Engineering Supervisor

Summary

**This opportunity is open to current King County Career Service employees only. We are not accepting external applications at this time.**

Are you a collaborative people leader and skilled manager of capital projects ready to join a dedicated and diverse team to improve water quality, rehabilitate stormwater infrastructure, and advance multi-benefit capital projects? Are you excited to grow your career as an Engineering Supervisor (Engineer IV) working collaboratively to improve water quality for salmon and improve the resiliency of stormwater infrastructure for the communities of unincorporated King County?

Look no further than the Stormwater Capital Unit within King County, Washington's Water and Land Resources Division. We're not just a team; we're a tight knit community of stormwater focused professionals that believe in personal and professional growth and strive to deliver stormwater capital projects for the geographically and culturally diverse communities of unincorporated King County. We are seeking a standout professional to join us and lead a dynamic engineering team delivering crucial capital projects that support public safety, improve water quality and habitat, and meet water quality regulatory requirements. If you're ready to take on a position that's more than just a job, King County's Stormwater Capital Unit is the place for you.

About the Role

This one (1)-year special duty assignment (SDA) position will supervise up to six (6) engineers who work on a wide range of projects and programs within the work unit and the Capital Section. Projects include flood mitigation, detention and water quality facility repair or retrofit, feasibility projects, and regional stormwater facilities. The Engineering Supervisor is a working supervisor position, with an expectation to work 50% of time on capital projects in a project management and/or technical role and 50% of time in supervision/leadership.

As a leader in our organization, the individual in this position will provide guidance and mentorship to teams and individuals, help set performance metrics, assist with Unit work planning, work closely with project managers to create highly functioning teams, and bring a positive attitude and energy to set a tone of excellence and continuous learning where all team members are valued. The Engineering Supervisor will also serve as a technical expert and support other programmatic activities within the Stormwater Capital Unit, including management of the feasibility program, process improvements, team building, and workload planning.

About the Team

The Stormwater Capital Unit (SCU) designs, permits, implements and monitors stormwater projects across King County that address flow control, water quality, and aged or outdated infrastructure. SCU has a multidisciplinary staff of engineers, project managers, a landscape architect, and ecologist with experience in project feasibility, project planning and design, regulatory management, construction procurement and supervision, and project effectiveness monitoring.

We are looking for a compassionate, resourceful and technically skilled team leader who can support our multi-disciplinary teams to advance high priority stormwater projects within the newly formed Capital Section. The ideal candidate is someone who can effectively build project teams and mentor engineers and project managers under their supervision. Additionally, the most successful candidates will have demonstrated experience with stormwater infrastructure project management, capital project delivery, work well with diverse teams, and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners. We are seeking a leader aligned with SCU values including teamwork, dependability/accountability, open and honest communication, joyful/fun culture, curiosity and innovation, and respect and empathy. For more information about the Capital Services Unit, please visit our website .

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 an Engineering Supervisor (Engineer 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 Water and Land Resources Division (WLRD) of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP) . 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.

Job Duties

What You WiIl Be Doing:

• Provide direct supervision, technical oversight, and quality control to engineers for the implementation of stormwater capital improvement projects. Supervisory duties include hiring, performance management, career development, coaching and mentoring, and fostering a work culture where staff feel valued and not over allocated.
  
  
• Direct personnel in the planning, design, and construction of stormwater capital projects, including facility retrofits, new stormwater facilities, flood reduction, and water quality retrofits to help meet regulatory compliance, or floodplain reconnection capital projects.
  
  
• Provide and/or direct technical and quality engineering review of capital improvement projects to apply accepted design and engineering standards.
  
  
• Manage capital projects and/or provide technical support to capital projects.
  
  
• Collaborate with Stormwater Capital Unit Leadership Team to nurture team culture and plan/prioritize work assignments.
  

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, water resources, environmental science, natural resource management, urban/regional planning, or any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability and skills to perform the core work duties of the position.
  
  
• At least five (5) years’ experience as a lead capital project engineer.
  
  
• Demonstrated experience managing capital projects.
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple assignments with discipline, time management, and organization.
  

Competencies You Bring:

• 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.
• Directs Work: Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done.
• Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Values Differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
• Drives Engagement: Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
• Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

As part of our interview and professional development processes, we align with a competency-based framework. Korn Ferry offers a publicly available resource that describes many of the competencies we consider during hiring and performance discussions.

You’re welcome to review these materials to get a general understanding of the types of competencies we may be looking for:

https://www.kornferry.com/fyi-resources

Please note that while we draw on this model to inform our practices, we use it in a way that is tailored to our organization’s needs.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• Licensed Washington State professional civil engineering (P.E.) or licensed in another state with the ability to obtain Washington State license through reciprocity.
  
  
• Advanced knowledge of stormwater design principles and capital project delivery (planning, design and construction).
  
  
• A growth mindset and sense of humor.
  
  

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

• Remote and Onsite Work Details:
  Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite/field reporting requirements on Day 1 (orientation day) and typically 3-6 days per month. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life-balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department’s vision of Green Where We Work.
• Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by PROTEC Local 17A.
• Duration: The recruitment aims to fill a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) position with an anticipated 12-month duration.
• Necessary Special Requirements:
  • 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.
• Physical Requirements:
  This position requires the ability to conduct physical site inspections and evaluations, including in times of inclement weather conditions. There is often a need to walk on uneven terrain, for extended periods of time. Field conditions include brushy, forested environments, river, stream and wetland corridors, and slippery, uneven surfaces and adverse outdoor weather conditions. Work tasks also may include in-water situations involving wading and the use of rafts. Ability to work long hours outside conducting field work and occasionally in inclement weather is necessary.

Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified applicants, but first consideration will be given to all current King County PROTEC Local 17A bargaining unit employees eligible for a lateral transfer (transferring within the Engineer IV classification and having passed probation). We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Resume (Your resume should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Cover Letter (Your cover letter should detail your background and what you can bring to this position and will be used in the screening process; we’re looking for original writing that showcases your relevant job experience )

Initially, your application materials will be reviewed to see how they align with the below minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, water resources, environmental science, natural resource management, urban/regional planning, or any combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability and skills to perform the core work duties of the position.
  
  
• At least 5 years’ experience as a lead capital project engineer.
  
  
• Demonstrated success experience managing capital projects.
  

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Jamie Jensen-Young at 206-263-8779 or jjensenyoung@kingcounty.gov.

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To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12paid holidays each year plus twopersonal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental,family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page .

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

Closing Date/Time: 7/13/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• King County Water and Land Resources Division

• 206-477-4800

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