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Job Description
Summary
Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center (WKCAC) is seeking an innovative and technically skilled Aquatic Systems Specialist to help power world-class aquatic events with precision and reliability.
As WKCAC’s lead expert in Swiss Omega timing systems, you will play a critical role in delivering accurate, high-performance competition operations at one of the nation’s premier natatoriums. Our 2,500-seat facility hosts more than 50 national and international events each year while also serving the community through team training and recreational programming.
About the Role:
The Aquatic Systems Specialist role is a unique opportunity for a skilled and innovative professional to thrive in a fast-paced, highly technical environment supporting world-class aquatic events. In this role, you will design and enhance tools and systems that improve timing operations, optimize performance, and ensure the precision and reliability required for elite competitions. Working independently, you will apply advanced technical expertise and problem-solving skills to drive continuous operational excellence behind the scenes of competitive aquatics. If you are passionate about technology, innovation, and high-performance environments, apply today to join a nationally recognized venue where excellence, community, and competitive swimming and diving come together.
In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future temporary term-limited or specialist duty assignment Aquatic Systems Specialist vacancies within the Parks Division over the next six months.
About the Team:
The Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center (WKCAC), a legacy venue from the 1990 Seattle Goodwill Games, stands as one of the premier natatoriums in the nation, featuring both diving and swimming complexes. Renowned for hosting the 2000 and 2012 Olympic Diving Trials, it hosted the BIG-12 Swimming and Diving Championships and the 2025 NCAA Swimming Championships.
With one of the most active competition schedules in the country, WKCAC features all-day events, including high-profile televised national and international competitions that significantly enhance King County’s reputation. Beyond its competitive offerings, the facility welcomes the public for team training, lap swims, family swims, and swimming lessons, while also providing a banquet hall for weddings, parties, and corporate events.
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 an Aquatic Systems Specialist, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity .
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Job Duties
What You Will Be Doing :- Serve as the technical expert for Swiss Omega timing systems, overseeing the set-up, operation, and maintenance of timing hardware and software components during aquatic events.
- Manage meet operations through Hy-Tek Meet Manager and Team Manager, including event configuration, athlete entries, seeding, and real-time results processing and distribution.
- Create and refine customized tools, templates, and workflows that improve operational efficiency, reporting capabilities, and data accuracy.
- Diagnose and resolve technical issues involving timing systems, software interfaces, and data synchronization while working independently in a fast-paced event environment.
- Design, test, and implement system modifications and specialized applications that support evolving operational needs and ensure seamless integration between timing and meet management systems.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Qualifications You Bring :- Experience using Swiss Omega timing systems and Hy-Tek Meet/Team Manager to administer competitive swimming events.
- Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to resolve issues related to competition timing equipment and software.
- Experience designing, testing, and modifying specialized applications or system configurations.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and report event/program concerns/urgent issues.
- Ability to communicate effectively with the public and coworkers while providing excellent customer service.
Physical Requirements :- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to assist with rental set-up, clean-up, and take-down.
- Ability to bend, reach, sit for long periods of time
Workplace Exposures: Exposure to loud crowds during events.
Competencies You Bring :
Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
Collaborates: Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Interpersonal Savvy: Ability to relate openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
Values Differences: Ability to recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Communicates Effectively: Ability to develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Required Certifications :
The following trainings and certifications must be obtained within 6 months of accepting the position. Both can be obtained onsite through King County Parks with a certified trainer.
- American Red Cross First Aid, CPR & AED.
- Bloodborne Pathogens & Preventing Disease Transmission.
Supplemental Information
Work Location : Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center (WKCAC) at 650 SW Campus Dr., Federal Way, WA.
Work Schedule : This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. Work is onsite and schedule is based on number of events happening in any given month. Events take place on weekends throughout the day and weekdays in the evenings occasionally. The Aquatics Systems Specialist must have the ability to work evenings, weekends and/or split shifts. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
Union Representation : This position is not represented by a union.
Duration : This recruitment aims to fill a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) position or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) with an anticipated duration of 18 to 24 months. If the position is filled by a King County employee who has successfully completed their initial probation, they will be offered the role as a Special Duty Assignment.
Application and Selection Process :
We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
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 one or more panel interviews.
To apply, submit a:- Complete Application
- Resume (PDF)
Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.
Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Crystal Yost at cyost@kingcounty.gov .
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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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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.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12paid holidays each year plus twopersonal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental,family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
Closing Date/Time: 5/31/2026 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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King County Water and Land Resources Division
Show moreThe Water and Land Resources Division is at the forefront of King County’s efforts to protect and restore clean water and healthy habitat and strengthen the resilience of communities, environment, and infrastructure in the face climate change. We are a dedicated workforce of more than 400 supported by an annual budget of ~$250 million. WLRD has a strong track record of developing innovative strategies for protecting working farms and forests, restoring habitat, protecting water quality, and ensuring people have equitable access to green space. We reduce flood hazards, manage stormwater facilities, and reduce toxic threats. Our Environmental Lab and Science section maintain high-quality data sets used in long term-water quality trend analysis and use Best Available Science to inform decision making. We house three salmon recovery forums and support the Land Conservation Initiative, which will preserve our last, most important natural lands and urban green spaces over the next 30 years. Our forestry and agricultural programs help people protect their lands and support local food production.
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