Lifeguard Jobs in Des Moines, WA

1-7 of 7 Jobs

Goldfish Swim School
Shoreline, WA (20 miles from Des Moines, WA)
23 days ago

Shoreline, WA (20 miles from Des Moines, WA)
23 days ago

Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor, and/or child care provider is strongly preferred. Swimming experience preferred....

In Person

Lifeguard - Paid training, no previous experience required, catered lunches!

Goldfish Swim School
Redmond, WA (18 miles from Des Moines, WA)
23 days ago

Redmond, WA (18 miles from Des Moines, WA)
23 days ago

Education/Experience : Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider preferred....

In Person

Aquatics Lifeguard

YMCA of Greater Seattle
Shoreline, WA (20 miles from Des Moines, WA)
24 days ago

Shoreline, WA (20 miles from Des Moines, WA)
24 days ago

Overview YGS has updated their Aquatics salary schedules! We will train and certify you!...

In Person

Substitute - Lifeguard - 2025-2026

Clover Park School District
Lakewood, WA (17 miles from Des Moines, WA)
60+ days ago

Lakewood, WA (17 miles from Des Moines, WA)
60+ days ago

community aquatics program and under the direct supervision of the Facilities & Recreation Coordinator and Pool Lead....

In Person

Rhs Lifeguard

Puyallup School District
Puyallup, WA (16 miles from Des Moines, WA)
90+ days ago

Puyallup, WA (16 miles from Des Moines, WA)
90+ days ago

RHS LIFEGUARD JobID: 7075 Position Type: Swimming Pool Date Posted: 8/19/2025 Location: Rogers High School Pool Date Available: UPON HIRE Closing Date: 06/01/2026 Additional Information: Show/Hide Posting...

In Person

Lifeguard

The Bay Club Company
Issaquah, WA (15 miles from Des Moines, WA)
90+ days ago

Issaquah, WA (15 miles from Des Moines, WA)
90+ days ago

GENERAL SUMMARY Under the direction of the Director of Aquatics, the Lifeguard is responsible for supervising the pool and swimmers to ensure pool rules are followed and safety is a top priority....

In Person

Lifeguard (Seasonal)

Oki Golf
Sammamish, WA (18 miles from Des Moines, WA)
90+ days ago

Sammamish, WA (18 miles from Des Moines, WA)
90+ days ago

The Lifeguard at The Plateau Club (under the supervision of the Recreation Manager) is responsible and accountable for performing routine lifeguard surveillance involved in and/or related to guarding...

In Person Temporary

View all jobs

Demographic Data for Des Moines, WA

Moving to Des Moines, WA? Find some basic demographic data about Des Moines, WA below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Des Moines, WA

Local

National

Total Population

7,705,271

Number of Businesses

197,951

Lifeguard Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHire curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.

Lifeguarding Essentials

So many safety concerns come with water-based activities, and the intricate nature of water-related emergencies demands a proficient response. Lifeguards are often the first line of defence...

Lifeguard Training Fundamentals

Do you love to swim? Have you considered leveraging your passion for swimming to save lives? Then taking a course on lifeguarding will help you achieve your goal. Lifeguarding is a dynamic,...

Diploma in Lifeguard Training

Lifeguards keep a watchful eye on anyone who could be in danger in open water bodies or swimming pools. If an accident occurs, they contact emergency services and administer first aid as quickly...

Salary for Lifeguard Jobs in Des Moines, WA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lifeguard positions.

Highest Education Level

Lifeguards in Des Moines, WA offer the following education background

Bachelor's Degree

46.5%

High School or GED

20.4%

Master's Degree

11.6%

Associate's Degree

6.8%

Some High School

5.9%

Vocational Degree or Certification

5.2%

Some College

2.1%

Doctorate Degree

1.5%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Lifeguards in Des Moines, WA

None

50.2%

Less than 1 year

26.6%

2-4 years

15.1%

1-2 years

8.1%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Lifeguard position

In-Demand skills () are the most popular among employers according to the current jobs in our database. Last updated today!

Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills