(Accepting applications all summer long)
Now Accepting Applications for Summer 2021!!
Starting Rate: $10.40/hr

NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE OR CERTIFICATIONS ARE REQUIRED! You do not need to obtain a lifeguard certification before applying. Our lifeguards are licensed through the Ellis & Associates International Lifeguard Training Program and trained in-house. Training dates will be made available to applicants at the time of their interview. Training is $150.00 for the class. Applicants must be at least 15 years of age at the end of the course. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the Ellis & Associates International Lifeguard Training Program. It is also possible to use your lifeguard license to transfer to an FCPA RECenter when the summer season is over.

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
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

Prerequisites for the lifeguard course:

• Swim 50 yards continuously using a front crawl or breaststroke.
• Retrieve a 10 pound dive brick from a depth of 5 ft.
• Swim a minimum of 10 ft. underwater
• Successfully get out of the pool at the pool’s edge without using a ladder, steps or ramp

Additional prerequisite requirements may be recommended or required.

Lifeguard Scheduling:

Each applicant will be required to bring their summer availability to an interview to include: Hours/Days you wish to work and any known vacations. Scheduling is done in two week increments and available online and real time through an online scheduling application. Click here to download our availability form. Our lifeguards may work varying hours between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m.

MORE INFORMATION WILL BE DISCUSSED WITH YOU IF YOU ARE CONTACTED FOR AN INTERVIEW.

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Now Accepting Applications for Summer 2021!

Under the supervision of the Admissions Manager and the Assistant Admissions Manager, Admissions Supervisors are responsible for overseeing all daily operations of admission including assistant admissions supervisors, cashiers, park attendants, and other areas as required, during their scheduled shift to provide excellent customer service. They may also be assigned to assist with the daily reservations scheduled during their shift. Applicants must have a minimum of two (2) operational seasons of guest relations/customer service experience or equivalent experience; and one (1) operational season of supervisory experience. These positions require a flexible availability which may include a rotating schedule of weekdays, weekends, early morning, and late evening hours.

Duties Include:

• Ensure compliance of all agency cash handling procedures are followed
• Supervise, organize, and guide Admissions Cashiers in the performance of their duties
• Complete daily financial reports.
• Close out and account for cash drawers.
• Assist with managing pool closures and emergencies as well as other weather related closings
• Assist with reservations check-in, payments, and related inquiries
• Ensure completion of opening and closing duties
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels at all times
• Counsel and correct poor performance and behaviors
• Enforce disciplinary action when necessary
• Coordinate with aquatic staff to insure smooth operations
• Help keep line traffic flowing, as well as crowd control
• Provide excellent customer service, ensure a safe and efficient daily operation even when dealing with difficult persons or situations
• Maintain professional attitude and image at all times
• Assist in staff trainings
• Ability to work in fast pace environment and make decisions quickly
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

TO APPLY: Send your resume to the Water Mine Hiring Team at CPAWaterMine@Fairfaxcounty.gov.

Now Accepting Applications for Summer 2021!

Under the direction and supervision of the Duty Manager, the Pool Supervisor is responsible for assisting with managing the daily aquatic operations of The Water Mine. Applicants must hold a current Ellis & Associate ILTP Lifeguard License and have a minimum of: two (Supervisor) or one (Asst. Sup.) operational season(s) in aquatics with progressive roles and/or leadership roles. These positions require a flexible availability which may include a rotating schedule of weekdays, weekends, early morning, and late evening hours.

Duties Include:

• Organizes, directs and guides lifeguards and park attendants in the performance of their duties
• Create and manage staff rotation, making adjustments to respond to changes
• Enforce park rules and policies, apply safety standards, standard operating procedures, and disseminate pertinent information to guests
• Conduct and document daily, weekly, and monthly inspections of the facility and equipment
• Conduct spot checks on staff members; conduct Vigilance Awareness Training (VAT) and other training
• Maintains proper pool water chemistry. Notifies Duty Manager of variations from established ranges
• Troubleshoot pool operational issues that arise
• Performing lifeguarding duties as required
• Manage first aid and life threating emergencies
• Lead and manage small and extra-large groups
• Assist in staffing trainings
• Excellent customer service even when dealing with difficult persons or situations
• Ability to work in fast pace environment and make decisions quickly
• Clearly record documentation of incidents, injury reports, training, etc
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

TO APPLY: Send your resume to the Water Mine Hiring Team at CPAWaterMine@Fairfaxcounty.gov.

The Water Mine is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, call 703-246-5933.