Aquatic Facility Coordinator - INTERNAL ONLY

King County•Wa 98023, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

King County Parks is looking for two enthusiastic and positive individuals to join our team as Aquatic Facility Coordinators. 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. The essential leadership work of this team can truly help facilitate greater services for our teams and patrons, which will improve the livelihood and quality of life for our greater King County communities. This is your chance to be on the front lines, helping to provide water safety and education to our team of lifeguards and community! 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. In this role, you’ll 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. The Aquatic Facility Coordinators oversee 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. King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily 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 http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity . Apply now for a rewarding career at the King County Parks Division of the King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

Requirements

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.
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.
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)

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.