Yakima County
Public Services Director
The mission of Yakima County Government is to provide accessible, responsive and responsible public service through leadership and teamwork committed to understanding and meeting public needs. Our Values: Integrity Common Sense Innovation Accountability Position Data: Public Services Director-S Regular Exempt (ineligible for overtime) Pay Range: $12,321-$13,716 Per Month Job Closing Date: Open Until Filled with weekly reviews. There is one opening for Public Services Director with Yakima county. Under the direction of the Board of Yakima County Commissioners, the Public Services Director is responsible for the business and service delivery aspects of the Public Services Department (PSD). The PSD is composed of the following divisions: Building and Fire Safety GIS Planning Public Services Accounting Public Services Administrator Solid Waste Utilities Water Resources Determines scope, direction and goals of the Department to meet policy objectives. Develops, implements, monitors, and adjusts programs and strategies to meet objectives and allocate resources. Benefits included in position: Health Care Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life and Basic LTD) Retirement Benefits Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that occur within 90 days of the closing of this position. (This excludes Yakima County Sheriff's Office and Department of Corrections) Responsibilities: Essential Duties: Determines scope, direction and goals of the Public Services Department (PSD) to meet goals established by the Board; Responsible for the delivery of essential governmental services within Major County Functions including Solid Waste; Public Services Utilities; Water Resources; Planning; Building and Fire Safety, and Code Enforcement. Develops, implements, monitors, and adjusts minor functions, programs and strategies to meet objectives and allocate resources. (See attached functional organizational chart); Directs and oversees near-term and long range work planning, goal setting, prioritization, funding, and monitoring; Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency, effectiveness, and cost-effectiveness of service delivery. County Property Manager. Manages all aspects of Yakima County's real property; advises the Board on proposed property purchases; evaluates and makes recommendations to the Board regarding disposition of County property (sell, lease or otherwise dispose of any property belonging to the County (land, facilities, and water rights)); oversees and manages property sales. Performs the full range of managerial oversight functions within the PSD; acts as final appointing authority and retains authority over organizational structure, budget, staffing levels and configuration, financial management, strategic planning, policy development, performance management and the prioritization and allocation of resources (facilities, people, money, materials, etc.); Oversees staff implementation of Board goals and policies; Provides effective leadership and management in the administration of the PSD; Delegates authority to personnel commensurate with assigned responsibility and ensures the proper functioning of PSD staff; Evaluates performance and effectiveness of subordinates and holds staff accountable. Directs the development and implementation of the Department budget averaging $39.6 million annually; Manages 37 separate funds having a variety of fund types and sub-types; Allocates resources among major functions, minor functions, and programs subject to Board policy direction, and constraints imposed by law and/or economic conditions; Directs the development of departmental financial management policies and procedures to include clerical, payroll, purchase and inventory of supplies and equipment, accounting, grant administration, contracts, revenues, and revenue analysis. Works with the Board to develop and manage complex, high-visibility programs that typically have no County or State precedent (County Water Rights Banking and sales, YCWRS, Yakima Basin Integrated Plan policies, groundwater decline and contamination studies and ongoing partnerships to reduce Nitrate levels in the Lower Yakima Valley). Oversees the policy direction, funding and coordination of the special district, multi-million dollar Flood Control Zone District (FCZD); understand its vision and strategic policy direction. Assists the Board in developing and managing policy matters and issues; Assists the Board in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with elected officials, external agencies, other governmental agencies, the public, and community organizations; Provides technical advice and assistance requiring a diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Other duties required. Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field and twelve (12) years of work experience in a blend of professional, technical, managerial and executive level positions with a substantial emphasis in public management or the equivalent education and experience to perform the essential duties of the job. Required: Valid WA State Driver's license and proof of insurance, if requested. Successful completion of a criminal background investigation and general employment verification. Preferred: Master's degree in Public Administration or Business Administration Equipment Used: Computer, calculator, copy machine, cell phone, other small office equipment, passenger vehicle Working Conditions: Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Knowledge: Working knowledge of governmental organization, rules, regulations and process. Working knowledge within area of responsibility of relevant laws and regulatory agency requirements including federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations. Working knowledge and demonstrated proficiency in sound principles necessary to plan, develop, finance, operate, and maintain major County infrastructure, facilities, and capital projects. Thorough working knowledge of the basic principles of effective management and supervision; methods and procedures used in project management and control. Substantial expertise in budget, financial management, human resources, technology, and capital facilities management. Understanding of the process of public involvement and effective citizen participation. Knowledge and understanding of civil litigation and liability management. Skills and abilities: Skill in making critical decisions involving large, complex technical or financial transactions. Skill in making decisions and to exercise judgment in developing, applying and interpreting policies and procedures. Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with County officials, other local government and state officials, employees, and the public. Skill in supervising professional, technical, and administrative staff. Skill in public relations activities to include speaking before large groups, drafting news releases and stories, articulating goals and projects to the media, the Board, government officials, department heads, employees, and the public. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and the Disabled are encouraged to apply. Yakima County ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of a person's age, color, creed, sensory, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political belief, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and military status, or any other protected status under federal or state statute. PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish the information. Disabled applicants may request accommodation to participate in the job application and/or selection process for employment. Please contact Human Resources for further information. Yakima County is a qualified Public Service entity
The mission of Yakima County Government is to provide accessible, responsive and responsible public service through leadership and teamwork committed to understanding and meeting public needs. Our Values: Integrity Common Sense Innovation Accountability Position Data: Public Services Director-S Regular Exempt (ineligible for overtime) Pay Range: $12,321-$13,716 Per Month Job Closing Date: Open Until Filled with weekly reviews. There is one opening for Public Services Director with Yakima county. Under the direction of the Board of Yakima County Commissioners, the Public Services Director is responsible for the business and service delivery aspects of the Public Services Department (PSD). The PSD is composed of the following divisions: Building and Fire Safety GIS Planning Public Services Accounting Public Services Administrator Solid Waste Utilities Water Resources Determines scope, direction and goals of the Department to meet policy objectives. Develops, implements, monitors, and adjusts programs and strategies to meet objectives and allocate resources. Benefits included in position: Health Care Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life and Basic LTD) Retirement Benefits Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Paid Sick Leave This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that occur within 90 days of the closing of this position. (This excludes Yakima County Sheriff's Office and Department of Corrections) Responsibilities: Essential Duties: Determines scope, direction and goals of the Public Services Department (PSD) to meet goals established by the Board; Responsible for the delivery of essential governmental services within Major County Functions including Solid Waste; Public Services Utilities; Water Resources; Planning; Building and Fire Safety, and Code Enforcement. Develops, implements, monitors, and adjusts minor functions, programs and strategies to meet objectives and allocate resources. (See attached functional organizational chart); Directs and oversees near-term and long range work planning, goal setting, prioritization, funding, and monitoring; Continuously monitors and evaluates the efficiency, effectiveness, and cost-effectiveness of service delivery. County Property Manager. Manages all aspects of Yakima County's real property; advises the Board on proposed property purchases; evaluates and makes recommendations to the Board regarding disposition of County property (sell, lease or otherwise dispose of any property belonging to the County (land, facilities, and water rights)); oversees and manages property sales. Performs the full range of managerial oversight functions within the PSD; acts as final appointing authority and retains authority over organizational structure, budget, staffing levels and configuration, financial management, strategic planning, policy development, performance management and the prioritization and allocation of resources (facilities, people, money, materials, etc.); Oversees staff implementation of Board goals and policies; Provides effective leadership and management in the administration of the PSD; Delegates authority to personnel commensurate with assigned responsibility and ensures the proper functioning of PSD staff; Evaluates performance and effectiveness of subordinates and holds staff accountable. Directs the development and implementation of the Department budget averaging $39.6 million annually; Manages 37 separate funds having a variety of fund types and sub-types; Allocates resources among major functions, minor functions, and programs subject to Board policy direction, and constraints imposed by law and/or economic conditions; Directs the development of departmental financial management policies and procedures to include clerical, payroll, purchase and inventory of supplies and equipment, accounting, grant administration, contracts, revenues, and revenue analysis. Works with the Board to develop and manage complex, high-visibility programs that typically have no County or State precedent (County Water Rights Banking and sales, YCWRS, Yakima Basin Integrated Plan policies, groundwater decline and contamination studies and ongoing partnerships to reduce Nitrate levels in the Lower Yakima Valley). Oversees the policy direction, funding and coordination of the special district, multi-million dollar Flood Control Zone District (FCZD); understand its vision and strategic policy direction. Assists the Board in developing and managing policy matters and issues; Assists the Board in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with elected officials, external agencies, other governmental agencies, the public, and community organizations; Provides technical advice and assistance requiring a diversified knowledge of principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Other duties required. Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field and twelve (12) years of work experience in a blend of professional, technical, managerial and executive level positions with a substantial emphasis in public management or the equivalent education and experience to perform the essential duties of the job. Required: Valid WA State Driver's license and proof of insurance, if requested. Successful completion of a criminal background investigation and general employment verification. Preferred: Master's degree in Public Administration or Business Administration Equipment Used: Computer, calculator, copy machine, cell phone, other small office equipment, passenger vehicle Working Conditions: Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Knowledge: Working knowledge of governmental organization, rules, regulations and process. Working knowledge within area of responsibility of relevant laws and regulatory agency requirements including federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations. Working knowledge and demonstrated proficiency in sound principles necessary to plan, develop, finance, operate, and maintain major County infrastructure, facilities, and capital projects. Thorough working knowledge of the basic principles of effective management and supervision; methods and procedures used in project management and control. Substantial expertise in budget, financial management, human resources, technology, and capital facilities management. Understanding of the process of public involvement and effective citizen participation. Knowledge and understanding of civil litigation and liability management. Skills and abilities: Skill in making critical decisions involving large, complex technical or financial transactions. Skill in making decisions and to exercise judgment in developing, applying and interpreting policies and procedures. Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with County officials, other local government and state officials, employees, and the public. Skill in supervising professional, technical, and administrative staff. Skill in public relations activities to include speaking before large groups, drafting news releases and stories, articulating goals and projects to the media, the Board, government officials, department heads, employees, and the public. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and the Disabled are encouraged to apply. Yakima County ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of a person's age, color, creed, sensory, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political belief, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and military status, or any other protected status under federal or state statute. PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish the information. Disabled applicants may request accommodation to participate in the job application and/or selection process for employment. Please contact Human Resources for further information. Yakima County is a qualified Public Service entity