Pool Guard

County of Kauai; Hawaii; On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Kaua'i seeks a Pool Guard to protect life at the county swimming pool, enforce safety rules, and assist in water safety programs. Duties include responding to emergencies, performing first aid, and contributing to daily pool operations and maintenance.

The role requires lifesaving certification, CPR/AED, and a high school diploma, with a typical 7 days/week schedule and opportunities for training within the parks department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license (Hawaiʻi Type 3) or as required.
• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard certification or equivalent.
• CPR and AED for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent.
• American Heart Association/BLS certification.
• American Red Cross First Aid certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant surveillance of the pool and rescue swimmers as needed.
• Enforce pool safety regulations and take corrective action when required.
• Prepare daily logs and incident reports for accidents or first aid.
• Assist with aquatic instructional and recreational activities.
• Maintain water quality and monitor chemical levels.
• Operate pool circulation/filtration machinery and keep facilities safe.

Skills

Lifeguard

Emergency Response

Water Safety

First Aid

Education

High school diploma

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

CPR/AED Certification

BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification

Job description

Job Posting End Date:November 18, 2026 ARE YOU A CURRENT COUNTY OF KAUA'I EMPLOYEE?IF YES, DO NOT APPLY HERE! IF YOU APPLY ON THIS WEBSITE YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.This posting is for External Candidates only.Current County of Kaua'i employees, must apply on the Internal Career Site by clicking on this linkJob Title:Pool GuardSalary Range:N/APosition Salary:3,900.00 USD MonthlyLocation:Department of Parks & Recreation, RecreationCivil Service or Non Civil Servic e:Civil ServiceJob Summary:Independently performs duties at a swimming pool to protect life, prevent accidents, and assist persons in distress; enforces pool safety regulations; conducts or participates in water safety instructions, swimming instructions, and other recreational aquatic programs; maintains pool and pool area; and performs other related duties as required.Examples of Duties:Examples of Duties: ( The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.)Maintains constant surveillance of the designated pool and performs tasks to include rescuing swimmers, administering emergency life support measures, and applying immediate First Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation as needed;Enforces safety regulations and takes corrective action to ensure the safety of patrons;Prepares daily log and reports describing accidents, first aid given, drowning or near drowning, and other unusual circumstances;Assists and participates in program planning and scheduling, and conducting and coordinating aquatic instructional and recreational activities;Maintains water quality standards and keeps a daily record of all information;Operates all machinery of the circulation/filtration system;Maintains proper chemical standards and makes adjustments as needed;Maintains the proper storage and usage of hazardous chemicals, utilizing appropriate safety equipment as required;Maintains pool, pool deck, building, locker rooms, spectator areas and walkways, and all surrounding areas to assure a safe healthful environment;Attends in-service training classes; andPerforms other related duties as required.Minimum Qualifications:Training and Experience:A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school.License Requirement:Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license, as required (Hawai‘i Type 3 or equivalent); and possession of the following valid certifications:American Red Cross Lifeguard certification or equivalent;American Red Cross Community Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for the Professional Rescuer Certificate, or certificate of completion of the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider course, or equivalent;American Red Cross Community First Aid and Safety Certificate or equivalent;(These certificates must be maintained on a current basis thereafter).Testing:Applicants will be required to qualify on an appropriate examination.The examination will consist of a qualifying performance evaluation consisting of a 100-yard swim and dive.Please note exams are held ONLY on Kaua'i. We do NOT conduct testing in other jurisdictions.When attending the qualifying performance exam, please be prompt. There will be no admittance if you are late.No spectators are allowed at testing site(s).The performance examination dates will be determined at a later date.Work Shift/ Schedule:7 days/week operation (United States of America)Equal Opportunity EmployerIt is the policy of the County of Kauaʻi that there shall be no discrimination in employment pursuant to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as amended, and the Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapters 368 and 378 .Except for bona fide occupational or other legal requirements, no individual employed by the County, or applying for employment with the County, shall be subjected to discrimination on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy or reproductive health decisions, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation, Veteran status, credit history, domestic/sexual violence victim status, or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination