King County

Summary

Excellent opportunity to join a diverse team of professionals making strategic decisions for today and future King County Solid Waste Division goals and priorities. King County Operations team foster a supportive environment that both values and appreciates its cohorts and its’ front-line workforce. This is an exciting opportunity for a Supervisor II to champion environmental sustainability with advancing the county’s recycling, carbon emission, end environmental safety goals and lead the transformation of our transfer stations business model to implement new and exciting initiatives. The position has great health benefits as well as a highly competitive salary. The position offers a flexible work schedule. There are ample career growth opportunities within the Solid Waste Division.

About the role:

You will oversee the employees and ensure day to day management of assigned unit for all work activities and will support our Solid Waste Division's Vision for Our Culture. The operations section of the Solid Waste Division operates a solid waste transfer and disposal system for residents and businesses in King County (except for Seattle), which includes eight Transfer Stations, two drop box facilities, and a 920-acre active landfill. A Supervisor II position may be assigned to one or more of the following work units: Landfill Gas Unit, Landfill Operations Unit, Maintenance Shop Unit, Transfer Station Unit, Transportation Unit and Wastewater Unit.

About the team:

This is a very dynamic working environment that demands high energy and diversified experience with an emphasis on “TEAM”. Career growth, benefits and work life balance are all part of working at King County Solid Waste. In addition, we offer alternate work schedules to fit the needs of the individual and the organization. Align yourself with supportive and hands-on management team that exudes out-of-the-box thinking, relentless problem solving, and cohesive partners. There may be opportunities to backfill the Operations Supervisor III that can support a nexus to the position and other leadership positions. Position yourself for promotional and growth opportunities within and beyond the division (i.e. Operations Supervisor III, Assistant Operations Manager, etc.).

Job Duties

• Develop, plan, organize, implement, and direct the annual programs and objectives for multiple work units comprised of trades employees.
• Provide guidance and direction to subordinate supervisors and support staff concerning the most complex and/or sensitive issues/problems, recognize/commend employee who meet or exceed expectations, monitor time management and attendance, coach and counsel and discipline as needed.
• Provide guidance and direction in making work quality, customer service and/or employee satisfaction improvements.
• Identify and develop staffing requirements, delegate responsibilities and authority to subordinate supervisors, conduct employee performance evaluations of all multiple work unit supervisors and support staff, and make hiring disciplinary and termination decisions.
• Ensure that day to day management is consistent with terms of applicable collective bargaining agreements and applied fairly to (all covered employees) multiple work units.
• Participate on Labor/Management Committees. Investigate and resolve grievances and complaints, issue verbal and written reprimands and letters of counseling and recommend further disciplinary action, when necessary, resolve other human resource and payroll issues in consultation with Solid Waste Human Resources staff.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in supervising effectively in collaboration with leads, including establishing goals and assigning responsibilities, setting work performance standards, establishing work priorities, making program changes and resolving safety, training and personnel issues.
• Experience in managing work unit with increasingly responsible supervisory principles and practices in a represented/union environment, including work planning and performance management, and assigning, coordinating, and supervising work of employees at multiple sites and/or multiple bargaining groups in the same position.
• Experience with occupational hazards and safety precautions in an industry which could include construction, maintenance, operations, or transportation.
• Experience using effective business communications (verbal and written) at all levels, including employees, peers, supervisors, customers, officials, and union representatives.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and coordinate a variety of skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled workers, and support staff to satisfy the objectives of the work units.
• Ability to work collaboratively with union representatives and to consistently and fairly apply union contract language.
• Skill in computer use including Excel, Outlook, Word, and MS Teams.
• Skill in customer relations dealing tactfully and courteously with the public.

Competencies You Bring:

• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Racially Just: Identify and replace racists systems and structures with anti-racists and pro-equity approaches.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• Three (3) or more years' experience in one or more of these areas: landfill operations, solid waste transportation or general transportation, solid waste transfer facilities, heavy-duty mechanical/maintenance shops and/ or Industrial work environment.
• Knowledge of King County, Washington State and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the area of specialization and environmental permits in the Solid Waste industry.
• Experience applying Equity and Social Justice on all work duties/activities.
• Experience in using LEAN principles and Creating Continuous Improvement basics.
• Certifications within Solid Waste Association of North America. i.e. MOLO, TOLO training.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

• Work Location: Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, 16645 228th Ave SE, Maple Valley, WA. However, the Solid Waste Division currently operates eight (8) transfer stations located throughout King County and the candidate must be available to work at any of the eight locations as assigned including Vashon Island. You can view a list of the stations. at http://your.kingcounty.gov/solidwaste/facilities/transfer.asp
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible. The schedule may vary depending on business needs with shifts 4/10 and/or 5/8, 2nd shift (2:00 pm to 10:00 pm) and may include weekends. You must be willing to work any of these schedules. All Operations Managers and Supervisors are expected to participate in an afterhours support rotation. Rotations are two weeks in duration and the number of rotations per year are approximately two to three times per calendar year.
• Union Representation: This classification is represented by Professional and Technical Employees, Local 17 Supervisors.
• Physical Requirement: The candidate must be able to work in an office environment in addition to working in an active landfill operation, transfer station operation which may include working work on uneven grades, slopes, surfaces, and terrain in inclement weather and other adverse conditions such as dust, odor, high volume noise and heavy traffic.

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.

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Resume
• A Cover Letter no longer than one page, that addresses the following:
  1. Your experience working with labor unions, including any collaborative efforts, negotiations, or involvement in contract administration.
  2. Your experience with strategic planning, including developing, implementing, or evaluating organizational strategies, goals, or initiatives.

Note: Applications missing the required materials will be considered incomplete and will not be eligible for further consideration.

Offers of employment will be contingent upon verification of a valid Washington State Driver's License and satisfactory supervisor (2)/peer (3) reference checks.

Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Jalydavis@kingcounty.gov.

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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.

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• 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

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

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