Supervising Engineer

Summary

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

Are you ready to apply your engineering and supervisory skills to the waterways of scenic King County, Washington? King County Habitat Restoration Unit is a leader in river and floodplain restoration because we build multi-benefit projects that protect people and the environment. As a supervisor in the Habitat Restoration Unit of the WLRD Capital Delivery Section, you will oversee diverse, multi-disciplinary teams that manage flood risk and restore important aquatic habitat and experience many opportunities to build and showcase your problem solving and communications skills.

About the Role :
The role of a Supervising Engineer (Engineer IV) in the Habitat Restoration U nit is to supervis e and mentor engineering staff in the unit , review engineering work products , and facilitate a collaborative environment for project teams. Collaboration and innovation are the cornerstones of restoration design in the Habitat Restoration Unit . The supervising engineer gives guidance and backing to engineering staff and project teams to employ creative problem solving while applying critical thinking to a ssess the effectiveness toward intended function and potential risk .

This position performs work remotely and onsite at field locations and in the office.

About the Team:

The Water & Land Resources Division delivers a diverse portfolio of environmental services, including stormwater management, salmon recovery, flood risk management, noxious weed removal and supporting agriculture and forestry. This portfolio puts the Water and Land Resources Division at the center of key plans and initiatives launched by the King County Executive, including Clean Water Healthy Habitat, Strategic Climate Action Plan, Equity and Social Justice Strategic Plan and the Land Conservation Initiative. The work we do is diverse, stimulating and at the forefront of addressing today's environmental challenges. The Habitat Restoration Unit designs and implements innovative restoration and mitigation projects across the watersheds of unincorporated King County .

Commitment To Equity 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 Engineer , 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 Resource Division 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 Will Be Doing:

• Supervise the work program of technical staff, including hiring, performance management, career development and coaching.

• Work with the other members of the Habitat Restoration Unit management team to plan and prioritize project assignments in support of the ecological missions of King County.
• Provide technical assistance and program guidance to Habitat Restoration Unit staff, other supervisors, WLRD, and other county departments.
• Represent Habitat Restoration Unit programs and effectively collaborate on King County initiatives such as the Clean Water Healthy Habitat Strategy and the Strategic Climate Action Plan.
• Provide and/or direct technical and quality engineering review of capital improvement projects to apply accepted design and engineering standards, including making peer review assignments and providing review guidance.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• A commitment to advance King County's Equity and Social Justice initiative and cultural competence growth.
• Academic and professional work experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the job duties, including river hydraulics and engineering design principals sufficient to provide guidance and oversee the successful design and implementation of habitat restoration and flood protection CIPs.
• Skills demonstrating the ability to develop effective teams.
• Effectively delegate work and acquire staff resources necessary to align with the successful completion of planned milestones.
• Demonstrated skill at building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives including handling conflict s effectively.
• Demonstrated communication skills in complex environmental and politically sensitive settings; demonstrated ability to integrate technical results with the interpretation of adopted policies and regulatory requirements.

Required Licenses:

• Professional Engineering License, issued by Washington State Dept. of Licensing (or obtained via reciprocity w/in 6 months).
  

Competencies You Bring:

• Decision Quality : Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Plans and Aligns: The ability to develop and execute strategic plans that align with an organization's goals and objectives, ensuring effective and coordinated efforts across teams and functions.
• Builds Effective Teams : Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• Instills Trust : Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• Demonstrated experience as a project manager successfully delivering large, complex multi-year capital projects.
• Demonstrated experience as a supervisor of technical staff.
• Knowledge of Water and Land Resources Division Project Management Manual or similar approaches to providing best practices and due diligence in the implementation of CIP.
• Knowledge of local watersheds, regional salmon recovery strategies, King County Flood Hazard Management Plan and/or regional stormwater management priorities.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

• Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role will work remotely from a home location, with in-office visits 1-4 times per month and a dd itional visits to project sites may also be warranted . 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 their King County worksite to meet workplace reporting requirements.
• Work Schedule: This full-time position will work a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. The typical work schedule is 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday- Friday. Work outside the typical work schedule including early mornings, evenings and weekends may be required from time to time.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by PROTEC Local 17A bargaining unit.
• Physical Requirement: This position will have o pportunities for o ccasional field work in inclement weather and uneven terrain.

Application and Selection Process:
We are currently welcoming applications only from current King County employees , 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. This posting may be used to create an eligibility list for future vacancies in similar positions over the next six months.

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. Please ensure that your application materials clearly detail how your skills and experience meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this posting.

Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position.

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Online Application with response to supplemental questions.
• Resume.
• Cover Letter.

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

Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Isaac Good at (206) 848-0576 or igood@kingcounty.gov .

Discover More About the Water Land & Resources Division: Visit our website .

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Guided by our " True North ", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

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. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

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: 8/31/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• King County Water and Land Resources Division

• 206-477-4800

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