Fish Passage Supervising Engineer (Engineer IV)

King County Road Services Division has a unique opportunity for you to play an important role in making positive changes to our local environment! We are looking for a dynamic leader to supervise the Fish Passage Restoration Program. You will manage an expanding program that will restore access to high-quality habitats for our native salmon. This position will develop and lead a highly visible and politically sensitive program incorporating fish passage requirements into the design and construction of stream crossings. This is an exciting opportunity to work with the King County team who is recognized as being leaders in the efforts to remove fish passage barriers in the region. We value creative thinking that drives us to continuously improve public service. Tap into your desire to serve the public and discover new and better ways to make a meaningful impact!

Check out some of King County Road Services Division's Projects: 
SE 432nd Street Culvert Replacement Project - King County, Washington
NE Woodinville Duvall Road at NE 172nd Street Culvert Replacement Project - King County, Washington  
NE Lake Joy Road Culvert Replacement Project - King County, Washington   

Our commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice 

The Department of Local Services is deeply dedicated to fostering Equity, Racial and Social Justice in every aspect of our work.  Our commitment to “True North” values which ensures every person has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential and forms the core of our mission and purpose.  Our pledge is to cultivate, embrace, and celebrate the distinct experiences, viewpoints, and perspectives of our people, partners, and the communities we serve. Through this work, we dismantle systemic barriers, address inequities, and actively confront prejudices and biases. We acknowledge this journey is ongoing, and we remain steadfast in our efforts to create a positive impact for our employees and communities alike. 

• Responsible for the oversight and management of the Fish Passage Restoration Program while working with key team members within and outside the division.
• Train and mentor less experienced project managers and engineers in project management, including scheduling, budgeting, cost estimating, and determining risk.
• Oversee the selection, negotiation and monitoring of consultant and construction contracts for the Fish Passage Restoration Program
• Prepare and/or approve project schedules, budgets, and work plans to complete assigned projects.
• Prepare and/or manage the preparation of drainage design reports, hydrologic reports, geomorphic assessment reports, hydraulic analyses, modeling reports, contract plans, specifications, special provisions, and cost estimates. Perform quality assurance reviews of this work.
• Participate in the resolution of project management construction problems.
• Support the Project Engineer and project team during the construction of projects.
• Supervise assigned team members, workload and the hiring process, including recommendations for disciplinary actions, as needed.
• Ensure that project scopes, schedules and budgets are maintained, and project continuity is not jeopardized.
• Support the Managing Engineer in developing and recommending long and short-term strategic plans.
• Build strong work teams and foster a culture that supports collaboration, communication and team engagement.
• Coordinate work with other King County Roads employees to keep projects moving.
• Proactively collaborate with regulatory agencies and Tribes.

• Knowledge of engineering principles, civil engineering and experience in design, stream flow modeling, project management and construction, including experience supervising an engineering staff.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting project financials and performance data to monitor portfolio progress and develop recommendations for successful delivery of the Fish Passage Restoration Program portfolio.
• Experience in flood plain and hydrologic modeling such as HEC-RAS, MGS Flood, or other equivalent programs, and in geomorphological analysis of streams and rivers.
• Experience in designing stormwater conveyance, treatment, and detention systems.
• Experience in managing and coordinating the review of plans and contract preparation for road, bridge, and drainage projects.
• Experience with project management techniques and principles.
• Experience with technical disciplines needed for the design and construction of road projects including techniques, maintenance, and applicable standards.
• Skill in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and Access.

• Calmness and the ability to objectively assess problems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Team building: ability to lead and work in team environment.
• Skill in maintaining effective working relationships.
• Ability to handle politically sensitive issues.
• Ability to make presentations/briefings to management, support teams, elected officials and the public.
• Skill in working effectively with diverse populations and customers.

• Valid Washington Professional Engineer (PE) License or the ability to transfer license to Washington State within 90 days of hire
• Valid Washington Driver's License 
• An offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment physical examination.

INTERVIEW SCHEDULE: First review of applications will take place the week of 2/17/2025. Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to participate in an interview the week of 2/24/2025. 

WHO MAY APPLY: This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants and may be used to fill current and/or future career service, term-limited temporary, short-term temporary, and/or special duty positions over the next six months. First consideration will be given to current C1 PROTEC17-DES, DLS, DNRP members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer.  

APPLICATION PROCESS: A full and complete King County application is required. You may also provide a resume and cover letter, summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position. Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews.

WORK SCHEDULE: The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 8.00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours. This position is Non-Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standard Act and is eligible for overtime pay, with prior supervisor approval.

EMERGENCY DESIGNATION STATUS: This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical - Employees who staff county functions or services that may be delayed, suspended, or diverted in an emergency while essential functions are prioritized Mission Critical.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by: C1 PROTEC17-DES, DLS, DNRP.

TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT: This is a hybrid position. The work associated with this position will be performed by teleworking, onsite work and meetings as needed. The responsibilities of this position will include regular and ongoing in-office work. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.

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 team dedicated 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.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
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.

Human Resource Analyst 

(206) 263-2003
jantonio@kingcounty.gov

Salary : $59 - $75