Lifeguard I​/II; part-time, temporary, non-benefited

Overview

The City of Chandler Community Services Department is seeking qualified individuals for the part-time, temporary, non-benefited positions of Lifeguard I or Lifeguard II. This position serves at the discretion of the department director.

Current City of Chandler employees may not hold more than one position and are not eligible for additional part-time or secondary positions within the City of Chandler.

• Open and collaborative environment
• Dress code is business casual, with jeans on Fridays
• Accrue 1 hour of paid Statutory Sick Leave (SSL) for every 30 hours worked; eligible for use immediately following accrual; may use up to 40 hours of SSL per tax calendar year
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership
• Flexible schedule

Community Services

The Community Services Department enhances the quality of life in Chandler through a vast provision of diverse and affordable educational and recreational experiences. We create community through people, parks, and programs. From connecting people to lifelong learning through community libraries to providing at least one Neighborhood Park per square mile of residential development to make play accessible for all ages. Our employees drive every decision, every innovation, and every aspect of our department culture to make Chandler a premier community.

Recreation

The Recreation Division champions everyday experiences that encourage the community to discover, imagine, and grow. The cornerstone of every neighborhood, our innovative events, programs, and services strengthen community vitality and foster healthy, enriched lifestyles. Our employees play today for a better tomorrow.

Chandler Aquatics is seeking responsible, self-motivated, and energetic Lifeguards to join our team. We are looking for someone with the knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies, along with the knowledge and skill set to instruct our Learn-To-Swim classes ranging in age from 6 months to adults. The ideal candidate will be passionate and dedicated to water safety and the well-being of our guests and will teach participants how to swim in a fun and creative environment.

• March 13, 2025: 8:00 am
• March 20, 2025: 8:00 am
• March 24, 2025: 4:00 pm
• March 30, 2025: 4:00 pm

To sign up for lifeguard certification course offered by Chandler Aquatics, click on the link below:
Chandler Aquatics Lifeguard Certification Course

• Lifeguard I ($18.15 per hour)
  1 year of high school and no experience required; and A Star Guard Lifeguard Certification; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• Lifeguard II ($19.04 per hour)
  1 year of high school and no experience required; and A Star Guard Lifeguard Certification; and a Starfish Swim Instructor Certification within 2 months of hire or promotion; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.

• Previous Lifeguard Experience

• April 20, 22, 24 – First Day & New Employee Orientation;
  Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• April 25, 2025 – All Staff Meeting;
  Time: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
• May 14, 15, 16, 18, 19 – Pre-Season In-Service;
  Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM (May 16 session runs 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM)

The City of Chandler will conduct a pre-employment drug and alcohol test as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon acceptable results. All applicants hired will be required to be fingerprinted with successful results as a condition of continued employment.

Applicants for employment and volunteer opportunities should be aware of the City of Chandler’s policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the city’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy. Certain positions within the city are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test.

A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or volunteer opportunity. The examination process may vary if determined necessary.

The City of Chandler is committed to Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation.