King County, WA
Overview
Are you an expert in the world of noxious weed management, and a collaborator across multiple agencies to sustain resilient landscapes? The Noxious Weeds Program Manager (Environmental Programs Managing Supervisor) leads a nationally recognized program in King County's Water and Land Resources Division, Rural and Regional Services Section, regulating the control of Class A and B noxious weeds and coordinating with county leadership, the King County Noxious Weed Board, and the Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board. The Unit currently has 22 staff collecting data in real time throughout the county. The program is funded by a parcel fee generating roughly $6M per year. This position reports to the Rural and Regional Services Section Manager, serves on the Section Leadership Team, and has had over a decade of influence at the state level and with other NW programs. The role follows a hybrid work model blending remote and in-person work. What You Will Be Doing (Responsibilities)
Provide strategic direction to the NW program based on expertise, state/local laws, long-range vision (including climate change resilience), and coordination with section/division/department leadership. Frame budgetary, statutory, and operating conditions for program sustainability; determine project/program budget, schedule, scope, and performance indicators; use evaluation findings to redirect the program; monitor financial status. Direct and/or supervise multiple professional staff; set priorities, ensure follow-through and quality assurance; provide staff development; build partnerships across programs and with program partners. Promote equity in service delivery and identify/dismantle inequitable practices within the program. Advance state and local NW programs through communications, presentations, conferences, staff certifications, and lessons learned from other programs. About The Team
WLRD protects King County’s natural resources and manages agriculture, forestry, rivers, flooding, habitat, noxious weeds, stormwater, environmental science, and hazardous waste. The Rural and Regional Services Section focuses on Clean Water/Healthy Habitat, Land Conservation, Local Food Initiatives, salmon recovery, environmental markets, farm access, forest health, and noxious weeds to create resilient landscapes. The Noxious Weed Control Program includes 22 full-time staff and 5 seasonal employees who work in field regions on regulated weeds, riparian weeds, the Healthy Lands Project (HeLP), and education/outreach. The program is highly collaborative with strong County leadership support. Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Required: A minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience, including working within a political and/or board structure, safety culture. Expertise in noxious weed management, current practices and climate change adaptation; knowledge of noxious weed laws, state/county boards, classifications, politics, and listing processes. Experience collaborating with government and non-government entities (tribal, county, federal, state, private, non-profit) as a program representative. Knowledge of government business practices with emphasis on customer service and decision-making processes. Awareness of social and environmental injustices; ability to apply equity frameworks to program design/delivery. Knowledge of tribal governments, TEK, and tribal relations including consultation responsibilities and treaty rights. Licenses: Valid Washington State driver’s license or ability to obtain one prior to starting. Competencies: Collaborates, Action Oriented, Strategic Mindset, Builds Effective Teams, Instills Trust, Racially Just. Nice To Have: Master’s in landscape Ecology or related field. Strong tribal relations and familiarity with TEK and regional tribes. Working Conditions
Hybrid model (remote and onsite). Primary onsite location: King Street Center, Seattle, WA 98104. Remote work requires residing in WA state and within reasonable distance to a King County worksite. Full-time; 40-hour work week; exempt from overtime (FLSA). Schedule typically 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday; occasional non-standard hours may be required. Regular field trips across the County; exposure to herbicides and insects; safety protocols apply. Application and Selection Process
King County welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. Materials will be screened for clarity, completeness, and alignment with essential qualifications to determine invitation to panel interviews. Please detail how your skills and experience meet the minimum qualifications. Required materials:
Online application with supplemental responses; resume (optional review); cover letter optional. Note: Additional documents may not be considered during minimum qualification screening. Contact:
Isaac Good at (206) 848-0576 or igood@kingcounty.gov for more information. Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and disability insurance; retirement options (pension and 457 plan). Transportation program/ORCA; holidays, vacation, sick leave; parental/family/medical and volunteer leaves; flexible spending accounts; wellness programs; training and career development. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about benefits and the division, visit the King County website.
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Are you an expert in the world of noxious weed management, and a collaborator across multiple agencies to sustain resilient landscapes? The Noxious Weeds Program Manager (Environmental Programs Managing Supervisor) leads a nationally recognized program in King County's Water and Land Resources Division, Rural and Regional Services Section, regulating the control of Class A and B noxious weeds and coordinating with county leadership, the King County Noxious Weed Board, and the Washington State Noxious Weed Control Board. The Unit currently has 22 staff collecting data in real time throughout the county. The program is funded by a parcel fee generating roughly $6M per year. This position reports to the Rural and Regional Services Section Manager, serves on the Section Leadership Team, and has had over a decade of influence at the state level and with other NW programs. The role follows a hybrid work model blending remote and in-person work. What You Will Be Doing (Responsibilities)
Provide strategic direction to the NW program based on expertise, state/local laws, long-range vision (including climate change resilience), and coordination with section/division/department leadership. Frame budgetary, statutory, and operating conditions for program sustainability; determine project/program budget, schedule, scope, and performance indicators; use evaluation findings to redirect the program; monitor financial status. Direct and/or supervise multiple professional staff; set priorities, ensure follow-through and quality assurance; provide staff development; build partnerships across programs and with program partners. Promote equity in service delivery and identify/dismantle inequitable practices within the program. Advance state and local NW programs through communications, presentations, conferences, staff certifications, and lessons learned from other programs. About The Team
WLRD protects King County’s natural resources and manages agriculture, forestry, rivers, flooding, habitat, noxious weeds, stormwater, environmental science, and hazardous waste. The Rural and Regional Services Section focuses on Clean Water/Healthy Habitat, Land Conservation, Local Food Initiatives, salmon recovery, environmental markets, farm access, forest health, and noxious weeds to create resilient landscapes. The Noxious Weed Control Program includes 22 full-time staff and 5 seasonal employees who work in field regions on regulated weeds, riparian weeds, the Healthy Lands Project (HeLP), and education/outreach. The program is highly collaborative with strong County leadership support. Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Required: A minimum of five (5) years of supervisory experience, including working within a political and/or board structure, safety culture. Expertise in noxious weed management, current practices and climate change adaptation; knowledge of noxious weed laws, state/county boards, classifications, politics, and listing processes. Experience collaborating with government and non-government entities (tribal, county, federal, state, private, non-profit) as a program representative. Knowledge of government business practices with emphasis on customer service and decision-making processes. Awareness of social and environmental injustices; ability to apply equity frameworks to program design/delivery. Knowledge of tribal governments, TEK, and tribal relations including consultation responsibilities and treaty rights. Licenses: Valid Washington State driver’s license or ability to obtain one prior to starting. Competencies: Collaborates, Action Oriented, Strategic Mindset, Builds Effective Teams, Instills Trust, Racially Just. Nice To Have: Master’s in landscape Ecology or related field. Strong tribal relations and familiarity with TEK and regional tribes. Working Conditions
Hybrid model (remote and onsite). Primary onsite location: King Street Center, Seattle, WA 98104. Remote work requires residing in WA state and within reasonable distance to a King County worksite. Full-time; 40-hour work week; exempt from overtime (FLSA). Schedule typically 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday; occasional non-standard hours may be required. Regular field trips across the County; exposure to herbicides and insects; safety protocols apply. Application and Selection Process
King County welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. Materials will be screened for clarity, completeness, and alignment with essential qualifications to determine invitation to panel interviews. Please detail how your skills and experience meet the minimum qualifications. Required materials:
Online application with supplemental responses; resume (optional review); cover letter optional. Note: Additional documents may not be considered during minimum qualification screening. Contact:
Isaac Good at (206) 848-0576 or igood@kingcounty.gov for more information. Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and disability insurance; retirement options (pension and 457 plan). Transportation program/ORCA; holidays, vacation, sick leave; parental/family/medical and volunteer leaves; flexible spending accounts; wellness programs; training and career development. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about benefits and the division, visit the King County website.
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