Administrator II

King County   Pioneer Square, WA   Full-time     Administration / Clerical
Posted on May 13, 2023
Salary

$39.38 - $49.91 Hourly

Location

WA 98108-3848, WA

Job Type

Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week

Job Number

2023BM18507

Department

DES - Executive Services

Division

Airport

Opening Date

05/12/2023

Closing Date

5/26/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines

Summary

The King County International Airport is seeking an Administrator II who is self-motivated, well-organized, with good judgment, an eye for accuracy, and a high level of professional integrity to support the Financial and Administrative needs of the Finance and Contracting teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a good understanding of governmental finance, payroll processes, contracting and be able to balance work between competing priorities. The incumbent will work closely in collaboration with financial staff, contracting staff, engineers, maintenance crews and operations staff. The successful candidate will manage a range of processes and issues related to payroll, certified payroll, communications, and financial processes.

Individuals interested in joining our team must be committed to racial, social, and economic equality for ALL people in King County. We welcome applications from people who will help us consistently demonstrate the values of equity, respect, and partnership.

To learn about the King County Equity and Social Justice Strategic Plan click here .

ABOUT KING COUNTY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (BOEING FIELD)
King County International Airport (KCIA)-also known as Boeing Field (BFI)-is one of the busiest primary non-hub airports in the nation. Just four miles south of downtown Seattle, it averages around 200,000 operations (takeoffs and landings) each year. In 2001, it was named by the National Air Transportation Association as one of the "100 Most Needed Airports" in the United States.

KCIA ranks among the most successful public investments in state history. The airport's annual economic impact is $3.5 billion - supporting over 18,000 jobs and providing $1.8 billion in labor income in the county. The airport's 150 tenant businesses also directly support over 5,000 jobs in the local economy.
The airport serves small commercial passenger airlines, cargo carriers - including UPS and private aircraft owners, helicopters, corporate jets, and military and other aircraft. It is also the final delivery center for the Boeing Company's 737 and serves as its military flight center along with other Boeing operations. The Museum of Flight is located there, with its wide variety of aircraft and exhibits showcasing aviation history. It is frequently host to celebrities and dignitaries, including the President of the United States, who prefer Boeing Field because of its proximity to downtown Seattle and other commercial areas.

To learn more about King County International Airport (Boeing Field) please visit our website at: https://www.kingcounty.gov/depts/transportation/airport.aspx .

KEY DELIVERABLES AND EXPECTATIONS: To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate skill and ability to:

Financial Support:
  • Payroll administration for KCIA to ensure accuracy of schedules, time entry, validation, vacation, adjustments, corrections and time entry associated for union and non-union staff.
  • Support the Airports for financial data entry associated with the maintenance and operations of the airport.
  • This role under direction of the Business & Finance Officer IV will be responsible for financial asset tracking within the airport; creation of new assets, retirement of assets and maintaining the financial accuracy for airport assets. These include vehicles, equipment, water meters, and other airport owned assets.
  • Assist with evaluation of financial processes for the Airport to ensure fiscal needs are met, ensuring accuracy, and consistency in processes.
  • Be the primary point of contact for fiscal data associated with the Finance team special projects, inquiries and data requests.

Contracts Support:
  • Conduct fiscal review for contracting responsibilities associated with certified payroll, overhead rates, annual rates, other direct costs, invoice verifications, and other fiscal responsibilities for contracting.
  • Assist contracts team with reviews and data entry for tracking and distribution of information within multiple systems, running reports and uploading necessary data into multiple financial, contracting and project management systems.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO:
  • Have experience in finance and procurement and contract administration and has a high attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Is customer-focused and comfortable advising and partnering with all levels of an organization about complex initiatives, policies, and issues.
  • Can demonstrate the ability to build strong relationships with partners, customers, co-workers, is committed to respecting others while innovating and challenging the status quo.
  • Ability to relay complex financial and budget information to a variety of audiences and can "read the room" to adjust communication styles ensuring not only the message was sent but message was also received and understood.
  • Are extremely organized in how they conduct their work and are committed to process improvement and a paperless future.
  • Knowledge and demonstrated ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) including ability to interpret and apply accounting principles to make financial reports accurate, and how to apply accounting principles and procedures to work products. Can manage projects including scoping and organizing resources, developing work programs, and facilitating multi-disciplinary teams
APPLICATION PROCESS: This exciting opportunity to join King County government is open to all qualified applicants. A King County Application, resume and cover letter is highly recommended. If you have any questions, please contact DES Talent Solutions at DESTalentSolutions@kingcounty.gov

This recruitment is an effort to fill our immediate vacancies as well as create a hire list that will be used for any positions that become vacant within the next 6 months.

Telecommuting: work associated with this position will be performed predominantly by telecommuting, with occasional onsite work and meetings, as influenced by business needs. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities.

Employees must reside in WA 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

Supplemental Information

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.

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
  • Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
  • Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
  • Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
  • 12paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
  • Generous vacation and paid sick leave
  • Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Wellness programs
  • Onsite gyms and activity centers
  • Employee giving program
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
  • Training and career development programs
For additional information about employee benefits please visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page .

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.