Lifeguard

Salary: $18.00 Hourly Location : Goodyear, AZ Job Type: Seasonal Job Number: FY2600619 Division: Parks & Recreation Opening Date: 01/09/2026 Closing Date: 3/23/2026 5:00 PM Arizona FLSA: Non-Exempt Job Description Summary Dive into a rewarding career as a Lifeguard! The City of Goodyear is seeking highly motivated individuals to work as lifeguards at the Goodyear Aquatic Center and Loma Linda Pool. This is a part-time position with up to 40 hours per week during the months of May - August and up to 20 hours per week during the months of September - April. At the City of Goodyear, you will be a part of an organization that values employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals that will be challenged to learn and grow in an environment that values employee development and career-building. You will thrive in a culture of innovation. We believe that successful employees are those that possess six core values: Integrity - Initiative - Empathy - Optimism - Innovation - AdaptabilityEssential Functions Lifeguards support the daily operations of the Goodyear Aquatic Center and Loma Linda Pool. Their primary responsibilities include ensuring the safety of all patrons, enforcing facility rules, providing first aid, responding to emergencies, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. Lifeguards are expected to deliver exceptional customer service, demonstrate a positive attitude, and meet the needs of patrons. Additionally, they assist in mentoring and training volunteer Junior Lifeguards. To prioritize patron safety and ensure staff are prepared to respond effectively during emergencies, all aquatics staff are required to attend ongoing in-service trainings. Requirements All applicants must: Attend the pre-class orientation and swim test on Thursday, February 26th from 5:00 - 8:00pm. Be at least 15 years old at the start of the lifeguard certification class (classes held throughout March 2026). Complete online (hybrid) portion of StarGuard class prior to class start. Obtain valid StarGuard Elite lifeguard and CPR certification. Swim 50 yards continuous with head up. Swim 50 yards continuous with a rescue tube across the chest. Tread water for 1 minute without use of hands. Retrieve a 10 lb. brick at a depth of 12 feet. Attend the mandatory new employee orientation April 15th & 16th from 4:00 - 7:00pm (at Goodyear Recreation Center). Examination Process Applicants are required to attend pre-class orientation Thursday, February 26th where they will complete the swim tests (listed above). Applicants must be registered for one of the lifeguard certification courses offered below (all classes held at Goodyear Aquatic Center): Class OfferingsDays and Times March 5th - March 8th (4:00pm-8:00pm, Thursday and Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, Saturday and Sunday) March 9th - March 12th (8:00am-3:00pm Monday-Thursday) March 16th - March 19th (8:00am-3:00pm Monday-Thursday) March 20th - March 23rd (4:00pm-8:00pm, Friday and Monday, 8:00am-5:00pm, Saturday and Sunday) Registration opens January 9th at 8:00am. To register for a lifeguard class, visit our website: All communication regarding application status and interview notifications will be sent via email- please monitor your spam/junk email for communication as it will come from a system generated source. Sick leave hours will be provided based upon hours worked. 01 Will you be at least 15 years of age by the start of the lifeguard certification course? Yes No 02 Are you 18 years of age or older? Yes No 03 Do you have prior lifeguard experience? Yes No 04 Please list any additional certification you may have. If not applicable, please leave blank. 05 I understand that all communication will be sent via email and that I must complete the online hybrid class portion prior to lifeguard classes beginning? Yes No 06 I understand that I must attend the pre-class orientation on February 26th from 5:00PM to 8:00PM at the Goodyear Aquatic Center. Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04