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Fairfield Parks and Recreation

Fairfield's Vision & Mission:

Fairfield is a vibrant, safe, affordable and diverse community with robust commerce and thriving businesses. Our mission is to foster a sense of pride in the community, improve the lives of our residents and deliver dependable essential services through integrity, professionalism, and fiscal responsibility.

Parks Information

Today parks are more than just grass areas with playing fields and sports facilities. The parks of the new millennium are a gathering place for a wide range of people and activities.

Enjoy this unique aspect of our City and try planning your event in a park. Parks make life better!

Reservations can be made up to one year in advance. Reservations are processed at the Fairfield Community Center and must be made in person. Reservations must be made at least 10 working days in advance of your scheduled event (two weeks notice).

Reservation fees vary depending upon the capacity of the picnic site. Payment in full is due on the day the reservation is made. Checks may be made payable to the City of Fairfield. Please select a City Park from the list below for more information.

Jul 15, 2026
Part time
Lifeguard Senior (Part-Time) - Fairfield
$19.68 hourly
Fairfield Parks and Recreation Fairfield, CA
The City of Fairfield is looking for a Senior Lifeguard! The successful candidate will maintain constant watch over the City of Fairfield public swimming pool facility to enforce regulations and prevent accidents, assist swimmers in distress, and provide emergency and routine first aid. The incumbent will take the leadership role in customer service and emergency situations; oversee and motivate the Lifeguards on duty and must be ready to contribute to the department's mission to DELIVER AWESOME in the amazing work we do in Parks & Recreation as leaders of play and builders of community! Please Note: This position is represented by Fairfield Part-Time Employees’ Association (FPTEA), is part-time, year-round, non-benefited, and limited to working no more than 1,000 hours in a fiscal year (July 1-June 30). Candidates must be available to work a varied schedule   to meet program needs, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays as needed....
Jul 15, 2026
Part time
Lifeguard I/II (part-time) - Fairfield
$17.39 - $18.53 hourly
Fairfield Parks and Recreation Fairfield, CA
Do you enjoy being outdoors and helping others?  If so, the City of Fairfield invites you to join their team as a Lifeguard! The Parks and Recreation Department is looking for highly motivated and energetic individuals who would like to join the City's aquatics program located at the Aquatics Complex at Allan Witt Parks. Lifeguards create a safe and positive atmosphere for all participants as they maintain constant watch over the public swimming pool facility to enforce regulations and prevent accidents, assist swimmers in distress and provide emergency and routine first aid.  Positions in this series are flexibly staffed, below are distinguishing characteristics: Lifeguard I -  is the entry level class that allows the incumbent to develop journey level skills and abilities. Advancement to the higher level is possible after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher...
Jul 15, 2026
Part time
Facility Attendant (Part-Time) - Fairfield
$17.57 - $21.36 hourly
Fairfield Parks and Recreation Fairfield, CA
Salary $17.57 - $21.36 Hourly Location  Fairfield, CA Job Type Part-Time Job Number 2026-00014 Department PARKS & REC Opening Date 03/18/2026 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit FPTEA   Description Benefits Questions Description   Get your foot in the door! The City of Fairfield’s Parks & Recreation Department is looking for an eager to learn, motivated individual to join our dynamic team dedicated to maintaining our city’s Parks & Rec facilities. Every day brings new opportunities to make a visible difference— preparing rooms for use, keeping bathrooms and common areas clean and inviting, and ensuring...