatment to guests in distress as needed
• Maintain water and rescue skills at a "test ready" level at all times
• Participate in regularly scheduled mandatory in-service trainings for a minimum of 4 hours per month
• Provide exceptional customer service
• General cleaning and maintenance duties to include locker rooms, grounds, and pool
• Maintain professional attitude and image at all times

Prerequisites for the lifeguard course:

• Swim 100 yards without resting using front crawl or breaststroke
• Retrieve 10 pound dive brick from depth of 12-14 ft.
• Tread water without using arms for 1 minute

Water Mine Park Attendant
CPR certification is required for this position.  CPR classes are available through The Water Mine.  Class dates and fees will be made available to applicants at the time of their interview.
Duties include:

• Enforces all slide rules and slide dispatch procedures
• Supervises each guest using the slide to ensure all rider safety requirements are met
• Performs general cleaning and maintenance duties to include locker rooms, grounds, and pool during scheduled rounds
• Provide exceptional customer service
• Participate in regularly scheduled staff meetings and trainings

Water Mine Assistant Head Lifeguard
Assistant head guards assist the head guards and other lead aquatic staff with many of their daily duties.  Assistant head guards will typically have 1-2 assistant head guard shifts per week, based on performance, availability, and other factors.  The rest of the work-week for an assistant head guard will be spent performing lifeguarding duties.
In addition to lifeguarding duties, assistant headguard duties include:

• Assist with directing and supervising the lifeguard and park attendant staff in the performance of their duties
• Assist with completing and documenting water chemistry results and equipment inspections
• Assist with enforcing Ellis and Associates lifeguard standards

Water Mine Head Lifeguard
Head Lifeguards are in place to help the lifeguard and park attendant staff perform at their best level. Applicants must hold a current Ellis & Associate ILTP Lifeguard License and have at least one operational season of experience in aquatic operations. These positions require a flexible schedule which may include early morning or late evening hours.
Duties include:

• With direction, supervise, organize, and guide lifeguard and park attendant staff in the performance of their duties
• Complete and document water chemistry results and equipment inspections
• Respond to customer service inquires
• Enforce and exceed Ellis and Associates lifeguard standards
• During lifeguard shortages, will be required to fill vacant shifts

Water Mine Waterpark Supervisor
Applicants must hold a current Ellis & Associate ILTP Lifeguard License and have a minimum of two (2) operational seasons in aquatic operations with progressive roles and/or leadership roles.  These positions require a flexible schedule which may include early morning or late evening hours.  Availability to start work in a part-time capacity as early as February is preferred.
Duties include:

• Assist with recruiting, hiring, and training seasonal staff
• Organize and supervise the aquatic staff in the performance of their duties
• Maintain balanced pool water and filtration system
• Complete and process reports and inspections
• Enforce health department and Park Authority regulations

Water Mine Front Desk Staff
Front desk staff work in a fast paced environment while greeting our guests with a smile.
Duties include:

• Process transactions for admission
• Provide general Water Mine and Lake Fairfax Park information to guests
• Inspect coolers for prohibited items
• Issue wristbands to guests
• Welcome groups and assist with their entrance
• Assist with weather related closings
• Help keep line traffic flowing
• Provide excellent customer service
• Performs general cleaning and maintenance duties to include locker rooms, grounds, and pool during scheduled rounds

Water Mine Front Desk Supervisor
Under the supervision of the Front Desk Manager, front desk supervisors lead and support the front desk team during their scheduled shift to provide excellent customer service.   Applicants must have a minimum of one (1) operational season of guest relations/customer service experience or equivalent experience.
Duties Include:                                   

• Ensure compliance of all agency cash handling procedures are followed
• Supervise, organize, and guide front desk staff in the performance of their duties.
• Complete daily financial reports.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels at all times
• Assist with managing pool closures and other weather related closings
• Help keep line traffic flowing
• Provide excellent customer service, ensure a safe and efficient daily operation

Water Mine Front Desk Supervisor - Assistant Group Coordinator
The Assistant Group Coordinator will perform the duties outlined in the Front Desk Supervisor description above, and also perform the following duties:

• Assist with making group reservations, prepare and send group use contracts
• Respond to customer inquiries for group use, discounted group admissions, and birthday party reservations
• Welcome groups, review policies, and collect payments

Water Mine Front Desk Assistant Manager - Group Reservations Coordinator
Under general supervision, and as part of a leadership team, assists with the daily operation of the front desk, with primary responsibilities being the management of group reservations, discount group admissions, and birthday party rentals.
Duties include:

• Maintain group reservation data base, log books for birthday party rentals and discounted group admission tickets
• Respond to customer inquiries via e-mail, telephone, and walk-in
• Administer group reservation contracts
• Responsible for collecting fees on site and billing of long term renters
• Welcome groups and process check-in and admission
• Provide excellent customer service
• Ensure all agency cash handling policies are met
• Train Assistant Group Coordinator
• Serve in Assistant Manager - Operations role, as scheduled

Water Mine Front Desk Assistant Manager - Operations Manager
Under general supervision, assists in the daily operation of the front desk.
Duties include:

• Ensure that all agency cash handling guidelines are followed by staff
• Assist with hiring, orientating, and training of front desk staff
• Daily supervision of cashiers and line monitors
• As part of a leadership team, ensure the daily safe and efficient operation of the front desk
• Assist with meeting fiscal goals for the facility
• Provide excellent customer service
• Assist with scheduling employees

• Perform inventory of supplies and order as required

• Conduct and document daily, weekly, and monthly inspections of facility area and equipment and ensure issues are resolved

 

Lake Fairfax Park Maintenance Supervisors and Workers
Park maintenance workers and supervisors report for duty and work at Lake Fairfax Park. These positions are demanding yet rewarding for both entry level job seekers and those looking for advancement opportunities within Fairfax County. Candidates must possess the ability to work outside with regular exposure to severe weather. These positions are seasonal positions that are available from 25 to 48 weeks per year. Working weekend and summer holidays is required and may be on a rotating schedule depending upon staffing levels.
Duties include:

• General park maintenance
• Mowing and weed-eating operations
• Campground maintenance
• Athletic field maintenance
• Trail repairs and preservation
• General cleaning duties Routine manual labor tasks

Prerequisites for any maintenance position:

• Successfully complete a pre-employment physical
• Successfully complete the background investigation

 

Lake Fairfax Main Office Custodian (Accepting Applications beginning in February 2012)
These are seasonal positions. Working 5:00 to 9:30 pm. Weekend and summer holiday work is required. Schedule may be on a rotating basis depending upon staffing levels.
Duties include:

• Office and bathroom custodial duties
• Trash removal
• Light equipment repairs

 

Lake Fairfax Main Office (Accepting Applications beginning in February 2012)
Office staff provides support to the administrative staff and general service to park customers.
Duties include:

• Process Water Mine season pass sales
• Sell tickets for boat rentals and carousel rides
• Administrative duties (answering phones, filing, etc.)
• Check-in campground guests
• Process reservations
• Sell basic camping essentials

 

Lake Fairfax Marina Supervisor (Accepting Applications beginning in February 2012)
Acts as facility supervisor on a given shift. Directs work of subordinate employees and completes their tasks in their absence. One to two years of marina operations experience is recommended.

• Assists in the operation of the marina & carousel
• Ensures an efficient and safe operation
• Observes facility to correct obvious problems
• Completes data tracking requirements and information logbooks
• Operates equipment such as motorboats, amusement ride, and trail vehicle
• Communicates with Park Management staff on the operation of facility
• Interacts with park visitors and provides services and information
• Renders first aid, seeks emergency services as needed

 

Lake Fairfax Boat House (Accepting Applications beginning in February 2012)
The lake is our most beautiful attribute here at the park. Daily peddle boat and canoe rentals are available. Boat house staff coordinate all marina activity. Staff will receive training in CPR & Basic Water Safety.
Duties include:

• Distribute life jackets to all patrons
• Ensure compliance with marina rules
• Safely operate our antique carousel
• Inspect boats and safety equipment
• Monitor lake activity for customer safety
• Provide emergency rescue care if needed
• Assist in emergency weather related closings
• Perform guided tours on lake

 

Lake Fairfax Park is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, call 703-471-5415.