Recreation Director II; SWIM; SR

Overview

Do you have experience with planning and organizing aquatic programs? Join the Department of Parks and Recreation. Apply Today! The Department of Parks and Recreation, Park Maintenance and Recreation Services Division is hiring three (3) Recreation Director II (Swim) positions, one located at the Waialua Complex, one at the Makiki Complex and one at the Manoa Complex. These positions independently perform professional work in planning, organizing, and directing a comprehensive aquatic program at one or more municipal aquatic facilities;

is responsible for the overall operation of the pool complex; develops a wide variety of comprehensive aquatic programs; and performs other related duties as required.

Examples of duties of a Recreation Director II (Swim), include but are not limited to the following:

• Develops specialized comprehensive aquatic programs, including tiny tot, senior citizens, exercise and water sports activities;
• Researches and anticipates community interest and needs, and plans and organizes programs and activities in response to these needs;
• Establishes program objectives and goals;
• Recruits, trains, and supervises instructors and lifeguards;
• Evaluates programs through feedback and statistics;
• Conducts feasibility studies and adjusts and offers programs as applicable;
• Develops and organizes special events, competitive swim programs, and other aquatic activities;
• Assesses budgetary requirements of the facility and prepares and submits recommendations for operating budget;
• Recommends and enforces departmental rules and regulations;
• Recommends and develops standards, policies and procedures for aquatic programs and facilities;
• Operates a light motorized vehicle to pick-up/drop off documents and supplies, and to attend training or meetings; and
• Operates a Department of Parks and Recreation van or mini bus to transport program participants to various sites.

May be required to work evenings, holidays, and weekends. Will serve as a Disaster Response Worker during declared emergencies.

If you qualify for the position, your name will be placed on an eligible list for further consideration. This list may be used to fill current and future vacancies in this department. Applications must be submitted online at  to be accepted.

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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.

Education Requirement
Equivalent to graduation from a regionally-accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in recreation, physical education, education or a related field. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at a regionally-accredited college/university in the United States. In order to receive credit for the education, a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.

Verification Requirement:
You must submit evidence of your Bachelor’s degree in order to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your documents to:
Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. Copies will not be returned. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to…