Director, Aquatic Programs (Swim)

Make a splash in your community—lead safe, fun, and engaging aquatic programs The Department of Parks and Recreation, Park Maintenance and Recreation Services Division, is hiring two (2) Recreation Director II (Swim) positions, one located at the Waialua Complex, and one at the Makiki Complex. These positions independently perform professional work in planning, organizing, and directing a comprehensive aquatic program at one or more municipal aquatic facilities. What You Will Do: Develop and coordinate aquatic programs for all ages (tiny tots, seniors, exercise, and water sports) while organizing special events and competitive swim activities. Assess community needs and plan programs by researching interest, setting program goals, and adjusting offerings based on feasibility and demand. Recruit, train, and supervise staff—including instructors and lifeguards—to ensure safe and effective program delivery. Evaluate program performance using participant feedback and statistics to improve services and outcomes. Support facility operations and compliance by preparing budget recommendations, enforcing departmental rules, developing policies and procedures. Transport supplies or participants using department vehicles. Special Working Conditions: May be required to work evenings, holidays, and weekends. Will serve as a Disaster Response Worker during declared emergencies. Benefits: Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more. For details about all our available benefits, visit Education Requirement Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in recreation, physical education, education or a related field. Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis. For example: Four (4) years of professional work experience, in any occupation, may substitute for a general bachelor’s degree. Four (4) years of general work experience (does not need to be professional level) in recreation may substitute for a general bachelor’s degree. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at an accredited college/university in the United States. Documentation such as a foreign credential evaluation must be provided. Experience Requirement One (1) year of professional experience in planning, organizing, and directing recreational activities. A Master’s degree in recreation, physical education, or education from an accredited university substitutes for the one (1) year of required experience. License Requirement Prior to appointment, possession of a valid: Driver’s license (automobile/Type 3). American Red Cross First Aid Certificate or equivalent. Either an American Red Cross or American Heart Association Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and AED Certificate, to include care for choking and obstructed airway, or equivalent. Prior to completion of probation, possession of a valid: American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certificate or equivalent. American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certificate or equivalent. American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate or equivalent. American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor Certificate or equivalent. American Red Cross Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and AED Instructor Certificate, to include care for choking and obstructed airway, or equivalent. Department of Parks and Recreation van certificate. The above certificates and licenses must be maintained on a current basis thereafter as a condition of employment. Citizenship and Eligibility At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr City and County of Honolulu, HI