Pool Concession Stand Supervisor

Distinguishing Features of the Class

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 24, 2026 with paid training and setup beginning May 13, 2026 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

• 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, 2026.
• Requires satisfactory criminal, sex offender and driving record background checks.
• Passing of a pre-employment physical and drug screen is required prior to employment.

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

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

• 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.
  
  

This positions receives only mandatory benefits.

01

Were you employed by the City of Des Moines during the 2025 Summer Employment Season?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Are you or will you be at least 18 years of age on or before May 1, 2026?

• 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
• 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 15, 2026)
  
  

04

Please list the expiration date of your Lifeguard certification (must be valid through September 02, 2026).

05

Please indicate the date you are available to begin work and your anticipated final date of work.

06

Describe your prior experience as a Lifeguard, Head Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, or Swimming Pool Supervisor including where this experience was obtained and duration. If no experience, please indicate "None".

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)
  
  

08

Please provide details on where you heard about this job.

• Required Question