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Lifeguard
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$15.00 - $16.00 Hourly
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Recreation Specialist II (Less than Half Time)
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$18.07 - $21.33 Hourly
- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
- Public Health
Seasonal Painter Helper
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$17.71 - $19.29 Hourly
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
Wastewater Facilities Engineer
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$53.88 - $68.23 Annually
- Full Time
- Engineering
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
Wastewater Maintenance Coordinator
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$38.26 - $45.75 Hourly
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Public Health
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
Parks and Recreation Associate - Mobile Recreation
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$14.50 - $15.50 Hourly
- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
PSYCHIATRIC NURSE 2
- Nevada, Iowa
- State of Nevada
$79,615.44 - $119,203.92 Annually
- Full Time
- Public Health
HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER 2 - UNDERFILL
- Nevada, Iowa
- State of Nevada
$48,024.00 - $69,948.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
Comptroller
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$116,084.80 - $165,401.60 Annually
- Full Time
- Accounting and Finance
FIREFIGHTER 1 - ELKO/CARLIN
- Nevada, Iowa
- State of Nevada
$48,671.28 - $71,075.52 Annually
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
SEASONAL FIREFIGHTER 3 (ELKO/ELY/CARLIN)
- Nevada, Iowa
- State of Nevada
$48,671.28 - $71,075.52 Annually
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION AID (FALLON / HAWTHORNE / WELLINGTON / YERINGTON)
- Nevada, Iowa
- State of Nevada
$36,560.88 - $52,116.48 Annually
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION AID (FERNLEY / LOVELOCK / NIXON / SILVER SPRINGS)
- Nevada, Iowa
- State of Nevada
$36,560.88 - $52,116.48 Annually
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
SEASONAL FIREFIGHTER 3 - CARSON CITY/MINDEN/GARDNERVILLE/GENOA
- Nevada, Iowa
- State of Nevada
$48,671.28 - $71,075.52 Annually
- Full Time
- Fire and EMS
HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER 2 (BATTLE MOUNTAIN / WINNEMUCCA)
- Nevada, Iowa
- State of Nevada
$48,024.00 - $69,948.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION AID - NORTHERN NEVADA LOCATIONS
- Nevada, Iowa
- State of Nevada
$36,560.88 - $52,116.48 Annually
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
DPS OFFICER 1-NORTH
- Nevada, Iowa
- State of Nevada
$81,578.16 - $122,419.44 Annually
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Head Lifeguard - Permanent Part Time
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$16.50 - $17.50 Hourly
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Lifeguard - Permanent Less than Half Time
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$15.00 - $16.00 Hourly
- Full Time
- Public Safety
PSYCHIATRIC CASEWORKER 1 - UNDERFILL
- Nevada, Iowa
- State of Nevada
$56,563.92 - $83,185.92 Annually
- Full Time
- Public Health
Fleet Services Mechanic
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$33.66 - $38.60 Hourly
- Full Time
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Fleet Management
DPS OFFICER 2-North
- Nevada, Iowa
- State of Nevada
$85,253.04 - $128,161.44 Annually
- Full Time
- Public Safety
DPS OFFICER CADET-NORTH
- Nevada, Iowa
- State of Nevada
$76,608.72 - $114,693.84 Annually
- Full Time
- Public Safety
- Other
Swim Instructor
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$15.00 - $16.50 Hourly
- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
Bomb Technician (EOD)
- Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Military
Security & Law Enforcement (Master-at-Arms)
- Council Bluffs, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Military
Surface Warfare Officer
- Johnston, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Military
SEAL Officer
- Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Part Time
- Military
11B Infantryman - Management Training
- Denison, Iowa
- Army National Guard
- Part Time
- Military
Police Officer (Secret Service Police), $75,000 Recruitment Incentive
- Des Moines, Iowa
- The United States Secret Service
- Full Time
- Public Safety
Medical Case Manager EI (Remote)
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- Managed Care Advisors
- Full Time
- Public Health
Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver
- Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Military
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
- Sioux City, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Military
Boatswains Mate
- Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Military
Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver
- Le Mars, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$68138.078125
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Medical Support
- Newton, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$42471.136719
- Full Time
- Public Health
Naval Flight Officer
- Fort Dodge, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$134781.593750
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Aviation Electronics Technician
- Pleasant Hill, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$88116.875000
- Full Time
- Engineering
Registered Nurse
- Wapello County, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$74530.773438
- Full Time
- Public Health
Information Technology Professional (IT Support)
- Red Oak, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$74653.273438
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Nuclear Engineer
- Red Oak, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$213835.156250
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Medical Corps Officer (Physician)
- Eldridge, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$97318.046875
- Full Time
- Public Health
Medical Assistant
- Ames, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$41303.878906
- Full Time
- Public Health
Meteorologist
- Alta, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$103378.976563
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Aviation Electrician’s Mate
- Manchester, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$90330.640625
- Full Time
- Engineering
Surface Warfare Officer
- Robins, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$113404.867188
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Information Systems Technician
- Ackley, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$77712.531250
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
IT Professional
- Sergeant Bluff, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$80331.312500
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Fire Controlman
- Clear Lake, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$80705.656250
- Full Time
- Engineering
Dental Hygienist
- Newton, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$81281.335938
- Full Time
- Public Health
Navy Chaplain
- Ackley, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$101029.187500
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Advanced Electronics
- Evansdale, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$73929.125000
- Full Time
- Engineering
Boatswain’s Mate
- Bellevue, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$92945.875000
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
SEAL Officer
- Evansdale, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$91159.007813
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
- Camanche, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$82847.484375
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Electronics Technician
- Grimes, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$70904.851563
- Full Time
- Engineering
Aviation Electronics, Electrical & Computer Systems Technician
- Ackley, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$92323.500000
- Full Time
- Engineering
Computer Field Technician
- Sioux City, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$70787.828125
- Full Time
- Engineering
Pilot
- Orange City, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$142279.953125
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Security & Law Enforcement
- Creston, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$86639.210938
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Reserve Psych (Nurse Practitioner)
- Des Moines, Iowa
- United States Army
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Naval Flight Officer
- Baxter, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Boatswain’s Mate
- Urbandale, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Security & Law Enforcement
- Sergeant Bluff, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Entry-Level Customs and Border Protection Officer (GS-5/7)
- Alta, Iowa
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
$$40,332-$109,952
- Full Time
- Education and Training
Reserve Psychiatrist
- Elk Run Heights, Iowa
- United States Army
$
- 89
- Public Health
Fire Controlman
- Clear Lake, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Engineering
Reserve Social Worker
- Le Mars, Iowa
- United States Army
$
- Full Time
- Human and Social Services
Electronics Technician
- Ackley, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Engineering
Medical Support
- Blue Grass, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Registered Nurse
- Wapello County, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver
- Decorah, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Advanced Electronics
- Arnolds Park, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Engineering
Active Clinical Psychologist
- North Liberty, Iowa
- United States Army
$
- 89
- Public Health
Navy Chaplain
- Ackley, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Reserve Clinical Psychologist
- Johnston, Iowa
- United States Army
$
- 89
- Public Health
Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent
- Adel, Iowa
- U.S. Customs and Border Protections
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Medical Corps Officer (Physician)
- Iowa City, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Aviation Electronics, Electrical & Computer Systems Technician
- Ames, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Engineering
Aviation Electronics, Electrical & Computer Systems Technician
- Sergeant Bluff, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Engineering
Dental Hygienist
- Bloomfield, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
Aviation Electronics Technician
- Iowa City, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Engineering
Medical Assistant
- Fairfax, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Public Health
SEAL Officer
- Arnolds Park, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Nuclear Engineer
- Knoxville, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Information Technology Professional (IT Support)
- Johnston, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Air Interdiction Agent - Elite Pilot Opportunities with U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Boone County, Iowa
- U.S. Customs and Border Protections
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Information Systems Technician
- Belmond, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
- Ackley, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
Surface Warfare Officer
- Ackley, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Pilot
- West Burlington, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Meteorologist
- Marshalltown, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) Experienced New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- Atlantic, Iowa
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
$$61,111 - $124,443
- Full Time
- Legal Services
Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) Entry Level New Hire Sign-On and Retention Incentives
- Charles City, Iowa
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection
$$40,332-$109,952
- Full Time
- Education and Training
IT Professional
- Eagle Grove, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Information Technology and Communication Services
Air Interdiction Agent New Hire Sign-On Incentives
- Sioux City, Iowa
- U.S. Customs and Border Protections
$
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
Aviation Electrician’s Mate
- Manchester, Iowa
- U.S. Navy
$
- Full Time
- Engineering
Bomb Technician (EOD)
- Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
SEAL Officer
- Davenport, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Medical Assistant/Technician (Hospital Corpsman)
- Davenport, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
- Council Bluffs, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Aviation Operations & Support
- West Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Aviation Electronics, Electrical & Computer Systems Technician
- West Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Oceanographer/Meteorologist
- Coralville, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Security & Law Enforcement (Master-at-Arms)
- Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Boatswains Mate
- Davenport, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Information Technology Professional
- Johnston, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Nuclear Engineer
- Johnston, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Naval Flight Officer and Pilot
- Council Bluffs, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Medical Corps Officer (Physician)
- Sioux City, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Surface Warfare Officer
- West Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Dental Hygienist
- Davenport, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Chaplain
- West Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver
- Council Bluffs, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Advanced Electronics / Computer Field Technician
- West Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Registered Nurse
- Johnston, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military

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Lifeguard
- Des Moines, Iowa United States
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
- May 22, 2026
- $15.00 - $16.00 Hourly - Full Time
City of Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines is the capital city and is the commercial, financial, transportation, and governmental hub of Iowa. Extending over 80 square miles, Des Moines is home to over 212,000 people and the central city of a metropolitan area of approximately 634,000. Des Moines is a vibrant city, intersected by the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers. Des Moines is a city with many cultural amenities, ease of commuting, Iowa State government, three higher education institutions, good schools, ample shopping, affordable housing, fine dining, great health care, and a stable high-performing local government. It also is the home of the Iowa State Fair and is the host to countless conventions, trade shows, and sporting and entertainment events each year.
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- $15.00 - $16.00 Hourly
- Full Time
- May 22, 2026
Job Description
Distinguishing Features of the Class

Under general supervision, to safeguard swimming pool/aquatic center
patrons in various water areas and depths of aquatic facilities, and to ensure proper use of pool area.

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-September.

Paid Training : Pools will begin to open May 24, 2026 with paid training beginning May 11, 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 15 years of age and able to secure a work permit.

Required Special Qualifications

Candidates are required to possess a valid and current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification and CPR Certification or have the ability to obtain required certifications by employment start date.
Certifications may be obtained through the American Red Cross and must be valid through September 02, 2026 .
Candidates accepting a conditional offer of employment as a Lifeguard with the City of Des Moines will be offered the opportunity to take the Lifeguard training class through the City of Des Moines (class dates TBD). The registration fee will be waived for those who work as a Lifeguard for the City of Des Moines through August 15, 2026. Those who do not work as a Lifeguard for the City of Des Moines through August 15, 2026 will be required to pay a pro-rated amount for the certification training. Alternatively, lifeguard classes are offered year round throughout the community.
Requires satisfactory criminal, sex offender and if applicable driving record background checks.
Passing 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 and/or First Aid, please attach these to your application. Candidates are required to possess a valid and current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification or have the ability to obtain the required certifications by employment start date. Lifeguard Training and CPR certifications 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 are required prior to hire.

ONLY U.S. CITIZENS AND LEGAL ALIENS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR HIRE. AA/EOE

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

Enforces all rules and regulations regarding public health and safety;
Warns patrons against hazardous practices and instructs patrons on facility rules;
Assists persons in distress by applying lifeguarding techniques and performing water rescues;
Applies First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation as needed. Maintains constant watch for accidents or potential accidents or hazards in all water areas and depths of aquatic facilities;
Possess and utilize superior customer service skills;
Assists with maintenance work on or around the aquatic facilities;
Performs cleaning duties relative to opening, operating, and closing the facilities as well as vacuuming the pool, cleaning floors, counters, restrooms, decks and landscaped areas;
Lifeguards may be required to work before or after public swimming hours for special aquatic programs or facility rentals.

This positions receives only mandatory benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 5/28/2026 4:00 PM Central
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City of Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines is the capital city and is the commercial, financial, transportation, and governmental hub of Iowa. Extending over 80 square miles, Des Moines is home to over 212,000 people and the central city of a metropolitan area of approximately 634,000. Des Moines is a vibrant city, intersected by the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers.

Des Moines is a city with many cultural amenities, ease of commuting, Iowa State government, three higher education institutions, good schools, ample shopping, affordable housing, fine dining, great health care, and a stable high-performing local government. It also is the home of the Iowa State Fair and is the host to countless conventions, trade shows, and sporting and entertainment events each year.
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- Des Moines, Iowa, United States
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Lifeguard

Recreation Specialist II (Less than Half Time)

Seasonal Painter Helper

Wastewater Facilities Engineer

Wastewater Maintenance Coordinator

Parks and Recreation Associate - Mobile Recreation

PSYCHIATRIC NURSE 2

HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER 2 - UNDERFILL

Comptroller

FIREFIGHTER 1 - ELKO/CARLIN

SEASONAL FIREFIGHTER 3 (ELKO/ELY/CARLIN)

HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION AID (FALLON / HAWTHORNE / WELLINGTON / YERINGTON)

HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION AID (FERNLEY / LOVELOCK / NIXON / SILVER SPRINGS)

SEASONAL FIREFIGHTER 3 - CARSON CITY/MINDEN/GARDNERVILLE/GENOA

HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER 2 (BATTLE MOUNTAIN / WINNEMUCCA)

HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION AID - NORTHERN NEVADA LOCATIONS

DPS OFFICER 1-NORTH

Head Lifeguard - Permanent Part Time

Lifeguard - Permanent Less than Half Time

PSYCHIATRIC CASEWORKER 1 - UNDERFILL

Fleet Services Mechanic

DPS OFFICER 2-North

DPS OFFICER CADET-NORTH

Swim Instructor

Bomb Technician (EOD)

Security & Law Enforcement (Master-at-Arms)

Surface Warfare Officer

SEAL Officer

11B Infantryman - Management Training

Police Officer (Secret Service Police), $75,000 Recruitment Incentive

Medical Case Manager EI (Remote)

Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver

Special Warfare Combat Crewman

Boatswains Mate

Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver

Medical Support

Naval Flight Officer

Aviation Electronics Technician

Registered Nurse

Information Technology Professional (IT Support)

Nuclear Engineer

Medical Corps Officer (Physician)

Medical Assistant

Meteorologist

Aviation Electrician’s Mate

Surface Warfare Officer

Information Systems Technician

IT Professional

Fire Controlman

Dental Hygienist

Navy Chaplain

Advanced Electronics

Boatswain’s Mate

SEAL Officer

Special Warfare Combat Crewman

Electronics Technician

Aviation Electronics, Electrical & Computer Systems Technician

Computer Field Technician

Pilot

Security & Law Enforcement

Reserve Psych (Nurse Practitioner)

Naval Flight Officer

Boatswain’s Mate

Security & Law Enforcement

Entry-Level Customs and Border Protection Officer (GS-5/7)

Reserve Psychiatrist

Fire Controlman

Reserve Social Worker

Electronics Technician

Medical Support

Registered Nurse

Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver

Advanced Electronics

Active Clinical Psychologist

Navy Chaplain

Reserve Clinical Psychologist

Pilot - CBP Air Interdiction Agent

Medical Corps Officer (Physician)