Head Lifeguard

Town of Marana; Marana (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Marana is hiring Head Lifeguards for the Marana Aquatic and Recreation Center for the upcoming summer season. This temporary, at-will role supports safe, enjoyable aquatic programs with early morning and evening shifts up to 19 hours per week.

Pay starts at $18.00 per hour, with a potential $0.25 raise for returning employees up to $19.00. StarGuard Elite training is provided; interview and water screening occur Oct 26–30, 2026, and a pre-employment physical and background checks

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Leads Lifeguards in day-to-day operations and safety.
• Provides leadership and a positive role model for Lifeguards to follow.
• Supervises swimmers and enforces pool rules and safety standards.
• Assists with pool maintenance and inventory supplies.
• Provides customer service and information to patrons about aquatic programs.

Skills

Lifeguard experience

Customer service

Team leadership

Job description

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.

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 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.

Requirements

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:

• Must complete a pre-employment physical and pass a 50-pound lift test
• Must pass the Town of Marana background check
• Must pass fingerprint clearance background check.

This recruitment will close on October 12, 2026.

TOWN OF MARANA CONTACT INFORMATION

11555 West Civic Center Drive

Marana, AZ 85653

www.maranaaz.gov

ph [phone] / fx [phone]

Human Resources Staff Contact

Marie McClure / 520.382.1921 / [e-mail]

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.