PLANO, Texas — As the Dallas-Fort Worth area prepares for another summer, multiple cities are looking to fill a few job positions for the season.
Plano and other North Texas cities last year had problems staffing summer parks jobs, in particular lifeguard positions. In some instances, North Texas pools had to cut back on hours and availability due to staffing shortages.
Here's what we know so far for this year:
Plano
Plano's Parks and Recreation department is inviting anyone 14 years and older to the department's Summer Hiring Event on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Interviews, drug screenings and hiring will happen on site at the Carpenter Park Recreation Center.
The P&R department wants to fill positions such as gymnastics coaches, lifeguards, concession attendants and camp counselors. The minimum age and required certificates vary with each job title.
In addition to a paycheck, the positions offer flexible schedules, paid training and certifications, and free work attire.
If you're going to the hiring event, be sure to bring the following:
- Driver's License (or a school ID if you don't have a license)
- Second form of ID (passport, birth certificate, or social security card)
- Minor Drug Test Consent Form (signed by a parent if under 18)
- A swimsuit and towel if you're looking for an aquatics position
Once you check in, you'll have a preliminary interview with the position's hiring supervisor. If you're apply for an aquatics position, you'll then take a swim test.
If you haven't filled out an application ahead of time, there will be computers available to apply.
The interviews are expected to take one or two hours. If you get an offer, it could take an additional hour and a half.
To save on time, apply before you arrive and bring all of your required documents. If you're under 18 years old, bring a parent with you or have them sign your forms before you go.
Dallas
Dallas Park and Recreation is also having a hiring fair this Saturday. It starts at 9 a.m. at the Central Library downtown.
Applications are open now for lifeguard positions as well as those for Pool Manager, Aquatic Center Manager, and Water Safety Instructor.
Arlington
The city of Arlington has started recruiting for lifeguards and they're adding some extra perks.
Starting pay for lifeguards will now start at $15 an hour and pay for cashiers will start at $10.50 an hour. That's in addition to free training and certifications as well as free uniforms and equipment
Lifeguards have to be at least 15 years old and applicants will be tested to meet other requirements.
You can look at all job openings on the Arlington website.
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