Project Program Manager IV - Policy Manager (TLT/SDA)
Job Description
Summary
Job Duties
What you will be doing?
Policy and Analysis
- Oversee the Policy line of business.
- Manage policy initiatives designed for adoption by state and local legislative and regulatory bodies.
- Serve as a technical expert and provide in-depth policy analysis.
- Engage in legislative and rule-making processes, including written comments and testimony.
- Manage policy planning and analysis functions for Hazardous Waste Management Program.
Program, Team and Staff Management
- Lead and supervise a team of professionals, providing direction, coaching, and accountability to ensure high performance and successful delivery of program goals.
- Provide oversight for projects and initiatives, ensuring effective execution and reporting
- Nurture a collaborative, strategic, and productive work environment, within the team, across the Program, and with partners.
Advance Program Goals
- Protect public health and environmental quality by reducing threats posed by the production, use, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials across King County.
- Advance racial equity and environmental justice by ensuring all communities, especially those disproportionately impacted by hazardous materials exposure are protected.
- Prevent hazardous waste generation with upstream solutions by encouraging safer alternatives, reducing reliance on toxic products, and systems change.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Qualifications You Bring:
- Progressive leadership experience in public sector policy, program, and project management, with increasing responsibility and proven results.
- At least 3 years of proven leadership experience successfully leading teams and supervising professional staff to achieve results.
- Demonstrated public sector policy experience in analysis, development, engagement, and implementation.
- Demonstrated experience with public sector entities, regulatory environments, governance, and elected officials.
- Knowledge and demonstrated experience embedding equity and social justice principles and practices in policy, as well as team and program management.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with proven ability to interpret, craft, and present complex information effectively to diverse audiences.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to collaborate effectively with executive leadership, diverse stakeholders, and multi-disciplinary teams.
Competencies You Bring:
- Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
- Strategic Mindset: Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.
- Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
- Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
- Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
It Would Be Nice If You Also Bring:
- Hands-on experience advancing proposals through the legislative processes.
- Experience addressing toxic materials and their effect on environmental and human health.
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:
Remote and Onsite Work Details:
The Hazardous Waste Management Program's Policy and Planning Team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). The frequency of in-person presence is guided by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly.
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.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsible during scheduled work hours.
Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.
Union Representation: This position is non-represented.
Duration: This recruitment aims to fill a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) position with an anticipated 1-year duration with the possibility of being extended. If the position is filled by a King County employee who has successfully completed their initial probation, they will be offered the role as a Special Duty Assignment.
Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position.- King County application
- Complete Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Resume (Your resume should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Cover Letter (Your cover letter should detail your background and what you can bring to this position and will be used in the screening process)
Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.
Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Calvin Rivers at 206-263-1986 or crivers@kingcounty.gov
Discover More About the Division: Visit our website.
Discover More About DNRP: Visit our website, explore aninteractive mapof our recent accomplishments and check us out atFacebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, YouTubeand Keeping King County Green News.
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.
Summary
Job Duties
What you will be doing?
Policy and Analysis
- Oversee the Policy line of business.
- Manage policy initiatives designed for adoption by state and local legislative and regulatory bodies.
- Serve as a technical expert and provide in-depth policy analysis.
- Engage in legislative and rule-making processes, including written comments and testimony.
- Manage policy planning and analysis functions for Hazardous Waste Management Program.
Program, Team and Staff Management
- Lead and supervise a team of professionals, providing direction, coaching, and accountability to ensure high performance and successful delivery of program goals.
- Provide oversight for projects and initiatives, ensuring effective execution and reporting
- Nurture a collaborative, strategic, and productive work environment, within the team, across the Program, and with partners.
Advance Program Goals
- Protect public health and environmental quality by reducing threats posed by the production, use, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials across King County.
- Advance racial equity and environmental justice by ensuring all communities, especially those disproportionately impacted by hazardous materials exposure are protected.
- Prevent hazardous waste generation with upstream solutions by encouraging safer alternatives, reducing reliance on toxic products, and systems change.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Qualifications You Bring:
- Progressive leadership experience in public sector policy, program, and project management, with increasing responsibility and proven results.
- At least 3 years of proven leadership experience successfully leading teams and supervising professional staff to achieve results.
- Demonstrated public sector policy experience in analysis, development, engagement, and implementation.
- Demonstrated experience with public sector entities, regulatory environments, governance, and elected officials.
- Knowledge and demonstrated experience embedding equity and social justice principles and practices in policy, as well as team and program management.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with proven ability to interpret, craft, and present complex information effectively to diverse audiences.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to collaborate effectively with executive leadership, diverse stakeholders, and multi-disciplinary teams.
Competencies You Bring:
- Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
- Strategic Mindset: Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.
- Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
- Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
- Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
It Would Be Nice If You Also Bring:
- Hands-on experience advancing proposals through the legislative processes.
- Experience addressing toxic materials and their effect on environmental and human health.
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:
Remote and Onsite Work Details:
The Hazardous Waste Management Program's Policy and Planning Team works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). The frequency of in-person presence is guided by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly.
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.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsible during scheduled work hours.
Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.
Union Representation: This position is non-represented.
Duration: This recruitment aims to fill a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) position with an anticipated 1-year duration with the possibility of being extended. If the position is filled by a King County employee who has successfully completed their initial probation, they will be offered the role as a Special Duty Assignment.
Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position.- King County application
- Complete Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Resume (Your resume should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
- Cover Letter (Your cover letter should detail your background and what you can bring to this position and will be used in the screening process)
Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.
Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Calvin Rivers at 206-263-1986 or crivers@kingcounty.gov
Discover More About the Division: Visit our website.
Discover More About DNRP: Visit our website, explore aninteractive mapof our recent accomplishments and check us out atFacebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, YouTubeand Keeping King County Green News.
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.
About King County
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King County is a leader in its work and innovations to protect and restore clean water and healthy habitat and strengthen the resilience of communities, environment, and infrastructure in the face of climate change.
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