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Applications can be done from a phone or computer: http://www.winklerpool.com/online-application-va.php .
Please note – lifeguard applicants must be at least 15 years of age by their first date of employment in order to be hired. The online application requires applicants to provide contact information, date of birth, position applying for, available dates, and qualifications. Be prepared to upload any certificates of training as applicable.
Interested applicants should expect to meet with Winkler supervisors at least once between April and early May to discuss hours of availability, expectations, and availability for training.
Lifeguard training, certification, and cost
Winkler Pool Management will offer a fully certified lifeguard and CPR training class at RGSTC. Tentative training dates will be either May 5th-7th or May 12th-14th. Class dates will be determined by instructor availability and the number of applicants requiring training and certification:
Basic requirements
Lifeguard applicants may source training and certification ahead of May through Fairfax County. The price may range between $200-$225. Winkler Management accepts certifications outside of their training:https://lifeguardandsafetytraining.com/LifeguardTraining/Virginia/fairfax_county
Pool Manager/Head Lifeguard and Assistant Head Lifeguard
Is your son or daughter interested in serving as the pool manager/head lifeguard? Winkler Pool Management and the RGSTC board are seeking someone who desires to serve as the manager and head lifeguard of the pool. This position offers an opportunity for increased responsibility and regular interaction with Winkler Management as well as all lifeguards. Interested applicants will attend a one on one with the Winkler Pool Manager, Mr. Chris Waters. Members of the board will assist in the interview process.
Names of recommended pool managers (or someone interested in being an assistant manager) should be e-mailed to both Rob Patrick: patrickrjr@aol.com and Operations Manager Austin Ritzman: ritzmanaustin@gmail.com. Please provide previous lifeguard experience if applicable and desire to be the head guard or an assistant manager.
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Next event: RGSTC Volunteer Clean Up Dates for 2023
In order to get ready for opening day, we would like to do two clean-up Saturdays:
March 25th & May 20th
Future emails will be sent out reminding you of these dates and asking you to volunteer a couple hours of your time to get the grounds ready for the upcoming season. Student volunteers are welcome to help out for service hours. Adult and other family members who volunteer will receive 10 concessions tickets (per family, per work day)