Summary
This summer job involves managing outdoor pools and splash pads in Loudoun County from May to September, where you'll lead a team of lifeguards, ensure safe operations, handle customer service, and oversee daily tasks like opening and closing sites and managing concessions.
It's a great fit for someone with prior leadership experience in recreational settings who enjoys working outdoors, interacting with the public, and staying organized during busy summer months.
Key Requirements
- Leadership experience in supervising staff, such as lifeguards and water attendants
- Strong customer service skills to interact with pool visitors
- Attention to detail for administrative duties like scheduling and ordering supplies
- Knowledge of pool safety and emergency response procedures
- Ability to monitor and enforce rules for safe pool use
- Experience with facility operations, including setup, maintenance, and concessions
- Availability for seasonal work from May to September in outdoor settings
Full Job Description
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!
Requirements
We are seeking Summer Managers to work from May to September in various outdoor pools and splash pads throughout Loudoun County. As a member of the leadership team, you will assist with the enforcement of rules, regulations, procedures, and operations. A successful candidate will have leadership experience, a strong focus on customer service, and attention to detail to assist with administrative duties.
We are currently hiring for the following location(s):
• Franklin Park, Purcellville, VA
• Lovettsville Community Center, Lovettsville, VA
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Overseeing operations of concession stands, including daily travels to the bank, scheduling, ordering, and the opening and closing of outdoor pool sites.
• Sets up the pool for proper operation according to program grids, calendars, and posted hours; reconfigures pool as needed for special programs.
• Monitors safe use of pools by customers and responds to injuries that may occur in a pool environment.
• Maintains emergency preparedness in the pool facility.
• Supervises and schedules Lifeguards and Water Attendant Staff.
• Maintenance and use of the vehicle for occasional meetings and bank visits.
• Prioritizing the health, safety, and company service standards for all our external and internal customers.
• Organizes and conducts pool meetings and in-service sessions as required, and arranges pavilion and tent rentals utilizing on-site technology while coordinating the setup for the events.
• May perform other essential job functions specific to the position and department assignment.
*Flexible availability is needed from May 2026 to September 2026. *
*The work schedule varies and includes mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. *
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent and One (1) year experience in overseeing aquatic or pool operations in a leadership role.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Related degree or certification in Parks and Recreation, Environmental Education, and/or Natural Resources.
• American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification.