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About the Role

This position is responsible for planning and managing multiple high-priority and complex programs and/or projects within the Public Works Department. The role requires significant project management, supervisory, and technical skills, potentially focusing on program development, process improvement, or a project portfolio from inception to completion. This role typically involves supervisory responsibilities, providing leadership to project managers and professional staff.

Responsibilities

Leads the planning and implementation activities for multi-faceted projects and programs.
Follows defined project management methodology to achieve positive results.
Facilitates the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables.
Writes and reviews project specifications.
Defines program and/or project tasks and resource requirements.
Determines team composition and assigns work.
Oversees the development of full-scale project plans.
Manages project changes and interventions to achieve project goals.
Directs the assembly, review, and maintenance of all pertinent documentation.
Estimates and manages program and/or project budget and resource allocation.
Prepares detailed cost estimates.
Plans and schedules project timelines.
Tracks project deliverables using appropriate tools.
Provides leadership, direction, and support to the project team.
Trains others on project management skills.
Oversees the implementation of quality assurance measures.
Monitors and reports on project progress to all stakeholders.
Identifies, tracks, manages, and mitigates risk.
Briefs the Board of County Commissioners at key milestones.
Escalates issues when necessary to ensure minimal impact to quality, budget, and timeline.
Maintains project compliance in each aspect of the project.
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Six (6) years of experience managing public works projects.
An additional four (4) years of experience may be substituted, on a year-for-year basis, for the education requirement.
Possession of a valid Washington Driver's License at time of hire and for the duration of employment.

Skills

Project management principles and practices.
Standard procedures used in completion of projects, including quality control.
Supervisory principles and practices.
Operations and requirements for the assigned department or area.
Finance and budgeting for purposes of project management.
Communicating effectively both orally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Use of personal computers and related computer software applications.
Applying effective customer service techniques.
Interpersonal, communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Planning and organizing.
Department or area operating processes, computer applications, operating systems, and current technologies.
Plan, organize, lead, and manage complex and multiple projects from start to finish.
Plan, assign, schedule, direct, and evaluate the work of others.
Research legal documents, codes, and regulations.
Review and evaluate the work of others and provide advice and assistance on work improvements.
Write reports and other documents in a clear and concise manner.
Organize work tasks to complete projects in accordance with established deadlines.
Use sound judgment and work effectively with only general supervision.
Deal with the public in a pleasant, courteous, and calm manner and explain technical materials.
Work effectively in a highly stressful environment.

Location

Spokane County

Work Type

Regular
Full-time

Experience Level

Six (6) years of experience managing public works projects
Four (4) years of experience may be substituted for education

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree
Project Management Professional (PMP) is desirable

Salary/Compensations

$81,915.44 - $114,099.41 Annually
$104,852 - $146,047 Annually (Total Compensation Estimate)

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Life insurance
Long term disability

About the Company

Spokane County Public Works Department

Equal Opportunity

All County employees are responsible for contributing to a safe and positive work environment, actively demonstrating the County values in their daily work and interactions: Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Innovation.