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Pool Facility Maintenance - Seasonal Park and Recreation Associate
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$14.50 - $15.50 Hourly
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Parks and Recreation
Seasonal Recreation Specialist - Summer Camp
- Des Moines, Iowa
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
$15.75 - $16.75 Hourly
- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
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
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
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
Remote Paramedical Examiner - Up to $50/hr
- Ames, Iowa
- APPS Paramedical
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Remote Paramedical Examiner - Flexible Contract
- Waverly, Iowa
- APPS Paramedical
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Security Officer - Badge Driver - Part Time
- Amana, Iowa
- Allied Universal Security Services
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Cargo Loss Prevention Analyst
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- CS Recruiting
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Surveillance Agent
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Marshall Investigative Group
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Banana Ball Event Security
- Iowa City, Iowa
- Best Crowd Management
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Security Officer - PT & FT available
- Marshalltown, Iowa
- Inter-con Security
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Security Officer - PT & FT available
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Inter-con Security
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Security Officer - PT & FT available
- Council Bluffs, Iowa
- Inter-con Security
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Security Engineer with Cloud Operations - 100% Remote (13)
- all cities, Iowa
- The Dignify Solutions, LLC
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Correctional Officer
- Fort Madison, Iowa
- State of Iowa
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Security Officer Lobby Desk
- Orange City, Iowa
- Allied Universal Security Services
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus
- Preston, Iowa
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Security Officer - PT & FT available
- Urbandale, Iowa
- Inter-con Security
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus
- Long Grove, Iowa
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Security Officer - PT & FT available
- Davenport, Iowa
- Inter-con Security
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
SSHO and Safety Professionals EM 385 1 1
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Elite Recruiting & Consulting Services
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Security Officer Part Time Patrol Coverage
- Council Bluffs, Iowa
- Allied Universal Security Services
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus
- Low Moor, Iowa
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Security Officer - PT & FT available
- Waterloo, Iowa
- Inter-con Security
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Instructor - CHS & Surveillance Operations
- Harpers Ferry, Iowa
- Chenega Corporation
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Security Officer - PT & FT available
- Ankeny, Iowa
- Inter-con Security
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Security Officer-Full-Time(Bettendorf) 1st Shift
- Bettendorf, Iowa
- Caesars Entertainment
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Security Officer - Access Driver - Weekends
- Amana, Iowa
- Allied Universal Security Services
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
SECURITY GUARD- 2ND SHIFT
- Ottumwa, Iowa
- JBS USA Holdings
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus
- Welton, Iowa
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Experienced Loss Control Consultant - Remote
- West Des Moines, Iowa
- Auto-Owners Insurance
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus
- Le Claire, Iowa
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Security Officer - PT & FT available
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- Inter-con Security
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Security Officer - PT & FT available
- West Des Moines, Iowa
- Inter-con Security
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus
- Goose Lake, Iowa
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Security Officer Flex Part Time Patrol
- Ankeny, Iowa
- Allied Universal Security Services
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Part-Time Security Event Staff - Iowa Speedway
- Newton, Iowa
- NASCAR
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus
- De Witt, Iowa
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus
- Bellevue, Iowa
- Federal Bureau of Prisons
- Full Time
- Federal Government
Security Officer - PT & FT available
- Iowa City, Iowa
- Inter-con Security
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
Security Officer - Patrol Driver - Full Time
- Waterloo, Iowa
- Allied Universal Security Services
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Other
11B Infantryman - Management Training
- Iowa City, Iowa
- Army National Guard
- Part Time
- Military
Security Officer
- Clinton, Iowa
- Wild Rose Entertainment
- Full Time
- Public Safety
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
Medical Assistant/Technician (Hospital Corpsman)
- Davenport, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Bomb Technician (EOD)
- Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
SEAL Officer
- Davenport, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Aviation Operations & Support
- Johnston, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Special Warfare Combat Crewman
- Council Bluffs, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Dental Hygienist
- Davenport, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Medical Corps Officer (Physician)
- Johnston, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Registered Nurse
- Johnston, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Chaplain
- Davenport, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Aviation Electronics, Electrical & Computer Systems Technician
- Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Security & Law Enforcement (Master-at-Arms)
- Des Moines, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Oceanographer/Meteorologist
- Coralville, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Boatswains Mate
- Davenport, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Naval Flight Officer and Pilot
- Council Bluffs, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military
Nuclear Engineer
- Johnston, 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
Surface Warfare Officer
- Coralville, Iowa
- US Navy
- Full Time
- Federal Government
- Military

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Pool Facility Maintenance - Seasonal Park and Recreation Associate
- Des Moines, Iowa United States
- City of Des Moines, Iowa
- May 29, 2026
- $14.50 - $15.50 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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- $14.50 - $15.50 Hourly
- Full Time
- May 29, 2026
Job Description
Distinguishing Features of the Class

Under general supervision, assists patrons, assists staff with the facilitation of scheduled programs and events including set-ups, tear downs, monitoring patron activity and general maintenance duties; and performs related work as required .

Note: Work assignment will be at a specific aquatic facility and will include assisting in the operational maintenance activities such as power washing, cleaning, grounds care and other seasonal activities including assisting in preparing the facility for opening for the season and closing up the facility after the season.

Associates will work a flexible, 5-day work week with assigned work hours between 5:00AM and 3:00PM, including holidays and one weekend day per week.

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 from May to September including holidays and one weekend day per week.

Additional Note : The listed pay rate begins with the 2026 summer season.

Acceptable Experience and Training

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Previous experience working with the general public is preferred.

Required Special Qualifications

Possession of an applicable valid driver’s license is required where assigned duties require driving responsibilities.

Requires satisfactory criminal, sex offender and if applicable, driving record background checks.

Only U.S. Citizens and Legal Aliens are eligible for hire.

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

Collects various fees from patrons and makes change;
Provides assistance to patrons;
Directs parking and pedestrian traffic;
May need to place signage providing directional information;
Assists in monitoring events, scheduled programming and overseeing patron activity; and alerts supervisor of any problems that arise;
Picks-up loose trash and/or debris and disposes in waste receptacles;
Prepares and maintains various park and recreational facilities and venues hosting scheduled programming, events and patron participation;
Event related preparedness may include but not limited to opening and closing facilities; set-ups; tear downs; shoveling and blowing snow; supplying restrooms; decorating; pulling weeds and mopping and/or sweeping floors;
Assists with concessions including operating cash register and serving food as needed.;
May need to guard vendor property as needed in preparation of a scheduled event or program;
May oversee the activities of a group of participants within a scheduled program to ensure completeness of assigned tasks.

This positions receives only mandatory benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 5/29/2026 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.
City of Des Moines, Iowa
- Des Moines, Iowa, United States
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Pool Facility Maintenance - Seasonal Park and Recreation Associate

Seasonal Recreation Specialist - Summer Camp

Lifeguard

Recreation Specialist II (Less than Half Time)

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

DPS OFFICER 2-North

DPS OFFICER CADET-NORTH

Remote Paramedical Examiner - Up to $50/hr

Remote Paramedical Examiner - Flexible Contract

Security Officer - Badge Driver - Part Time

Cargo Loss Prevention Analyst

Surveillance Agent

Banana Ball Event Security

Security Officer - PT & FT available

Security Officer - PT & FT available

Security Officer - PT & FT available

Security Engineer with Cloud Operations - 100% Remote (13)

Correctional Officer

Security Officer Lobby Desk

Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus

Security Officer - PT & FT available

Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus

Security Officer - PT & FT available

SSHO and Safety Professionals EM 385 1 1

Security Officer Part Time Patrol Coverage

Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus

Security Officer - PT & FT available

Instructor - CHS & Surveillance Operations

Security Officer - PT & FT available

Security Officer-Full-Time(Bettendorf) 1st Shift

Security Officer - Access Driver - Weekends

SECURITY GUARD- 2ND SHIFT

Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus

Experienced Loss Control Consultant - Remote

Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus

Security Officer - PT & FT available

Security Officer - PT & FT available

Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus

Security Officer Flex Part Time Patrol

Part-Time Security Event Staff - Iowa Speedway

Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus

Correctional Officer - Up to $49,000 Sign-on Bonus

Security Officer - PT & FT available

Security Officer - Patrol Driver - Full Time

11B Infantryman - Management Training

Security Officer

Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver

Special Warfare Combat Crewman

Medical Assistant/Technician (Hospital Corpsman)

Bomb Technician (EOD)

SEAL Officer

Aviation Operations & Support

Special Warfare Combat Crewman

Dental Hygienist

Medical Corps Officer (Physician)

Registered Nurse

Chaplain

Aviation Electronics, Electrical & Computer Systems Technician

Security & Law Enforcement (Master-at-Arms)

Oceanographer/Meteorologist

Boatswains Mate

Naval Flight Officer and Pilot

Nuclear Engineer

Aircrew Rescue Swimmer & Navy Diver

Advanced Electronics / Computer Field Technician