Top 56 Lifeguard Jobs in Iowa

Adventureland Park - Deep Water Lifeguard
Adventureland Park —Altoona, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- No experience needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Flexible schedule
Lifeguard
Life Time —Urbandale, IA
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- First Aid Certification
Adventureland Park - Deep Water Lifeguard
Herschend Family Entertainment —Altoona, IA
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Flexible schedule
Adventureland Park - Deep Water Lifeguard - Rehire
Herschend Family Entertainment —Altoona, IA
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Flexible schedule
Adventureland Park - J1 Student Lifeguard
Herschend Family Entertainment —Altoona, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- No experience needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Flexible schedule
Lifeguard
King's Pointe Resort —Storm Lake, IA
- Part-time
- Background check
- Guest services
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Seasonal Lifeguard
Scott County (IA) —Davenport, IA
- $14 - $16 an hour
- Seasonal
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Outdoor work
YMCA Lifeguard
Ymca of Greater Omaha —Council Bluffs, IA
- $15.00 - $16.05 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- BLS Certification
- First Aid Certification
Quick Apply
2d
Lifeguard
City of Fairfield Iowa —Fairfield, IA
- Online Application
- In person
- Entry level
Seasonal Lifeguard
Scott County, Iowa —Davenport, IA
- $14 - $16 an hour
- Seasonal
- CPR Certification
- Writing skills
- First Aid Certification
LIFEGUARD
Sioux City Country Club —Sioux City, IA
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Quick Apply
Lifeguard - FT
GREATER ALTOONA COMMUNITY SERVICE C —Altoona, IA
- $17.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Children
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
Quick Apply
9d
Lifeguard
Genesis Health Clubs —West Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- 16+ years old
- Employee discount
Quick Apply
Lifeguard
Troon —Waterloo, IA
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
Quick Apply
Lifeguard | Wellmark YMCA
YMCA of Greater Des Moines —Des Moines, IA
- From $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Children
Quick Apply
Lifeguard - Seasonal
GREATER ALTOONA COMMUNITY SERVICE C —Altoona, IA
- From $15 an hour
- Seasonal
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
Quick Apply
Lifeguard PT
GREATER ALTOONA COMMUNITY SERVICE C —Altoona, IA
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Employee assistance program
Quick Apply
9d
Lifeguard
Charles City Family YMCA —Charles City, IA
- First Aid Certification
- Entry level
Adventureland Park - Shallow Water Lifeguard - Rehire
Herschend Family Entertainment —Altoona, IA
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- No experience needed
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Flexible schedule
Lifeguard
Bridges Bay Resort —Arnolds Park, IA
- $16 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Children
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- On-the-job training
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Adventureland Park - Deep Water Lifeguard

Adventureland Park -
Altoona, IA

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Job Details

Seasonal

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Lifeguard Training
Guest relations
Safety regulations
In-person customer service
Lifeguard Certification
Swimming rescues
Drowning response

Full Job Description

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with 49 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating® . Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality®—the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

Summer is meant for FUN in the SUN! Do you love working outside and engaging with people? Do you care about safety but also strive to deliver an amazing guest experience? If you answered yes to these questions, you might just be the perfect addition to our Aquatics Team! Prevention is the key to water safety, and aquatic Hosts provide a safe environment by enforcing park and safety rules.

Lifeguard Hosts 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.

We are currently looking for a:

Adventureland Park - Deep Water Lifeguard

Roles & Responsibilities:

Dispatch riders down water slides

Assist guests onto mats and tubes

Roam entire area of assigned pool, scan water for distressed swimmers

Maintain constant surveillance of assigned area

Maintain a sense of calm in tense, escalated or emergency situations

Perform water rescues when necessary, using appropriate techniques and equipment

Physically assist distressed swimmers to safety in both shallow and deep water

Enforce weight and height requirements

Provide first-aid to injured guests when authorized

Quickly and efficiently escalate medical emergencies to the proper authorities, when needed

Report customer and safety concerns as well as lost children to management

Protect guest belongings turn in found items to lost - and - found as soon as time permits

Clean up assigned area (including parking lots) at end of shift

Remove unwanted trash or tripping hazards from Aquatics areas

Assist in other departments as needed

All other duties assigned by leadership

Education and Experience:

No education requirements for this position

Previous work experience is not required

Must successfully complete the Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Training Program before becoming a lifeguard at Adventureland . All Lifeguard candidates will be required to obtain the Ellis Lifeguard Certification instructional handbook and pass all c ertification requirements. Swim 200 yards doing front crawl or breaststroke Retrieve 10-lb brick from 6 ft of water and tread water without arms for 2 minutes)

Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Requirements:

Must be at least 16 years of age to comply with Iowa Child Labor Laws

Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Demonstrate d ability to successfully perform all swim tests, water rescues , assists

Ability to comply with all uniform policies

Must possess safety-oriented mindset and understand the importance of complying with all Federal, State, and local regulations regarding aquatics safety standards

Must demonstrate a willingness to learn and ability to follow instructions

Must be guest-focused and work well with other Host s and supervisors

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In certain cases, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.

Ability to swim 200 yards using front crawl/freestyle or breaststroke

Ability to retrieve a 10-pound brick from at least 6 or more feet of water

Ability to tread water for 2 minutes without the use of arms

Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time

Ability to swim, wade, and stand (sometimes in moderate currents)

Ability to frequently kneel, stoop, bend, squat, twist or reach above shoulder -level

Ability to use hands to grasp, finger, handle, or feel

Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Ability to aid and physically move guests of varying heights and weights

Vision Requirements:

Must possess 20/25 correct vision (corrective lens, if required , must be worn while on duty)

Specific vision abilities are required for this job, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Ability to see differences between colors and brightness

Ability to see details of objects that are more than a few feet away

Working Conditions:

Constant exposure to outdoor (or indoor) aquatics environments

Constant exposure to variable outside (or indoor) temperatures , including high heat, direct sun, cold, humidity, dust, rain, and other weather conditions

Regularly subjected to water and pool chemicals

Subject to frequent interruptions and requests that may require reprioritization of activities

Team member benefits:

Working at Adventureland is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As a Adventureland employee, you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a cook that serves up tasty treats and culinary delights, a lifeguard who soaks up the sun while keeping guests safe, or a ride operator that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights!

Adventureland Perks & Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments

Free admission to Adventureland and selec t parks on your days off

Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season

We’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Adventureland . Apply today!

Do not miss the chance to spark your career now!

Work Location: In person

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