Lifeguard (Aquatics Instructor) - Summer Seasonal

*** RECRUITMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED**

Subject to close at any time when significant number of qualified applications have been received. First review of applications will be Monday, March 9, 2026.

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING FUN THIS SUMMER?

The City of Chino Hills is seeking enthusiastic and responsible individuals to join our Summer Aquatics Program as an Aquatics Instructor ! This eight-week program offers weekly swim lessons, and were looking for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, interacting with people of all ages, and are available to work from May to July.

The program runs from June 1 to July 24 , Monday to Friday, from approximately 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. daily.

The Aquatics Instructor is responsible for providing swim instruction and monitoring swimmers in and around the pool. They work under the direct supervision of the Community Services Coordinator and Aquatics Manager to ensure the safe use of the swimming facilities. In addition to enforcing regulations, the Aquatics Instructor performs related duties that contribute to the overall safety and enjoyment of the facility.

This is the perfect summer job for you if you have at least two years of experience as a lifeguard, swim instructor, or swim team memberwhether paid or volunteerand if you're responsible and safety-conscious.

RECRUITMENT TIMELINE: Application Deadline: March 8, 2026 Interview Date : Week of March 30, 2026 Orientation Date : Week of May 4, 2026 Start Date: May 26, 2026 **All dates are tentative and subject to change** Candidates selected for hire must be available to commit to mandatory paid training the week of May 26 - May 30, 2026.
Essential duties you may be responsible for:

• Teach swim strokes and water safety to different age groups and individuals with varying abilities.
• Supervise the activities of swimmers in and around the pool; ensure that policies, rules, and regulations are observed, and that no safety hazard is created.
• Warn swimmers of improper activities or dangers and enforce the observance of warnings.
• Administer first aid in the event of injuries.
• Rescue swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, administer CPR or other life-saving techniques.
• This position may perform other related duties as assigned.

For a complete list of duties, reference our job descriptions page at www.chinohills.org/jobdescriptions .

Class specifications are intended to describe the range of duties performed by the classification. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed.

To be considered for the position, any combination of experience, education and/or training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities may qualify. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Requires two (2) years combined of paid or volunteer experience as a lifeguard, swim instructor or swim team member.
**Plea se ensure you clearly indicate this experience on your application**
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT Must be 16 years of age to apply. If still in High School and under the age of 18 must obtain a work permit prior to first day of work.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATION:

• American Red Cross certifications in Lifeguard Training, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and First Aid for the professional rescuer
• American Red Cross certifications in Water Safety Instructor (WSI)

If offered the position, you must provide proof of enrollment in Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification classes by first week of May and certifications must be completed PRIOR to your first day of work.

For a list of current American Red Cross Lifeguard and WSI classes in the area visit: City will reimburse any job-related certifications obtained in 2026 once complete your contracted swim season with the City.
Qualified applicants will be notified of the mandatory swim test assessment dates.

We invite you to learn about the Community Services Department by visiting the City's webpage. Please click here .

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Deadline to apply is Sunday, March 8, 2026 , at 11:59 pm.
• All applicants are required to apply online at www.chinohills.org or by clicking on the "Apply" link at the top of this announcement .
• The application must be complete and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met to proceed in the selection process.
  • Please list any relevant experience and education that demonstrates you may qualify for the position.
  • List all periods of employment from the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent employer (including, all employment with the City of Chino Hills).
  • Separately list each position and level of responsibilities, including different positions within the same employer.
• Applications are screened to determine which candidates are best suited to the City's needs. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that the information provided on the application is accurate and complete. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification.
• The most qualified applicants will be invited to the next phase of the process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that your application will be selected to continue in the process.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected from the recruitment process.
• The recruitment process may include but is not limited to application review and evaluation, testing assessments, and oral interview(s) examination.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Prospective employees who are selected for employment must successfully complete a medical examination which includes drug screening, TB testing and background check, which is paid for by the City. The background check will include being LiveScan fingerprinted through the Department of Justice.