The County of Hawai‘i Department of Parks and Recreation is now accepting applications for summer lifeguard positions at county pools.  

The pay for the temporary lifeguards, who are hired annually to support the expansion of swimming lesson programs during the summer, is $20 per hour.  

Applicants must commit to working from May 21, 2026- Aug. 10, 2026, including evenings and weekends, as applicable. Schedules vary by facility.

The application deadline is March 31, and applicants must be 18 years old by the deadline. Additional requirements include a current lifeguarding certification and the successful completion of a swimming and skills test.  

The Summer Pool Lifeguard application, which includes more information about qualifications and requirements, is available on the Aquatics Section web page at https://tinyurl.com/HawaiiCountyAquatics.