Data and Performance Specialist (Project/Program Manager II)

Full Job Description

**This recruitment will be used to fill one Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) position. The TLT/SDA is anticipated to last one year, with the possibility of extension.

The Road Services Division (Roads) of King County’s Department of Local Services presents this unique opportunity to join Roads’ Grants, Planning and Strategy team as a Data and Performance Specialist (Project/Program Manager II).

We are a highly collaborative unit within the Strategic Business Operations Section, with responsibilities that support a growing number of programs and projects within the Division as well as the Department.

This position will play a crucial role in managing diverse technical tasks for programs related to performance measurement and grant management.

We are seeking a detail -oriented, collaborative professional to support program operations, grant management, and performance reporting across the division.

The ideal candidate will excel in research, problem-solving, and technical facilitation; have a passion for data analysis; and possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

Our Commitment to Equity and Racial and Social Justice

The Department of Local Services is deeply committed to advancing Equity and Racial and Social Justice in all aspects of our work.

Guided by King County’s “True North” values, we strive to ensure every person can thrive. We embrace and celebrate the diverse experiences and perspectives of our employees, partners, and communities.

Our work includes dismantling systemic barriers, addressing inequities, and confronting biases.

This is an ongoing journey, and we remain dedicated to creating meaningful, positive impact for the people we serve.

Requirements

Program & Operational Support

• Coordinate review and comment processes.
• Respond to program and project inquiries.
• Gather, analyze, and interpret data to support decision-making.
• Maintain multiple SharePoint sites, ensuring accurate content, access, and updates.
• Partner with staff across work groups to identify and implement process improvements.
• Support meetings, coordination efforts, and communication with King County staff.
• Draft external correspondence for supervisors or management.
• Collaborate effectively with teams across the division and perform other duties as assigned.

Grants Management

• Build, monitor, and maintain databases and tracking systems to ensure compliance and data accuracy.
• Organize and maintain grant files, reports, and audit documentation across SharePoint, shared drives, and databases.
• Track grant project scope, schedule, and budget; follow up with project managers to address risks or issues.
• Assist with preparing grant applications, amendments, reports, close-outs, and other required submissions.

Performance Management

• Produce monthly and quarterly performance dashboards.
• Convene and support interdisciplinary teams to measure and report performance.
• Coordinate performance management processes that support continuous improvement and strong data stewardship.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with project management and data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Airtable).
• Strong skills in data visualization, report development, research, analysis, and data entry.
• Experience building and managing databases, dashboards, SharePoint sites, and document management systems.
• Background providing complex technical and administrative support.
• Ability to create workflows and standard procedures, and to collaborate with diverse teams on process improvements.
• Exceptional attention to detail, follow-through-, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Cultural awareness and comfort engaging in conversations about race, equity, and diversity.

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of grant management processes and related local, state, and federal requirements.
• Experience with LEAN or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Competency leading improvement projects and adopting new systems to enhance value for partners.

Additional Information

INTERVIEW SCHEDULE: Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to participate in an interview the week of 2/16/2026.

WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer.

Current employees selected for a Special Duty Assignment will be compensated based on the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement or Master Labor Agreement for their base assignment if applicable.

APPLICATION PROCESS: A full and complete King County application is required.

You may also provide a resume and cover letter, summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position.

Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews.

For interviewing tips, please see the STAR-LA method: star-la_interview_method.pdf WORK SCHEDULE: The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 8.00 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m., and adjustments to the schedule may be discussed with your supervisor.

This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standard Act and is eligible for overtime pay, with prior supervisor approval.EMERGENCY DESIGNATION STATUS: Non-Mission Critical- Employees who staff county functions or services that may be delayed, suspended, or diverted in an emergency while essential functions are prioritized Mission Critical.

Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather.

For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by PROTEC17

TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT: We will work in the office at least three days a week to foster connection and responsiveness, arrive prepared and on time, and structure meetings with clear goals and next steps.

WORK LOCATION: Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Your primary onsite workspace will be at King Street Center, 201 S Jackson St, Seattle.

Employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

To learn more about the Department of Local Services, please visit our website at: https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/local-services

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Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference?

Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

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.

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.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:

Janice Antonio
Human Resource Analyst
206-263-2003
jantonio@kingcounty.gov