Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District - Job Opportunities
Salary
$20.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Location
Big Bear, CA
Job Type
Temporary or Extra-Help
Job Number
26-50104BB-01
Department
Special Districts
Opening Date
04/25/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
The Job
The Big Bear Valley Recreation and Park District is currently hiring for a variety of part-time, full-time, seasonal, and year-round positions across its community and recreational facilities throughout Big Bear Valley. Immediate opportunities are available, with a strong need for lifeguards, recreation assistants, and park maintenance workers.
The District provides a wide range of programs and services for the community, including operations at the Big Bear Alpine Zoo, local parks, a swim beach, youth and adult sports leagues, an after-school childcare program, and an active senior center.
Our mission is to enhance the community by promoting healthy activities and positive recreational experiences while maintaining a high standard of excellence through our people, parks, and programs.
If youre interested in making an impact in your community, we encourage you to apply today by submitting your online application and supplemental questionnaire.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
Minimum Requirements
Lifeguard: American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, and CPR card for the Professional Rescuer preferred. Note: Applications will be accepted from those who qualify to enroll in these courses once hired; training will be provided in the Spring - for information, visit www.bigbearparks.com.)
Recreation Assistant: Current possession of a CA Class C driver license. Ability to get Class B is highly desired.
Park Maintenance Worker: Six (6) months experience in park maintenance, landscaping, custodial care, construction, or facilities maintenance; and current possession of a CA Class C driver license.
Cashier: Six (6) months experience operating a cash register and reconciling cash drawer.
Childcare Aide: Experience in childcare is desired. Note: applicants will be required to obtain a CPR card and complete a Pediatric First Aid Course upon hiring, which will be provided. Desired: Applicants with Early Childhood credits are highly desired, and may result in greater responsibility with appropriate hourly wage.
Bus Driver: CA Class B (or higher) Driver License with Passenger endorsement.
All positions are scheduled as needed, up to 1547 hours per year.
Selection Process
Application Procedure: To be considered, you must submit an application. You may apply for one or multiple positions on one application. Apply on-line at www.sbcounty.gov/jobs anytime. Or visit the office at 41220 Park Ave in Big Bear Lake, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm, to complete an application.
Applications will be processed continuously, and qualified candidates will be contacted to interview as vacancies occur, so it is to your advantage to apply as soon as possible.
These are extra-help, non-regular positions classified as Public Service Employees and receive no benefits. These temporary positions will be employed for seasonal help, up to 12 months, and will vary in assigned weekly hours. Successful candidates shall be considered at-will throughout the term of their employment and will not attain regular status. Applicants must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from email addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans' Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans Preference Policy.
For more important details, review the links below:
Guide to Completing a County Job Application
Applicant Information and the County Employment Process
This position does not have benefits.
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Big Bear Location: Big Bear is located approximately 1.5 hours/46 miles from San Bernardino in the Mountains. Weather conditions can change quickly, often resulting in snowy, icy, or wet road conditions. Parks and facilities are not normally closed for "snow days".
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Interest: Indicate below the types of jobs in which you are interested in being considered.
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Lifeguards enforce safety rules and regulations, instruct swimming classes, rescue distressed swimmers, and administer first aid and CPR, and maintain aquatic equipment and grounds. Describe your experience as a lifeguard, including the type of setting (school, community pool, beach, etc.). Also include your certifications along with expiration dates. Note the employer(s) and dates of employment where you acquired this experience. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Recreation Assistants plan and lead youth and adult programs. Describe your experience assisting in organized recreational activities, sports, and related public interaction. Note the employer(s) and dates of employment where you acquired this experience. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Park Maintenance Workers maintain the grounds, equipment, and buildings located in the parks. Describe your experience in park maintenance, landscaping, custodian duties, building maintenance, and/or construction. Note the employer(s) and dates of employment where you acquired this experience. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Cashiers collect admission fees, provide correct change, and issue receipts. Describe your experience as a cashier, handling cash and credit cards, and verifying the cash drawer. Note the employer(s) and dates of employment where you acquired this experience. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Animal Keepers care for animals, including feeding and cleaning of enclosures, and ensure exhibit premises are well maintained. Describe your experience working with animals. Identify the setting (zoo, veterinary clinic, rehabilitation center, pet store, etc.), as well as your responsibilities and duties. Note the employer(s) and dates of employment where you acquired this experience. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Child Care Aides assist teachers with activities at a licensed childcare center. Describe your experience caring for children. Identify the setting (home, private childcare, school, etc.), and include the number of children by age. Also include your certifications along with expiration dates. If you possess Early Childhood courses, be sure to provide a copy of your college transcripts. Note the employer(s) and dates of employment where you acquired this experience. If no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Bus Drivers drive a 15-passenger van or 23-passenger bus for after-school pick-up from three schools during school sessions, and locally and off-mountain during school breaks for District activities. Describe your experience driving passenger busses and vans, including the distance and duration of typical trips. Be sure to attach a copy of your CA Class B driver license and Passenger endorsement (23 passenger, up to 26000 GVWR, auto trans). Note the employer(s) and dates of employment where you acquired this experience.
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Other: Indicate your possession of the following:
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, Human Resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).
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For your convenience, a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail is available in the attached PDF. Download the PDF Guide. Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
Note: If you apply the filters and still do not receive emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources you can check your www.governmentjobs.com (Neogov) account inbox. All notifications will appear there.
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Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.
Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
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Employer San Bernardino County
Address 175 West Fifth Street, 1st Floor
San Bernardino, California, 92415-0440
Phone (909) 387-8304
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Website http://www.sbcounty.gov/jobs