Lifeguard II

Salary offers are based on information contained within the application and any attachments (licenses, certifications, etc.). Please ensure your profile and resume are up to date with all experience, education, and skills you wish to be considered.<br data-pasted="true"><br>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!<undefined>The Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Services is actively looking for qualified individuals to fill full-time Lifeguard roles. The Recreation Center boasts a competition pool alongside a leisure pool that includes a water slide, a children's play area, and a hot tub. This role will involve maintaining records and facilitating the orientation of new aquatics staff. An ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, patience, and effective communication abilities.<br data-pasted="true"><br><br>We are currently hiring for the following location(s):<br>• Dulles South Recreation & Community Center, South Riding, VA<br><br><br>Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:<br>• Carries out daily custodial and maintenance functions to ensure the aquatic facility remains safe and clean, rearranges the pool for specific activities and events, and assists in the execution of special events.<br>• Ensure compliance with and enforce the regulations and rules governing the pool.<br>• Assists with clerical duties, including utilizing scheduling software, and maintains required aquatic facility records.<br>• Provide excellent customer service. <br>• Aids distressed individuals by utilizing rescue techniques and equipment; alerts emergency medical personnel in cases of significant injury; offers emergency care and treatment as required. <br>• It is possible that other essential duties related to the position and department may be performed as required.<br></undefined><br><undefined><strong>This position is eligible for a $3,000.00 hiring bonus in accordance with the County’s Hiring and Retention Bonus Program.</strong><br></undefined><br><undefined>* The work schedule offers flexibility and will necessitate early morning, evening, and weekend availability.<br></undefined><span style="color: inherit;font-style: normal;text-indent: 0.0px;" data-pasted="true">Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma.</span><br><undefined><br>Preferred Qualifications:<br>• A minimum of one year of supervisory experience is preferred.<br>• Lifeguarding Instructor, AED, and Supplemental Oxygen preferred.<br>• Water Safety Instructor and Membership in the Virginia Recreation and Park Society and the National Recreation and Parks Association. <br>• One (1) year of aquatic experience, including aquatics programming and pool facility management, working with the public, groups, and organizations.<br></undefined><undefined>Must undergo criminal background and credit checks. Must have Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, including First Aid and CPR, prior to beginning work.<br></undefined>

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