Lifeguard shortage could see some Seattle beaches closed to swimmers

For the second summer in a row, the City of Seattle is facing a lifeguard shortage at its beaches and pools.

But the city will be hosting a series of hiring fairs over the next few days in the hopes that recruiting more lifeguards will help prevent beach and pool closures this summer.

We’re hiring! We need more lifeguards for summer beaches & pools & attendants for wading pools. Apply today!
-Lifeguard (Permanent Part-Time): https://t.co/UPB79dXI8T
-Lifeguard (Temp, Intermittent): https://t.co/WLJ6myu8cJ
-Wading Pool Attendant: https://t.co/67Z81SEMmG pic.twitter.com/Aq7IOkBJRr

— Seattle Parks (@SeattleParks) June 1, 2022

Seattle Parks and Recreation operates nine beaches, eight outdoor pools, and two indoor pools. Last summer, the Seward Park and

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