Employment | Ridgefield Parks & Recreation

We are situated in a beautiful residential area, with easy access to a range of cultural and recreational activities. Our employees receive a complimentary membership to our expansive recreation center, access to Martin Park Beach, and discounts on most recreation programs. We also provide opportunities for professional development across all departments. To apply for Ridgefield Parks & Recreation positions, please download and complete the Town of Ridgefield Application and follow the links under each job description below to apply.

Employment Opportunities:

Full-Time Head Lifeguard

Responsible for daily operations, staff and activities of two indoor recreation pools and a seasonal freshwater pond/beach with the primary duty of lifeguarding and supervision of PT and seasonal lifeguards. 40 hours/week with typical schedule weekdays (M-F) 1:30-10:00 pm with occasional weekend shifts as needed. During the summer season, this position may be assigned to work at both the Recreation Center Pool and Martin Park Beach. Our ideal candidate is an outstanding communicator with previous supervisory experience. For the full job description, click here. Email your completed Town of Ridgefield application to personnel@ridgefieldct.gov.

Part-Time Lifeguards (ages 15+) and Water Safety Instructors (age 16+)

Immediate opening for part-time lifeguards and/or WSIs. We offer certification a few times a year at our indoor facility.For details, click here. Please email your completed T own of Ridgefield application to recaquatic@ridgefieldct.gov.

Part-Time Member Services Clerk

Join our dynamic Front Desk Team on Saturdays 9:00am - 6:00pm. UPSEU Union, 8 hours/week. For more details, click here. Please email your completed Town of Ridgefield application to personnel@ridgefieldct.gov.

Part-Time Aquatic Group Fitness Instructors

If you're passionate about fitness and love working with people, we want to hear from you. You must be Certified in one of the following: ACE, AEA, AFAA, AFPA or ASF. Please email your completed T own of Ridgefield application to recaquatic@ridgefieldct.gov.

For all other job opportunities for the Town of Ridgefield, please visit the Town Employment page.