Pool Manager

Salary: $20.19 - $23.45 Hourly
Location : Menifee, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2026-01
Department: Community Services
Opening Date: 01/08/2026

Pool Manager (Seasonal, Part-Time)

OPEN TO THE PUBLICThis recruitment is being held to establish an open eligible list to fill current and future Pool Manager positions.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

This recruitment will be open on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, for a minimum of five (5) business days and will remain open on a continuous basis until 11:59 p.m. (PST) on the day the needs of the City are met. Application review for the first round of consideration will take place on Monday, February 16, 2026. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
Note: This is an at-will, seasonal, part-time position without benefits. Positions may end at any time, and there is no guarantee of hours. Work hours for part-time positions are scheduled based on operational need and typically do not exceed 1,000 hours in a fiscal year from July 1 through June 30, unless further authorized. Incumbents may be required to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings, holidays, weekends, and split-shifts.

THE CITY
The is a vibrant and rapidly growing municipality located in southwestern Riverside County, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through innovative public service and strategic development. Under the leadership of the City Manager, Menifee operates through a dynamic organizational structure composed of fifteen (15) departments - Building & Safety, City Attorney, City Clerk, City Manager, Code Enforcement, Community Development, Community Services, Economic Development, Engineering, Finance, Fire Department, Human Resources, Information Technology, Police, and Public Works, each committed to supporting the city's mission of responsive governance, sustainable growth, and public safety. With a strong emphasis on infrastructure development, community engagement, and innovation, the City of Menifee continues to enhance the quality of life for its diverse and dynamic population.

THE DEPARTMENTThe is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents by delivering a wide range of recreational programs, services, special events, and maintenance efforts that foster community engagement, environmental stewardship, and lifelong learning. The department is organized into four key divisions. Community Services Administration oversees strategic planning, budgeting, and coordination across all service areas. Recreation Programs and Citywide Special Events offer inclusive activities and events that promote wellness, cultural enrichment, and social connection. The City Parks, Landscape, Facility Maintenance and Ranger Patrols division ensures that Menifee's parks and public spaces are safe, clean, and welcoming through regular maintenance and patrol services. Lastly, the Solid Waste and Recycling Programs division supports sustainability through educational outreach, waste reduction initiatives, and recycling services. Together, these divisions reflect the department's commitment to building a vibrant, connected, and environmentally conscious community.

THE OPPORTUNITYThe Pool Manager will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the City's aquatics facility and ensuring a safe, well-run, and engaging environment for all patrons. This role directs and supports lifeguards, swim instructors, and seasonal staff; plans and implements aquatics programs; enforces safety rules and emergency procedures; and provides high-quality customer service to the community. The Pool Manager also assists with program development, staff training, facility maintenance, and recordkeeping. This is a seasonal, part-time, at-will position that requires flexibility, including potential evening, weekend, holiday, and split-shift assignments.

The Pool Manager will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• • Directs staff in planning, organizing and implementing aquatics activities such as swim and water safety classes, recreation and lap swims, and daily facility operations.
  • Participates in curriculum development and planning, and any pre-registration program to assess participants' ability levels.
  • Plans, directs, assigns and reviews the work of staff performing lifeguard and swim/safety instruction and aquatics facility operations; selects, trains and evaluates performance of staff.
  • Researches, prepares and disseminates necessary reports such as attendance, incident and program reports; assists in preparation and processing of program records and waitlists.
  • Oversees and instructs Water Safety and Certification Classes; coordinates room reservations, staffing requirements and all necessary information & materials needed to conduct classes.
  • Conveys and communicates program objectives and facility services to the public, acts as customer service liaison to user groups, school district personnel and City staff, and develops and maintains effective and cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
  • Provides instruction for swim lessons, trains swim instructors and lifeguards, and provides daily oversight of aquatics facility and program.
  • Performs lifeguard duties including patrolling and monitoring the aquatics facility, watching for accidents and water hazards in the pool areas and enforces aquatics safety rules.
  • Performs rescues and administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid, as needed.
  • Prepares facilities for regular operation and special events. Performs facility clean-up after closing and after special events.
  • May assist with desk reception, telephone support and related customer service activities. Accepts, registrations, collects fees and processes receipts. Enters and retrieves registration data on computer.
  • Provides customer service and general information to the public, in person and over the telephone.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Pool lifeguarding principles and practices.
• Policies and procedures established for the operation of the pool.
• Principles and practices of American Red Cross and First Aid swim instruction and emergency response methods.
• Lifeguard teaching techniques.
• Materials and equipment to maintain the pool, including pumps, chlorinators and related equipment.
• Record keeping methods and techniques.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.

ABILITY TO

• Supervise the daily operations of the facility.
• Swim with endurance and proficiency at a level necessary to perform assigned duties.
• Teach lifeguarding techniques.
• Review swim teaching techniques of Water Safety Instructors.
• Provide leadership; inspire cooperation and teamwork in the work unit.
• Interpret, explain, and enforce City and pool policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Provide information and resources to customers and staff in a friendly, helpful manner.
• Prepare clear, concise, and timely written reports and records.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties.
• Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities.

MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or a recognized equivalent and must be 18 years of age or older. The ideal candidate will also have two (2) or more years of paid experience as a as a lifeguard and/or swimming instructor. Experience with planning, coordinating, and implementing aquatics programs is highly desirable.

Additionally, possession of, or ability to obtain, by time of appointment all of the following certifications:

• American Red Cross (or equivalent) First Aid/CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification.
• American Red Cross (or equivalent) Lifeguard certification.
• American Red Cross (or equivalent) Water Safety Instructor certification.
• American Red Cross (or equivalent) First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22)

*The City will determine equivalency of certifications.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click to access the complete classification description, including the experience, education, and physical and mental requirements for this job.

NOTE: Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (N.A.C.E.S.).

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resources (HR) reviews all application materials to determine whether candidates meet the established minimum and preferred qualifications. Those who qualify will be advanced to the next stage of the recruitment process. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status.
Application Screening (Refer/Non-Refer)Applications and supplemental materials will be reviewed to identify candidates whose qualifications best align with the essential requirements of the position. Only those applicants who meet the criteria outlined in the job bulletin will advance to the next phase of the selection process.

Appraisal Interview
The appraisal process includes both an oral interview and an in-water/on-deck skills assessment, conducted on the same day. Applicants will take part in a structured oral interview led by a panel of Recreation subject-matter experts. Each candidate will be evaluated on their responses to standardized questions designed to measure their qualifications, communication skills, and overall suitability for the position.
Interviews and skills tests for qualified applicants will be held on a designated weekend at the Paloma Valley High School pool.
IMPORTANT - REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
All applicants who advance to the interview and skills test must complete an Applicant Release of Liability Form on the day of testing.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

Eligible List: Once the appraisal has been completed, HR will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Physical Demands
Maintain physical fitness, including the ability to swim 300 yards, tread water, and lift, retrieve, and move over 100 pounds, including heavier swimmers and maintain stamina in all types of weather. Ability to exert moderate physical effort in standing and walking, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and carrying, pushing, or pulling objects. Ability to lift and carry pool equipment, supplies, and furniture weighing up to 50 pounds. Additional testing requirements are established by the department.

Sensory demands include the ability to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this class, the incumbent is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; and interact with patrons, staff, and the general public, and handle conflict situations involving the enforcement of safety standards and practices.
Environmental Elements
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees work under typical office and recreation environments with moderate noise levels, controlled and uncontrolled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

The employee is exposed to wetness and moisture. The employee may be exposed to chlorine, acids, and other chemicals at aquatic facility, as well as blood and body fluids rendering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Employees may interact with upset facility users and general public while enforcing departmental policies and procedures and safety requirements. The noise level varies between being moderate and loud depending upon pool play and number of users and typically ranges from 70 decibels to 80 decibels or higher. The employee is expected to work variable hours, including different shifts, evenings, and weekends.
**The City of Menifee is an Equal Opportunity Employer**
Employees who are hired in a temporary, at will, seasonal, part-time position do not receive benefits other than those mandated by state and federal law. These benefits include paid sick leave (PSL) as well as participation in Medicare, Worker's Compensation.

Sick Leave
All temporary, at will, seasonal, part-time employees will receive sick leave in accordance with the Healthy Workplace, Healthy Family Act of 2014 (AB 1522).
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The information you provide will be used to rate your qualifications for the position and will be used as a scoring device. Incomplete information will result in a lower rating. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing these questions. Please provide concise, descriptive, and detailed information when answering the questions. If you do not have experience, please write N/A. NOTE: 'See resume', 'See above', or copy and paste of your resume are not considered qualifying responses and will not be scored. By selecting yes below, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this application requirement.

• Yes
• No

02

Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Some college (less than 59 semester/89 quarter units)
• Associate's Degree or Equivalent (at least 60 semester/90 quarter units)
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Juris Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree
• Current High School Student
• I do not have a high school diploma or equivalent.

03

Are you currently 18 years of age or older?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you currently possess an American Red Cross (or equivalent) First Aid/CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification? To be considered for this position, a copy of your certificate must be attached to your application.

• Yes
• No

05

Do you currently possess an American Red Cross (or equivalent) Lifeguard Certificate?To be considered for this position, a copy of your certificate must be attached to your application.

• Yes
• No

06

Do you currently possess an American Red Cross (or equivalent) Water Safety Instructor Certificate?To be considered for this position, a copy of your certificate must be attached to your application.

• Yes
• No

07

Do you possess an American Red Cross (or equivalent) First Aid for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22)?To be considered for this position, a copy of your certificate must be attached to your application.

• Yes
• No

08

Do you possess two (2) or more years of paid experience as a lifeguard and/or swimming instructor?

• I possess two (2) or more years of paid experience as a lifeguard and/or swimming instructor?
• I possess less than two (2) years of experience as a lifeguard and/or swimming instructor?
• No Experience

09

Please describe your experience as a lifeguard and/or swimming instructorIf you do not have experience in these areas, please indicate N/A.
Required Question

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