Lakes and Watershed Coordinator - Public Works, Clean Water

Job Summary The Clean Water division of Clark County Public Works is currently seeking a Lakes and Watershed Coordinator to lead the development and implementation of Clark County’s Lake Management programs focused on restoring water quality in Vancouver Lake and Lacamas Lake. This position will also support strategic watershed planning, coordination, and implementation to reduce nonpoint source pollution.

This position is non-represented and offers a flexible, hybrid work schedule. To accept the position, you must live in Oregon or Washington within a commutable distance to Vancouver, Washington.

Our department values our community’s diversity and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. Our department also encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Qualifications Program Coordinator II positions coordinate and manage programs of limited scope to major impact within established timelines and budget to meet goals. Incumbents ensure delivery of results, monitor progress and direct activities to include: planning, monitoring, allocating, adjusting, controlling, preserving, and evaluating area of responsibility within a County department, section, unit or division. Specific duties vary based on department of assignment and range of responsibilities.

Work assignments are performed with limited oversight and require considerable independence to establish strategic direction and implementable actions to address complex or unique problems related to lake management. This position works within the boundaries and framework of County policies and procedures, applicable regulations, funding guidelines, and accepted best practices for lake management and nonpoint source pollution reduction.

Education and Experience:

Program Coordinator II positions typically require a job related Bachelor’s degree; and/or a combination of experience and specialized training which includes a minimum of two (2) years of experience within the assigned area.

Knowledge of:
The principles and practices of public sector organization and program operations; project management, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and problem solving; methods and procedures of budget development and justification; application and interpretation of County, state and federal laws and regulations relevant to the program area; analysis and evaluation of policies, procedures, public information, and service delivery issues; local and state lawmaking processes;

research methods and techniques; trends and practices within the specialized area; and personal computer applications and usage.

Ability to:
Effectively plan, direct, and delegate program components; assign, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinates; delegate responsibility and authority to carry out policy directives of the governing authority in an effective and timely manner; write clear and concise reports, memoranda, and letters; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and formulate recommendations; utilize various PC applications at an advanced level;

interpret and explain policies, procedures, laws, and regulations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, and other County staff.

Other

Special Requirements :
Some positions require a valid driver’s license and a successful criminal background check as required by law.

Selection Process:

Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited…