Lifeguard/Swim Instructor/Pool Manager

AREAS OF FOCUS

• Lifeguard
• Swim Instructor
• Pool Manager

GROW AND THRIVE

Do you want to serve your community? Are you a team player? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? If you said yes to any and all of these, then we want you to be a part of the San Bruno Recreation Team!

WHAT WE OFFER

• Flexible work schedules
• Position for all levels of experience
• Fast-paced, fun work environment

GENERAL INFO

Under general supervision, the Lifeguard/Swim Instructor I/II performs routine public contact and safety work in serving as a pool lifeguard. They also provide essential support to recreation programs and services by performing custodial tasks, event setup and teardown, program support, and minor maintenance duties relating to aquatics. This temporary, parttime position requires working up to 20 hours per week. The role involves ensuring the health and safety of aquatic patrons, facilities are clean, safe, and operational while delivering excellent customer service. Performs other duties as assigned.

UNIVERSAL POSITION DUTIES (Applicable to all roles; Illustrative Purposes Only)

• Monitor the swimming pool and enforce safety regulations.
• Assist with aquatics programs, special events, and facility upkeep.
• Test and maintain pool water chemistry.
• Set up and tear down for classes, programs, and events.
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly, and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
• Work outdoors in sun, rain, or wind as needed.

POSITION-SPECIFIC DUTIES

LIFEGUARD (Illustrative Purposes Only)

• Maintain a "rescue-ready" posture and scan assigned zones for drowning emergencies.
• Work in a rotation with other lifeguards across indoor and outdoor stations.
• Assist with facility operations, special events, and customer service.
• Attend weekly and monthly safety trainings.
• Perform light cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure facility safety.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum Age: 15
• Education: High school diploma or GED not required.
• Certifications:
  • American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (or ability to obtain).
  • First Aid & CPR Certification.

SWIM INSTRUCTOR (Illustrative Purposes Only)

• Teach American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim lessons following provided lesson plans.
• Maintain open communication with parents and participants.
• Assist with emergency responses and pool safety as trained.
• Attend weekly and monthly safety trainings.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance to ensure facility upkeep.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum Age: 15
• Education: High school diploma or GED not required.
• Skills: Swimming proficiency at American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Level 4.
• Preferred Certification: Water Safety Instructor

Recreation Specialist - POOL MANAGER

• Supervise lifeguards and enforce safety procedures.
• Conduct lifeguard rotations and monitor staff performance.
• Ensure staff maintain a “rescue-ready” posture and remain alert while on duty.
• Assist in planning and leading weekly and monthly safety trainings.
• Monitor pool chemicals and water quality.
• Open, close, and secure facility as needed.
• Provide customer service, event support, and light facility maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum Age: 18
• Experience: At least 6 months of experience as a lifeguard.
• Preferred Certification: American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Certification.

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT USED

• Pool maintenance equipment, hand tools, and cleaning supplies.
• Radios and phones for communication.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Outdoor environment with exposure to sun, wind, and pool chemicals.
• Variable hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in loud or quiet environments depending on location.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequent swimming, walking, sitting, and lifting.
• Regularly lift/move 25 lbs, occasionally over 100 lbs.
• Prolonged standing, climbing, and reaching.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications may be submitted online at BambooHR. Applications must be received by 5pm on November 30, 2026. You are encouraged to apply as soon as possible before the recruitment is closed. Please review the supplemental questions to determine the materials required for a complete application. Failure to provide all requested information in the supplemental application will result in your submission being deemed incomplete and removed from further consideration.

The City of San Bruno utilizes a merit-based selection system. Such a system is competitive and based on broad outreach efforts and equal opportunity for qualified applicants to take part in a process designed to determine the qualifications, fitness, and ability of competitors to perform duties of the position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
The City of San Bruno is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and as such does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, gender, religion, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices. If you require special accommodations, please contact us to discuss your needs.