Parks & Recreation Volunteer (Unpaid) presso City of San Bernardino, CA
City of San Bernardino, CA · San Bernardino, Stati Uniti d'America · Onsite
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About the Department
Consider joining the City of San Bernardino's Parks & Recreation Department as a Volunteer!
About the City:
As a future member of our team, you’ll be joining a city with deep roots, cultural diversity, and exciting momentum. Located in the heart of Southern California’s Inland Empire, San Bernardino is the county seat and largest city in San Bernardino County, home to more than 222,000 residents. Its rich history — shaped by Native American, Mexican, and Spanish influences — continues to inspire the city’s evolving identity.
San Bernardino offers access to major transit corridors, natural beauty, and a wide range of housing and lifestyle options. It’s a place where public service careers are supported by a strong sense of community and purpose — and where motivated professionals can grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful.
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Position Duties
Parks & Recreation Department:
Administrative
- Provide front desk support by screening phone calls, greeting visitors, and delivering exceptional customer service
- Assist with filing, restocking information flyers, and updating bulletin board displays
- Help prepare materials for special events and recreational programs
- Support large format printing and production tasks
- Contribute to our Military Banner Program by assisting with the printing, cutting, sewing, and grommeting of banners to honor military service members
Aquatics Center
- Assist with facility cleaning and maintenance, and restock flyers or update bulletin boards
- Escort patrons to and from swimming lessons, distribute life jackets, and supervise water slide activities for safety and fun
- Provide front desk support, including answering phones, filing, and completing swimming lesson certifications
- Volunteers with proper licensing and certification may also serve as lifeguards or offer additional assistance
Community Center
- Support staff and instructors during center events and activities (assisting with instruction, event décor, setup, breakdown, serving, and more)
- Provide front desk assistance, offering a friendly and helpful environment
- Prepare supplies for programs, activities, and events
- Lead classes or activities, sharing your talents and passions with others
- Assist with managing the game room and making it enjoyable for all participants
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum qualifications may vary by department. Candidates who meet the specified criteria will be referred to the appropriate department(s) seeking volunteers.
Certain departments may require candidates to hold a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
As a condition of your volunteer assignment, you will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check before your start date.Other Qualifications
All applicants are required to submit an online application through the City’s official website at www.sbcity.org. This recruitment will remain open until Sunday, December 21, 2025 or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Applications must be fully completed and clearly demonstrate that the minimum qualifications for the position are met. All information provided is subject to review, investigation, and verification. While resumes may be uploaded as supplemental documentation, they will not be accepted in place of a fully completed City application.
Following the initial screening, the most qualified candidates whose backgrounds best match the needs of the City will be invited to continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement. Candidates will remain under consideration until a final selection is made, and an offer is accepted. The City of San Bernardino reserves the right to close the recruitment at any time and may determine that none of the applicants, including those who meet the minimum qualifications, are suitable for the position.
Selection Process:
As a condition of your volunteer assignment, you will be asked to successfully complete a criminal background check prior to your start date. Volunteers are subject to the following:
- Application Review
- Background Investigation with the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
- Complete Volunteer Waiver
- Volunteer Orientation
Disclaimers:
The City of San Bernardino is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City follows a nepotism policy, which may impact hiring decisions if an applicant has relatives currently employed by the City.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Each request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. To request an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department directly at( 909) 998-2060.
This bulletin is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract, expressed or implied. Its contents may be modified or withdrawn without prior notice.
For questions regarding this recruitment, contact Janet Sirob at [email protected]. Additional information is available at www.sbcity.org.
