King County
This position is open to all qualified candidates
An exciting new opportunity for a Project Control Supervisor within the King County Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) has just arrived! This is a new position, and you will partner with two peers to help lead the Process Control work group at the treatment plants.
About the Role: This role will help the entire Process Control work group but will have a primary focus on the Brightwater treatment plant, the Carnation treatment plant, and the conveyance pump stations on the east side of Lake Washington. The role will have supervisory responsibilities for technical staff involved in the engineering and analysis of the process control function for wastewater treatment plants. The position will interface with individual contributors up to members of the division leadership team and will play an important role in influencing the strategy and the future capital development investments of our utility.
Beyond the core wastewater process control work, this leader will help direct our on-site compliance efforts with environmental regulations and help build out a workforce and systems to support these compliance requirements (e.g., Industrial Stormwater, Hazardous Waste, Underground Storage Tanks, Emergency Planning, and Community Right-to-Know).
About the Team: WTD is committed to the principles of equity and social justice. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences in our workforce and are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. WTD strives to provide equitable services to residents and businesses across King County. We work in a fast‑paced industrial environment with a large variety of systems and equipment that are critical to the success of our mission.
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 Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, 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 Wastewater Treatment 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.
What You Will Be Doing:
Perform the full scope of supervisory responsibilities for the assigned process control staff
Evaluate plant performance and laboratory data and provide or approve directives for process control adjustments
Review and approve regulatory and technical reports
Partner with regulatory agencies and diligently work to ensure compliance with all permits, laws, and regulations
Provide overall vision for the process control function and motivate employees
Approve purchasing, budgeting, design upgrades and major process control changes
Review and approve laboratory testing and sampling techniques and procedures including Quality Assurance/Quality Control programs (QA/QC)
Review, improve, and create work processes and procedures to help improve efficiency and documentation
Qualifications You Bring:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering field, or equivalent combination of education and experience, in a physical science, engineering field, and/or wastewater, ranging from certificate programs through doctorate degrees and post graduate work
Proven ability to communicate / present technical information to non-technical audiences to enable data-driven business decisions
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders including operations & maintenance, procurement, engineering, human resources, senior leadership, and the general public
Direct “process control” work experience in a manufacturing setting (e.g., wastewater treatment plant, drinking water plant, etc.)
Skill in written communication techniques and principles, to be measured through a detailed review of submitted materials (e.g., cover letter, resume, and answers to supplemental questions)
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
Plans and Aligns:
Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals
Drives Vision and Purpose:
Painting a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action
Builds Effective Teams:
Building strong‑identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals
Collaborates:
Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
Required Licenses:
Wastewater Treatment Operator’s Group IV, or ability to secure within 1 year
It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:
Demonstrated experience and knowledge in supervising people
Working Conditions:
Work Location:
Brightwater Treatment Plant - 22505 WA-9, Woodinville, WA 98072
Work Schedule:
This full‑time position works a 40‑hour work week, Monday‑Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends to meet business needs. A flex schedule (e.g., 9/80) is available once the person is fully onboarded after probation into the role. This position is not covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible. The position requires the ability to work during adverse and inclement weather conditions.
Union Representation:
This position is represented by Local 117 WTD‑Supervisors
Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. 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.
Anticipated Timeline for this recruitment:
Technical Vetting:
Virtual screening questions followed by a required essay. Tentative week of 10/27
Interview:
Virtual interview tentative week of 11/3
To apply, submit a:
Complete Application
Resume
Cover Letter
Complete Supplemental Questions
Note:
Additional documents will not be considered during minimum qualification screening.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Dan Sherman HR Analyst dasherman@kingcounty.gov
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.
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An exciting new opportunity for a Project Control Supervisor within the King County Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) has just arrived! This is a new position, and you will partner with two peers to help lead the Process Control work group at the treatment plants.
About the Role: This role will help the entire Process Control work group but will have a primary focus on the Brightwater treatment plant, the Carnation treatment plant, and the conveyance pump stations on the east side of Lake Washington. The role will have supervisory responsibilities for technical staff involved in the engineering and analysis of the process control function for wastewater treatment plants. The position will interface with individual contributors up to members of the division leadership team and will play an important role in influencing the strategy and the future capital development investments of our utility.
Beyond the core wastewater process control work, this leader will help direct our on-site compliance efforts with environmental regulations and help build out a workforce and systems to support these compliance requirements (e.g., Industrial Stormwater, Hazardous Waste, Underground Storage Tanks, Emergency Planning, and Community Right-to-Know).
About the Team: WTD is committed to the principles of equity and social justice. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences in our workforce and are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. WTD strives to provide equitable services to residents and businesses across King County. We work in a fast‑paced industrial environment with a large variety of systems and equipment that are critical to the success of our mission.
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 Industrial Maintenance Mechanic, 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 Wastewater Treatment 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.
What You Will Be Doing:
Perform the full scope of supervisory responsibilities for the assigned process control staff
Evaluate plant performance and laboratory data and provide or approve directives for process control adjustments
Review and approve regulatory and technical reports
Partner with regulatory agencies and diligently work to ensure compliance with all permits, laws, and regulations
Provide overall vision for the process control function and motivate employees
Approve purchasing, budgeting, design upgrades and major process control changes
Review and approve laboratory testing and sampling techniques and procedures including Quality Assurance/Quality Control programs (QA/QC)
Review, improve, and create work processes and procedures to help improve efficiency and documentation
Qualifications You Bring:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in an engineering field, or equivalent combination of education and experience, in a physical science, engineering field, and/or wastewater, ranging from certificate programs through doctorate degrees and post graduate work
Proven ability to communicate / present technical information to non-technical audiences to enable data-driven business decisions
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders including operations & maintenance, procurement, engineering, human resources, senior leadership, and the general public
Direct “process control” work experience in a manufacturing setting (e.g., wastewater treatment plant, drinking water plant, etc.)
Skill in written communication techniques and principles, to be measured through a detailed review of submitted materials (e.g., cover letter, resume, and answers to supplemental questions)
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
Plans and Aligns:
Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals
Drives Vision and Purpose:
Painting a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action
Builds Effective Teams:
Building strong‑identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals
Collaborates:
Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
Required Licenses:
Wastewater Treatment Operator’s Group IV, or ability to secure within 1 year
It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:
Demonstrated experience and knowledge in supervising people
Working Conditions:
Work Location:
Brightwater Treatment Plant - 22505 WA-9, Woodinville, WA 98072
Work Schedule:
This full‑time position works a 40‑hour work week, Monday‑Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends to meet business needs. A flex schedule (e.g., 9/80) is available once the person is fully onboarded after probation into the role. This position is not covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible. The position requires the ability to work during adverse and inclement weather conditions.
Union Representation:
This position is represented by Local 117 WTD‑Supervisors
Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. 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.
Anticipated Timeline for this recruitment:
Technical Vetting:
Virtual screening questions followed by a required essay. Tentative week of 10/27
Interview:
Virtual interview tentative week of 11/3
To apply, submit a:
Complete Application
Resume
Cover Letter
Complete Supplemental Questions
Note:
Additional documents will not be considered during minimum qualification screening.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Dan Sherman HR Analyst dasherman@kingcounty.gov
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.
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