Manager, Water Safety Programs

Kamehameha Schools Trustees of the Estate of Bernice Pauahi Bishop dba Kamehameha Schools; United States; Vor Ort; USD 91.000 - 101.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Kamehameha Schools seeks an experienced Manager, Water Safety Programs to lead and oversee water safety initiatives across pools, beaches, streams, fishponds and open ocean environments for haumana. This role combines field leadership with program development and compliance to ensure safe, meaningful water experiences.

The ideal candidate has hands-on aquatic management experience, strong water safety knowledge, prior supervisory experience, and current First Aid/CPR and Lifeguard

Qualifikationen

• Experience managing aquatic environments or recreation programs.
• Strong water safety knowledge and practical field experience.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Current First Aid/CPR and Lifeguard certifications.
• Experience with pool maintenance or aquatic facility operations.
• Knowledge of Hawaii Island aquatic environments and conditions.

Aufgaben

• Develop and monitor water safety protocols aligned with laws and KS standards.
• Create and vet safety plans for water activities with accessible documentation.
• Hire, schedule, evaluate, and supervise safety/lifeguard staff.
• Train staff to exceed industry standards and certifications.
• Manage risk mitigation, lifeguard coverage, and safety measures.
• Oversee pool and aquatic facilities, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Authorize on- and off-campus activities based on weather and water conditions.
• Support year-round aquatic activities for educational programming.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Risk assessment

Water safety

Supervisory

First Aid/CPR

Lifeguard cert.

Jobbeschreibung

Job Posting Title

Manager, Water Safety Programs

Employee Type

Regular

Recruiting Start Date

10-07-2026

Job Exempt?

Yes

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!

Do you have a passion for water safety, aquatic operations, and Hawaii's unique aquatic environments?

Kamehameha Schools, Hawaii Campus seeking an experienced Manager, Water Safety Programs to lead and oversee water safety initiatives that support aquatic activities for our haumana across pools, beaches, streams, fishponds, and open ocean environments. This is a unique opportunity for someone who combines hands-on field experience with strong administrative and leadership skills.

Position kuleana...

• Conduct aquatic risk assessments for beaches, oceans, rivers, fishponds, and other aquatic sites to support student field trips, as well as our athletic and educational programs.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for water safety; developing and reviewing safety policies, procedures, and risk mitigation plans.
• Manage and maintain Aquatic Activity Requests (AARs), safety documentation, authorizations, and compliance processes.
• Provide oversight for aquatic facilities, including pool operations, maintenance, upkeep, and safety standards.
• Support lifeguard and water safety personnel while promoting a culture of safety and preparedness.
• Monitor water and weather conditions to support safe decision-making for on- and off-campus aquatic activities.
• And more!

Our ideal candidate will have...

• Experience managing aquatic environments, recreation programs, safety operations, marine science programs, or closely related fields.
• Strong water safety knowledge and practical experience in pool and/or open-water settings.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Current or prior First Aid/CPR and Lifeguard certifications.
• Experience with pool maintenance, aquatic facility operations, or water safety program management.
• Knowledge of Hawaii Island and statewide aquatic environments, including beaches, streams, rivers, and ocean conditions.
• A self-motivated, proactive approach with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• The ability to balance field-based assessments and aquatic operations with administrative responsibilities, reporting, and policy development.

This role offers a rare opportunity to combine fieldwork, leadership, risk management, and aquatic operations while helping ensure safe and meaningful water experiences for our haumana.

Compensation: The targeted salary range for this position is $91,000 - $101,000, based on experience level.

Job Summary

The Manager, Water Safety Programs is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring comprehensive water safety protocols to ensure the safety of all aquatic activities for the K-12 and Pre-K, including both pool, waterfront, and open ocean activities. This role oversees lead lifeguards and lifeguards, ensuring that all safety and health requirements are met for year-round educational programming from PreK to Grade 12. Key responsibilities include creating and vetting safety plans for all water-related activities, training staff to exceed industry standards, managing risk mitigation processes, serving as the point of contact for contract vendors, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This position is critical in fostering a safe and secure environment for all water-related programs and activities.

Essential Responsibilities

Safety Management

• Develop and monitor comprehensive water safety protocols, in alignment with relevant laws, regulations, and KS enterprise standards, to mitigate risks to mitigate risks for all water activities.
• Create and vet safety plans for all water-related activities, ensuring electronic documentation and authorizations are built into business processes and accessible to various end users (i.e., leadership, students, etc.).
• Hire, schedule, evaluate, and supervise part-time and on-call safety/lifeguard staff.
• Train staff to exceed industry standards, benchmarking against certifications like BWRAG and US Life Saving Association.
• Manage risk mitigation processes, determining necessary lifeguard coverage and safety measures.
• Oversee and monitor pool patrons for adherence to health, safety, and sanitation rules.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and establish controls to prevent/reduce accidents.
• Authorize on and off-campus activities by monitoring weather and water conditions.
• Support water activities year-round for educational programming, including preschool programs and summer programs.

Operations Management

• Oversee scheduling for all water-related activities, including pool usage and aquatic field trips, ensuring equitable access for multiple users. Perf