FREE LIFEGUARD PREP TRAINING COURSE AND CERTIFICATIONS (07/30/2026 Update): The grant for free lifeguard and prep training has been extended until the end of 2026. Fall training dates and times will be posted in late August. More information to come. (Grant provided by King County Parks. **Mount Rainier Pool applicants will have priority for open spots.)
Not a great swimmer! We have positions for you to work, and we will work with you to improve your swimming to pass the test!
Interested? Complete a job interest card, and a management staff member will contact you. It is that easy!
Why work with us? Lifeguarding is a great job that fits around your academic and school activities. It is also a great job in college with work-study opportunities.
Other Information! The Des Moines Pool Metropolitan Pool District (District) continually builds a high-quality workforce, fosters a positive work culture, and promotes a learning environment. Training and certifications are available to ensure the delivery of exceptional customer service to our District and surrounding communities.
The District is continually looking for committed individuals to join our team. We have many opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. All current opportunities are listed below. If you don’t see something currently of interest, you can submit an application and cover letter anytime. Your application will be kept on file for one year, and you may be contacted as positions become available.
The District is located in Des Moines, a suburb of Seattle. It is on Puget Sound and has views of the Olympics and Mount Rainier. For more information on Des Moines, click here.
Please specify the position or type of position you are interested in.
To be considered for hire, we require the following:
- Part-time Positions or Inquires: a job interest form (online) or job interest card (pdf).
- Open Full-time: an employment application and cover letter.
Please submit it to:
Rachel Loy, Aquatics Coordinator
22722 19th Avenue So.
Des Moines, WA 98198
Or email: rachel.loy@desmoinespool.org.
Below are the positions that are now available, and training/certification courses available.
Lifeguarding & Other Part-Time Positions
- Head Lifeguard (Open Continuously)
- Head Lifeguard Job Description (Updated 01/09/2025)
- Lifeguard (Open Continuously)
- Lifeguard Job Description (Updated 01/09/2025)
- Swim Instructors (Currently, hired as lifeguards)
- Aquatic Exercise Instructor
- No Positions Currently Open.
Certification and Training Opportunities (Updated 11/06/2025)
Lifeguard Training Interest List
This is not a class, but an interest list for people interested in taking the lifeguard certification course. This list does not guarantee employment.
Please be aware of the following:
- Participants must turn 15 years of age or older before the completion of the course.
- Participants must be physically able to complete the physical requirements of the position before being able to participate in the class.
- Swim 150 yards.
- Tread for 2 minutes only using your legs.
- Swim 50 more yards.
- Complete a timed event in 1 minute 40 seconds (Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. Your face may be in or out of the water. Surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound brick. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to return to the starting point holding the brick at the surface with both hands and keeping your face at or near the surface. Swimming the distance under the water is not permitted. Exit the water without using the ladder or steps.
- Participants that commit to work for the Mount Rainier Pool will be given priority for open spots in classes. (Free Training is available.)
- Participants have 48 hours from the time they are contacted for a class to confirm their participation.
- Participants that do not answer after 48 hours or are a no show for training will be removed from the interest list.
Free Certifications:
- Due to a grant from King County, the Mount Rainier Pool is offering free certifications through the end of 2026.
Future Classes:
- Trainings are scheduled for December 2026, April 2027, and two June 2027 classes. More information to come.
More Information:
- For more information, please contact Olivia Davis, Aquatics Coordinator at Olivia.davis@desmoinespool.org or 206-2745-5535 Mason Gibbs, Lead Head Lifeguard at 206.274.5554 or mason.gibbs@desmoinespool.org.
Full-Time Positions
No open positions at this time.
Board Vacancies
- There are no board vacancies at this time.
The Des Moines Metropolitan Park District does not discriminate in its employment practices or in admission to its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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Questions
If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Loy, Aquatics Coordinator at 206.274.5559 or rachel.loy@desmoinespool.org.
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Tax Deductions: As a municipal corporation, the Des Moines Pool Metropolitan Park District is a tax-exempt organization under Section 170(c) of the IRS code, and donations may qualify for a federal income tax contribution deduction under Code § 170(c)(1).