Pool Manager I​/II; Part-Time

Overview

Are you ready to lead a team, promote water safety, and make a lasting impact in your community?

The City of San Bernardino is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our Aquatics Division as Pool Manager I/II.

A city with deep roots, cultural diversity, and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern California's Inland Empire, San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in the region, home to more than 222,000 residents. Its history includes Native American, Mexican, and Spanish influences. The city offers access to major transit corridors, natural beauty, and diverse housing and lifestyle options.

Public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose.

The City of San Bernardino is accepting applications to establish an eligibility list for future openings in the Pool Manager series within the Aquatics Division of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department. The Pool Manager I/II is a working supervisory position. Pool Managers assist the Aquatics Supervisor in scheduling and programming swimming pool facilities, supervise swimming activities and staff, and instruct classes in fundamentals of swimming.

• Pool Manager I - $20.91 - $25.41/Hour
• Pool Manager II - $23.33 - $28.36/Hour

Location: 831 East Highland Avenue, Jerry Lewis Family Swim Center, San Bernardino, California 92404

Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Dates:

• February 14, 2026
• March 21, 2026
• April 11, 2026
• April 25, 2026

• Session 1: February 20 - 22
• Friday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Session 2: March 24 - 26
• Friday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Session 3: April 17 - 19
• Friday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Session 4: May 1 - 3
• Friday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

The ideal candidate is a dependable, safety-minded leader with a passion for aquatics and community service. They possess strong communication and supervisory skills, excel in maintaining safe and welcoming pool environments, and demonstrate sound judgment under pressure. Pool Manager I candidates are eager to grow their leadership experience, while Pool Manager II candidates bring proven expertise in overseeing aquatic facilities and staff.

Both are team-oriented professionals dedicated to delivering quality recreation services to the community.

Your day as a Pool Manager I/II may include opening the pool, checking water quality, ensuring safety equipment readiness, supervising lifeguards, coordinating swim lessons, and planning aquatic programs for residents of all ages. You will interact with the community, ensure facility safety and cleanliness, and mentor staff. You may assist with scheduling, respond to emergencies, and help create a safe and positive environment for all visitors.

Pool Manager I: Plans and supervises the operation of a public swimming pool; protects life, prevents accidents, enforces safety regulations, and provides instructions. Provides friendly customer service to the public and City staff. Assists with pool scheduling and programming; enforces safety rules; supervises swim activities; teaches swim classes. Responds to emergencies with rescues, first aid, and CPR. Oversees facility cleanliness, conducts water tests, maintains records, adds pool chemicals.

Supervises staff, ensures safe operations, and promotes positive public relations. Performs related duties as needed.

Pool Manager II: Plans and supervises the operation of a large or year-round public swim center; protects life, prevents accidents, enforces safety regulations, and provides instructions. Provides friendly customer service to the public and City staff. Assists in scheduling and programming aquatic facilities; supervises lifeguard staff and swim classes; enforces pool safety rules; performs rescues and administers first aid/CPR as needed.

Oversees pool maintenance, water testing, and chemical treatments. Maintains records, ensures facility safety, and supports positive public relations. Supervises pool operations and staff while upholding City and departmental policies.

Minimum qualifications:

• A minimum of one year paid experience in instructing or supervising water recreational activities (Pool Manager I).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two years.
• Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License.

• Pool Manager II: A minimum of two years paid experience in instructing or supervising water recreational activities.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis to a maximum of two…