Head Lifeguard

Salary: $38,709.36 - $63,870.45 Annually
Location : Leesburg, VA
Job Type: FT Hourly W BN
Job Number: 26-00613
Department: Parks Recreation & Community Services
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 7/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 106


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Introduction


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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!
Job Summary


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

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• 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.*

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

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


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.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements


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.

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.

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Employees hired into Regular Part-Time Intermittent positions are eligible for limited County employee benefit programs, based on the position's regularly scheduled hours. Benefits eligibility for temporary employees are dependent on duration of assignment and number of scheduled hours.
01


Do you have experience working in an environment supporting one of the following?

• Diversity and Inclusion
• Individuals with disabilities
• None of the above

02


How many years of aquatics experience inclusive of aquatics programming, pool facility management, and working with the public, groups, and organizations do you have?

• No experience
• Less than one (1) year of experience
• One (1) year but less than two (2) years of experience
• Two (2) or more years of experience

03


Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• Less than a high school diploma or equivalent
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) or higher

Required Question