Become a lifeguard

Become a Scottsdale Lifeguard

Why lifeguarding?

Lifeguarding is a fun and serious job!
You'll gain rewarding and beneficial experience, plus every day brings new adventures.
Learn money management, build self-confidence and a sense of responsibility, and impart basic work skills such as interviewing and working with colleagues.
Flexible work schedule.
Work in your neighborhood! Scottsdale has four pools; one is near you!

'Special duty pay' during the peak summer season from May 19 - Sept. 7, 2024! Base pay will increase to:
- Lifeguard/Instructor - $16.00/hour
- Head Lifeguard - $17.50/hour
- Assistant Pool Manager - $19.00/hour
100% of the StarGuard certification class reimbursed after 90 days of employment
$200 employee Referral Bonus!
More information about incentives available in job applications.

Here is how you get hired!
Sign up for a lifeguard or swim instructor class to become certified. Certifications are through StarGuard Elite and Starfish Aquatics Institute, taught at a Scottsdale Pool. (Class fees fully reimbursed after 90 days of employment!)
Sign up for a lifeguard or swim instructor class to become certified. Certifications are through StarGuard Elite and Starfish Aquatics Institute. Obtaining certifications does not guarantee job placement. See classes available and sign up here.
Fill out an application for the City of Scottsdale.
Take a skills assessment with the city. The skills assessment formally assesses applicants on water rescue scenarios and CPR scenarios as well as an oral interview.
Note: Employment is based on skills assessments, facility needs, and applicants' availability. Obtaining certifications does not guarantee job placement.

May 19 - Sept. 7, 2024, base pay is:

Starting Sept. 8, 2024, base pay is:

Last Updated: Jun 30, 2024