Junior Lifeguard Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $21.70 Hourly
Location : PO Box 1466, Mesa, AZ
Job Type: Seasonal
Job Number: 16829
Department: (H420)Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities
Opening Date: 01/02/2026
Closing Date: 8/27/2026 11:59 PM Arizona
Description/Duties
This classification has been designated as a non-benefited, non-classified, non-merit system, at-will position.
The City of Mesa is currently recruiting Lifeguards for the Summer Season as well as year-round opportunities. The Summer Season runs from April 2026 through August 2026. Lifeguards will work up to 40 hours per week, depending on business needs.
As a lifeguard, you will be monitoring activities at a City-operated swimming pool to prevent accidents and to rescue swimmers in danger of drowning. A Lifeguard cautions swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards, maintains order in the pool and adjoining areas, and administers first aid. Other duties include: completing reports associated with accidents and incidents, conducting water chemical/clarity checks, facility cleaning duties, removing debris from the pool and adjoining areas, and providing general pool information to patrons. A Lifeguard performs related duties as assigned.
Qualified applicants must successfully complete one skills testing. The first Skills Test will be offered on Saturday, March 21, 2026, and remaining staffing needs will be filled at a second Skills Test Saturday, April 4, 2026. Skills testing will include an assessment of various lifeguard skills, fitness level, as well as a verbal interview. In order to attend either skills test, applications must be received online by 11:59 p.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2026, and you must receive an email invitation with details of the skills testing event. Applications received after April 1st will be considered on an as-needed basis.
Additional Information: Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor certification classes are offered by the City of Mesa beginning in February. A skills test review is offered the Friday before each scheduled Skills Test. See the Mesa's Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities website for class times, locations, and registration fee information: For general registration and class information, call 480-644-7529 (PLAY).
All staff will be provided black swimsuit/shorts uniform, two lifeguard t-shirts, and a Fox 40 whistle. Visible tattoos with inappropriate lettering or images such as nudity or offensive language must be covered. Visible body piercings must be appropriate and professional.
Aquatics Incentive Information: The City of Mesa is offering reimbursement for the cost of obtaining a Water Safety Instructor Certification (up to $229 each) through the City of Mesa. Details for the specific eligibility requirements will be provided upon employment offer and must be met to receive reimbursements.
Please refer to the link below for the full job description and additional information regarding assignments, preferred qualifications, and essential functions.
Qualifications & Requirements
Employee Values: All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.
Minimum Qualifications Required. Valid Lifeguard Certification and a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer Certification by hire or promotion date.
Substance Abuse Testing. Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this classification, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement alcohol, drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy and procedures.
Preferred/Desirable Qualifications Some (3 - 6 months) experience in performing the duties of a lifeguard or junior lifeguard at a public pool is preferred. Bilingual in Spanish desirable.
Link to Job Description
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01
Are you able to work and attend trainings, starting April 2026 through August 2026?

• Yes
• No

02
How many hours per week will you be available to work between April 2026 and August 2026?

• 0 - 10 hours
• 10 - 20 hours
• 20 - 30 hours
• 30 - 40 hours

03
Please select the response below that best describes the status of your CPR certification:

• Current CPR certification obtained with Lifeguard Certification (see question #4)
• American Heart CPR certification
• Expired CPR certification
• Enrolled in a CPR Course
• No CPR certification and/or not enrolled in CPR class

04
Please select the response below that best describes the status of your Lifeguard Certification:

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification (Includes Red Cross CPR Certification)
• Current Star Guard certification (includes ASHI Starguard CPR Certification)
• Current Ellis Lifeguard certification
• Expired Lifeguard Training certification
• Enrolled in a Lifeguard Training class
• No Lifeguard Training certification and/or not enrolled in Lifeguard Training

05
How many months of experience do you have as a Lifeguard or Junior Lifeguard? Please detail this experience on your application.

• None
• Some but less than 3 months
• 3 months or more but less than 6 months
• More than 6 months

06
Are you bilingual (Spanish/English)?

• Yes
• No

07
If selected for the position, you will be required to attend mandatory training classes/meetings on the following dates: Monday, April 6th 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.Saturday, April 25th 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Saturday, May 2nd 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Saturday, May 9th 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. andSaturday, May 16th 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Do you agree to be available for all of these dates?

• Yes
• No

08
Were you referred by a City of Mesa Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities staff member? If yes, please provide their full name below. If not, please type N/A.
Required Question