Entry Level Color Guard Instructor Jobs in Hawaii

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Maui County (various), HI
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: HC 2025 - Pool Guard Trne
Department: Department of Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 12/05/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
IMMEDIATE VACANCIES:
Molokai, Maui (Various locations)
SHIFT MAY VARY, MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ALL SHIFTS, INCLUDING: NIGHTS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.
IMPORTANT: HIRING RATES WILL BE BASED ON AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS, THE APPLICANT'S QUALIFICATIONS, AND OTHER RELEVANT FACTORS.
Appointment may be made at any rate within the salary range from SR-11C ($3,606) to SR-11E ($3,900) per month.
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.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This class represents the entry level class in the Pool Guard series. It involves formal and informal training in the basic principles, practices, methods and techniques of lifeguarding. Work assignments are made concurrently with orientation and training, and continued guidance and instructions are provided during such assignments.
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.

• 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.

Minimum Qualification Requirements
Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school.
License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3).
Prior to completion of the probationary period, 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; and completion of the Emergency Medical Responder course.
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.
Health and Physical Condition:
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
Supplemental Information
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.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
If you have never applied for a job using the NEOGOV system, you must create an account. You will need a username, password, and working email address to create your account. Your detailed work history is required on the application. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is NOT an acceptable response under the "Work Experience" section. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. Applications may be rejected if they are incomplete.
RECRUITMENT IS ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY
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.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination
Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Drug Screening Test: All applicants, who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a pre-employment/post-offer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or re-evaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui.
Personnel Services Email:
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This position requires a combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school. Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent?

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This position requires the possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3). Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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