Pool Guard Trainee (SR-11)

About the role

Molokai, Maui (Various locations)

SHIFT MAY VARY, MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS, INCLUDING: NIGHTS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.

Responsibilities

• Attends training sessions and participates in informal discussions, on-the-job training, practice drills and demonstrations concerning lifeguarding and first aid procedures and techniques.
• Familiarizes self with departmental policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Provides information and assistance to the general public.
• Maintains the pool and surrounding pool area.
• Under immediate supervision, performs limited lifeguarding duties.

Requirements

• Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3).
• Possession of a current American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguard Training or Lifeguarding Certificate;
• A current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Certificate or ARC Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for the Professional Rescuer Certificate;
• A current ARC Water Safety Instructor Certificate;
• Completion of the Emergency Medical Responder course.

Qualifications

• Ability to: Understand and follow oral and written instructions; learn and apply lifeguarding and first aid methods and techniques; learn the operation and maintenance of the various pool equipment; act quickly and effectively in emergency situations; swim and learn water rescue techniques; read and understand rules and regulations; work effectively with others; deal tactfully and professionally with the public.

Skills

Skills Assessment Applicants are required to complete a performance exam. To participate in the performance exam, you must sign a waiver verifying that you are physically and mentally fit to participate in the 300 meter swim.

Benefits

The above recruitment is being administered on an open-competitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services.

Pay

Serves in a trainee capacity, receiving on-and-off-the job training to learn the theories, techniques and methods used in lifeguarding; maintains pool and pool area; performs lifeguard duties under immediate supervision; and performs other related duties as required.

Schedule

Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range from SR-11C ($3,606) to SR-11E ($3,900) per month.