NEOGOV · 6 hours ago
Supervisor II - Vashon Island
Vashon Island, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$113K/yr - $143K/yrNEOGOV is seeking an experienced people leader for the Road Services Division of King County's Department of Local Services. This position is responsible for the overall performance, budget, and program safety for an assigned work unit, while promoting equity and social justice principles in all aspects of work.
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Responsibilities
Lead and be a role model by supervising teamwork activities and providing guidance and direction with handling complex or unexpected challenges
Effectively estimate time and costs, ensuring optimal resource allocation and timely, successful project completion
Build and maintain strong formal and informal relationships across the division; communicate effectively with senior leadership by providing tailored information and recommendations to support decision making, and address and investigate community complaints with professionalism and care
Monitor team performance by evaluating the quality and quantity of work, provide constructive feedback and prepare performance evaluations to support employee development and accountability. Administer disciplinary actions when necessary
Participate in the hiring process
Ensure proper safety precautions are followed on all job sites by implementing and overseeing work group safety activities, and verify that work crews adhere to construction, OSHA/WISHA, and environmental standards, codes, regulations, and specifications
Assist in budget preparation, monitor monthly and annual budget expenditures and authorize purchases and code invoices
Evaluate equipment needs and assist in the development of equipment specifications, order materials and supplies, and work with the King County Department of Finance to maintain appropriate vendor lists
Identify training needs for your team, research available training sources, develop, schedule and implement the annual work unit training program to ensure new employees are properly equipped and trained
Respond to emergency situations and natural disasters, which may include flooding, snow/ice events, windstorms, and earthquakes
Demonstrate a LEAN mindset by identifying opportunities for improvement and developing, recommending, and implementing enhancements to existing processes and procedures
Participate in meetings with supervisors and management to review projects, schedules, and timeliness
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Experience in construction, road maintenance, heavy manual labor areas OR the completion of a recognized vocational trades program, that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this position
Demonstrated ability in leading and supervising employees across various trade groups, fostering teamwork, providing onsite guidance/direction and correction of work performance
Knowledge of King County, Washington State and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the area of specialization and environmental permits
Knowledge of workload planning principles, safety procedures and job/project estimation
Proficiency in conducting performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback and fostering professional growth and development
Ability to support budget development and ensure accurate invoice coding and reconciliation
Proficient in reading blueprints, schematic drawings and in using Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Road Works or similar software
The ability to build and sustain effective working relationships with management, employees, County officials, other agency representatives, contract cities, and the broader community
The ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of employees, community members and management, while demonstrating strong customer service skills and the capacity to manage and defuse stressful situations
Is committed to prioritizing and ensuring equity and social justice are at the forefront of your daily work
Possess strong time management and decision-making skills, and the ability to manage multiple work priorities and special projects efficiently
Familiarity with human resources and leadership concepts including: The ability to create a work environment that motivates employees to achieve higher levels of performance, and their full potential
Ability to exercise sound judgment to effectively address complex employee issues
Skill in supervising, leading, selecting and coaching a diverse employee group, and recognize the importance of building relationships and trust with employees
Experience supervising employees in a highly unionized work environment
Commitment to the principles of Equity and Social Justice
Valid WA State Driver's license, or the ability to obtain prior to start date
Benefits
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
Generous vacation and paid sick leave
Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness programs
Onsite activity centers
Employee Giving Program
Employee assistance programs
Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
Training and career development programs
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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