Ames Parks and Recreation Department continues to seek lifeguards to staff Furman Aquatic Center for the summer season.
The department offers many avenues to apply for the lifeguard positions. Applications are accepted online at www.cityofames.org/jobs, and the department has upcoming hiring events where interested candidates can apply onsite, interview, take the in-water pre-skills, complete paperwork, and sign up for a certification course.
Upcoming Onsite Hiring Event
- Friday, May 26 | 7-8 p.m. | Furman Aquatic Center (weather dependent, site may change)
What applicants need to bring to the hiring event:
- A parent/guardian if under the age of 18 to fill out hiring paperwork
- Social security number
- Driver’s license
- Swim attire and towel
- Copies of current applicable Red Cross certifications
Lifeguard Certification classes are free of charge to those who will be working at Furman Aquatic Center. Upcoming Lifeguard Certification course is Friday, June 2, to Sunday, June 4. Participants must attend all three days.
