New PTS Lifeguard Staff 2026 at City of Santa Clarita – Santa Clarita, California

This job posting is intended for new City Lifeguard applicants only. Applicants who have previously worked for the City of Santa Clarita as a Lifeguard should apply to the PTS Returning City Lifeguard Staff 2026 posting.

The goal of the City of Santa Clarita Aquatics program is to provide safe and enjoyable aquatic experiences that are responsive to the needs of the community. This is done through various programs offered throughout the City’s eight pools. The focus of the lifeguard positions will be to effectively provide aquatic programs while maintaining a safe environment. The maximum hours worked in a week will be dependent on the season. These positions are limited to 999 hours worked in a fiscal year. New Applicants: 1. Apply no later than Saturday, February 28, 2026, by 10:00 a.m. The application must be completed prior to lifeguard testing. 2. The dates and times for swim testing are provided below so applicants can plan their availability accordingly. 3. Complete the mandatory swim test (consisting of a 400-yard swim with a time under 8 minutes) on one of the following days: Date/Time/Location/Activity Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Tryouts and Interviews Tuesday, February 10, 2026, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Tryouts Wednesday, February 18, 2026, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Interviews Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Tryouts and Interviews Tuesday, February 24, 2026, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Tryouts Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Interviews Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center for Tryouts and Interviews ALL CANDIDATES UNDER THE AGE OF 18 MUST HAVE A PARENT/GUARDIAN WITH THEM DURING THE SWIM TEST. Lifeguard testing will take place at the Santa Clarita Aquatic Center, 20850 Centre Pointe Parkway. If you have any questions, please contact Aquatic Center staff at (661) 250-3740. Lap swim is open to the public for lifeguard candidates who wish to practice before tryouts. Learn more at Lap Swim - Aquatics (santaclarita.gov)

Upon successful completion of the swim test and formal interview, qualifying applicants will be invited to the Lifeguard Candidate Academy. The Lifeguard Candidate Academy is an 80-hour lifeguard training school, which will take place from the end of March through early April. Participation in the Lifeguard Candidate Academy is not a guarantee of employment.

Lifeguard Candidate - $16.90/hour Applicants who successfully complete the swim test and formal interview and are attending the Lifeguard Candidate Academy will be considered “Lifeguard Candidates.” Lifeguard candidates will receive compensation for the hours spent training at the Lifeguard Candidate Academy. Education/Experience for Lifeguard Candidate: • Must be at least 16 years old by June 1, 2026 • Six months of experience working with youth is highly desirable Candidates who successfully complete all aspects of the Lifeguard Academy may be offered employment as a Lifeguard I at the end of the Lifeguard Candidate Academy. Participation in the Lifeguard Candidate Academy is not a guarantee of employment as a Lifeguard I.

Lifeguard I - $19.68 – $20.27/hour Duties and Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: • Practices preventative lifeguarding • Understands and enforces pool rules and City policies • Inspects the pool facility and equipment on a routine basis • Maintains a clean and safe work environment • Ensures safety on-site and follows established emergency procedures • Assists with coaching youth team programs, as assigned • Assists with programs and special events, as assigned • Attends all trainings • Uses City registration software to assist in registering aquatic program participants • Maintains records of assigned programs • Operates cash register to accept payments for drop-in programs • Organizes first aid equipment • Performs pool chemical readings as needed and records on paper log • Provides excellent customer service in person and by phone • Records attendance • Reports issues to management staff • Teaches American Red Cross (A.R.C.) swimming lessons, if certified Education/Experience for Lifeguard I: • Must be at least 16 years old • High school diploma or GED equivalent and/or some completion of college courses is desirable • Must successfully pass the City lifeguard swim test and the City Lifeguard Candidate Academy • Must pass City lifeguard swim test annually • Six months of experience working with youth is desirable Certificates and Licenses for Lifeguard I: • Certification in A.R.C. Lifeguarding, First Aid, Adult and Pediatric CPR, and AED will be provided

Lifeguard II - $21.00 – $21.63/hour In addition to Lifeguard I duties, knowledge, abilities, and certification requirements, the Lifeguard II position may include, but is not limited to: • Teaches swimming lessons according to A.R.C. standards • Assists with maintaining balanced water chemistry • Operates automatic and manual vacuum • Pressure washing assigned areas • Aerates the pool, as needed • Operates pool mechanical system, as needed Education/Experience for Lifeguard II: • Must be at least 18 years old • High school diploma or GED equivalent and/or some completion of college courses is desirable • One year of experience working with youth is desirable Certificate and Licenses for Lifeguard II: • Certified as an A.R.C. Water Safety Instructor

Knowledge and Abilities for all Lifeguard positions: • Ability to work flexible hours, including weekdays, weekends, nights, and holidays, as needed • Ability to lift, drag, push, and/or carry at least 25 lbs. • Ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and positively, both orally and in writing • Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks in an effective and timely manner, for self and others • Creative problem solver; quick learner • Strong customer service skills and the ability to effectively respond to and address public questions • Strong work ethic and the ability to work autonomously and within a collaborative team • Ability to demonstrate a high level of ethics, integrity, and professionalism • Ability to make mature decisions in difficult situations • Ability to follow and enforce City policies as they relate to the health, behavior, and safety of others • Knowledge of and ability to apply preventative lifeguarding techniques and practices
APPLICATION DEADLINE: New Applicants: Saturday, February 28, 2026, by 11:00 a.m. An online completed City application form is required to apply for this position. All employment information must be provided on the application. Providing a resume is not a substitute for completing this section of the application. Applications left incomplete, or with a reference to attachments may be rejected. The selection process will include one or more of the following: written exam, technical knowledge assessment, writing skill assessment, and/or oral interviews that may be conducted in person and/or via video conferencing. If you require special accommodations to participate in the application/selection process, please notify Human Resources for assistance. All offers of employment with the City of Santa Clarita are made contingent upon receipt of proof of legal right to work in the United States and successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment physical which may include a drug screen and Physical Abilities Test, negative TB test on file, and Department of Justice fingerprinting. Criminal offender information will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. The City uses the E-Verify program to electronically confirm work authorization of newly hired employees. In compliance with the California law, positions working with children are required to be mandated child abuse reporters. A mandated reporter is an individual who is obligated by law to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect. As a City of Santa Clarita public employee, you may be called upon to work as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW) in the event of an emergency (in accordance with Government Code §§ 3100-3109). Before entering upon the duties of employment, all public employees, except those excluded by law, take and subscribe to an oath or affirmation set forth in the California Constitution, declaring them to be Disaster Service Workers in time of need. In addition, part-time, temporary, and seasonal (PTS) employees may be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull-Notice Program. This program authorizes the City to receive a driver record report upon enrollment and during employment. This is not a designated Retired Annuitant position. If you are a California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) retiree, you may be required to reinstate into CalPERS. PTS workers are at-will. Generally, PTS employees are limited to no more than 999 hours. The City of Santa Clarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer