Looking for a rewarding way to stay active, connect with your community, and earn extra income? The Fairfax County Park Authority is hiring part-time, year-round Lifeguards at all nine FCPA Rec Centers across Fairfax County, with a particular need for weekday morning and midday availability.

Whether you're retired, an active older adult, looking for a flexible part-time opportunity, or simply have availability during the day, lifeguarding is a great way to stay engaged while making a difference in your community.

Join us for an Open Hire Event, where you can apply, complete a pre-employment swim assessment, interview, and, if selected as a candidate, register for the next certification class. Sign up in advance for a pre-employment swim assessment and interview or simply walk in ready to go.

Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026

Time: 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Location: Mount Vernon Rec Center, 2017 Belle View Blvd., Alexandria

The pre-employment swim assessment includes:

• Swim 100 yards continuously using a front crawl or breaststroke.
• Retrieve a 10-pound dive brick from the deepest part of the facility’s pool (approximately 12 feet deep).
• Tread water without hands for one minute.

Please make sure to bring appropriate swim attire and a change of clothes.

Position Details:

• Starting pay for opening and midday positions is $15 per hour.
• Daytime shifts available: Weekday opening and midday shifts between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m. are especially needed. Other availability will be considered based on individual site needs.
• Part-time, year-round positions.
• No prior experience is required. FCPA provides all required training and certifications at no cost following a successful job offer.
• Candidates must be at least 15 years old at the start of the course, and employment is contingent upon successful course completion and satisfactory results on a background check.

Why you’ll love this job:

• Free use of the Rec Center where you work.
• Opportunities for advancement to Lifeguard II and Head Lifeguard.
• An opportunity to stay active, meet new people and give back to your community.
• Flexible, part-time work that can complement retirement, other commitments or an open daytime schedule.
• Excellent entry-level experience for careers in public safety, medical fields and the military.

Can’t attend the open hire or looking for more information? View the job ad and apply by visiting the Government Jobs website.

For more information, please email FCPAJOBS@fairfaxcounty.gov.