Swimming Pool Supervisor

Under direction, to manage a Swimming Pool; and to do related work as
required.
Positions are 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-August.

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. 

• Must be at least 18 years old; 
• Prior Lifeguard or Swimming Instructor experience preferred. 

• Possession of a valid driver's license is 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 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 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.
• Requires satisfactory criminal, sex offender and driving record background checks.
• Passing of a pre-employment physical and drug screen is required prior to employment.

• 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.
• Recognizes emergency situations and reacts appropriately in a quick and calm manner.
• Assists persons in distress by application of safety techniques, resuscitation and First Aid administration.
• Supervises the cleaning of the pool and bath house and the operations of the locker rooms.
• Requisitions operating supplies.
• Performs water quality tests, records results and report any water clarity problems and/or alarms to maintenance.
• Confirms lifeguard, head lifeguard, and cashier staff time sheets weekly.  Responsible for daily cash deposits off-site.
• Attend required in-service training throughout employment.
• Maintains personal health, fitness and endurance.
• Performs related work as required.