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Lifeguard-training classes planned at Superstition Shadows Aquatic Center
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If you have a pre-teen or teenager, why not have them work at the pool this summer?
"The pool is a fun environment to work in and we have opportunities for those age 11 old and older," according to a release.
The City of Apache Junction's junior lifeguard program is designed for kids ages 11-14 who work as volunteers and gain valuable knowledge about what it takes to be a lifeguard or water safety instructor.
"They will learn important skills that can transition them into a paying job in the future," the release states.
Volunteers earn credits that can be used for any program through Apache Junction Parks and Recreation.
There are two options for junior lifeguard training this spring, March 28 or April 18. The training class is required for first-time junior lifeguards. Returning junior lifeguards do not need to take the training class again; simply go to ajcity.net/employment and fill out a junior lifeguards volunteer application.
If you are interested in teaching swim lessons and will be 16 years old by March 22, the city is offering a water safety instructor class Saturdays and Sundays, March 14-15 and 21-22. All lifeguards and water safety instructors must hold a current certification in order to be hired by the city.
Registration for these training classes can be done at ajcity.net/onlinereg or in person at 1035 N. Idaho Road in Apache Junction.
Human Resources is accepting applications for lifeguards and water safety instructors for the 2020 season. Job applications can be filled out online even before you receive a certification. Note in the “Training” section of the application that you are currently enrolled in a class. All job and volunteer applications can be found online under the “jobs/volunteer” tab on the city website at ajcity.net.
For more information on this program, contact Jill Ruot at jruot@ajcity.net or 480-474-5248.
For other program and service information, contact the Apache Junction Parks and Recreation Department at 480-983-2181 or go to ajcity.net/parks.
