Unleash your inner Hoff, Scottsdale is looking for lifeguards and here's how much it pays

There is also a $200 employee Referral Bonus.

PUBLISHED JUL 7, 2024

Scottsdale is looking for lifeguards and have increased the base pay. So be inspired by teh cast of 'Baywatch' and apply.

Scottsdale, Arizona: As temperature soar, community swimming pools have swiftly become focal points, not just to beat the heat but also to hang out and make new friends. Here is the list of pool-related activities taking place in Scottsdale. Don't miss out.

Pool Party

Dive into the fun with swimming, groove to the beats of a live DJ and enjoy a foamy, bubbly, party atmosphere at McDowell Mountain Ranch Park. Explore booths with information on Scottsdale's Parks and Recreation programs and discover more exciting activities. Bring the family, make a splash and celebrate National Park and Recreation Month.

When: 6-9pm Friday, July 19

Where: McDowell Mountain Ranch Park

Location: 15525 N. Thompson Peak Pkwy.

Cost: Free

Sunset Swim

Head down to Eldorado and enjoy a gorgeous sunset in the water.

There's very little more romantic than watching the sun set as you dip in a pool, so why miss this opportunity to do just that. On Saturday, July 20, head down to the Eldorado Aquatuc Center for a sunset swim from 6-9pm.

Where: Eldorado Aquatic Center

Location: 2301 N. Miller Road

Cost: Residents: $3 for children/$4 for adults; Non-residents: $4 for children/$6 for adults

Looks like it's a Luau

The whole family is invited down to Eldorado Aquatic Center for a fun and informative evening about water safety. Learn to do the hula, limbo and enjoy the waterpark while learning all about CPR and even a mock rescue by the aquatic staff. And what's more, the event is free.

When: 4-9.30pm Saturday, August 3

Where: Eldorado Aquatic Center

Location: 2301 N. Miller Road

Cost: Free

Wait! I don't know how to swim

Registration for August swim lessons opens at 8am Tuesday, July 23.

Worry not, because during Drowning Impact Awareness Month, Scottsdale Aquatics will be offering free swim lessons at Cactus, Eldorado and McDowell Mountain Ranch aquatic centers in August. Registration for August swim lessons opens at 8am Tuesday, July 23, for Scottsdale residents, and Thursday, July 25, for non-residents.

Scottsdale needs lifeguards

Scottsdale Aquatics, Cactus Aquatic Center will be hosting a lifeguard certification class in July. This lifeguard class will be a blended learning style, with an online and in-person component. Orientation will take place from noon–2pm Monday, July 22, and in-person training will begin the week of July 29. You can sign up here.

There will also be a 'Special duty pay' during the peak summer season till September 7, 2024. Base pay will increase to: Lifeguard/Instructor $16.00/hour, Head Lifeguard $17.50/hour, Assistant Pool Manager $19.00/hour. Also 100% of the StarGuard certification class will be reimbursed after 90 days of employment and there is a $200 employee Referral Bonus.