Strategic Planning and Asset Manager

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Why it's a great opportunity: In this role you will be a part of the leadership team for Planning and Public Works largest Division overseeing maintenance, operations, inspections, and planning for road, storm drain, and levy infrastructure.

That work will include oversight of accounting systems, budgets, maintenance planning, emergency response coordination, GIS data maintenance, NPDS compliance, and asset management strategies.

You will utilize data, strong communication, and collaborative partnership to keep strategic initiatives moving forward to maintain and better the communities of Pierce County.

Why it's a great department: PPW stewards a healthy and vibrant community by collaboratively planning and investing in our people, infrastructure, systems, and policies.

PPW’s team has more than 800 members that collaborate, innovate and inspire in performing essential services to the community.

The department is responsible for the County road and levee systems, sewer systems, airports, ferries, building permits, environmental review, sustainability, community planning, and code enforcement - just to name a few!Learn more about Planning and Public Works here.

How to be successful in the role: Your success will come from your high-level leadership, partnership, and communication skills with regional and local partners, cross-divisional support, and your own team.

Your experience with planning, budgeting, coordination, and streamlining of total asset oversight will further ensure your success.

Your future in this role: You will have access to professional development through robust online learning and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success.

This position has multiple career growth and promotional opportunities in Pierce County to build on a great career while directly impacting the communities in Pierce County.

Core daily responsibilities:

• Direct the development and implementation of a division-wide strategic business plan, asset management plan, and performance and accountability assessment system.
• Oversee, supervise and/or lead the planning and program management of the strategic plan, asset management system, performance measurement and accountability assessment system, and/or other administrative programs or functions across a large department or division.
• Administer appropriate provisions of the Washington State Environmental Policy Act, Planning Enabling Act, and other federal, state, and local land use, transportation, utility, and resource management policies and regulations.
• Develop department-wide performance measures working with all divisions and managers in Planning and Public Works.
• Coordinate and monitor work assignments for technical and professional staff working in various program areas to assure adherence to prescribed timelines, and compliance with departmental procedures.
• Assign, review, and approve the work of subordinate staff; investigate grievances involving subordinates and recommend resolution; recommend hiring, promotional and disciplinary action; approve leave requests and overtime; provide adequate coverage during staff absences.
• Conduct performance evaluations and develop performance measures and standards.
• Conduct benchmark and national assessment activities for assessing department functions and processes.
• Initiate, direct, and prepare studies and staff reports related to land use, transportation, or utility issues and analysis of environmental impacts.
• Lead and participate in preparation of annual budget requests, grant proposals, and administration of annual operating budget.

A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here.

Qualifications

• Additional education or experience may substitute for the recruiting requirement.
• Eight or more years of related strategic planning or asset management work experience required, AND
• Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in business/public administration, engineering, planning, environmental studies, geography, or related field.
• A resume and cover letter are required for this position.

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

Additional Information

To be considered for this opportunity please:

• Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs.
• If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.
• If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
• Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed.

Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration.

Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date.

Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.

At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step.

We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career.

We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision.

Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home?