Lifeguard Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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Adventureland Park - Lifeguard - J1 Student

  • Altoona, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Altoona, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 7 days ago

The Lifeguard performs lifeguard duties while following all park safety and operating procedures....

Adventureland Park - Deep Water Lifeguard

  • Altoona, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Altoona, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

Lifeguard team members are responsible for the care and safety of all guests, dispatching riders on water attractions, monitoring swimming pools, and assisting guests in and out of the water....

Adventureland Park - Shallow Water Lifeguard

  • Altoona, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Altoona, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

The Shallow Water Lifeguard performs lifeguard duties while following all park safety and operating procedures....

Summer Camp Lifeguard

  • Waukee, IA (13 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Waukee, IA (13 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Water Safety Instructor Certification preferred. Current Lifeguard/CPR Certification preferred. Valid driver's license preferred....

2025 Seasonal Lifeguards

  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Ankeny, IA (8 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

The City of Ankeny is currently seeking individuals to fill our 2025 seasonal lifeguard positions in the Aquatics Division for the Parks and Recreation Department....

Recreation Leader - Wading Pool Attendant

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 90+ days ago

Oversees activities and participants at the City wading pools. Approximate employment duration : May work up to 40 hours per week. Assigned work hours between 9:00 AM and 8:00 PM, including...

Head Lifeguard

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 90+ days ago

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...

Lifeguard

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 90+ days ago

and landscaped areas; Lifeguards may be required to work before or after public swimming hours for special aquatic programs or facility rentals....

Demographic Data for Des Moines, IA

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Salary for Lifeguard Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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Highest Education Level

Lifeguards in Des Moines, IA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.5%
High School or GED
20.6%
Master's Degree
11.6%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
Some High School
5.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Lifeguards in Des Moines, IA
None
50.2%
Less than 1 year
26.6%
2-4 years
15.1%
1-2 years
8.1%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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