Utility Franchise Program Lead
About The Position
The Department of Executive Services, Facilities Management Division (FMD), is seeking a real estate professional to negotiate terms and conditions for utility franchise agreements and administer those agreements. The role serves as a technical expert in franchising and involves working in politically sensitive environments. The successful candidate will work independently, lead, and contribute as a team member. FMD maintains King County-owned facilities and provides safe, welcoming, and sustainable spaces for County employees and the public. The division has more than 350 employees and manages facilities including offices, Health Through Housing facilities, correctional facilities, and the Courthouse. This position works in a hybrid model, with three required office days per week and telecommuting. The balance of remote and onsite work depends on business needs and may change. The primary onsite location is the King County Chinook Building in Seattle. Employees must reside in Washington State within a reasonable distance of their worksite, maintain a reliable internet-connected home workspace, and be available during scheduled work hours. The position is exempt from overtime eligibility; the typical workweek is 40 hours, Monday through Friday. The role is represented by International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Local 117 Professional & Technical. The selected candidate must complete an annual Financial Disclosure Statement and possess a Washington State Driver’s License.
Requirements
- Experience negotiating and administering complex binding agreements.
- Understanding of general contract terms and conditions and principles of contract interpretation.
- Advanced oral and written communication, problem-solving, analytical, and investigative research skills.
- Experience in facilitation, conflict resolution, and customer service.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
- Washington State Driver’s License.
- Must reside in Washington State within a reasonable distance of the King County worksite.
- Must complete an annual Financial Disclosure Statement in accordance with the King County Code of Ethics.
- Must maintain a reliable internet-connected home workspace and remain available during scheduled work hours.
Nice To Haves
- Experience negotiating and administering terms and conditions of utility franchise agreements for use of road rights-of-way.
- Knowledge of utility franchise terms and conditions.
- Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations related to use of road rights-of-way.
Responsibilities
- Negotiate complex franchise terms and conditions with utilities for use of County Road rights-of-way.
- Prepare legislative and other documents necessary to process franchise applications through King County Council review and execution.
- Coordinate review and input from County agencies before, during, and after negotiations.
- Implement and administer executed franchise agreements by educating County agencies, resolving conflicts, and supporting compliance with agreement terms and conditions.
- Research franchise and road right-of-way issues and facilitate resolution among competing priorities.
- Support documentation of standard work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
