ASSISTANT DIRECTOR -10% SIGNING INCENTIVE -1 YEAR OF VACATION LEAVE ACCRUALS ADVANCED*

OVERVIEW

Position Information
The responsibilities of this classification are to manage the Capital Facility Programs for County administrative facilities, utilities, parks and others, including project management, engineering, design management, and construction management, plus the County Facilities Maintenance program. Responsibilities include providing strategic program management and engineering oversight to the design and construction of large and small capital projects and maintenance renovation projects within assigned divisions within Kitsap County. Work typically involves a broad scope of engineering, architectural, construction management and project management responsibilities for the design and construction of infrastructure and buildings, including buildings (courthouse, jail, juvenile detention, administration), utilities (sewer, stormwater, solid waste), parks, and natural resources.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university in civil engineering, environmental engineering, public administration or closely related field;
• Ten years of progressively responsible professional experience in engineering, planning, design, construction, operations and maintenance of public or private infrastructure and facilities;
• Three years of managerial experience.
• Any equivalent combination and experience of education that provides the applicant with the desired knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the work.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington; or reciprocity from another state and the ability to secure WA State PE within six months is required.

Preferred Qualifications include:

• Master's Degree in related field;
• Experience with the financial management of facilities, utilities or public agency operations, including budgeting, expenditures, purchasing, contracting, financing and rate setting.

Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other Requirements
The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements.

Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:

• Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
• Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
• Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration.

Driving Requirements

• The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy of a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment.The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as:
  • Category 1 Driver: operates County-owned vehicle, and
  • Category 2: Driver may operate a personal vehicle as an essential function for official County business. Any employee using a personal vehicle on official County business shall be required to maintain auto liability insurance, in addition to having a valid driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Appear for scheduled work and complete assigned tasks within a reasonable period of time.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others using tact, courtesy and good judgment.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to policy and procedures of the county and department.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Utilize various computer applications specific to the department including databases, word processing, document imaging, spreadsheets, and web-based systems for entering, retrieving and researching data and records.
• Professional and technical theories, principles, practices and procedures related to the operation and maintenance of utility systems including federal, state, and local laws, standards, codes, regulations, guidelines, and ordinances.
• Effectively respond to and reconcile competing interests of governmental entities, community organizations, service organizations, and public representatives as they affect the planning and operation of assigned programs. (Often have to represent county on multi-disciplinary groups that represent divergent interests.)
• Apply judgment and discretion in resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations. (Exact answers to dilemmas are not always written down. Assistant Director level requires the ability to apply judgment to resolve such issues.)
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing and to make effective public presentations of technical, complex, and often controversial information. (Interaction with public or elected officials often requires presenting technical information in understandable terms or analogies that non experts can relate to.)
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Excellent analytic, organizational, leadership, and customer service skills.
• This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills using excellent grammar, punctuation, and spelling to explain, teach, and learn.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work quickly in an occasionally fast-paced environment.
• Ability to problem-solve and present possible solutions to Director and supervisor.
• Physically perform assigned duties and essential functions of the position.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

• Provide strategic direction and guidance to Capital Project Managers, Engineering Managers and Construction Managers in the development and delivery of large, complex Capital Projects. Deliver projects at full-scope, within budget, and on schedule to ensure the mission readiness of County facilities and infrastructure. Provide executive level client services to facility owners and end-users to ensure clients’ needs are incorporated and expectations met.
• Manage the County Facilities Maintenance Programs for administrative facilities, including asset management, preventive maintenance services, grounds-keeping, and custodial services. Ensure the mission readiness and capability of the facilities support the requirements of the end-user. Responsible for the quality of services, reliability of systems and responsiveness of staff to customer needs.
• As an executive leader, assists the Director in the development and implementation of departmental strategic goals, objectives, policies, and procedures. Coordinates division activities within the department and with other County departments and outside agencies. Develop, formulate and modify programs, strategies, operating policies, procedures and practices to accomplish the objectives of the Director and Board of County Commissioners. Provides Department and County representation on strategic level committees and special purpose groups and boards. Serves as the key liaison with the Board and the public, other agencies, contractors and organizations.
• Develop and manage the Division’s operating budget and capital project budgets to ensure delivery of facilities and services within authorized funding levels. As part of asset management, develop budget, funding and financing strategies to ensure the readiness of facilities. Manage the project cost model to capture the cost of project delivery to the appropriate project fund and program, ensuring documentation of project support and staffing costs.
• Provide for the professional development of assigned staff, mentoring the development of professional engineers and construction management professionals. Provide for training, education, and certification of skilled-labor needed to provide required services. Oversees the development of divisional workloads and staff assignments, reviews progress, directs changes in priorities and schedules as needed to assure work is performed in a timely and efficient manner.

OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION

Who May Apply:

• This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
• This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• This is an "at will" appointed position. As an "at will" employee, appointment may be revoked at any time with or without cause and without right of appeal.
• Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.
• This recruitment is being used to fill an existing open position, and may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
• Flexible hours are available, as approved by management.
• Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.

*10% INCENTIVE PAY & 1 YEAR VACATION ACCRUALS ADVANCED!

• Ten percent (10%) signing incentive payments will be provided in consideration for the candidate’s agreement to remain employed with the County for a minimum of two years.
• Advancements equal to 12 months accrual of vacation leave or general leave for immediate use by candidates who accept these positions. Additional vacation/general leave hours will accrue beginning the 13th month of employment. All other provisions of the Personnel Manual regarding vacation/general leave will apply.

This position is open until filled.
Applications are screened weekly!

At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.

County Paid Benefits Include:
Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO)
Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette
Vision - VSP
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL)
Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability
Voya Voluntary Insurance
Transportation incentives
Employee Assistance Program
Travel Assistance Program
Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx
Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide .

*Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense

Retirement:
Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.

Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program

Holidays
11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year

Vacation Leave
New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows:

Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month)
Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month)
Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month)
Sick Leave
All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next.

***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated***

Current County Employees
If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status.

NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx

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