What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025 Seasonal Lifeguards position at City of Ankeny Iowa?
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.
All new applicants, or returning employees, should submit an online application to the Parks and Recreation Department as soon as possible. Pre-employment drug screen required.
Please contact the Parks and Recreation office with any questions at 515-963-3570.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
All new applicants, or returning employees, should submit an online application to the Parks and Recreation Department as soon as possible. Pre-employment drug screen required.
Starting salary is $14.50/hour
Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Ankeny Aquatic Centers will be open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
Please contact the Parks and Recreation office with any questions at 515-963-3570.
- Guarding swimming areas and observing swimmers to ensure safety.
- May perform rescue duties as needed.
- Enforce all safety rules and regulations within pool facilities in accordance with department guidelines and policies.
- Assist with cleaning duties and maintenance as required.
- Must be able to work a variety of flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
- Adhere to safe work practices and procedures.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings and related activities.
- Prevent accidents through proper supervision and consistent rule enforcement.
- Respond quickly to emergencies in and out of the water.
- Report unsafe conditions to the Manager or Head Guard.
- Complete any cleaning or maintenance duties as assigned.
- Maintain a respectable appearance at all times.
- Reflect a positive and friendly attitude.
- Report any water clarity problems/or alarms to the Aquatic Center Manager.
- Must be at least 15 years old.
- Current certifications in the American Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and AED. *Training course options may be available for those interested.
- Able to take directions from Pool Manager or Head Guard.
- Able to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends as assigned.
- Effective interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution skills.
- Have and maintain acceptable background information, including criminal conviction history.
- Able to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends as assigned.
- Able to work as a team player with other staff members.
- Ability to stand, walk and kneel in the performance of assigned tasks.
- Must be sighted.
- Must be able to hear normal conversation.
- Must be able to speak clearly at normal rate conversation.
- Must keep regular and reliable attendance at work.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Outdoor setting.
- Must be adaptive to all weather conditions.
Salary : $15
