The City of Covington has a variety of uncompensated volunteer opportunities, depending on the volunteer's skills and availability. For more information about student volunteer positions, please follow the "Full Job Description" link below.

If you are interested in becoming a volunteer to give back to your community and would like to submit an application, please do NOT click on the employment application link on this page. You may print a Volunteer Application by accessing the "Forms" link at the top of this page, scroll down to the "Volunteer Information" heading, click on and print the appropriate volunteer application, then complete and mail it to: Attention: Victoria Throm; City of Covington; 16720 SE 271st Street, Suite 100; Covington, WA 98038.

If you would like additional information on volunteerism in the City of Covington, please call Victoria Throm at (253) 638-1110, ext. 2237.

Starting salary $13.83 per hour


Responsible for conducting a wide variety of swimming, diving, and specialty aquatic courses involving students of varying ages and abilities at the City of Covington's Aquatic Center. Primary duties include swimming, instruction, record keeping, and teaching the habits and attitudes to the public that lead to safe recreation.

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and possess the following: American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification, American Red Cross Lifeguard and First Aid Certification, American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer Certification, American Red Cross Blood Borne Pathogens Training Certification (or the ability to obtain within 6 months), and Northwest Lifeguard Certification (or the ability to obtain within 6 months). Preferred criteria include a minimum of one (1) year of work experience or some college-level coursework in recreation, education, or a related field.

This is a regular, ongoing part-time position with weekly work hours that may vary, depending on need and the assigned work schedule, but the typical work schedule will be less than 20 hours per week. Additional work hours may be available during the year-end holiday season and/or during the summer months. This position is not eligible for benefits such as medical benefits, paid sick leave, paid vacation leave, etc.

Employment application and the complete job description are available by clicking on the appropriate links on this page, by visiting City Hall between the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, or by calling (253) 638-1110, ext. 2237 or ext. 2240. Completed and signed applications may be delivered or mailed to City Hall. If submitting a resume, it must be accompanied by a completed employment application or it will not be considered. Position remains open until filled.

Apply to: Personnel; City of Covington; 16720 SE 271st Street, Suite 100; Covington, WA 98042. For additional information, contact Personnel at 253-638-1110, ext. 2237 or 2240. EOE.

For Covington police employment, please visit the King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) recruiting page. Covington Officers are Sheriff's Office Employees who are dedicated to our community by contract.