Deputy Executive Director, KC Flood Control District
King County
Pioneer Square, WA
Full-time
Management
Posted on May 31, 2023
Salary
$117,985.00 - $158,670.00 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Appointed
Job Number
2023RB19074
Department
KCC - King County Council
Division
County Council
Opening Date
05/19/2023
Closing Date
6/16/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z2 : Council Guidelines
Summary
This job announcement has been extended until Friday, June 16, 2023.
In April 2007, the Metropolitan King County Council created a new countywide special purpose district, the King County Flood Control District, to provide funding and policy oversight for flood risk reduction capital projects and programs in King County. The District brings a comprehensive approach to floodplain management and commits to multi-benefit projects that protect local communities and the health of the environment.
The Flood Control District's Board of Supervisors is its primary governing body and is composed of all nine members of the Metropolitan King County Council. The District is responsible for planning and funding maintenance and repairs of the flood control system.
The King County Flood District's fundamental role in government works to protect lives and property and ensure that a significant portion of King County's economic infrastructure is safe from the damage that can be caused by fall and winter storms. We are a cooperative small team made up of committed public servants addressing the backlog of maintenance and repairs to levees and revetments, acquiring repetitive loss properties and other at-risk floodplain properties, and improving countywide flood warnings and flood prediction capacity. For more, please see http://www.kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/
Commitment to Equity and Social Justice:
King County Flood Control District has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. We are committed to upholding and promoting equal opportunity in employment and encourage people of all backgrounds, cultures, and religions to apply, including veterans, people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, and people with disabilities.
The Flood Control District values diversity and strives to hire a workforce that reflects the County we serve. We believe a diverse workforce is a strong workforce. Applicants should be committed to working with diverse populations throughout King County to provide excellent customer service to a broad range of cultures, in accordance with the King County Equity and Social Justice Ordinance and the King County Strategic Plan.
OPPORTUNITY : We seek a highly skilled and motivated individual to provide strategic partnership to the Executive Director, and serve as a project manager, strategist, advisor, and communications liaison responsible for policy development and integration of all forms of outreach and communications used by the Flood District. The Deputy Executive Director is a self-starter with a keen political acumen and has experience working on complex and controversial issues, performing extensive research, presenting analysis, and developing and maintaining valuable relationships among governmental entities.
The successful candidate is a flexible leader who works well with team members to support the District's objective to protect lives and property from the damage that can be caused by fall and winter storms. This is an exciting opportunity to join the King County Flood Control District staff and play a role in providing a comprehensive approach to flood management and fostering effective partnerships with communities within King County. The Deputy Executive Director is a full-time, salaried, at-will, overtime-exempt classification that reports directly to the Executive Director but is responsive to all members of the Board of Supervisors.
If this aligns with your skillset and inspires you, we'd love to hear from you!
Job Duties
Applicants must, at a minimum , demonstrate skills and abilities to:
Our ideal candidate will:
Have a passion for working in the public sector, inspires action in others and leads by example, has experience supporting department directors and elected offices with a proven track record facilitating decisions and successfully navigating a political environment, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills, initiative, and good judgment
Competitive candidates will:
Possess a Business Administration degree or related field and a minimum of three years of relevant work experience in executive-level leadership that includes accountability to legislative bodies, as well as policy and advisory boards OR any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the scope of the job duties. Candidates may satisfy requirements in a variety of ways; candidates with non-traditional
career paths are encouraged to apply. We value "lived experience" when the candidate can demonstrate the following abilities:
TEMPORARY TELECOMMUTING REQUIREMENT
The work associated with this position may be performed remotely . It is possible that the work will be primarily performed remotely on an ongoing basis, depending upon the operational needs of the Council. Employees will receive a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a County worksite. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the Public Health Directive from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer.
WORK SCHEDULE
The standard work week for Legislative Branch employees is 35-hours. This position is exempt from overtime and may occasionally require some non-traditional work hours. The Council supports flexing work time to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Full benefits are available, some of which include the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System; county health insurance, dental, and vision plans; parental leave; local transit pass and other local alternative transportation incentives; and deferred compensation plan. To see all benefits, visit Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement at
https://kingcounty.gov/audience/employees/benefits.aspx
WHO MAY APPLY
This position is open to all qualified candidates. Acceptable proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States are required by federal immigration law. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants will be contacted for additional steps in the selection process, including possible testing.
To be considered, applications must include:
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the required information in the application. Cover letters and resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or supplemental question responses that state "see my resume" are considered incomplete.
A complete job description can be viewed at FLOOD Deputy Executive Director
If you have any questions regarding this opportunity to join King County government, please contact Deandra Stanley or kccouncilhr@kingcounty.gov.
JOB CODE 007115 Deputy Executive Director, KC Flood Control District
This position is not represented by a union.
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:
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.
$117,985.00 - $158,670.00 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Appointed
Job Number
2023RB19074
Department
KCC - King County Council
Division
County Council
Opening Date
05/19/2023
Closing Date
6/16/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z2 : Council Guidelines
Summary
This job announcement has been extended until Friday, June 16, 2023.
In April 2007, the Metropolitan King County Council created a new countywide special purpose district, the King County Flood Control District, to provide funding and policy oversight for flood risk reduction capital projects and programs in King County. The District brings a comprehensive approach to floodplain management and commits to multi-benefit projects that protect local communities and the health of the environment.
The Flood Control District's Board of Supervisors is its primary governing body and is composed of all nine members of the Metropolitan King County Council. The District is responsible for planning and funding maintenance and repairs of the flood control system.
The King County Flood District's fundamental role in government works to protect lives and property and ensure that a significant portion of King County's economic infrastructure is safe from the damage that can be caused by fall and winter storms. We are a cooperative small team made up of committed public servants addressing the backlog of maintenance and repairs to levees and revetments, acquiring repetitive loss properties and other at-risk floodplain properties, and improving countywide flood warnings and flood prediction capacity. For more, please see http://www.kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/
Commitment to Equity and Social Justice:
King County Flood Control District has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. We are committed to upholding and promoting equal opportunity in employment and encourage people of all backgrounds, cultures, and religions to apply, including veterans, people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, and people with disabilities.
The Flood Control District values diversity and strives to hire a workforce that reflects the County we serve. We believe a diverse workforce is a strong workforce. Applicants should be committed to working with diverse populations throughout King County to provide excellent customer service to a broad range of cultures, in accordance with the King County Equity and Social Justice Ordinance and the King County Strategic Plan.
OPPORTUNITY : We seek a highly skilled and motivated individual to provide strategic partnership to the Executive Director, and serve as a project manager, strategist, advisor, and communications liaison responsible for policy development and integration of all forms of outreach and communications used by the Flood District. The Deputy Executive Director is a self-starter with a keen political acumen and has experience working on complex and controversial issues, performing extensive research, presenting analysis, and developing and maintaining valuable relationships among governmental entities.
The successful candidate is a flexible leader who works well with team members to support the District's objective to protect lives and property from the damage that can be caused by fall and winter storms. This is an exciting opportunity to join the King County Flood Control District staff and play a role in providing a comprehensive approach to flood management and fostering effective partnerships with communities within King County. The Deputy Executive Director is a full-time, salaried, at-will, overtime-exempt classification that reports directly to the Executive Director but is responsive to all members of the Board of Supervisors.
If this aligns with your skillset and inspires you, we'd love to hear from you!
Job Duties
Applicants must, at a minimum , demonstrate skills and abilities to:
- Carry out strategic and business planning, as well as an annual work plan, subject to the Executive Director and Board's approval.
- Clearly communicate complex ideas and information to the Executive Director and the Board of Supervisors.
- Advise on a wide range of complex strategic, policy, legislation, organizational and management issues.
- Prepare correspondence, reports, legislation or other analytical work as needed.
- Attend relevant local community meetings on behalf of the Flood District.
- Lead outreach and networking for the Flood District and ensure a wide array of diverse community partners and organizations.
- Acts as a resource for the Board and all staff on the flood control system and flood risk reduction projects in King County.
Our ideal candidate will:
Have a passion for working in the public sector, inspires action in others and leads by example, has experience supporting department directors and elected offices with a proven track record facilitating decisions and successfully navigating a political environment, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills, initiative, and good judgment
Competitive candidates will:
Possess a Business Administration degree or related field and a minimum of three years of relevant work experience in executive-level leadership that includes accountability to legislative bodies, as well as policy and advisory boards OR any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the scope of the job duties. Candidates may satisfy requirements in a variety of ways; candidates with non-traditional
career paths are encouraged to apply. We value "lived experience" when the candidate can demonstrate the following abilities:
- A Commitment to equity and social justice principles and practices, and understanding of the effects of place, race and policy and systems-based inequities on marginalized communities and population.
- Knowledge of local government, its mandates and functions, and familiarity with the regional and local policy issues and challenges. Within King County is a PLUS. Experience working with Elected Officials, and/or Boards or Councils. Within King County is a PLUS.
- Provide Objective analysis related to policy and legislation development. Able to maintain confidentiality and remain calm under pressure.
- Skilled at communicating with diverse audiences both in writing and verbally.
- Flexibility to adapt in a multi-faceted and sometimes fast-paced team environment.
TEMPORARY TELECOMMUTING REQUIREMENT
The work associated with this position may be performed remotely . It is possible that the work will be primarily performed remotely on an ongoing basis, depending upon the operational needs of the Council. Employees will receive a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a County worksite. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the Public Health Directive from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer.
WORK SCHEDULE
The standard work week for Legislative Branch employees is 35-hours. This position is exempt from overtime and may occasionally require some non-traditional work hours. The Council supports flexing work time to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Full benefits are available, some of which include the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System; county health insurance, dental, and vision plans; parental leave; local transit pass and other local alternative transportation incentives; and deferred compensation plan. To see all benefits, visit Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement at
https://kingcounty.gov/audience/employees/benefits.aspx
WHO MAY APPLY
This position is open to all qualified candidates. Acceptable proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States are required by federal immigration law. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants will be contacted for additional steps in the selection process, including possible testing.
To be considered, applications must include:
- A letter of interest detailing your qualifications and experience for this position
- A comprehensive resume with a chronological history of your related experience
Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the required information in the application. Cover letters and resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or supplemental question responses that state "see my resume" are considered incomplete.
A complete job description can be viewed at FLOOD Deputy Executive Director
If you have any questions regarding this opportunity to join King County government, please contact Deandra Stanley or kccouncilhr@kingcounty.gov.
JOB CODE 007115 Deputy Executive Director, KC Flood Control District
This position is not represented by a union.
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
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.