JOB
This position is open to all qualified applicants. This posting may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates for SDA/TLT positions in the following 6 months.About the Role: This position will serve as a Project Program Manager II for the Capital Wastewater Work Order (WO) Program and will assist in the management of Architectural/Engineering (AE), Construction and Goods and Services WO agreements. Each WO is assigned a Project Representative (PR), and this position will support the PR in procurement processes and individual WO administration. This position will require good organization and customer service skills and will provide growth opportunities in contract administration, procurement, and collaboration with Project Managers and other internal and external customers.Applying equity and social justice principles (ESJ) is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work. This role will support work order projects within King County Wastewaters growing capital program. The primary focus of the work will be assisting the PR with contract administration of work orders under Architectural/Engineering, Construction and Goods and Services contracts. This may include but is not limited to: procurement, contract amendments/change orders, invoicing/payments, annual rate adjustments and closeout.This position performs work remotely. About the Team: We are dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 700 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment.We enforce regulations to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that services over 2.3 million King County residents. Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources. 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 a King County Employee you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
What You Will Be Doing: Contract administration of Architectural/Engineering, Construction and Goods and Service Agreements including but not limited to: Process Change Orders/Amendments, Invoicing/payments, annual rate adjustments and closeout.Assist with procurement of Invitation to Bid (ITB) and Request for Proposal (RFP) documents and collaborate with WTD procurement, Central Procurement and Project Management. Collaboration with Consultants and Contractors, WTD and other KC staff for continuous contract administration and coordination.Ensure contract compliance with Federal, State, and local laws, and policies/procedures.Support team efforts to improve and standardize processes and maintain documentation of processes, procedures, and standards.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Working Conditions: Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically monthly. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life-balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department’s vision of Green Where We Work. Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements. Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week with flexible schedules. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. Length of Assignment - 1 yearUnion Representation: This position is represented by TEA. 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 ApplicationResume (required)Cover Letter – Detailing your background that relates to the position. (required)Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Helen David at hdavid@kingcounty.govDiscover More About the Wastewater Treatment Division: Visit our website and check us out at Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, YouTube and our WTD Blog. Discover More About DNRP: Visit our website, explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Keeping King County Green News.Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest.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) EmployerNo 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 ApplyIf 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.