What are the responsibilities and job description for the Zero Emissions Program Manager position at King County?
Come Join our team! King County Fleet Services Division is seeking a dynamic and innovative leader to serve as its Zero Emissions Program Manager. This position is responsible for leading efforts in advancing the County’s Strategic Climate Action Plan (SCAP) goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in County transportation through fleet electrification and zero emission vehicles. Fleet Services leads the electric vehicle and zero emissions planning and transition efforts for a fleet of over 3,000 assets.
The Zero Emissions Program Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation in King County operations. Under the direction of the Director, this position plans, coordinates, and leads the implementation of electric and zero-emission vehicles in the County’s fleet. The ideal candidate has a strong background in vehicle electrification and experience with EV technologies, infrastructure, and market trends. The ideal candidate also possesses strong project management skills with a focus on collaboration and customer engagement.
ABOUT FLEET SERVICES DIVISION
The Fleet Services Division manages King County’s portfolio of vehicles and equipment. The team performs acquisition, maintenance, repair, replacement, and disposal of approximately 3,000 fleet assets for the County’s services associated with the Sheriff’s Office, Public Health, Roads, Parks, Wastewater, Water and Land Resources, and other agencies. The division manages two maintenance shops which include robust storerooms of automotive parts, materials, and construction supplies as well as several technicians working in the field to support remote customer sites.
In addition, the Fleet Division is responsible for the disposition of the county’s personal property assets, which includes a surplus warehouse in Georgetown. Disposal methods can include re-use within the county, donation to verified and approved non-profits, and sales through online portals or sealed/negotiated bids.
The mission of the Fleet Services Team is providing exceptional customer service in the delivery of equitable, sustainable, and dependable fleet solutions.
To learn more about Fleet, please visit our website at: Fleet Services Division - King County, Washington.
KEY DELIVERABLES AND EXPECATIONS
This program manager will:
Lead the transition plan development and implementation of electric vehicles with agency partners.
Stay current on industry best practices and trends in sustainability, electric vehicle technologies, and other emerging zero-emission vehicle technologies.
Develop strategies for transitioning the County fleet to zero-emission vehicles.
Collaborate with stakeholders to plan for and expand EV infrastructure and supply equipment across King County.
Analyze and recommend policies that support EV adoption, including incentives, regulations, and partnerships.
Analyze and support the vehicle purchasing process to ensure implementation of zero emission vehicles that meet operational needs across the County.
Manage contracts with EV and infrastructure vendors and consulting partners.
Monitor and report on program progress, ensuring alignment with SCAP targets.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR THIS ROLE WILL:
Have a strong background in zero emission vehicle efforts, sustainability, OR any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the job duties of the position.
Be strategic minded and collaborative in their approach to project management; can plan and execute a project or program with key agency partners.
Be a champion for Equity & Social Justice. Understands that systematic racism and its long-term effects are pervasive in our society. Is comfortable having candid and sincere conversations with all employees and stakeholders about race and equity in our work.
Be a leader of and champion for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in County operations. Understand and/or research the latest strategies, technologies, markets, and options in support of reducing carbon emissions in our Fleet.
Be customer-focused and comfortable advising and partnering with customers, stakeholders, and senior leadership about complex initiatives, policies and issues.
Understand how to manage complex projects including scoping and organizing resources, developing work programs, and facilitating multi-disciplinary teams.
Be able to persevere and adapt as required, while working in a multi-faceted and sometimes ambiguous environment.
Any combination of education and experience.
WORK LOCATION:
The work associated with this position will be performed by teleworking, field work, onsite work and meetings as needed for up to 1-2 times a week, but onsite work may involve additional days depending on the business needs. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
UNION REPRESENTATION:
This position is non-represented.
Are you ready to APPLY?
The recruitment for this position is is open to all qualified candidates. A completed King County Application is required. We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter. Applicants from this recruitment may be used to fill future opportunities in this job classification. If you have any questions, please contact Brittney Marzest by e-mail at bmarzest@kingcounty.gov
Salary : $106,106 - $134,496
