Lifeguard (Temporary)

Kamehameha Schools; Hawaii; On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Kamehameha Schools in Hawaii seeks a part-time lifeguard to oversee pool and deck areas, supervise users, enforce rules, initiate rescues, and provide first aid.

The role includes monitoring water chemistry, assisting with field trips, and helping train water safety. Candidates should have Red Cross lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid certifications, and be able to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Red Cross Lifeguard Training cert or equivalent.
• CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Standard First Aid.
• Strong supervision and communication skills; ability to enforce rules.

Responsibilities

• Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and during field trips to ensure safety.
• Enforces pool regulations and water safety policies; warns and corrects swimmers.
• Initiates emergency actions and rescues as required; administers CPR/First Aid when needed.
• Inspects pool facilities and water quality; assists with tests and records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Instruction adherence

Water safety awareness

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Red Cross Lifeguard Training

CPR for the Professional Rescuer

First Aid Certification

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision assists in the oversight of the swimming pool and surrounding deck areas; assists in the supervision of all pool facilities users; assists in the enforcement of all pool rules and regulations; initiates rescues and administers first aid; cleans pool and immediate deck/bathroom/locker room areas; monitors pool water chemistry and supervises off-campus, aquatics field trips. May supervise site during absence of Aquatics Supervisor or Lead Lifeguard.

Essential Responsibilities

• Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and during field trips at off campus sites (e.g. beaches, river, or non-KS pools) to ensure that policies, guidelines and safety procedures are followed.
• Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger; enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
• Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action plan as required.
• Inspects pool facilities, equipment and water to ensure that they are safe and usable; supervises and assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment; assists with chlorine residual water tests and with records and charts of water tests and records of accidents; adds chemicals to pool water as directed.
• Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning; administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
• Instructs or assists classes in fundamentals of swimming as needed.
• Resolves scheduling conflicts to ensure safe pool environment when competing programs/priorities require use of aquatic facilities.
• Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at aquatics facilities, at the beach/ocean, or other offsite natural pools, streams or rivers to determine any potential dangers or hazards, then adjusting programs as necessary to ensure the safety of the haumana and other staff.
• Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats to their safety.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma/equivalent
• Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent.
• American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent.
• American Red Cross Standard First Aid, or equivalent.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills to supervise and communicate with a diverse population to acquire compliance on rules and regulations.
• Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at aquatics facilities, at the beach/ocean, or other offsite natural pools, streams or rivers to determine any potential dangers or hazards, then adjusting programs as necessary to ensure the safety of the haumana and other staff.
• Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats to their safety.
• Ability to employ appropriate lifesaving techniques and rescue methods appropriate for the site and conditions that apply.
• Knowledge and ability to render first aid as applied to accidents in water and surrounding areas.
• Effectively enforce pool rules, understanding of pool rules and regulations governing swimming pool operation.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of swimming pool chemistry and water testing.
• Ability to evaluate test results and adjust water chemistry as necessary.
• Knowledge of proper swimming techniques and ability to teach all age levels.
• Ocean lifeguarding experience.
• Ability to work flexible hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1st Responder Certification.
• Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI).
• 6 months of related work experience.
• Ocean rescue experience.
• Previous experience teaching school-aged children.
• Previous experience in a school-setting.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to Hawaiian culture and Christian values.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Frequently grasps with light or fine manipulation, writes by hand, talks or hears. Frequently stands and/or walks, swims, and lifts and/or carries, pushes and/or pulls objects that weigh 50 pounds. Frequently twists, bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crawls, climbs, reaches or works above shoulder, or grasps firmly.

Working Conditions (including environmental conditions)

This position involves traveling to various locations, on- and off-campus. Work is conducted in a pool setting, with wet surfaces in a school environment. May require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces such as beaches or other outdoor environments. Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but evening and weekend hours are often required to meet goals and objectives. Frequent exposure to high humidity, sun and/or windy conditions. Occasional exposure to unstable ground when offsite at ocean, pond or river.

Work Year Pay Range

21.35 - 28.30 hourly

Hourly Compensation and Benefits

Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs. At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

Primary Location

Hawaii Campus

City, State

Keaau, Hawaii

Additional Locations

Kamehameha Schools offers a dynamic, innovative and collaborative work environment for growth-minded individuals who embrace culture and diversity. Deeply committed to shaping a thriving and vibrant future for Native Hawaiians, Kamehameha Schools aims at finding the right people for the right roles, who bring talent and passion to our mission. Our workforce is comprised of full- and part-time, on-call, and seasonal employees who work in various positions at locations across Hawaiʻi pae ʻāina (group of islands), including three K-12 campuses, 29 preschools, and other regional and support offices.

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