Stormwater Supervising Engineer

Summary

Thinking about how you can bring your engineering expertise into a space that is intent on shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future for our communities? As a Stormwater Supervising Engineer , you will supervise an inspection team and directly manage multiple programs responsible for addressing a range of drainage and surface water issues while empowering landowners in unincorporated King County . You will work within a collaborative team of engineers, offering tailored support, facilitating essential inspections , and ensuring compliance with King County regulations. This awesome opportunity is your perfect chance to join us !

About the Role:
This role is an integral part of our engineering team supporting multiple programs to provide assistance, solutions and enforcement across all of unincorporated King County. As a Stormwater Supervising Engineer (Engineer IV), you will supervise the facility inspection team, provide technical assistance, and solutions to landowners private and public and will require well developed communication skills in the delivery of customer service. Within this role, you will also be responsible for designing, managing, and implementing small construction and maintenance projects, as well as assess and determine solutions for drainage challenges affecting a variety of stakeholders, and ensure compliance with King County code related to drainage and surface water management. This position may require solo field work year-round, in inclement weather and in aquatic environments.

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

About the Team:
The Stormwater Services Section (SWS) is a constantly evolving cutting-edge organization charged with delivering services essential to managing stormwater runoff and surface water to protect public safety, improve water quality, restore aquatic resources, safeguard properties, and comply with county, state, and federal requirements.

WLRD’s mission is to protect, restore, and manage King County's water and land using the best available science, innovation, and collaborating with partners and the community. These, and many more programs, make WLRD an exciting and fulfilling place to work. For more information about the division, see www.kingcounty.gov/depts/dnrp/wlr.aspx .

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 Stormwater 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 Inspection group, a team of eight ( 8) positions. Develop and fulfill annual objectives and targets and provide quality control of the group ’ s work. Assess, develop and implement staff opportunities for learning and growth . Coordinate and oversee the inspection of various stormwater facilities and components including for commercial, residential, regional, FMD , Solid Waste, Wastewater and Rainwise sites, as well as others as assigned.


Manage and implement SWS’s Commercial Inspection and Enforcement programs.


I mplement SWS’s SWM Fee Discount Review program .


Respond to Stakeholder requests while using verbal and written communication and conflict resolution skills, problem assessment and analysis , and knowledge of design manuals and regulatory code /requirements to facilitate work.


Multi-disciplinary collaboration and communication with varied stakeholders, residents and decision-makers.


Participate in SWS’s Emergency Response Team which may include after-hours response .


Other tasks as assigned.



Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• College degree in Engineering or similar area of study, or five ( 5) years experience assessing, analyzing and solving stormwater and/ or surface water problems directly related to the maintenance, operations or construction of stormwater or surface water facilities.
• Two (2) years experience as a supervisor or five ( 5) years experience as a lead responsible for a team .
• Experience with performance management, including evaluating team performance metrics, providing constructive feedback, and implementing performance improvement plans , for direct reports or team members .
• Experience assessing , analyzing and solv ing stormwater and/or surface water problems.
• Experience using project management/planning techniques and principles.
• Effective communication of technical details in a clear and concise manner to diverse audiences .
• Commitment and understanding of equity and a demonstrated skill establishing and maintaining work relationships with a diverse group of people.

Competencies You Bring:

• Manages Complexity : Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• 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.
• Manages Conflict : Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• Values Differences : Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
• A ction Oriented : Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• E nsures Accountability : Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• Professional Engineering License or Engineer-in-Training License issued by Washington State Dept. of Licensing.
  

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

• Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role will work remotely from a home location, with onsite visits 1-5 days per week . There is also a division expectation to attend one (1) in-person collaboration day 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 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. The candidate in this role will be expected to p articipate in SWS’s Emergency Response Team which may include after-hours response .
• 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. There is potential for this position to have infrequent exposure to confined spaces and/or loud noise environments.

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. In addition to the current opening , t his recruitment may be used to establish a pool of qualified candidates to fill future Stormwater Supervising Engineer vacancies within the Water and Land Resources Division over the next six (6) months . The se opportunities may b e Term-Limited-Temporary (TLT), Special Duty Assignment (SDA), or Career Service (FTE) positions .

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 .

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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: 9/7/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• King County Water and Land Resources Division

• 206-477-4800

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