Job Description
Marana is one of the fastest growing communities in Southern Arizona, located approximately 20 minutes northwest of downtown Tucson and 75 minutes southeast of Phoenix. The Town makes its decisions based on a Strategic Plan that has five focus areas: Cherished Heritage, Vibrant Community, Thriving Commerce, Healthy Lifestyles, and Proactive Public Services.
Marana's standards are high. We are an organization of excellence and have developed four Cultural Value Statements that provide the guidelines for how we work together. Our Cultural Values are: Dedicated Service, Respect, Teamwork and Engaged Innovation.
Position DescriptionThe Town of Marana is currently seeking individuals who enjoy swimming, keeping people safe, and working outdoors. The Parks and Recreation Department is hiring 50 Lifeguards and 4 Head Lifeguards for an exciting summer working at the Marana Aquatic and Recreation Center.
Lifeguard positions will consist of morning, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts both seasonally for the summer months and year-round. Applicants must commit to work the entire season and must attend orientation and training provided by the Town. StarGuard Elite Lifeguard Training and Certification will be provided, free of charge to the selected applicants, upon beginning of employment.
Starting Pay Rate:
- Lifeguard: $16/hour
- Head Lifeguard: $17/hour
- Returning Marana employees may be eligible for a $0.25/hour increase for each returning year up to a maximum pay rate of $17.00/hour for Lifeguards, and 18.00/hour for Head Lifeguards.
Lifeguards will work an average of 15 - 25 hours per week.
Examples of Duties- Greet patrons arriving at the facility
- Answer inquiries about Aquatic programming and provide information to patrons
- Practice lifeguard/rescue skills and participate in In-Service Trainings.
- Monitor the facility functions to prevent accidents and drowning incidents
- Assist with the inventory for pool/office supplies
- Maintain high standards or safety and skills
- Assist with pool custodial maintenance and assignments as needed
- Enforce all pool rules and regulations
- Lead (teach) and provide assistance with groups in Aquatic Programming and Events
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the Pool Managers and Head Lifeguards
- Must be courteous and cooperative with public at all times
- Assist supervisor in ensuring adherence to swimming pool rules, operation procedures, and reporting any possible injury or safety hazards. (Head Lifeguard)
Lifeguard:
Must be 16 years of age
Head Lifeguard:
- Must be 16 years of age
- Over 6 months of lifeguard experience
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Selected candidates will be invited to interview for the position. Those who advance from the interview step will then complete a 50lb lift test and physical, followed by a water screening test. To be considered, applicants must complete this water screen test. Passing candidates must have the ability to swim 50 yards without stopping, swim 50 yards with a rescue tube, tread water for 2 minutes without use of hands and retrieve a 10-pound dive brick from bottom of the pool.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS If you meet the minimum qualifications, submit a completed Town of Marana application which can be supplemented with a resume, cover letter, and certifications Incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates are responsible for verifying receipt of materials. Applications must be submitted by applying online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marana/. This recruitment will close on 02/03/2025. All status updates will be sent via email through the applicant tracking system after the closing date.
TOWN OF MARANA CONTACT INFORMATION
11555 West Civic Center Drive Marana, AZ 85653
www.maranaaz.gov ph (520) 382-1900 / fx (520) 382-3500
QUESTIONS
Human Resources Staff Contact
Krista Devlin / 520.382.1921 / kdevlin@maranaaz.gov
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The Town of Marana is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application/exam process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department prior to any deadlines related to this recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you would like this publication in an alternative format.