703-246-5929
TTY 711
Tammy Yelmgren,
Watermine Manager
Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole Employment Opportunities
Job Seekers are welcome to join us for a virtual interview on the following days:
During virtual interview sessions, job seekers will have the opportunity to learn about job openings at the Water Mine, ask questions, and interview on the spot!
Job Seekers are welcome to join us for a virtual interview on the following days:
During virtual interview sessions, job seekers will have the opportunity to learn about job openings at the Water Mine, ask questions, and interview on the spot!
Join us for an open hire on one of the following days:
Job Seekers attending a open hire or normal open hire will have the opportunity to interview and, if offered a position, complete hire paperwork. To complete hire paperwork, please bring your banking information (routing number and account number) to enroll in direct deposit, original Social Security card AND an unexpired photo ID (Such as driver’s license/permit, passport, military ID, or school ID). Copies will not be accepted. Prospective employees will also be required to provide proof of COVID vaccination.
Join us for an open hire on one of the following days:
Job Seekers attending a open hire or normal open hire will have the opportunity to interview and, if offered a position, complete hire paperwork. To complete hire paperwork, please bring your banking information (routing number and account number) to enroll in direct deposit, original Social Security card AND an unexpired photo ID (Such as driver’s license/permit, passport, military ID, or school ID). Copies will not be accepted. Prospective employees will also be required to provide proof of COVID vaccination.
Join us for an all-in-one* open hire on one of the following days:
*All-in-one open hires allow job seekers to interview, complete a swim test (Lifeguards only), and if offered a position, complete hire paperwork on the spot. Please bring appropriate swim attire and a change of clothes if you are applying for a Lifeguard position.
To complete hire paperwork, please bring your banking information (routing number and account number) to enroll in direct deposit, original Social Security card AND an unexpired photo ID (Such as driver’s license/permit, passport, military ID, or school ID). Copies will not be accepted. Prospective employees will also be required to provide proof of COVID vaccination.
Join us for an all-in-one* open hire on one of the following days:
*All-in-one open hires allow job seekers to interview, complete a swim test (Lifeguards only), and if offered a position, complete hire paperwork on the spot. Please bring appropriate swim attire and a change of clothes if you are applying for a Lifeguard position.
To complete hire paperwork, please bring your banking information (routing number and account number) to enroll in direct deposit, original Social Security card AND an unexpired photo ID (Such as driver’s license/permit, passport, military ID, or school ID). Copies will not be accepted. Prospective employees will also be required to provide proof of COVID vaccination.
The Water Mine Family Swimmin' Hole is a Fairfax County Government organization. Employees at these parks are employed by Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) and are held to the highest standard of performance.
Over the years, the Water Mine has received many awards from Jeff Ellis and Associates Inc (E&A), International Aquatic Safety Consultants, for excelling in lifeguard professionalism, operational safety standards, and aquatic risk management through the participation in the E&A Comprehensive Aquatic Risk Management Program to include: Platinum in 2018, 2017 & 2016; Gold in 2015, 2014, & 2013; and Silver in 2012, 2011, & 2010. The FCPA was awarded the 2012 and 2011 Best of Aquatics by Aquatics International and the 2018 and 2010 National Gold Medal Award for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management from the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration. The Water Mine Family Swimmin’ Hole staff received the Trailblazer Award for ‘Site of the Year’ in 2016 for their outstanding performance.
The Water Mine has many positions for positive, energetic, motivated and friendly people. All appointee's must successfully complete the background investigation prior to employment.
To apply for Water Mine Lifeguard, Park Attendant, and Cashier positions please fill out the application by clicking on the button below.
STAFF SCHEDULING: Each applicant will be asked their summer availability at the time of their interview to include: Hours/Days you wish to work and any known vacations. Scheduling is done two weeks in advanced and available online and real time though an online scheduling application. Our staff may work varying hours between the hours of 7am and 9pm. Staff are not allowed to take more than 16 requested days off; exceptions may be made. You must be available to work two of the three holiday periods (Memorial weekend, July 4th, and Labor Day weekend).
To apply for Water Mine LEADERSHIP and ADMINISTRATIVE positions, please submit your resume to the Water Mine Hiring Team at FCPAWaterMine@Fairfaxcounty.gov.
For more information, please email FCPAWaterMine@Fairfaxcounty.gov.
(Accepting applications all summer long)
Now Accepting Applications for Summer 2023!
Salary: $16.00 to $19.00 per hour, depending on certifications, education, and experience.
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 provided for free. 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:
Prerequisites for the lifeguard course:
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.
Duties include:
Duties include:
Now Accepting Applications for Summer 2023!
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:
TO APPLY: Send your resume to the Water Mine Hiring Team at FCPAWaterMine@Fairfaxcounty.gov
Now Accepting Applications for Summer 2023!
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:
TO APPLY: Send your resume to the Water Mine Hiring Team at FCPAWaterMine@Fairfaxcounty.gov
All newly hired employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (two weeks after the last required dose) as a condition of employment or obtain approval of a medical or religious exemption prior to their start date. Proof of an exemption or vaccination status will be required during the pre-employment onboarding process. New employees who obtain an exemption from the vaccine mandate for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs may be subject to a weekly testing requirement. Vaccinated employees and employees with a medical or religious exemption will complete the attestation online on their first day of employment or shortly thereafter.
The Water Mine is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, call 703-246-5933.
