Head Lifeguard

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Loudoun County Parks, Recreation & Community Services (PRCS) is dedicated to connecting all communities through exceptional people, parks, and programs. Our goal is to make Loudoun the community of choice through outstanding experiences while promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We collaborate to deliver programs and community services that provide social, personal, economic, and environmental benefits to last a lifetime. Come be a part of something that matters!

We are seeking qualified applicants for the Head Lifeguard position. Under the direction of the designated supervisor, monitors aquatic activities to ensure participant safety and performs rescues as necessary for water sports or pool environments for participants and facility users of all ages and backgrounds. Assists in training lifeguards and maintaining records. An ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, patience, a customer-oriented approach, problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication skills. PRCS serves a diverse population, including but not limited to youth, adults, individuals with disabilities, and seniors.

We are currently hiring for the following location(s):

• Dulles South Recreation & Community Center, South Riding, VA

• Maintains the operation of pools.
• Manages conditions of pool water.
• Monitors safe use of pools by patrols.
• Schedules aquatics programs and activities.
• Sets up the pool for varied programs and use.
• Assists individuals in distress by employing rescue methods and equipment; communicates with emergency medical services in the event of severe injuries; administers emergency care and treatment as necessary.
• May carry out additional critical job responsibilities that are specific to the role and departmental assignment.
  
  *Work hours vary: Monday through Friday, 4:30 a.m.–9:45 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m.*

This position is eligible for a $3,000 hiring bonus in accordance with the County’s Hiring and Retention Bonus Program.

High school diploma or equivalent; one (1) year of aquatics experience inclusive of aquatics programming, pool facility management, and working with the public, groups, and organizations; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of lifeguarding monitoring and rescue methods.
• Understanding fundamental first aid techniques is essential for addressing injuries that may arise in a pool setting.
• Skill in swimming and applying lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
• Ability to physically make rescues as required.
•  Familiarity with swimming pool tools and the correct chemical composition for pools.

Successful candidates must:

• Undergo background checks, including criminal, credit, and DMV, and reference checks. 
• Hold Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, First Aid Certification, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification within the required timeframes. 
• Hold a Loudoun County-approved Pool Operator's License.

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Equal Employment Opportunity
Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at
703-777-0213 or email Human Resources.