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Form#: 8-52 <br /> 7/18/91 <br /> DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE <br /> REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION <br /> DEPARTMENT: Fire DATE: March 16, 2023 <br /> STAFF CONTACT: Darwin Okinaka PHONE: 808-932-2906 <br /> A. REQUEST: <br /> Creation of a Clerk III Position for Ocean Safety <br /> To be fully funded by State Ocean Safety Grants from Hapuna and Kua Bay <br /> B. BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION (USE ADDITIONAL SHEETS AS NEEDED): <br /> The Hawaii Fire Department is seeking to create two new positions for which funding has already been <br /> located and approved through Deanna Sako in finance. These positions are.a Water Safety Officer V and a <br /> Clerk III for the Ocean Safety Branch of the Hawaii Fire Department. This B-52 covers the Clerk III position. <br /> A clerk dedicated to supporting the clerical needs of the lifeguard team would be a valuable addition to the <br /> beach safety operation. The primary responsibility of the clerk would be to handle the administrative and <br /> clerical tasks associated with managing the records and documents related to the lifeguard team's activities. <br /> The clerk would be responsible for organizing and maintaining records of lifeguard certifications,training, <br /> and performance evaluations, ensuring that all records are up-to-date and accessible to the appropriate <br /> individuals. This would not only help to streamline operations but also ensure compliance with relevant <br /> regulations and safety standards. <br /> In addition to managing records, the clerk would provide administrative support to the lifeguard team, including <br /> scheduling and coordinating training sessions, meetings, and events. This would help ensure that lifeguards <br /> have the necessary resources and support to perform their duties effectively and efficiently.The clerk would <br /> also provide general office support to the Ocean Safety Officer V, supervisory captains, and the lieutenant. <br /> This may include answering phones, responding to emails, and processing paperwork. <br /> Overall, the addition of a clerk to support the clerical needs of the lifeguard team would provide significant <br /> benefits to the beach safety operation. By ensuring that records are organized, up-to-date, and accessible, <br /> the clerk would help to maintain the highest level of safety for beachgoers while also supporting the efficient <br /> operation of the lifeguard team. <br /> SIGNED: DATE: 3/17/2023 <br /> Department Head <br />