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Kamehameha Schools

Lifeguard (Temporary, On-Call)

Makawao, HI · On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

Job Posting Title Lifeguard (Temporary, On-Call) Employee Type Various Recruiting Start Date 11-06-2025 Job Exempt? No Recruiting End Date Open Until Filled Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in ...

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Lifeguard (Temporary)

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$14.25 - $18/hr

Job Posting Title Lifeguard (Temporary) Employee Type Various Recruiting Start Date 03-20-2026 Job Exempt? No Recruiting End Date Open Until Filled Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha ...

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Lifeguard (Temporary, On-Call)

Kamehameha Schools

Makawao, HI • On-site

$15 - $19.25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Job description

Job Posting Title
Lifeguard (Temporary, On-Call)
Employee Type
Various
Recruiting Start Date
11-06-2025
Job Exempt?
No
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 'ohana!
Our Kamehameha Schools' Maui Campus Athletics Program is seeking Lifeguards to support our Aquatics Operations. These are temporary, on-call positions with available work hours based on operational need.
Job Summary
Under general supervision; assists in the oversight of the swimming pool and surrounding deck areas; assists in the supervision of all pool facilities users; assists in the enforcement of all pool rules and regulations; initiates rescues and administers first aid; cleans pool and immediate deck/bathroom/locker room areas; monitors pool water chemistry and supervises off-campus, aquatics field trips. May supervise site during absence of Aquatics Supervisor or Lead Lifeguard.
Essential Responsibilities
  • Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and during field trips at off campus sites (e.g. beaches, river, or non-KS pools) to ensure that policies, guidelines and safety procedures are followed.
  • Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger; enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
  • Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action plan as required.
  • Inspects pool facilities, equipment and water to ensure that they are safe and usable; supervises and assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment; assists with chlorine residual water tests and with records and charts of water tests and records of accidents; adds chemicals to pool water as directed.
  • Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning; administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
  • Instructs or assists classes in fundamentals of swimming as needed.
  • Resolves scheduling conflicts to ensure safe pool environment when competing programs/priorities require use of aquatic facilities.
  • Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at aquatics facilities, at the beach/ocean, or other offsite natural pools, streams or rivers to determine any potential dangers or hazards, then adjusting programs as necessary to ensure the safety of the haumana and other staff.
  • Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats to their safety.

Position Requirements
Minimum Requirements - An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.
  • High school diploma/equivalent
  • Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent.
  • American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent.
  • American Red Cross Standard First Aid, or equivalent.
  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills to supervise and communicate with a diverse population to acquire compliance on rules and regulations.
  • Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at aquatics facilities, at the beach/ocean, or other offsite natural pools, streams or rivers to determine any potential dangers or hazards, then adjusting programs as necessary to ensure the safety of the haumana and other staff.
  • Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats to their safety.
  • Ability to employ appropriate lifesaving techniques and rescue methods appropriate for the site and conditions that apply.
  • Knowledge and ability to render first aid as applied to accidents in water and surrounding areas.
  • Effectively enforce pool rules, understanding of pool rules and regulations governing swimming pool operation.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Knowledge of swimming pool chemistry and water testing. Ability to evaluate test results and adjust water chemistry as necessary.
  • Knowledge of proper swimming techniques and ability to teach all age levels.
  • Ocean lifeguarding experience.
  • Ability to work flexible hours.

Preferred Qualifications
  • 1st Responder Certification.
  • Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI).
  • 6 months of related work experience.
  • Ocean rescue experience.
  • Previous experience teaching school-aged children.
  • Previous experience in a school-setting.
  • Knowledge of and sensitivity to Hawaiian culture and Christian values.

Physical and Mental Requirements
  • Frequently grasps with light or fine manipulation, writes by hand, talks or hears.
  • Frequently stands and/or walks, swims, and lifts and/or carries, pushes and/or pulls objects that weigh 50 pounds.
  • Frequently twists, bends, stoops, squats, kneels, crawls, climbs, reaches or works above shoulder, or grasps firmly.

Working Conditions (including environmental conditions)
  • This position involves traveling to various locations, on- and off-campus.
  • Work is conducted in a pool setting, with wet surfaces in a school environment. May require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces such as beaches or other outdoor environments.
  • Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but evening and weekend hours are often required to meet goals and objectives.
  • Frequent exposure to high humidity, sun and/or windy conditions.
  • Occasional exposure to unstable ground when offsite at ocean, pond or river.

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Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at hr@ksbe.edu or 808-534-8040 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
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Work Year
Pay Range
21.35 - 28.30 Hourly
Compensation and Benefits
Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs.
At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee 'ohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.
Primary Location
Maui Campus
City, State
Makawao, Hawaii
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