City of Ames, IA Jobs Hiring Now
City of Ames, IA is hiring for 15 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, concentrated in cloud & DevOps and data analytics. Migrate Mate updates City of Ames, IA's live openings daily. The City of Ames, IA is a municipal government serving the Ames, Iowa community, offering careers across public services, parks and recreation, utilities, legal, and public safety.
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City of Ames, IA hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of July 16, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 15
- Top team
- Cloud & DevOps
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Ames
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Centrally located in the heart of Iowa, Ames is a vibrant, progressive community with more than 66,000 residents providing an excellent quality of life. Home to Iowa State University, Ames offers year-round recreation opportunities, diverse cultural offerings, a stable economy, safe neighborhoods, and a high-achieving school district.
General Information
The City of Ames Parks and Recreation Department is currently accepting applications for Aquatics positions!
All Aquatic positions are directly accountable to the Aquatics Manager, Aquatics Coordinator, and/or designee, and adjunctly accountable to the Recreation Superintendent and the Director of Parks & Recreation.
This posting is open until filled.Please upload a copy of all American Red Cross Certifications that you currently hold to your application.
Examples of Essential Job Functions
LIFEGUARD:
Pay Range: $14.49-$15.37
Consistently enforce and educate patrons on all aquatic facility policies, rules, and regulations; recognize and respond quickly and effectively to all emergencies; perform surveillance and rescue techniques; administer first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or utilize AED in an emergency; inspect the facility and report any safety concerns or unsafe conditions or equipment; complete and submit required records and reports; perform routine cleaning and maintenance as assigned; participate in regular in-service training sessions; exercise regularly to maintain fitness level (swimming skills, strength and endurance); complete additional duties as assigned.
Successful candidates will need to successfully complete the American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course. Which includes online and classroom course work with written exam, and in-water skills consisting of: swimming 300 yards continuously without stopping (not timed), tread water for 2 minutes, timed brick retrieval (in one minute and forty seconds - enter water, swim 20 yards, retrieve a 10-pound brick from the bottom of the pool, swim 20 yards on you back with the brick, exit the pool).
SWIM INSTRUCTOR:
Pay Range: $13.95-$16.43
Teach American Red Cross swimming lessons according to standards per assigned skill level(s); ensure safety of all participants; enforce all aquatic facility polices, rules and regulations; recognize and respond to any emergency situations; evaluate and record participants skills; inspect equipment and facility conditions and report any concerns; complete and submit required reports; and participate in scheduled in-service sessions and/or training; perform routine cleaning and maintenance as assigned; complete additional duties as assigned.
Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respect and dignity for one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.
Qualifications
LIFEGUARD:
Education and Experience: Must be at least 15 years of age. Lifeguarding and/or swimming experience is recommended.
Licenses and Certifications: Current American Red Cross Deep Water Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid and AED training is required. Candidates not possessing these certificates may still apply; the city will provide certification course. Lifeguard Instructor Certification (LGI) may also be obtained after hire to qualified candidates.
SWIM INSTRUCTOR:
Education and Experience: Must be at least 14 years of age. Prior experience is preferred.
Licenses and Certifications: American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate is preferred and can be obtained after hire to qualified candidates.
Please upload a copy of all American Red Cross Certifications that you currently hold to your application.
Supplemental Information
Selection Process:
The selection process consists of an evaluation of education and experience, an interview, and completion of a criminal background check, which includes a sex offender registry check. All candidates will be notified by email of their application status.
E-Verify Process:
The City of Ames participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered a position with the City of Ames must complete Section 1 of Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity on their first day of employment. Please be prepared to provide required documents on your first day of employment. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 515-239-5199 or go to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at: http://www.uscis.gov.
NOTE: Applicants with disabilities may submit requests for ADA testing or interview accommodations to the Human Resources Department prior to the test or interview.
The City of Ames is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Human Resources Department at 515-239-5199.
Centrally located in the heart of Iowa, Ames is a vibrant, progressive community with more than 66,000 residents providing an excellent quality of life. Home to Iowa State University, Ames offers year-round recreation opportunities, diverse cultural offerings, a stable economy, safe neighborhoods, and a high-achieving school district.
General Information
The City of Ames Parks and Recreation Department is currently accepting applications for Aquatics positions!
All Aquatic positions are directly accountable to the Aquatics Manager, Aquatics Coordinator, and/or designee, and adjunctly accountable to the Recreation Superintendent and the Director of Parks & Recreation.
This posting is open until filled.Please upload a copy of all American Red Cross Certifications that you currently hold to your application.
Examples of Essential Job Functions
LIFEGUARD:
Pay Range: $14.49-$15.37
Consistently enforce and educate patrons on all aquatic facility policies, rules, and regulations; recognize and respond quickly and effectively to all emergencies; perform surveillance and rescue techniques; administer first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or utilize AED in an emergency; inspect the facility and report any safety concerns or unsafe conditions or equipment; complete and submit required records and reports; perform routine cleaning and maintenance as assigned; participate in regular in-service training sessions; exercise regularly to maintain fitness level (swimming skills, strength and endurance); complete additional duties as assigned.
Successful candidates will need to successfully complete the American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course. Which includes online and classroom course work with written exam, and in-water skills consisting of: swimming 300 yards continuously without stopping (not timed), tread water for 2 minutes, timed brick retrieval (in one minute and forty seconds - enter water, swim 20 yards, retrieve a 10-pound brick from the bottom of the pool, swim 20 yards on you back with the brick, exit the pool).
SWIM INSTRUCTOR:
Pay Range: $13.95-$16.43
Teach American Red Cross swimming lessons according to standards per assigned skill level(s); ensure safety of all participants; enforce all aquatic facility polices, rules and regulations; recognize and respond to any emergency situations; evaluate and record participants skills; inspect equipment and facility conditions and report any concerns; complete and submit required reports; and participate in scheduled in-service sessions and/or training; perform routine cleaning and maintenance as assigned; complete additional duties as assigned.
Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respect and dignity for one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.
Qualifications
LIFEGUARD:
Education and Experience: Must be at least 15 years of age. Lifeguarding and/or swimming experience is recommended.
Licenses and Certifications: Current American Red Cross Deep Water Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid and AED training is required. Candidates not possessing these certificates may still apply; the city will provide certification course. Lifeguard Instructor Certification (LGI) may also be obtained after hire to qualified candidates.
SWIM INSTRUCTOR:
Education and Experience: Must be at least 14 years of age. Prior experience is preferred.
Licenses and Certifications: American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate is preferred and can be obtained after hire to qualified candidates.
Please upload a copy of all American Red Cross Certifications that you currently hold to your application.
Supplemental Information
Selection Process:
The selection process consists of an evaluation of education and experience, an interview, and completion of a criminal background check, which includes a sex offender registry check. All candidates will be notified by email of their application status.
E-Verify Process:
The City of Ames participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered a position with the City of Ames must complete Section 1 of Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity on their first day of employment. Please be prepared to provide required documents on your first day of employment. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 515-239-5199 or go to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at: http://www.uscis.gov.
NOTE: Applicants with disabilities may submit requests for ADA testing or interview accommodations to the Human Resources Department prior to the test or interview.
The City of Ames is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Human Resources Department at 515-239-5199.
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City of Ames, IA's 15 open roles are across all levels, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are cloud & DevOps, data analytics, and program management. The City of Ames, IA is a municipal government providing a broad range of public services to residents, including parks and recreation programming, library services, animal control, utilities, legal, and infrastructure. Roles span seasonal and part-time positions in aquatics and youth sports instruction through full-time professional and engineering roles. Most City of Ames, IA roles are based in Ames.
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How many jobs is City of Ames, IA hiring for right now?
City of Ames, IA is hiring for 15 open roles on Migrate Mate as of July 16, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in cloud & DevOps and data analytics. Openings range from part-time and seasonal positions in recreation and aquatics to full-time professional and management roles across city departments.
What kinds of roles does City of Ames, IA hire for?
The most active teams are cloud & DevOps, data analytics, and program management. The City of Ames, IA hires across a wide range of functions, including parks and recreation instruction, aquatics, animal control, library services, utilities maintenance, legal, and engineering. Most postings are across all levels, covering both seasonal part-time roles and permanent full-time positions.
Are City of Ames, IA jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of City of Ames, IA's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of July 16, 2026, with the rest based in Ames. Each City of Ames, IA listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
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Does City of Ames, IA hire entry-level?
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Most City of Ames, IA roles are based in Ames, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of July 16, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.