Head Lifeguard

Head Lifeguard

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Marana Aquatics and Recreation Center, AZ

Job Type

Seasonal

Job Number

202600099

Department

Parks & Recreation

Opening Date

09/01/2026

Closing Date

10/12/2026 5:00 PM Arizona

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Town of Marana

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.

Maranas 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 Description

The Town of Marana is currently seeking individuals who enjoy swimming and working outdoors and are committed to maintaining a safe environment. The Parks and Recreation Department is hiring for Head Lifeguards for an exciting season working at the Marana Aquatic and Recreation Center, to help ensure a safe and positive experience for our visitors!

Pursuant to the Marana Town Code, Sections 3-1-2(D) and 3-1-3(B), and the current Salary Schedule implemented by the Town Manager, the position of Head Lifeguard is defined as a Temporary position. Temporary positions are at-will employees and employment that may be terminated upon the will of the employer or employee at any time with or without cause.

StarGuard Elite Lifeguard Training and Certification will be provided by the Town to the hired applicants upon beginning employment.

SCHEDULE: This position works a variable schedule based on operational needs, for up to 19 hours per week. Early mornings, late evenings, Saturday, Sunday and holiday shifts may be assigned.

DURATION: Temporary Summer season role; extension possible based on performance and business needs into next season.

• Summer Season: Early March - Early August
• Fall Season: Early August - Late November
• Winter Season: Late November - Early March

Hiring Rate: $18.00 per hour

Returning Marana employees may be eligible for a $0.25/hour increase for each returning year (12 months worked) up to a maximum pay rate of $19.00/hour.

Examples of Duties

• Leads Lifeguards in completing day to day operations and monitors Lifeguards ability to stay focused and on task.
• Provides leadership and presents a positive role model for Lifeguards to follow.
• Provides assistance in activities and aquatic programs; ensures swimmers are well supervised in the pool and on the decks; enforce all pool rules regulations and safety standards.
• Assists with pool maintenance and inventory supplies.
• Provides customer service answering inquiries for aquatic programming and providing information to patrons; Greets patrons arriving at the facility.
• Performs rescues.
• Practices lifeguard/rescue skills and participates in required in-service trainings.
• Monitors facility operations to help prevent accidents and drowning incidents.
• Assists with inventory of pool and office supplies.
• Maintains high standards of safety and professional skills.
• Assists with custodial maintenance and related assignments as needed.
• Enforces all pool rules and regulations.
• Leads and assists with groups in aquatic programming and events.
• Maintains courteous and cooperative interactions with the public at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age at time of application close date, October 12, 2026.
• Must have previous Lifeguard experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Selected candidates will be invited to interview for the position and complete an in-water screening. Both will occur Monday, October 26 - Friday, October 30 (afternoon and evening sessions will be available).
• Water Screening: 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.

Those who advance from the interview and water screening may receive a contingent offer from the Town which will include the following requirements that must be completed no later than December 4, 2026:

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the Town of Marana application form in its entirety online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marana. Providing a resume is welcome; however, it will not substitute for completing all required sections of the application. Minimum qualifications will be reviewed and evaluated based solely on the information provided in the application. Incomplete applications or applications lacking the required details may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

If you are interested in being considered for both the Lifeguard and Head Lifeguard positions, you must submit an application to each job posting.

This recruitment will close on October 12, 2026, and submitted applications will be reviewed after the closing date.

APPLICATION STATUS UPDATES

All status updates regarding your application will be sent via email. Please ensure you provide a valid email address and regularly check your inbox, including your junk or spam folders, for important notifications throughout the hiring process.

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:

Marie McClure / 520.382.1921 / mmcclure@maranaaz.gov

For technical issues with the NEOGOV site, please contact Customer Support at 1-855-524-5627.

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.

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01

Will you be at least 16 years of age by the application closing date of October 12, 2026?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have prior lifeguard experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Please describe your prior lifeguard and/or swimming experience.

04

Have you included at least 2 professional references in your application?

• Yes
• No

05

Please list any relevant certifications or experience you have.

06

Schedules will vary by program area with possible early morning, late evening, weekend, and holiday shifts, including Saturdays and Sundays. Are you available to work a variable schedule of up to approximately 19 hours per week?

• Yes
• No

07

I understand that this part-time position will have scheduled shifts on Saturdays & Sundays between 5:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

• Yes
• No

08

Please describe your weekend availability including any schedule constraints starting in December 2026.

09

Please confirm that you will be available in the afternoon or evening sometime during the week of October 26 - October 30, for interviews and in-water screenings.

• Yes
• No

10

Please confirm that you will be available for both mandatory training dates of December 21-22 and December 28-30.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Town of Marana

Address 11555 West Civic Center Drive

Marana, Arizona, 85653

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/marana