Lifeguard; Part-Time

Overview

Looking for an exciting summer job opportunity? Join the City of San Bernardino as a Lifeguard!

No Lifeguard Certification? We offer FREE training!

As a future member of our team, you'll be joining 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 rich history — shaped by Native American, Mexican, and Spanish influences — continues to inspire the city's evolving identity.

San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors, natural beauty, and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. It's a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose — and where motivated professionals can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful.

The City of San Bernardino is accepting applications to fill multiple vacancies within the Aquatics Division of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department. San Bernardino is home to six public pools and will be offering year-round access for our City residents. This is a perfect opportunity for groups of all ages to start their career in a government agency and serve our community.

Applicants that do not currently have their Lifeguard Certifications will be invited to receive training and become certified with our Aquatics Staff for free.

Dates: October 11th and November 8th, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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

(must attend one full 3 day session)

Session 3: October 17-19, 2025

Session 4: November 14-16, 2025

Friday: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

• Provides courteous and expeditious customer service to the general public and City department staffs.
• Supervises swimming activities in and around a City pool to ensure that policies, rules and regulations are observed and enforced and that no hazard to safety is created; warns swimmers of improper activities or danger; enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
• Rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning; administers first aid in the event of injury; administers artificial respiration if required.
• Assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities, and equipment; and assists in instructing classes in fundamentals of swimming.

As a Lifeguard, you’ll start your shift by checking the pool area and equipment to ensure everything is safe and ready for visitors. Throughout the day, you’ll monitor swimmers, enforce pool rules, and step in quickly when someone needs help. You’ll provide first aid when necessary, assist with swimming lessons, and answer questions from the public with a friendly attitude. In between, you’ll help keep the pool and surrounding area clean and welcoming.

Every day brings the opportunity to promote water safety, protect lives, and create a positive experience for the community.

• Water hazards, lifesaving techniques and rescue methods;
• First aid as applied to accidents in water and surrounding area;
• Policies, rules and regulations governing swimming pool operation.

• Swim with proficiency and endurance for possible rescues;
• Evaluate situations and adopt intelligent methods of action;
• Remain calm and efficient in stressful situations;
• Maintain constant observation of an assigned area and note any sign of impending…