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Head Lifeguard - Permanent Part Time

Part-time

City of Des Moines

Des Moines, IAPart-time$16.5–17.5/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago
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Compensation
$16.5–17.5/hr
Location
Des Moines, IA
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training And CPR Certification

Job overview

City of Des Moines is hiring a Head Lifeguard - Permanent Part Time. The Head Lifeguard safeguards swimming pool patrons, ensures proper use of facilities, assigns and maintains lifeguard schedules, and assumes pool responsibility in the absence of the Recreation Program Supervisor. This permanent part-time position involves year-round work at the Reichardt Community Recreation Center and various outdoor pools during the summer.

Key focus areas include Performs all duties of the Lifeguard position, Maintains constant watch for accidents or potential accidents at a swimming pool, and Enforces rules governing the conduct of persons at a swimming pool.

Successful candidates bring Must Be 18+, Valid Driver's License Or Equivalent Mobility, and American Red Cross Lifeguard Training And CPR Certification. Important skills include Customer Service.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer Service

Qualifications

Must Be 18+Valid Driver's License or Equivalent MobilityAmerican Red Cross Lifeguard Training and CPR CertificationSatisfactory Criminal Background CheckSatisfactory Sex Offender Background CheckSatisfactory Driving Record Background CheckUS Citizen or Legal AlienPrior Lifeguard or Swimming Instructor ExperienceAED CertificationFirst Aid Certification

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Head Lifeguard - Permanent Part Time

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Head Lifeguard - Permanent Part Time

Salary

$16.50 - $17.50 Hourly

Location

Des Moines, IA

Job Type

Regular Half-Time

Job Number

8472.2.2026

Department

Parks

Division

PK201261 - PK Pools

Opening Date

02/04/2026

Closing Date

8/31/2026 4:00 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Non

Occupational Group

Non-Civil Service

Location of Vacancy

Parks and Recreation

Recruitment

Entrance

Selection Method

Applicants deemed most qualified based on qualifications may be contacted for an interview. Qualified applicants who need a reasonable accommodation must inform this office at (515) 283-4213 or TTY at Iowa Relay at 711 or 1-800-735-2942 at the time of application.

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General Statement of Duties

Under general supervision to safeguard swimming pool patrons, to insure proper use of pool facilities, to assign lifeguards and maintain lifeguard schedules, and to assume pool responsibility in the absence of the Recreation Program Supervisor.

This is a Permanent Part Time position (20 - 29 hours a week) and will be all year round at the Reichardt Community Recreation Center and various outdoor pools in the summer.

Acceptable Experience and Training

Must be at least 18 years old.

Prior Lifeguard or Swimming Instructor experience preferred.

Required Special Qualifications

Valid driver's license or equivalent mobility required.

  • If possess an out-of-state Driver's License, submittal of driving records is required. Please submit to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department; electronically to [email protected], by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317 at the time of application.

Candidates are to required to possess a valid and current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and CPR Certification or have the ability to obtain required certifications by employment date.

Certifications may be obtained through the American Red Cross and must be valid through September 02, 2026.

If you have current certifications such as American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, CPR, AED and/or First Aid, please attach these to your application.

Requires satisfactory criminal, sex offender and driving record background checks.

ONLY U.S. CITIZENS AND LEGAL ALIENS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR HIRE. AA/EOE

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

  • Performs all duties of the Lifeguard position;

  • Maintains constant watch for accidents or potential accidents at a swimming pool;

  • Enforces rules governing the conduct of persons at a swimming pool, warning patrons against hazardous practices;

  • Possess and utilize superior customer services skills;

  • Assists persons in distress by application of safety techniques, resuscitation and First Aid administration;

  • Assists with maintenance work on or around the swimming pool;

  • Assumes responsibility of assigning daily tasks to the guard staff;

  • Assumes managerial tasks in the absence of the manager;

  • Performs related work as required.

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