Asset Management Program Manager

About the Role

As the Asset Management Program Manager (Project/Program Manager III) in the River and Floodplain Management Section (RFMS), you will work with the Maintenance Team to develop and maintain an asset management system for levees, revetments and flood buyout properties across King County. You will collaborate with partners in the Water and Land Resources Division, the Parks and Recreation Division, and the Road Services Division, participate in the flood patrol program during the annual flood season, and supporting department training.

What

You Will Be Doing

• Collaborate with county agencies and internal/external partners to develop site‑management plans and an inventory system for levees, revetments and undeveloped properties, implementing an asset‑management system and leading all phases of capital‑project planning and management.
• Build relationships through effective communication and outreach, leading stakeholder, public and tribal outreach planning and activities; conduct citizen and land‑owner contact to facilitate project implementation.
• Develop and oversee consultant contracts to support capital and programmatic projects related to RFMS actions.
• Review and synthesize data, reports and technical documents and present summary information to technical staff, elected officials, management and the public.

Qualifications You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural‑resource management, urban/regional planning, public administration, communications or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates ability to perform the essential functions of the role.
• Experience working in complex, multi‑party project management and natural‑resource planning with knowledge of interjurisdictional governance and public planning processes.
• Demonstrated experience with natural asset or property management.
• Experience collaborating with a wide variety of public agencies to resolve problems.
• Working experience with an asset‑management system.

Required Licenses

• Valid Washington State driver’s license or ability to obtain one prior to starting work.

Competencies You Bring

• Manages Complexity
  :
  Make sense of complex, high‑quantity, sometimes contradictory information to solve problems.
• Collaborates
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  Build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively
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  Develop and deliver multi‑mode communications that convey a clear understanding of.argument eul and unique needs of different audiences.
• Resourcefulness
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  Secure and deploy resources effectively and efficiently.
• Being Resilient
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  Rebound from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring

• Effective communication skills:
  Ability to listen; ability to convey technical information to non‑technical audiences in writing, orally or visually.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build consensus with diverse interests, including elected officials, citizens, and representatives կայառ county, city, state and federal agencies.
• Commitment to equity and social justice, including cultural competence growth.

Working Conditions

• Remote and Onsite Work Details
  :
  Hybrid model; intermittent office and fête; primary onsite location at King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104; other locations at project sites.
• Remote Work Location Requirement
• Work Schedule:
  Full‑time 40‑hour week; typical 8 a.m.‑5 p.m. Monday–Friday; additional hours, evenings and weekends possible; participation partij in flood warning and emergency response activities.
• Union Representation
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  Teamsters, Local 117‑Professional & Technical Bargaining Unit.
• Physical Requirement
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  Occasional physical site inspections; walking on uneven terrain; exposure to inclement weather, boats or kayaks; ability to work outdoors during flood events.

Application and Selection Process

Applications will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills necessary for this role. Selected candidates may be invited to panel interviews.

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.

Equitable Recruiting and Diversity

King County values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including Native American, people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

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