Pool Lifeguard - SR-13

County of Hawai`i•Future vacancies with immediate vacancies in Hilo and Kailua-Kona, HI

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Pool Lifeguard independently monitors a public swimming pool, including areas with depths greater than nine feet, to protect life, prevent accidents, and assist people in distress. The position enforces safety regulations; participates in water safety and swimming instruction and other aquatic recreation programs; and maintains the pool and surrounding areas. The immediate vacancies are permanent full-time positions with the County of Hawai‘i Department of Parks and Recreation, Aquatics Division: one in Hilo at Kawamoto Pool and one in Kailua-Kona at Kona Community Aquatic Center. A $2,000 recruitment incentive may be available, subject to conditions. The applicant list may also be used for future permanent and temporary vacancies. Temporary appointments may lead to permanent appointments. The department administers a swim and agility test to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants must be able to lift at least 50 pounds. Evening and/or weekend schedules may be required. The role may also require independent travel to swim meets, other events, meetings, or various geographic locations. Candidates must meet the health and physical standards necessary to perform the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation. The position requires high school graduation, a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate or equivalent (shallow-water and aquatic-attraction lifeguarding certifications do not qualify), and the ability to travel independently to various locations. A current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor’s Certificate is generally listed as a qualification, but is not required for the immediate Department of Parks and Recreation vacancies. Certificates must remain current. A valid Hawai‘i Class 3 driver’s license, comparable license, or other transportation that meets position needs may satisfy the travel requirement.

Requirements

Graduation from high school.
Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate or other current equivalent certification; shallow-water and aquatic-attraction lifeguarding certifications do not qualify.
Ability to travel independently to various geographic locations, which may be met by a valid State of Hawai‘i Class 3 driver’s license, a comparable driver’s license, or other transportation that meets position needs.
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Ability to meet the health and physical condition standards needed to perform the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Knowledge of lifesaving techniques and methods; emergency life support, including mouth-to-mouth resuscitation and CPR; first-aid principles and practices; artificial respiration; swimming-pool water filtration and purification; cleaning methods, materials, and equipment; and report writing.
Ability to rescue people from water; administer first aid and CPR; recognize when ill or injured people need professional medical care; prepare clear and concise operational and incident reports; enforce regulations; conduct and instruct aquatic classes and activities; deal tactfully and effectively with the public; and read and follow written instructions.
Applicants who meet minimum qualifications must take the department’s swim and agility test.
Certificates must be maintained on a current basis.

Nice To Haves

A current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor’s Certificate is listed as a qualification generally, but is not required for the immediate vacancies.

Responsibilities

Watch over patrons at a public swimming pool to protect life and prevent accidents.
Rescue swimmers and assist people in distress.
Provide first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation as necessary.
Enforce safety regulations and take corrective action to protect patrons.
Warn parents or responsible adults not to leave young children unattended.
Prepare daily logs and reports about accidents, first aid, drownings or near-drownings, and other unusual occurrences.
Assist with program planning and scheduling, and conduct or coordinate aquatic instructional and recreational activities.
Maintain water-quality standards and keep daily records of water-quality information.
Operate circulation and filtration machinery.
Maintain chemical standards using automated chemical-feed systems and, when needed, manually apply chemicals.
Travel independently to swim meets, other events, meetings, and other locations as required.
Maintain the pool, pool deck, buildings, locker rooms, spectator areas, walkways, and surrounding areas to ensure a safe and healthy environment.
Attend in-service training classes.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Potential $2,000 recruitment incentive, subject to conditions.
Flexible working arrangements may include alternate 4-10 schedules and flexible working hours; availability depends on department and position eligibility.
Paid vacation accrual of up to 21 days per year.
Paid sick leave accrual of up to 21 days per year.
13 paid holidays per year, plus General Election Day when applicable.
Employee training and development opportunities.
County tuition reimbursement program.
Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Employees’ Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan for eligible employees.
Voluntary deferred compensation retirement savings plan.
Flexible Spending Plan for qualified dependent-care and medical expenses and insurance premiums.
Health benefit plans for eligible employees.
Employee Assistance Program with free confidential assistance for employees and family members.
Free group life insurance policy for active employees.
Credit union membership.
Potential eligibility for additional leaves, including family, funeral, leave sharing, military, donor, victims protection, parent-teacher conference, disaster relief, blood-bank donation, and jury-duty leave.