Part-Time Temporary Trail Point Lifeguard

Des Moines Area Community College; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 22,042,000; Part time

Job summary

Des Moines Area Community College seeks a Part-Time Temporary Trail Point Lifeguard to oversee indoor pools and promote a safe aquatic environment. The role emphasizes vigilance on the pool deck, assisting with events, and enforcing safety rules to protect members.

Qualified candidates will hold lifeguard and First Aid certifications, plus CPR/AED certification, with renewal classes available. This is a part-time, temporary position at Trail Point Aquatics and Wellness, aligned with DMACC's

Qualifications

• Lifeguard and First Aid certified; renewal classes will be held.
• CPR / AED certification required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the pool deck during daily hours.
• Assist with aquatic events.
• Ensure pool safety for all members.
• Rescue swimmers in danger and administer first aid.
• Enforce all pool rules and safety rules of Trail Point Aquatics and Wellness.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

First Aid certification

CPR/AED certification

Job description

Part-Time Temporary Trail Point Lifeguard

Do you have a passion for aquatics and living a healthy way of life? We are looking for safety minded Lifeguards who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and will help to oversee our state-of-the-art indoor recreational and lap pools.

Essential Functions

• Monitor the pool deck during daily hours.
• Assist with aquatic events.
• Ensure pool safety to all members.
• Immediately rescue swimmers in danger of drowning and administer first aid.
• Take preventative measures by enforcing all pool rules posted and safety rules of Trail Point Aquatics and Wellness.

Required Qualifications

• Lifeguard and First Aid certified, renewal classes will be held.
• CPR / AED certification.

Work Schedule

To be determined.

Posting Date

07/02/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications

Open Until Filled Yes

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