Supervising Project Manager/Ecologist

King County•Seattle - Regional area, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

In addition to the current opening, this recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future career service Capital Project Manager IV positions throughout the Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP) over the next 6 months. Are you passionate about restoring rivers, wetlands, floodplains, and nearshore habitats while leading a team of dedicated environmental professionals? King County's Habitat Restoration Unit is seeking two (2) Supervising Project Manager/Ecologists (Capital Project Manager IV) to lead complex habitat restoration and mitigation projects that support salmon recovery, ecological resilience, and healthy watersheds throughout the region. About the Role In this role, you will provide both technical and people leadership. You will oversee a team of ecologists and project managers while managing high-profile capital projects from planning and design through permitting, construction, and long-term stewardship. You will work closely with tribes, regulatory agencies, consultants, engineers, scientists, and community partners to deliver projects that provide lasting environmental benefits for people, fish, and wildlife. As a member of the Habitat Restoration Unit leadership team, you will help shape program priorities, support staff development, balance resources across a dynamic project portfolio, and advance strategic initiatives that strengthen the delivery of restoration work across King County. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced environmental leader who enjoys mentoring others, navigating complex challenges, and making a tangible impact on the health of our region's natural systems. About the Team The Habitat Restoration Unit is part of the Capital Delivery Section within King County's Water and Land Resources Division (WLRD). Our team plans, designs, and delivers restoration and mitigation projects that improve habitat conditions for salmon and other native species while increasing ecological resilience throughout King County. WLRD delivers a diverse portfolio of environmental services, including stormwater management, flood risk reduction, salmon recovery, agricultural and forestry support, and noxious weed control. This work places the division at the center of many of the region's most important environmental initiatives, including implementation of the Puget Sound Salmon Recovery Plan, Clean Water Healthy Habitat, the Strategic Climate Action Plan, the Equity and Social Justice Strategic Plan, and the Land Conservation Initiative. Our team values collaboration, scientific excellence, innovation, and continuous learning. We work closely with tribes, local communities, regulatory agencies, and partner organizations to develop solutions that support healthy ecosystems and more resilient communities. If you are motivated by meaningful public service and want to help shape the future of habitat restoration in the Pacific Northwest, we encourage you to apply. Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice: King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Supervising Project Manager/Ecologist (Capital Project Manager IV) , you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity . Apply now for a rewarding career at the Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP) of King County. Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities.

Requirements

A combination of education and experience in a relevant field or discipline that clearly demonstrates the skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform the core work duties of the position.
At least 5 years of increasingly responsible capital project management and ecological design and permitting work experience that provide the skills necessary to perform the core work duties of this position.
Demonstrated experience managing the work of others, including assigning and scheduling work, reviewing products, and providing training and oversight.
Experience developing work order requests and budgets, negotiating with consultants, and managing contracts.
Demonstrated understanding of and experience working in situations requiring cross-cultural sensitivity and centering racial equity, social justice principles, and environmental justice.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.
Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Builds Effective Teams: Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
Racially Just: Identify and replace racists systems and structures with anti-racists and pro-equity approaches.
Valid Washington State driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to starting work if selected for this position.
The final candidate will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment physical.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience inspecting, overseeing, or supervising construction projects.
Experience implementing habitat restoration, mitigation, flood protection, stormwater, or related capital projects in aquatic environments similar to those in the Pacific Northwest.
Demonstrated proficiency using Geographical Positioning Systems (GPS), Geographical Information Systems (e.g., ArcGIS Pro), and MS Excel or other programs for data analysis.

Responsibilities

Perform the full scope of supervisory responsibilities for a team of 4-6 ecologists and project managers. Responsibilities include providing technical guidance, supervising, coaching, evaluating performance, overseeing work plans, and providing training and professional development opportunities.
Manage complex, multi-disciplinary capital projects addressing high priority restoration and mitigation needs throughout King County.
Provide expert-level review and guidance to other ecologists and project managers. This includes capital project supervision, regulatory guidance, document review, ecological training (desktop and field), and other on-the-job mentoring and training.
Participate as member of the Unit leadership team, managing program work, regulatory initiatives, assigning and balancing work, and collaborating with other Capital Delivery Section supervisors to build a community of practice for ecologists.
Proactively apply principles of Equity and Social Justice through hiring, staff development, capital project planning and implementation, contracting, partnership with tribes, and communication and engagement with partners and the public. This includes the ability to identify and address potential inequities in processes, decisions and outcomes.