Special Operations Instructor Jobs in Phoenix, AZ

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 Pool Managers to work full-time during the Summer Season. The Season runs from April 2026 through August 2026.

Applicants from this recruitment may also be considered for year-round positions. As a Pool Manager, you will manage operations of a City of Mesa swimming pool facility and associated aquatics programs. You will supervise staff, determine staffing levels, prepare schedules, assign personnel to duty stations, observe pool attendance, add or shift Lifeguards to ensure proper coverage, and oversee timekeeping.

Other duties include: replenishing supplies, directing training activities, checking pool chemicals, monitoring staff performance, and taking corrective action as needed. Duties also involve: teaching courses in Lifeguard training and water safety, training volunteers, maintaining records, preparing reports, directing the cleaning and maintenance of pool facilities, implementing special events and ensuring proper customer service. This position is under the general supervision of a Recreation Coordinator.

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: https://www.mesaaz.gov/Activities-Culture/Parks-Recreation-and-Community-Facilities/Pools-and-Aquatics/Aquatics-Certification-and-Employment. 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. Graduation from high school or GED.

Considerable (9 - 15 months) experience as a lifeguard and swimming instructor. Good (3 - 9 months) experience in directing activities at public swimming pools. Special Requirement.

Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date. Must possess a valid Lifeguard Certification, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer Certification, and a Swim Lesson Instructor (SLI) Certification or Water Safety Instructor (WSI) or equivalent certification by hire 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. Lifeguard Training Instructor Certificate, Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) Certificate, or Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certificate.

Bilingual in Spanish desirable. Link to Job Description https://apps.mesaaz.gov/JobDescriptions/Documents/JobDescriptions/cs3604.pdf