The Cedar Falls Recreation Division is hiring aquatic staff for the 2025/2026 fall/winter/spring season. Expected employment will be August 26, 2025 - May 29, 2026.  Positions vary and hourly wages will range from $11.10-15.45 based on position, qualifications, and experience. 

Expected hourly wage by position:  

Head Guards                        $13.45-15.45

Lifeguards                             $13.00-15.00

Instructors                             $13.00-15.00 (Late February – Late April)

Instructor Aides                    $11.10-11.70 (Late February – Late April)

Minimum requirements for swimming related positions: Lifeguard Certification which includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Upon a conditional offer of employment, successful completion of a post-offer, pre-employment background and drug screen will be required for all positions.

Applications are available from the Cedar Falls Recreation Center at 110 E. 13^th Street, Cedar Falls, or www.cedarfalls.com/applications Return completed applications to the Rec. Center; applications will be received until positions are filled. Questions may be directed to Mickey Devine at the above address, 319-273-8636 or mickey.devine@cedarfalls.com

Equal Opportunity Employer