Aquatics Coordinator

Aquatic Facility Coordinator - INTERNAL ONLY Salary: $38.88 - $49.29 Hourly Location: King County Aquatics Center, 650 SW Campus Dr., Federal Way, WA 98023, WA Job Type: Career Service (Exec) Job Number: 2026-26749 Department: DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks Division: Parks FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines Full- or Part-Time: Full Time Summary In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Aquatic Facility Coordinator vacancies within the Parks Division over the next six months. The following opportunity is open only to current DNRP Parks King County employees. Are you passionate about providing water recreation and sporting opportunities to community members? King County Parks is looking for an enthusiastic and positive individual to join our team as Aquatic Facility Coordinator. In this role, you will support active recreational activities, public programs and high volume, elite sporting events for thousands of local, national and international athletes. This is your chance to be on the front lines, helping to provide water safety and education to our team of lifeguards and community! About the Role In this important role, you will oversee the daily supervision, scheduling, and professional development of lifeguard and instructional staff at a large regional aquatic facility, ensuring consistent adherence to safety protocols, complying with local health department codes and emergency response standards. You will write and coordinate training, conduct performance evaluations, monitor and develop public programs and collaborate with facility management to maintain a safe, efficient, and high‑quality aquatic environment for patrons and staff. About the Team The Aquatic Facility Coordinator oversees a diverse team of lifeguards and swim instructors whose work supports Parks’ mission by stewarding a safe, inclusive, and community‑centered aquatic environment. Our work aligns with the division’s vision of providing accessible, high quality‑programs that serve both regional and local communities, uphold safety standards, and promote equitable access for people of all ages and abilities. Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice King County is a diverse community representing cultures from around the world. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational expectation for all employees. As an Aquatic Facility Coordinator, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at Responsibilities Coordinate and manage scheduling for lifeguards and swim instructors to ensure adequate staffing for daily operations, swim lessons, and special programs. Oversee the logistics of a large public swim lessons program, including class assignments, instructor placement, and enrollment coordination with the Customer Service team. Develop and support a diverse team of full‑time and part‑time lifeguards and instructors, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback. Maintain clear communication with staff regarding schedules, policy updates, safety procedures, and program expectations. Monitor safety protocols to ensure compliance with safety standards, facility policies, and emergency response protocols. Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of new lifeguards and swim instructors. Manage administrative tasks such as attendance tracking, payroll verification, record keeping, and program documentation. Coordinate with facility management and front desk staff to address participant needs, schedule changes, and program inquiries. Evaluate swim lesson program effectiveness and assist with planning improvements to curriculum, scheduling, and staffing. Support special aquatic events, camps, or community programs by organizing staffing, logistics, and operational needs. Qualifications Demonstrated lifeguarding experience with current, industry‑recognized certifications that meet Seattle–King County Department of Health requirements for public aquatic facilities. Experience providing swimming instruction, including the ability to apply American Red Cross Learn‑to‑Swim standards and effectively adapt lessons for various ages, abilities, and learning styles. Experience contributing to the development or enhancement of programs, including identifying community needs and helping implement program improvements. At least two years of demonstrated leadership experience, including supporting staff and helping guide team goals. Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly, assist diverse community members, and resolve issues effectively. Physical Requirements Ability to hear and respond to two‑way radio calls in a busy environment. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Maintain a minimum of 20/40 vision, corrective lenses are acceptable. Bending, kneeling, standing, reaching, climbing, stooping, squatting, pushing and twisting. Ability to perform strenuous activity. Competencies Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Optimizes Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi‑mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Being Resilient: Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations. Required Licenses/Certifications American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Bloodborne Pathogens Training American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor (Within one year of hire) Pass KCAC LG Skills Test (Within one month of being hired) Working Conditions Work Location: Weyerhaeuser Aquatic Center, 650 SW Campus Dr, Federal Way, WA 98023. Work Schedule: This full‑time position works a 40‑hour work week. The position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. Work may occur outside a standard Monday–Friday schedule and may require early mornings, evenings, weekends, and periodic on‑call availability for staff support, program emergencies, and facility alarm responses. Additional Information King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. #J-18808-Ljbffr