Head Lifeguard

Salary: $16.50 - $17.50 Hourly
Location : Des Moines, IA
Job Type: Temporary Full-Time
Job Number: 8472-11-2023
Department: Parks
Division: PK201261 - PK Pools
Opening Date: 11/13/2023
Closing Date: 6/14/2024 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.
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 Swimming Pool Supervisor. Positions available at the following aquatic centers and pools: Ashworth; Birdland; Nahas; Northwest and Teachout.
Positions available at the following aquatic centers and pools: Ashworth; Birdland; Nahas; Northwest and Teachout.
Application Process:Applicants deemed most qualified based on qualifications may be contacted for an interview. If you are submitting an application December - February, please know that it may be approximately 10-15 business days before you receive a response. If you are submitting an application March - July, please know that it may be approximately 5-10 business days before you receive a response.
Application Deadline: Applications are accepted until such time a sufficient number of qualified applications is received to fill the positions.
Approximate employment duration: Approximately 40 hours per week. Assigned work hours between 8:00 AM and 11:00 PM including weekends and holidays from May-September.
Paid Training: Pools will begin to open May 25, 2024 with paid training and setup beginning May 13, 2024 for staff who are cleared to work.
Note: Hiring preference is given to applicants having the ability to work consistently throughout the season.
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 , 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, 2024.
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
Were you employed by the City of Des Moines during the 2023 Summer Employment Season?

• Yes
• No

02
Please indicate your preference in pool location assignment from the choices below.

• Ashworth-Greenwood Park-101 SW 45th Street
• Birdland-300 Holcomb Ave-Across from North High School
• Nahas-1011 Porter-Near South Des Moines Library
• Northwest-50th & Madison-Near Hoover High School
• Teachout-2601 Hubbell Ave-Near K-Mart
• Gray's Lake-2101 Fleur Drive
• No Preference

03
Are you or will you be at least 18 years of age on or before May 1, 2024?

• Yes
• No

04
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
• No-I want to take my lifeguard class for FREE* and work for the City of Des Moines *(free for those who work through August 16, 2024)

05
Please list the expiration date of your Lifeguard certification (must be valid through September 02, 2024).
06
Please indicate the date you are available to begin work and your anticipated final date of work.
07
Where did you hear about this job? Please select all that apply.

• City of Des Moines website
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Job Opening Website such as Indeed, CareerBuilder, GovernmentJobs, Unemployment, etc.
• Current/Former Employee
• School
• Newspaper/Print Ad
• Radio
• Television
• Billboard
• On-site Signage
• Email
• Friend, Family, or word-of-mouth (non-Employee)
• Neighborhood Association
• City Source
• Aquatic Brochure or Program Guide
• Unemployment Office
• Other (please specify below)

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