Senior Lifeguard & Water Safety Lead

City of Tolleson; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Tolleson is seeking qualified lifeguards to lead aquatic programs and supervise pool activities. You will perform lifeguarding, teach swim lessons, and support facility operations while ensuring safety and high-quality customer service.

Applicants must hold current lifeguard, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Water Safety Instructor/Swim Lesson Instructor certifications, plus a Fingerprint Clearance Card, with ongoing certification maintenance expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Current Red Cross and/or StarGuard Lifeguard Elite certification required at time of hire.
• CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid certifications required at hire.
• Swim Lesson Instructor/Water Safety Instructor or equivalent certification required.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card required; maintain certifications throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor aquatic activities, recognize hazards, and prevent accidents.
• Perform water rescues and respond calmly during emergencies.
• Teach swim lessons and water-safety skills to participants of varying abilities.
• Provide guidance and work direction to lifeguards and program participants.
• Support staff assignments, lifeguard coverage, in-service training, and daily facility operations.
• Provide professional customer service and enforce rules tactfully and consistently.
• Complete reports, maintain records, and handle fees as assigned.

Skills

Monitoring aquatic activities

Emergency response

Teaching swim lessons

Guiding lifeguards

Staff coordination

Customer service

Reporting & records

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Lifeguard certification

CPR/AED (Professional Rescuer)

First Aid certification

Water Safety Instructor/Swim Lesson Instructor

Fingerprint Clearance Card

Tools

Office software

Job description

City of Tolleson is seeking qualified lifeguards to lead aquatic programs and supervise pool activities. You will perform lifeguarding, teach swim lessons, and support facility operations while ensuring safety and high-quality customer service.

Applicants must hold current lifeguard, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Water Safety Instructor/Swim Lesson Instructor certifications, plus a Fingerprint Clearance Card, with ongoing certification maintenance expected.