Employment
Open Positions
Head Lifeguard
Parks & Recreation
Part-Time Hourly
The Parks & Tourism Department is hiring for multiple positions of Head Lifeguard for the spring/summer of 2025. Lifeguards are a part-time hourly position with a hiring pay rate of $14.50 – $15.50/hour with an opportunity for higher pay based on experience. Primary responsibility is to maintain swimmer safety, monitor water conditions and guest behavior to safeguard and protect the pool patrons. Responsibilities also include general maintenance work to assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment. Provides general supervision of lifeguards, and oversees water rescues, and safety procedures in the prevention of injuries and emergency situations at the pool facility. Work is performed under the direction of the Pool Manager.
Lifeguard
Parks & Recreation
Part-Time Hourly
The Parks & Tourism Department is hiring for multiple positions of Lifeguard for the spring/summer of 2025. Lifeguards are a part-time hourly position with a hiring pay rate of $12.50 – $13.50/hour with an opportunity for higher pay based on experience. Primary responsibility is to maintain swimmer safety, monitor water conditions and guest behavior to safeguard and protect the pool patrons. Responsibilities also include general maintenance work to assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment. Work is performed under the direction of the Head Lifeguard and Pool Manager.
Park Aide
Parks & Tourism
Part-Time or Seasonal Full-Time
We’re hiring a Park Aide! This role serves as the entry level position to the Parks & Recreation industry. Unlike most other Parks/Rec employers, this position will support our Spelunking Adventure Tours and Subterranean Sound concert series, among other things! So, if you’re looking for a part-time weekend job that gets you underground for music and adventure, look no further.
Park Ranger I
Parks & Recreation
Part-Time, Seasonal
The Parks & Tourism Department is hiring for the position Park Ranger I. Park Ranger I are a part-time hourly position or seasonally full-time hourly position with a hiring pay rate of $16.00/hour plus gratuity. Primary responsibilities are to assist in the operations of Grand Caverns Park and in the execution of interpretive programing. Park Ranger 1 will primarily conduct tours for Grand Caverns Park caves, including Adventure/Spelunking Tours, but will also assist in park operations at Town Parks. This will include giftshop/front desk, special events, assisting park visitors and maintenance work. May serve on internal committees and advisory boards as assigned. Work is performed under the direction of the Parks Coordinator and Parks/Tourism Assistant Director.
To Apply: Resume and Cover Letter must be submitted either in an email to ashank@ci.grottoes.va.us or delivered to 5 Grand Caverns Drive, Grottoes VA, 24441. If submitting electronically, please submit Resume and Cover Letter as a pdf and put {Job Title} in the subject line of the email. The submission of a formal job application will be required if selected for an interview for town records and a background check.
Job applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until all positions are filled. Interviews, hiring, and training will likely take place in two phases throughout the spring.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status. The Town of Grottoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pool Co-Manager/ Assistant Manager
Parks
Part-Time, Seasonal
Performs intermediate support work in assisting with the supervision of the day-to-day operations and maintenance of Grand Caverns pool. Supervision is exercised over pool staff. Work is performed under the direction of the Recreation/Tourism Director.
Please view the Full Job Description for details.
Pay range $18-20 / hour
Park Aide
Parks & Tourism
Part-Time or Seasonal Full-Time
We’re hiring a Park Aide! This role serves as the entry level position to the Parks & Recreation industry. Unlike most other Parks/Rec employers, this position will support our Spelunking Adventure Tours and Subterranean Sound concert series, among other things! So, if you’re looking for a part-time weekend job that gets you underground for music and adventure, look no further.