ScottsdaleAZ.Gov

Openings at various Aquatic Centers throughout the City

Starting Salary: 
$9.77 per hour – Lifeguard
$11.12 per hour – Instructor 
Job Posting:  8227
Opening Date: July 14, 2008   
Closing Date: October 3, 2008
Temporary, Part-Time & Part-Time Benefited

Applications will be reviewed periodically, as needed, for vacancies as they occur.  An eligibility list will be established to fill current and future vacancies as they occur.  Some positions are benefited and information pertaining to our exceptional part-time benefit package is available on our website.  For more information on our pools, locations, and hours of operation please visit this website.   If you have questions about certifications and/or job duties and responsibilities, please call the City of Scottsdale, Aquatic Program, (480) 312-6656.

Required to Apply

A complete City of Scottsdale application is required to apply. Resumes only are not accepted.

Special Requirement – A supplemental questionnaire must be completed and submitted with the completed application to be considered for this process.   Your application will only be accepted if you have included the supplemental questionnaire and completed the entire application. You must show current, original certifications if you are selected for an interview.

QUALIFICATIONS

Lifeguard: Must be a minimum of 15 years of age at the time of hire.  Must possess current Lifeguard Training / First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer certifications through the American Red Cross or other approved certification organization.  Must have the ability to act quickly and calmly in emergencies and communicate effectively with staff and public.  Must be able to lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a daily basis.  Bilingual skills are highly desirable.  Current certifications must be shown at the time of interview.
Instructor: Must be a minimum of 16 years of age at the time of hire. Must possess a current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (2004) certification or equivalent water safety instructor certification. Current Lifeguard Training/First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certifications through the American Red Cross or other approved certification organization are preferred. Must be able to work in chemically treated swimming pool water and in direct sunlight.  Must be able to lift equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a daily basis.  Bilingual skills are highly desirable. Current certifications must be shown at the time of interview.  The Parks & Recreation Department enforces dress and appearance standards related to uniform, clothing, displaying tattoos, visible pierced body parts, hair color and style.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Lifeguard - Sits in stationary lifeguard chair; walks and stands to observe swimmers in the pool and on the pool deck for accidents occurring in the water, on the deck, or on the diving equipment.  Enters chemically treated pool water to rescue persons in trouble; and participates in training and safety checks of pool equipment and pool areas.  Verbally enforces policies, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the conduct of people using the swimming pool and pool deck area.  Monitors and maintains facility cleanliness by completing daily cleaning duties. 
Instructor - Primary responsibility is to teach swimming lessons and water exercise classes, while in chemically treated pool water.  Performs administrative duties related to classes such as registration, public relations, and completes records and reports. Also performs lifeguarding duties when necessary.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications and supplements will be evaluated based on training, experience and certifications.  Top qualifying candidates may be invited to participate in a panel interview, written exercise, and practical water skills evaluation test.  Human Resources reserve the right to change this process.