Job Details
Senior Pool Lifeguard - SR-15
2024-09-14 Hawaii County, HI all cities,HI
Description:
Examples of Duties
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:
Note: Scan and attach certifications to your application. Certificates must be maintained on a current basis.
Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.
Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.
Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.
Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.
Knowledge of: techniques and methods of lifesaving and the proper use of lifesaving equipment; first aid principles and practices; techniques of demonstration and instruction; principles and practices of supervision; basic methods and practices of filtering and purifying swimming pool water; cleaning practices and equipment and supplies used in pool maintenance; report writing; and public relations.
Ability to: plan, assign, direct, and review the work of others; supervise and participate in the maintenance and repair of the aquatic facility and equipment; conduct water rescues; administer first aid and CPR; recognize when ill or injured persons require professional medical care; plan, develop, and implement aquatic instructional and recreational activities; conduct training classes; prepare concise, complete, and accurate reports; establish an effective working relationship with staff and members of the public of varying backgrounds and ages; and enforce regulations tactfully and effectively.
Physical and Health Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Effort Grouping: Special
Benefits of County employment: The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.
Supplemental Information
Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required:
PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS:Please ensure that the email address and mobile phone number you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails and text messages or fail to check your email box or NEOGOV account INBOX in a timely manner. Checking your NEOGOV account INBOX daily is recommended and is the most secure method to check on notices sent to you. This is a new feature created by our vendor, NEOGOV.
Please add to your contact list. Open your NEOGOV account using your user name and password. In the upper right hand corner of the account is your name, and under your name, click on INBOX to view all notices sent you. The notices will appear here in the INBOX even in the event you don't receive it on your cell phone, computer, or other electronic device. This is the best way to check and view all notices sent to you.
You will receive a confirmation email upon successfully submitting your application. Failure to receive this confirmation email, indicates that your application was not submitted.
Benefits of County employment: The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.
These benefits are administered by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund. For more information about current employee contribution rates and plans see the EUTF website ().
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REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. The information provided to these Supplemental Questions may be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements and/or your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. Any information you submit may be verified.
When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience Sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking.
I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or my receiving a lower examination score. I also understand that I may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. However, I may attach a resume to the application to provide additional information.
02
Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the closing date of the recruitment, unless otherwise specified. Your possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position. It is essential that you describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.
Note: Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour work weeks. Part-time experience must be pro-rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours per week is equivalent to six months of experience. In addition, hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week, per work experience, will not be credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours per week is equivalent to one year, not one and one-half years.
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Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED or HiSET)?
04
Do you have two (2) years of lifeguarding work experience?
05
If you answered "Yes" to question #4, please describe your lifeguarding work experience. Treat each change in employer or position separately. Include the following information:
A. Employer's name
B. Your job title
C. Employment dates (from month/day/year to month/day/year)
D. Hours worked per week
E. Detailed description of your lifeguarding duties
F. The percentage of time you spent performing this work
If you answered "No," enter N/A.
Be specific and complete ALL questions for ALL experience you are claiming. The following are unacceptable responses:
- See above
- Refer to resume
- See attached
06
Do you have a current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor's Certificate?(Scan and attach a copy of your current certificate to your application.)
07
Do you have a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate? (Shallow Water Lifeguarding and Aquatic Attraction Lifeguarding certifications do not qualify).(Scan and attach a copy of your current certificate to your application.)
08
Do you have a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Training Instructor Certificate?(Scan and attach a copy of your current certificate to your application.)
09
If you answered "No" to question #6, #7, and #8 please list your current equivalent certification(s).(Scan and attach a copy of your current certificate(s) to your application.)
10
Do you have a valid State of Hawai`i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at the time of filing? (Note: You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire.)
Required Question
Salary : $48,936.00 Annually
Location : Island-wide, HI
Job Type: Permanent & Temporary Positions
Job Number: 2024-00162
Department: Parks and Recreation
Division: Aquatics
Opening Date: 08/11/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Duties Summary
Supervises and participates in lifeguard duties to ensure the safety of patrons at a pool up to depths greater than nine feet; manages an aquatic center or facility and plans, schedules, and supervises the work of lifeguards and other assigned employees; plans, organizes, and conducts instructional and recreational activities; responsible for the maintenance and repair of the facilities; works with community groups and the public on program activities, scheduling, and resolving concerns regarding the center; and performs other related duties as required.
There are two (2) immediate vacancies with the Department of Parks and Recreation - Aquatics Division:
- one (1) permanent full-time vacancy at Konawaena Swimming Pool.
- one (1) permanent full-time vacancy at Laupahoehoe Swimming Pool.
Examples of Duties
- Supervises and establishes work schedules for lifeguards and others assigned to pool to ensure proper coverage and the safety of the patrons.
- Plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates all programs and activities for the assigned facility; modifies and changes activities as appropriate; publicizes program and activities; maintains and prepares reports of activities and statistics on pool utilization.
- Maintains liaison with the public and community groups to survey interests and to recruit volunteers and participants for activities.
- Works with the public, other agencies, and county personnel in addressing issues and concerns regarding the pool and the scheduling of its use.
- Enforces ordinances, laws, and safety regulations.
- Watches over patrons at a public swimming pool to protect life and prevent accidents; performs rescues and resuscitations when necessary.
- Administers first aid for injuries.
- Conducts training classes and drills in lifesaving techniques including first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and use of lifesaving equipment; gives instructions in swimming, water safety, and in pool maintenance.
- Assists in planning and coordinating and participates in county-wide aquatic activities.
- Maintains, sets up, and operates various pool equipment such as ramps and lifts for persons with disabilities, diving boards, lane lines, timing/scoring systems, etc., requests for new or replacement equipment.
- Inspects the pool and facilities and initiates maintenance work orders or requests for safety and patron accommodation concerns.
- Maintains and/or directs the maintenance of all equipment and supplies associated with the pool to ensure a safe and healthy environment for the public.
- Maintains and/or oversees the maintenance of water quality to meet health standards and regulations; maintains proper storage and usage of hazardous chemicals, utilizing appropriate safety equipment as required; keeps daily records of activities relating to the maintenance of water quality.
- Participates in personnel related matters concerning employees assigned to the facility.
- Operates a vehicle to run errands such as make bank deposits, pick up supplies, etc.
- May assist in pool maintenance.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:
- graduation from high school, and
- two (2) years of life guarding work experience, and
- a current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor's Certificate, and
- a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate (Shallow Water Lifeguarding and Aquatic Attraction Lifeguarding certifications do not qualify), and
- a current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Instructor Certificate, or
- other current equivalent certification, and
- possession of a valid State of Hawai'i drivers license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable drivers license at the time of filing. (You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at the time of hire.)
Note: Scan and attach certifications to your application. Certificates must be maintained on a current basis.
Examination: All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points. An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant's training, education and experience as presented in the application.
Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully. Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score. It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.
Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application.
Note: In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai'i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.
Knowledge of: techniques and methods of lifesaving and the proper use of lifesaving equipment; first aid principles and practices; techniques of demonstration and instruction; principles and practices of supervision; basic methods and practices of filtering and purifying swimming pool water; cleaning practices and equipment and supplies used in pool maintenance; report writing; and public relations.
Ability to: plan, assign, direct, and review the work of others; supervise and participate in the maintenance and repair of the aquatic facility and equipment; conduct water rescues; administer first aid and CPR; recognize when ill or injured persons require professional medical care; plan, develop, and implement aquatic instructional and recreational activities; conduct training classes; prepare concise, complete, and accurate reports; establish an effective working relationship with staff and members of the public of varying backgrounds and ages; and enforce regulations tactfully and effectively.
Physical and Health Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Effort Grouping: Special
Benefits of County employment: The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include telecommuting, alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
- Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year.
- Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire - up to 21 days per year.
- Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
- Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
- County Tuition Reimbursement Program: This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
- Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
- Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
- Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
- Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai'i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
- Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
- Credit Union Membership
- Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.
Supplemental Information
Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required:
- an official college transcript,
- a valid driver's license,
- a temporary assignment verification,
- professional licenses, and/or
- certificates.
PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS:Please ensure that the email address and mobile phone number you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails and text messages or fail to check your email box or NEOGOV account INBOX in a timely manner. Checking your NEOGOV account INBOX daily is recommended and is the most secure method to check on notices sent to you. This is a new feature created by our vendor, NEOGOV.
Please add to your contact list. Open your NEOGOV account using your user name and password. In the upper right hand corner of the account is your name, and under your name, click on INBOX to view all notices sent you. The notices will appear here in the INBOX even in the event you don't receive it on your cell phone, computer, or other electronic device. This is the best way to check and view all notices sent to you.
You will receive a confirmation email upon successfully submitting your application. Failure to receive this confirmation email, indicates that your application was not submitted.
Benefits of County employment: The County of Hawai'i offers a competitive compensation package. Your total compensation is comprised of your salary and a generous range of valuable benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include telecommuting, alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
- Vacation: Employees start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire. 14 hours are earned after a full month of service, which equals to 21 days per year, with a maximum accumulation of 90 working days.
- Sick Leave: Employees start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire. 14 hours are earned after a full month of service, which equals to 21 days per year, with no limitation on the amount of sick leave that may be accumulated.
- Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
- Training and Development: The County provides a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
- County Tuition Reimbursement Program: Scholarship program for employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning, subject to eligibility requirements and reimbursement limits.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit
- Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan covered under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. It provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries. For more information visit
- Deferred Compensation: Eligible employees may participate in the Island Savings Plan (a deferred compensation plan as provided under Section 457 of the Internal Revenue Code.) This is a voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan that allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions into a variety of investment options.
- Flexible Spending Plan: Eligible employees can use pre-tax dollars to pay for their portion of insurance premiums, qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses.
- Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai'i offers the following health benefit plans for eligible employees:
- Medical Plan (HMO or PPO)
- Vision Plan
- Dental Plan
- Prescription Drug Plan
These benefits are administered by the Hawaii Employer-Union Health Benefits Trust Fund. For more information about current employee contribution rates and plans see the EUTF website ().
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The County offers a voluntary assistance program which provides its employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
- Group Life Insurance: The County provides a free life insurance policy for active employees.
- Credit Union Membership
- Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, such as: Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Victims Protection Leave, Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, Donor Leave, and Jury Duty.
01
REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. The information provided to these Supplemental Questions may be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements and/or your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score. Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions. Any information you submit may be verified.
When applying for this position, I understand that I must thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience Sections of my application and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each position that I feel qualifies me for the job I am seeking.
I have read the above statement and understand that failure to provide sufficient detailed information may result in my application being rejected or my receiving a lower examination score. I also understand that I may not submit resumes in lieu of filling out the application or answering the Supplemental Questions. However, I may attach a resume to the application to provide additional information.
- I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above information.
02
Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the closing date of the recruitment, unless otherwise specified. Your possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position. It is essential that you describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.
Note: Calculation of experience is based on full-time, 40-hour work weeks. Part-time experience must be pro-rated. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours per week is equivalent to six months of experience. In addition, hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week, per work experience, will not be credited. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours per week is equivalent to one year, not one and one-half years.
- I acknowledge that I have read and understand the above information.
03
Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED or HiSET)?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have two (2) years of lifeguarding work experience?
- Yes
- No
05
If you answered "Yes" to question #4, please describe your lifeguarding work experience. Treat each change in employer or position separately. Include the following information:
A. Employer's name
B. Your job title
C. Employment dates (from month/day/year to month/day/year)
D. Hours worked per week
E. Detailed description of your lifeguarding duties
F. The percentage of time you spent performing this work
If you answered "No," enter N/A.
Be specific and complete ALL questions for ALL experience you are claiming. The following are unacceptable responses:
- See above
- Refer to resume
- See attached
06
Do you have a current American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor's Certificate?(Scan and attach a copy of your current certificate to your application.)
- Yes
- No
07
Do you have a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certificate? (Shallow Water Lifeguarding and Aquatic Attraction Lifeguarding certifications do not qualify).(Scan and attach a copy of your current certificate to your application.)
- Yes
- No
08
Do you have a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Training Instructor Certificate?(Scan and attach a copy of your current certificate to your application.)
- Yes
- No
09
If you answered "No" to question #6, #7, and #8 please list your current equivalent certification(s).(Scan and attach a copy of your current certificate(s) to your application.)
10
Do you have a valid State of Hawai`i driver's license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at the time of filing? (Note: You will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire.)
- Yes
- No
Required Question