Zero Emissions Program Manager
King County
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 10, 2025
Salary
$106,106.21 - $134,495.71 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2025BM24239
Department
DES - Executive Services
Division
Fleet
Opening Date
04/09/2025
Closing Date
4/23/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Come Join our team! King County Fleet Services Division is se eking a dynamic and innovative leader to serve as its Zero Emissions Program Manager . T h is position is responsible for leading efforts in advancing the County's Strategic Climate Action Plan (SCAP) goals for reducing greenhous e gas emissions in County transportation through fleet electrification and zero emission vehicles . Fleet Services leads th e electric vehicle and zero emissions planning and transition efforts for a fleet of over 3,000 assets .
The Zero Emissions Program Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation in King County operations. Under the direction of the Director, this position plans, coordinates, and leads the implementation of electric and zero-emission vehicles in the County's fleet. The ideal candidate has a strong background in vehicle electrification and experience with EV technologies, infrastructure, and market trends. The ideal candidate also possesses strong project management skills with a focus on collaboration and customer engagement.
ABOUT FLEET SERVICES DIVISION
The Fleet Services Division manages King County's portfolio of vehicles and equipment. The team performs acquisition, maintenance, repair, replacement, and disposal of approximately 3,000 fleet assets for the County's services associated with the Sheriff's Office, Public Health, Roads, Parks, Wastewater, Water and Land Resources, and other agencies. The division manages two maintenance shops which include robust storerooms of automotive parts, materials, and construction supplies as well as several technicians working in the field to support remote customer sites .
In addition, the Fleet Division i s responsible for the disposition of the county's p ersonal property assets, which includes a surplus warehouse in Georgetown. Disposal methods can include re-use within the county, donation to verified and approved non-profits, and sales through online portals or sealed/negotiated bids.
The mission of the Fleet Services Team is providing exceptional customer service in the delivery of equitable , sustainable, and dependable fleet solutions .
To learn more about Fleet, please visit our website at: Fleet Services Division - King County, Washington .
KEY DELIVERABLES AND EXPECATIONS
Th is program manager will:
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR THIS ROLE WILL:
This position requires candidates to live in Washington State and within a reasonable commuting distance to their worksite. This position currently performs work remotely and onsite three days a week. If you are flexible, adaptable and excited to collaborate both virtually and in person, we would love to hear from you!
UNION REPRESENTATION:
This position is non-represented .
Are you ready to APPLY?
The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. A completed King County Application is required . We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter. If you have any questions, please contact Brittney Marzest by e-mail at bmarzest@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.
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.
$106,106.21 - $134,495.71 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2025BM24239
Department
DES - Executive Services
Division
Fleet
Opening Date
04/09/2025
Closing Date
4/23/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Summary
Come Join our team! King County Fleet Services Division is se eking a dynamic and innovative leader to serve as its Zero Emissions Program Manager . T h is position is responsible for leading efforts in advancing the County's Strategic Climate Action Plan (SCAP) goals for reducing greenhous e gas emissions in County transportation through fleet electrification and zero emission vehicles . Fleet Services leads th e electric vehicle and zero emissions planning and transition efforts for a fleet of over 3,000 assets .
The Zero Emissions Program Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of transportation in King County operations. Under the direction of the Director, this position plans, coordinates, and leads the implementation of electric and zero-emission vehicles in the County's fleet. The ideal candidate has a strong background in vehicle electrification and experience with EV technologies, infrastructure, and market trends. The ideal candidate also possesses strong project management skills with a focus on collaboration and customer engagement.
ABOUT FLEET SERVICES DIVISION
The Fleet Services Division manages King County's portfolio of vehicles and equipment. The team performs acquisition, maintenance, repair, replacement, and disposal of approximately 3,000 fleet assets for the County's services associated with the Sheriff's Office, Public Health, Roads, Parks, Wastewater, Water and Land Resources, and other agencies. The division manages two maintenance shops which include robust storerooms of automotive parts, materials, and construction supplies as well as several technicians working in the field to support remote customer sites .
In addition, the Fleet Division i s responsible for the disposition of the county's p ersonal property assets, which includes a surplus warehouse in Georgetown. Disposal methods can include re-use within the county, donation to verified and approved non-profits, and sales through online portals or sealed/negotiated bids.
The mission of the Fleet Services Team is providing exceptional customer service in the delivery of equitable , sustainable, and dependable fleet solutions .
To learn more about Fleet, please visit our website at: Fleet Services Division - King County, Washington .
Job Duties
KEY DELIVERABLES AND EXPECATIONS
Th is program manager will:
- Lead the transition plan development and implementation of electric vehicles with agency partners .
- Stay current on industry best practices and trends in sustainability , electric vehicle technologies , and other emerging zero-emission vehicle technologies .
- Develop strategies for transitioning the County fleet to zero-emission vehicles.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to plan for and expand EV infrastructure and supply equipment across King County.
- Analyze and recommend policies that support EV adoption, including incentives, regulations, and partnerships.
- Analyze and support the vehicle purchasing process to ensure implementation of zero emission vehicles that meet operational needs across the County.
- Manage contracts with EV and infrastructure vendors and consulting partners.
- Monitor and report on program progress, ensuring alignment with SCAP targets.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR THIS ROLE WILL:
- Have a strong background in zero emission vehicle efforts, sustainability, OR any combination of education and experience that clearl y demonstrates the ability to perform the job duties of the position.
- Be strategic minded and collaborative in their approach to project management; can plan and execute a project or program with key agency partners .
- Be a champion for Equity & Social Justice. Understands that systematic racism and its long-term effects are pervasive in our society. Is comfortable having candid and sincere conversations with all employees and stakeholders about race and equity in our work.
- Be a leader of and champion for reducing greenhouse gas emissions in County operations. Understand and/or research the latest strategies, technologies, markets, and options in support of reducing carbon emissions in our Fleet.
- Be customer-focused and comfortable advising and partnering with customers, stakeholders, and senior leadership about complex initiatives, policies and issues.
- Understand how to manage complex projects including scoping and organizing resources, developing work programs, and facilitating multi-disciplinary teams.
- Be able to persevere and adapt as required , while working in a multi-faceted and sometimes ambiguous environmen t.
- Any combination of education and experience.
Supplemental Information
This position requires candidates to live in Washington State and within a reasonable commuting distance to their worksite. This position currently performs work remotely and onsite three days a week. If you are flexible, adaptable and excited to collaborate both virtually and in person, we would love to hear from you!
UNION REPRESENTATION:
This position is non-represented .
Are you ready to APPLY?
The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. A completed King County Application is required . We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter. If you have any questions, please contact Brittney Marzest by e-mail at bmarzest@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.
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:
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
- 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: eligible King County employees may 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.
