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Mark Richardson is a multimedia journalist, editor and writer who has worked in digital, print and broadcast media for three decades. He is a nationally recognized editor and reporter who has covered government, politics and the environment. A journalism graduate from the University of Texas at Austin, he was recently awarded a Foundation for Investigative Journalism grant and has three Associated Press Managing Editors awards for excellence in reporting.
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City hiring lifeguards for summer
Wednesday, April 15, 2015 by Mark Richardson
The Parks and Recreation Department’s Aquatics Division is looking to hire more than 750 lifeguards to staff its 50 aquatic facilities this summer. The Aquatic Administration and Training Facility is hosting three hiring days to give anyone interested in working as a lifeguard, cashier or swim instructor the opportunity to complete an application, interview and register for any required training. Pay is dependent on position and age and starts at $8 to $10.25 per hour. Prospects can apply from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the Aquatic Administration and Training Facility, 2818 San Gabriel. Other hiring sessions are planned for May 8 and May 20. For more information, call (512) 974-9332 or go here.
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