Pool Manager

City of Ontario; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Ontario is hiring Pool Managers to supervise aquatic activities at multiple facilities and lead staff while enforcing safety rules. The role involves lifeguarding, swim program oversight, and ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for program participants.

The ideal candidate has leadership skills, strong communication, and a background in aquatic operations. Part-time positions require up to 29 hours per week and do not include city health or retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent.
• One year of part-time aquatics experience.
• Must possess valid American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certifications; Water Safety Instructor (WSI) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise aquatic activities at a neighborhood pool for the recreation program.
• Direct staff, assign work, evaluate performance, and handle disciplinary actions.
• Perform lifeguarding, class instruction, and oversee ongoing safety programs.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Lifeguard Certification

CPR

First Aid

WSI

Job description

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. This recruitment may close at any time without notice.

Are you interested in spending your time at the pool while gaining valuable work experience? The City of Ontario is now seeking enthusiastic individuals to staff its five aquatic facilities located throughout the City. Pool Managers are responsible for supervising a variety of aquatic activities, observing swimmers, and enforcing regulations in the guarding of life as well as accident prevention. Incumbents will also perform recreational work supervising a variety of aquatic activities at designated neighborhood swimming pool sites and perform other related work as necessary.

NOTE: If your application is accepted, you will be invited to participate in an assessment process, which will include an interview and swim test. Assessment dates and additional details regarding the assessment process will be provided at a later date. All potential hires are required to pass a fingerprint review and pre-employment physical examination, including a tuberculosis (TB) test.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Demonstrated exceptional leadership and customer service skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• A high level of readiness, initiative, and motivation.
• Sound judgment and the ability to make thoughtful, effective decisions.
• Previous experience overseeing or managing aquatic operations, recreational programs, or similar services.

Additionally, the successful candidate will embody the qualities of a "Five Tool Player"– Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator and Public Servant - and the principles of the City's Customer Service Philosophy– Empathy, Respect, and Problem Solving.

Part-time/Temporary positions are scheduled to work no more than 29 hours per week and are not eligible to participate in the City's health insurance or retirement plans.

The following procedures will apply:

• The Eligibility List will consist of both internal and external applicants who meet the qualifications and successfully complete any required selection processes.
• The hiring department has the discretion to consider internal applicants on the Eligibility List prior to considering external candidates on the Eligibility List.
• The City of Ontario reserves the right, if necessary, to accept only the first one hundred (100) applications from applicants that meet the qualification guidelines below.
• Completed applications will be reviewed and only qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

The City of Ontario's Community Life & Culture Agency endeavors to meet the Ontario City Council goal to "encourage, provide or support enhanced recreational, educational, cultural and healthy city programs, policies and activities." Community Life & Culture does this through a comprehensive array of programs, activities, services and events available through the Housing Services, Library, Museum, Arts & Culture, and Recreation & Community Services Departments.

Recreation & Community Services Department

The City of Ontario's Recreation & Community Services Department provides opportunities for wholesome, year-round public recreational services for every age group in the City of Ontario. Through a comprehensive array of programs and events, the Department continually strives to meet the City Council's goal to provide enhanced recreational, educational, and cultural activities to the community. The Department operates six community centers, a senior center, provides programming in over thirty parks, three dog parks, and oversees the management of a municipal golf course. The Recreation & Community Services Department is growing! In the next couple of years, the Department will oversee the development of a 150+ acre premiere regional sports complex; the building of the first phase (approximately 130 acres) of the Grand Park in Ontario Ranch; enhancing park amenities throughout the City; and putting plans in place to add new community centers throughout the City.

The mission statement of the Recreation & Community Services Department is to enhance community value through diverse opportunities, personal growth and healthy lifestyles by providing quality and affordable programs and services. The vision statement of the Recreation & Community Services Department is to be the leaders in building a healthy community through memorable experiences; connecting people to recreation. The Priority Values of the Recreation & Community Services Department include the following:

• Fun:Be enthusiastic, love what you do, and make it enjoyable for all.
• Integrity:We make ethical behavior the foundation of all actions.
• Teamwork:We take seriously our obligations to empower every person to achieve more by making opportunities available for personal growth.
• Innovation:We achieve continuous improvement by taking risk, welcoming new ideas, learning from our mistakes and celebrating our successes.
• Diversity:We welcome and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals.
• Commitment:We are passionate in delivering superior service to both our internal and external customers; taking pride in positively influencing their lives.
• Wellness:We strive to provide an environment that promotes overall health to every individual.

The City of Ontario is a dynamic leading community in the Inland Empire with a variety of full-time and part-time employment and volunteer opportunities. Ontario enjoys the reputation of being a progressive City which provides solid leadership to its citizens and to the business community. The City provides a full range of services to the community including, but not limited to: Police, Fire, Management Services, Community Life & Culture, Community Development, Economic Development, Public Works and the Ontario Municipal Utilities Company. The City’s team is staffed with approximately 1,517 full-time equivalent diverse and talented employees who work to support a common goal of providing excellent service to the community.

The City’s vision for the future is very exciting, and we foresee tremendous growth within the years to come. We welcome you to view the City of Ontario’s 2026 State of the City video by clicking on the link below as well as the other links to learn more about the City:

State of the City

The Ontario Plan

Smart Ontario

Downtown Ontario

The essential functions typically performed by the Pool Manager include the following:

• Supervises aquatic activities at a neighborhood swimming pool for the recreation program including swim lessons, recreational swim, swim team, and other related activities.
• Supervises and directs the activities of staff, including employee selection, work assignment, performance evaluation, employee development, disciplinary action, and complaint resolution.
• Performs lifeguarding and class instruction.
• Plans, directs, and monitors a continuing aquatics safety program.
• Inspects and monitors facilities and equipment for safety, maintenance, and cleanliness and ensures compliance with administrative and safety policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Performs general maintenance and repairs on facilities and equipment.
• Maintains accurate records and reports.
• Assists in promotion of activities.
• May assist with training and ensuring staff attendance and participation in required training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or recognized equivalent.

Experience

One year of part-time aquatics experience.

Desirable

• Previous supervisory experience in a recreation setting.
• Two years of part-time aquatics experience.

Licenses, Certifications, and Training

At the time of application, applicants must possess the following valid American Red Cross certifications:

• Lifeguard Training, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and First Aid for the professional rescuer or equivalent.
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI)

NOTE: A copy of the required certifications listed above MUST be attached to your application in order to be considered. Failure to attach a copy of the required materials may result in disqualification of your application.

Special Requirement

Ability to work various schedules including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.