Education & Engagement Supervisor
King County
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Education
Posted on October 1, 2024
Salary
$131,601.60 - $167,356.80 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2024-22746
Department
DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks
Division
Wastewater Treatment
Opening Date
09/30/2024
Closing Date
10/14/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
F5B : L117-WTD Sups
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
This opportunity is open to current King County employees ONLY. We are not accepting external applications at this time.
The King County Wastewater Treatment Division is seeking two Education & Engagement Supervisors/ Environmental Programs Managing Supervisor who are passionate, collaborative leaders, prepared to manage the delivery of our education and engagement programs for our Environmental and Community Services Section (ECSS). We need proven leaders who will leverage their program management expertise and experience to strategically resolve challenges and effectively support programs that serve our local communities. The successful candidates will collaborate with all business sections of our utility, regional partner agencies, and community organizations.
About the Role:
The Education & Engagement Supervisors/ Environmental Programs Managing Supervisor will supervise education teams within the Environmental and Community Services Section (ECSS) of WTD. These positions will manage education teams located in our North and South regions, supporting daily functions, including management of staffing, planning & development of programs, establishing procedures & safety, and developing performance standards for educational work programs.
The Education & Engagement Supervisors/ Environmental Programs Managing Supervisor works with the Education & Engagement Unit Manager for work across the Division (WTD), Department (DNRP) and throughout King County and represents the Unit's education work with internal work groups, external consultants, and the public.
About the Team:
The Environmental and Community Services Section (ECSS) advances the values of King County and the Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) by protecting public health and the environment and providing equitable, inclusive services to residents and businesses across King County. To our agency, success means providing clean water safely and reliably to the next generation. It also means being accountable to our ratepayers and operating a well-managed agency. We are committed to the principles of equity and social justice. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences in our workforce and are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment.
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 an Education and Engagement Supervisor , 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.
What You Will Be Doing:
Qualifications You Bring:
Working Conditions:
Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting on an average of one to two times per week. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at King County South Treatment Plant (1200 Monster Road S.W., Renton, WA 98057), Brightwater Treatment Plant (22505 State Route 9 SE, Woodinville, WA 98072) or one of WTD's other regional treatment plants . 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 Location: Remote/Onsite - King County South Treatment Plant (1200 Monster Road S.W., Renton, WA 98057) or one of the WTD's other regional treatment plants
Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.
Union Representation: This position is represented by The Teamsters Local 117.
Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We value diverse perspectives, 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. Applications without the following required materials will not be considered for this position.
To apply, submit a:
Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Delores Venters - dventers@kingcounty.gov
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) 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:
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.
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.
$131,601.60 - $167,356.80 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2024-22746
Department
DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks
Division
Wastewater Treatment
Opening Date
09/30/2024
Closing Date
10/14/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
F5B : L117-WTD Sups
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
Summary
This opportunity is open to current King County employees ONLY. We are not accepting external applications at this time.
The King County Wastewater Treatment Division is seeking two Education & Engagement Supervisors/ Environmental Programs Managing Supervisor who are passionate, collaborative leaders, prepared to manage the delivery of our education and engagement programs for our Environmental and Community Services Section (ECSS). We need proven leaders who will leverage their program management expertise and experience to strategically resolve challenges and effectively support programs that serve our local communities. The successful candidates will collaborate with all business sections of our utility, regional partner agencies, and community organizations.
About the Role:
The Education & Engagement Supervisors/ Environmental Programs Managing Supervisor will supervise education teams within the Environmental and Community Services Section (ECSS) of WTD. These positions will manage education teams located in our North and South regions, supporting daily functions, including management of staffing, planning & development of programs, establishing procedures & safety, and developing performance standards for educational work programs.
The Education & Engagement Supervisors/ Environmental Programs Managing Supervisor works with the Education & Engagement Unit Manager for work across the Division (WTD), Department (DNRP) and throughout King County and represents the Unit's education work with internal work groups, external consultants, and the public.
- Our regional wastewater treatment system has a big job to do. It operates around the clock to sustain a healthy environment and enables our region to thrive by supporting equitable economic development.
- You will work with teams from across all wastewater workgroups and lines of business to help shape how we as a utility educate and engage our communities.
- You will supervise a team supporting WTD's education programs that are conducted throughout our service area.
About the Team:
The Environmental and Community Services Section (ECSS) advances the values of King County and the Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) by protecting public health and the environment and providing equitable, inclusive services to residents and businesses across King County. To our agency, success means providing clean water safely and reliably to the next generation. It also means being accountable to our ratepayers and operating a well-managed agency. We are committed to the principles of equity and social justice. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences in our workforce and are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment.
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 an Education and Engagement Supervisor , 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.
Job Duties
What You Will Be Doing:
- Site and safety management - maintenance, building updates, custodial, equipment, grounds, etc. with internal operations, asset management and capital staff. This involves direct on-the-ground coordination with operations, maintenance and capital program staff and on-site safety management, communications, and training.
- Education program strategic management - planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of diverse education programs in coordination with education program managers and coordinators. This includes planning and support for program registration, staff scheduling, communications, and logistics necessary for successful education programs.
- Staff supervision - managing WTD education staff, interns, contract and partner staff, which involves regular check-ins, hiring, onboarding, training, and performance appraisals.
- Education program systems management - plan and coordinate program communications, reporting, database, website, SharePoint sites and content for communications in blogs, social media, and general weekly updates.
- Education and engagement work program management - act as lead in key program areas such as careers and workforce development; capital project collaboration and planning; resource Recovery collaboration and planning; Partners in Water program project development and implementation; ADA implementation for sites, programs and communications; Brightwater Exhibit Hall updates and project management; Equity, Racial and Social Justice (ERSJ) working groups and ongoing program integration; and regional partnership development and management.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Qualifications You Bring:
- Experience managing teams and overseeing consultants in the delivery of education programs and projects; includes onboarding, training and evaluating.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, environmental stewardship, and public health in the planning and delivery of education and engagement programs.
- Established reputation as a strong leader who develops mutually respectful relationships, achieves consensus among competing interests and fosters a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
- Experience managing educational buildings/sites and programs at multiple locations while fostering a team environment and maintaining consistency in deliverables and work products.
- Demonstrated experience and skill in working with external partners and the public to initiate and improve programs and processes.
- Established ability to manage logistics needed to run successful education programs including registration and customer relations management (CRM) systems, scheduling platforms, SharePoint sites, websites, etc.
- Manages Complexity - Asks the right questions to accurately analyze situations. Acquires data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems. Uncovers root causes to difficult problems. Evaluates pros and cons, risks and benefits of different solution options.
- Decision Quality - Makes sound decisions, even in the absence of complete information. Relies on a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment when making decision. Considers all relevant factors and uses appropriate decision-making criteria and principles. Recognizes when a quick 80% solution will suffice.
- Builds Effective Teams - Forms teams with appropriate and diverse mix of styles, perspectives, and experience. Establishes common objectives and a shared mindset. Creates a feeling of belonging and strong team morale. Shares wins and rewards team efforts. Fosters open dialogue and collaboration among the team.
- Ensures Accountability - Follow through on commitments and makes sure others do the same. Acts with a clear sense of ownership. Takes personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and failures. Establishes clear responsibilities and processes for monitoring work and measuring results. Designs feedback loop into work.
- Drives Engagement - Structures the work so it aligns with people's goals and motivators. Empowers others. Makes each person feel their contributions are important. Invites input and shares ownership and visibility. Shows a clear connection between people's motivators and organizational goals.
- Knowledge of program management within King County agency
- Advanced knowledge of wastewater and stormwater education programs and curriculum
- Knowledge of wastewater treatment systems and operations
Supplemental Information
Working Conditions:
Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting on an average of one to two times per week. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at King County South Treatment Plant (1200 Monster Road S.W., Renton, WA 98057), Brightwater Treatment Plant (22505 State Route 9 SE, Woodinville, WA 98072) or one of WTD's other regional treatment plants . 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 Location: Remote/Onsite - King County South Treatment Plant (1200 Monster Road S.W., Renton, WA 98057) or one of the WTD's other regional treatment plants
Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.
Union Representation: This position is represented by The Teamsters Local 117.
Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We value diverse perspectives, 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. Applications without the following required materials will not be considered for this position.
To apply, submit a:
- Complete Application
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Delores Venters - dventers@kingcounty.gov
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) 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 twopersonal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental,family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite 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.
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.
