Lifeguard (Temporary)

Kamehameha Schools; United States; On-site; USD 16,531 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Kamehameha Schools is seeking a Lifeguard (Temporary) to oversee the swimming pool at various locations. The role involves supervising aquatic activities, enforcing safety regulations, and administering first aid when necessary.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant lifeguard certifications. Strong communication skills and the ability to evaluate swimming safety conditions are important for success in this position. Flexible hours are expected, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certifications in lifeguarding and CPR are necessary.
• Ability to work flexible hours is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervises swimming activities and enforces safety policies.
• Performs rescues and administers first aid as needed.
• Cleans pool facilities and monitors water chemistry.

Skills

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Knowledge of swimming techniques

Ability to judge and evaluate dynamics

Education

High school diploma/equivalent

Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate

American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer

American Red Cross Standard First Aid

Job description

Job Posting Title: Lifeguard (Temporary)

Employee Type: Various

Recruiting Start Date: 03-20-2026

Recruiting End Date: Open Until Filled

Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!

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.

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.

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

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.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.