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Make a Splash and Earn Some Cash with a Summer Job at the Water Mine

March 19, 2026
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The Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole offers a wide range employment opportunities this summer. From lifeguards and park attendants to cashiers and security staff, the Fairfax County Park Authority has begun the search for the more than 200 team members to operate the popular splash park in Reston, Virginia. Full position descriptions, lists of job duties and qualifications can be found on the Water Mine's employment webpage.

Water Mine will be hosting several in-person open hire sessions for all summer positions vacant at the Water Mine. These full-service sessions will allow applicants to interview, take a swim test (lifeguards only) and complete hiring paperwork if a job is offered. Walk-ins are accepted and preregistration is not required. Applicants should bring their banking information, social security card and an unexpired photo ID to complete hiring paperwork. Open hiring sessions are scheduled for the following dates:

  • Wednesday, March 25 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Water Mine
  • Thursday, April 2 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Water Mine
  • Saturday, April 18 from noon to 2 p.m. at the Water Mine

Pay is competitive and starting rates are as follows:

  • Lifeguards: starting at $16.87 per hour
  • Security Staff: starting at $18.87 per hour
  • Leadership Staff: starting at $17.87 per hour

Applications and details for the upcoming all-in-one open hire sessions are available on the Water Mine's employment webpage. 

The Water Mine is located at 1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston, Virginia. For information, contact the Water Mine at FCPAWaterMine@fairfaxcounty.gov; or call 703-246-5933.

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