This posting may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates for the Part-Time Aquatic Control Room Technicians in the Parks Division during the following six months.

Join Our Team as a Part-Time Aquatic Control Room Technician at a World-Class Aquatic Center!

Are you ready to make a splash in an exciting role at one of the nation's premier aquatic facilities? King County Parks is seeking enthusiastic Part-Time Aquatic Center Control Room Technicians to join the team at the iconic Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center (WKCAC) in Federal Way, WA.

Why You'll Love Working Here: Imagine being part of a venue that boasts an Olympic-sized competition pool, a legacy of the 1990 Goodwill Games, and serves as a hub for competitive aquatic sports. From hosting high-profile national and international competitions to offering public swim sessions, water exercise classes, and swimming lessons, WKCAC is more than just a pool-it's a vibrant community hub.

About the Role: As an Aquatic Center Control Room Technician, you'll be at the heart of the action, ensuring seamless aquatic events by operating:

• Timekeeping equipment
• Scoreboards
• Data handling software
• Video replay systems

Your role as a technical expert requires precision, problem-solving skills, and the ability to deliver outstanding customer service under dynamic and demanding circumstances. You'll use multiple specialized software applications to support co-workers and ensure every event runs smoothly.

About Our Team: The WKCAC team thrives on its active event schedule, which includes hosting competitions of all sizes-many with national and international significance. Joining us means being part of a group dedicated to excellence and community impact.

Why You Should Apply:

• Work in a dynamic environment where every day brings something new.
• Be part of a team that plays a critical role in creating memorable aquatic events.
• Contribute to King County's image in the competitive swimming community through world-class events.

Ready to dive into an exciting role? Apply today and become part of the legacy at WKCAC!

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Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: 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 a Part-Time Aquatic Center Control Room Technician, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work.  

• Operate OMEGA sports equipment for swimming, diving, synchronized swimming, and water polo.
• Operate software for data handling, scoreboard operation, and video replay systems, as well as printers and copiers to support event needs.
• Operate walkie-talkies and other communication devices while performing "runner" duties, such as gathering information from timers and event staff on the pool deck.
• Assist in replacing event pool deck equipment.

Ability to:

• Operate database software applications.
• Apply standards, policies, and procedures associated with aquatic events.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships, provide excellent customer service, and positively interact with a variety of people in a diverse work environment. 
• Prioritize workload, adapt to changes, and provide high level of accuracy. 
• Learn and master operation of Omega sports equipment and event management software within 2 months.
• Assist in emergency situations, including facility evacuations.      

Competencies You Bring: 

• Tech Savvy: Anticipate and adopt innovations in business-building digital and technology applications.
• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

It Would Be Great If You Also Bring Experience:

• Officiating or managing aquatic sports competitions.
• Operating sports management software such as Hytek
• Managing OMEGA sports equipment for swimming, diving, synchronized swimming, and water polo events.
• Controlling LED videowall scoreboards.

• Work Location:  King County Aquatic Center, 650 SW Campus Dr., Federal Way WA. 98023
• Work Schedule: The work schedule for this position varies based on the schedule of aquatic events and the employee's availability. Events at the Aquatic Center are typically on the weekends, however some may start earlier in the week on Wednesday. The Part-Time Control Room Technician can expect to will work an average of 17 hours per week.
• FLSA Status:  This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and is overtime eligible.
• Union Representation:  This position is not represented by a union.
• Duration: This recruitment aims to fill a Short-Term Temporary (STT) position working up to 960 hours per year. NOTE: King County employees can only hold one position at a time, i.e., holding multiple temporary positions or a regular position and a temporary position at the same time is not permitted.
• Physical Requirements include the ability to:

• Sit, stand, step up onto a 12" high elevated stage, and walk for shifts up to 12 hours.
• Regularly operate swimming-related equipment and computers for extended periods of up to 4 hours at a time.
• Lift up to 40 lbs.
• Tolerate loud sounds (officials using whistles and stadium music played over the PA system).
• Work under overhead LED lighting up to 200 footcandles, with brief moments of flashing light patterns. 
  
  

Who May Apply: This position is open to all qualified applicants. Must be 18 years old.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in an interview.  

To apply, submit a complete application. A cover letter and resume are not required for this application process. Please ensure your King County application is updated with any new qualifications or experiences you have gained since your last application for a King County position.

Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Crystal Yost at cyost@kingcounty.gov.

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Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference?Come join the teamdedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

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