Lifeguard (Summer Season starting June 2026)

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. 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 Lifeguards for an exciting season working at the Marana Aquatic and Recreation Center to help ensure a safe and positive experience for 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 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:

March 1

• July 31

Fall Season:

August 1

• November 30

Winter Season:

December 1

• February 28 A start date of June 9, 2026 is anticipated.

Hiring Rate:

$17.00 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 $18.00/hour.

• 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.

Must be at least 16 years of age by the posting close date of May 3, 2026.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Selected candidates will be invited to interview for the position and complete an in-water screening. Both will occur on May 14th & May 15th (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 at 12.5 feet. Those advancing from the interview and water screening test may receive a contingent offer from the Town which will include the following requirements that must be completed no later than May 29th, 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

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. This recruitment will close on 05/03/2026 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 Corinda Gamboa / 520.382.1934 / cgamboa@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.