Head Lifeguard - Permanent Part Time

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.

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Distinguishing Features of the Class

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 drivers license or equivalent mobility required.

• If possess an out-of-state Drivers License, submittal of driving records is required. Please submit to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department; electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org, 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.

This positions receives only mandatory benefits.

01

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

02

I understand that this is a permanent part time position that is required to work at least 20 of hours per week.

• Yes
• No

03

Are you currently certified as a Lifeguard?

• Yes. A copy of your certification is required to verify application qualification and may be submitted to Human Resources via fax to (515) 237-1680, mail or in-person to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines IA 50317, or email to humanresources@dmgo
• No- I am signed up for a class somewhere else

04

Are you currently certified as a Lifeguard Instructor?

• Yes
• No

05

I understand that I will be expected to work some evenings and occasional weekends.

• Yes
• No

06

Please indicate the days of week and times of day you are available to work.

07

Describe any experience you may have as a lifeguard including where this experience was obtained and duration of experience. If no experience, indicate "none".

Required Question

Employer City of Des Moines

Address 1200 Locust St.

Des Moines, Iowa, 50309

Phone (515) 283-4213

Website http://www.dsm.city