Position Information

The Department of Parks and Recreation, Park Maintenance & Recreation Services Division, is looking to fill three (3) Pool Lifeguard vacancies the the following locations:

• Kalihi Valley Complex
• Kaneohe Complex
• Makiki Complex

A Pool Lifeguard independently performs duties at a swimming pool to protect life, prevent accidents, and assist persons in distress; and enforces pool safety regulations. Under the general supervision of the Recreation Director II (Swim), work duties include but are not limited to:

• Maintains constant surveillance of the designated pool and performs lifeguarding tasks to include performing rescues and administering emergency life support measures applying immediate First Aid and CPR as needed and performs other related duties as required.
• Monitors participants for compliance of rules and regulations applicable to the assigned pool and reports infractions to the proper authorities. Informs supervisor of all serious violations and incidents.
• In the absence of the Pool Custodian, maintains safe operational level of pool chlorination and filtration systems.
• Operates a light motorized vehicle to pick up/drop-off documents and supplies, and to attend training or meetings, as assigned. Operates a van to transport program participants to various sites, as assigned.

Special Working Conditions: Work hours may vary. Will conduct swimming rescues during emergencies; exposure to environmental and adverse weather conditions; exposure to the effects of pool chemicals, acids, and gaseous chlorine. Will serve as a Disaster Response worker during declared emergencies.

Apply today! If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list for further consideration. This list may be used to fill current and future vacancies in this department.

Additional Job Information

Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

At the time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, at the time of application.

Examination Process

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.

EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation........................ 100%