Lifeguard

Make waves at 7,000 feet—join Team Flagstaff and spend your summer saving lives, soaking up mountain views, and being the hero every pool day needs by applying to the Lifeguard role at the Aquaplex!

The City of Flagstaff is currently hiring multiple candidates for this position. This job involves delivering excellent customer service while ensuring the safety of patrons by monitoring pool activities and performing rescues and life‑saving procedures as needed. Responsibilities include maintaining pool and equipment safety, logging pool chemicals, and cleaning pool and locker room areas. The role may also include teaching water safety classes, assisting with aquatics events, completing related duties, maintaining regular attendance, and communicating availability changes to a supervisor.

By applying to this position, you are opening yourself to the opportunity to work in a critical division program and make a significant impact on the community we serve.

Please note:
This is a part‑time, temporary role that does not qualify for benefits.

• Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Monitors the activities of patrons in the pool area.
• Performs rescue and life‑saving techniques.
• Monitors the condition of the swimming pool and ensures that the facility and equipment is safe and usable.
• Regularly logs pool chemicals as directed.
• May clean the pool, deck, and locker room areas according to standards set by management. Includes contact with household chemicals and pool testing kits.
• May demonstrate, teach, and lead American Red Cross Water Safety classes.
• Assists with planning and implementing Aquatics special events.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.
• Actively communicates with Supervisor regarding changes in availability.

To review the full job description, please :
Lifeguard - Temporary Job Description

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certificate AND Current American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certificates or ability to obtain within 30 days (the City of Flagstaff can facilitate with a 3 day training post‑hire).
• Current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certificate, or be willing to obtain certification within 6 months of employment.
• Due to safety sensitive nature of this position, pre‑employment or pre‑placement alcohol, drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policies and procedures.

• Some experience as a Lifeguard.
• Some experience teaching swimming at all levels (beginner to advanced) and age groups.
• Competitive swimming experience.
• Some experience with adaptive aquatics.

• Ability to work split shifts, weekdays, weekends, early mornings, and/or evenings as assigned.
• Fingerprint clearance if over 18 years of age.

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and positive work environment. We offer competitive pay and the chance to work with a committed team making a difference in our community. Located in the beautiful mountain town of Flagstaff, AZ, you’ll enjoy a unique quality of life with outdoor recreation, stunning scenery and a welcoming community.

The City of Flagstaff is looking for team members who are passionate about community, innovation, and quality of life. Come be a part of this cool community and see why the City of Flagstaff is a great place to work!