Wait staff Jobs in Lincoln, NE

Salary : $16.50 - $22.00 Hourly

Location : Lincoln, NE

Job Type : Seasonal

Job Number : 202600055S

Department : Parks and Recreation Department

Division : Recreation

Opening Date : 01 / 26 / 2026

Closing Date : Continuous

Job Posting Information

Looking for a rewarding summer job where you can make a real impact? Parks and Recreation is hiring seasonal Aquatics Swim Lesson Staff to help swimmers of all ages build confidence, skills, and safety in the water at Lincoln Public Pools! If you love the water and you're ready to inspire confidence, encourage learning, and help our community stay safe in the water, apply today!

Season starts May 25 and ends August 9.

Applicants may indicate the swimming pool of their choice :

Arnold Heights 4000 N.W. 46th Street

Ballard 3901 N. 66th Street

Belmont 12th & Manatt Streets

Eden 4400 Antelope Creek Road

Highlands 5511 N.W. 12th Street

Irvingdale 1900 Van Dorn Street

Star City Shores 4375 S. 33rd Court

University Place 2000 N. 48th Street

Woods 33rd & J Streets

What You'll Be Doing

• Supervising and running swim lesson classes
• Leading organized, engaging, and effective swim lessons
• Working collaboratively with other swim lesson instructors and pool staff
• Creating a safe, encouraging, and welcoming environment for participants

What We're Looking For

Compensation and Pay : Starting at $16.50 per hour. Pay is issued by direct deposit only. Candidates must have a valid bank account registered in their name in order to receive wages.

Schedule : Lessons will be scheduled either in the morning (generally 9 : 00 a.m.-12 : 00 noon) or in the evening (6 : 00-9 : 00 p.m.). Schedule will vary by pool location. Approximately 15-20 hours per week. Monday through Saturday.

Minimum Qualifications : Must be at least 16 years of age or older prior to May 23, 2026.

Click to learn more about Lincoln Public Pools!

The Parks and Recreation department is FUNdamental to Lincoln.

Our team manages 168 parks, 185.9 miles of trails, 97 playgrounds, over 83,000 street trees, nine public pools, six recreation centers, five golf (and disc golf) courses, five dog runs, a nature center, and beautiful public gardens. Our programs include recreation summer day camps, before and after school programs, clubs and classes for individuals with special needs, adult and youth team sports, nature-based classes and events, swimming lessons, wellness and fitness classes for all ages, and a variety of free events and classes for all ages.

Temporary, on call, and seasonal positions with the City are not eligible for benefits.

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APPLICATION COMPLETION ACKNOWLEDGEMENTTo successfully complete your application, please make sure you read each statement below and check ALL boxes prior to submission.

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I understand that this is an unclassified position and not eligible for benefits.

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Will you be 16 years old or older by May 23, 2026?

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Indicate the swimming pool you want to be considered for? (Check all that apply)

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Do you have experience teaching swimming lessons?

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Do you have experience supervising and / or organizing a swim lesson program?

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Will you be available for training in May?

Required Question