King County

Summary

About the Role: 

This leader’s work will accelerate and improve the quality of Department of Natural Resources and Parks (DNRP) efforts to become a leader in the county’s efforts to operationalize equity. This manager will also lead efforts to align DNRP with King County’s commitment to become a more equitable, racially diverse, and inclusive. They will be integral in creating more equitable work environments and aiding the department’s divisions in delivery of Equity, Race and Social Justice (ERSJ) driven service to the community. The manager will plan, coordinate, and lead numerous multi-faceted projects and programs that advance racial equity and social justice across the organization. This is an opportunity to work with leadership and staff across DNRP, as well as in King County, to influence the decision-making and understanding of the equity impacts of DNRP efforts on staff and community.

Within the Director’s Office (DO), the EIB III role provides leadership and supervisory support to the division EIB II managers and coordinates the Equity, Race and Social Justice (ERSJ) strategic direction for the department in collaboration with Division EIB managers, Human Resources and the King County Office of Equity, Race and Social Justice (OERSJ). The Manager will develop and execute DNRP’s first ERSJ strategic plan to operationalize department’s ERSJ Policy, act as the liaison between OERSJ, the DO and Divisions to ensure alignment and provide strategic guidance and partnership to the DNRP division EIBs. The Manager would serve a vital coordinating function for the advancement of DNRP Equity work and equity program management.

This position performs work remotely and onsite. 

About the Team:

This is a leadership position in DNRP’s Director’s Office working directly with DNRP leadership and Division EIB managers to advance Equity, Racial and Social Justice (ERSJ) initiatives throughout the organization. Equity Inclusion and Belonging (EIB) Managers collaborate to foster a sense of belonging, address barriers to inclusion, and provide support for all employees. EIB Managers at DNRP drive equity initiatives across the department and with the community to create lasting change and commitment to equity, racial diversity and inclusivity.

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 Equity Inclusion and Belonging Senior Manager, 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 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.

Job Duties

What You Will Be Doing: 

• Develop and implement an integrated DNRP ERSJ Strategic plan with EIB division managers, HR managers, and DNRP leadership. Integrate and align the DNRP Equity Policy, existing and new division ERSJ workplans, and initiatives with Department level goals, division-specific objectives, tactics, and key performance indicators. The leader reports on progress towards the plan using ESJ specific metrics to DNRP leadership, OERSJ and HR on a regular basis. 
• Indirectly supervise the division EIB managers to ensure alignment with DNRP and county-wide strategies, goals and planning efforts. Ensure division managers have proper resources to attain county, department, and division goals. Support their work at the division level when needed. (Direct supervision of division EIB IIs will be maintained by current Division EIB supervisors to ensure alignment of efforts with division priorities.) 
• Operationalize OERSJ plans and DNRP ERSJ plans through Division programs and priorities – The leader will be responsible for defining clear deliverables, timelines, workplans, and initiatives with measurable outcomes in the ERSJ space for DNRP with EIB Managers, HR, and Department leaders. 
• Identify and mitigate systemic barriers and inequities faced by internal staff, external partners, and the communities served by DNRP. The leader will work with Division managers, EIB managers, and HR representatives to serve as focal point for the integration of race, equity, and social justice policy at the county and departmental levels. 
• Work with division leaders to infuse racial equity and social justice principles into departmental and division policy, programs, and procedures. Deep understanding of political pressures and realities especially as it pertains to ERSJ work and mitigation strategies as they are built into policy. Change management experience.
• Liaise with the King County OERSJ representing the interests and needs of DNRP with the County and vice versa. The leader will be an integral connector and orchestrator between County and DNRP initiatives. Operationalizing County ERSJ efforts at the department/division level in a streamlined and efficient manner. Balancing the needs of DNRP and the County. 
• Relationship building and advocacy – The leader should be able to establish, develop, and maintain relationships with community members and staff at all levels of the organization, in partnership with division EIB managers, to identify areas of improvement, concern and best practice as it pertains to ERSJ.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring: 

• Program management and implementation with experience creating SMART goals, developing, maintaining, and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data/metrics to measure progress and ensure accountability.
• Deep commitment to understanding and undoing the history of systemic racism that underpins other forms of discrimination and oppression in the United States. 
• Experience leading teams of people with disparate views and objectives to build cohesion and consensus.
• Ability to foster collaborative and trusting relationships with diverse communities and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience delivering comprehensive, data-driven, social justice programs or initiatives with an emphasis on operationalizing equity work.
• Thorough understanding of federal, state, and county laws and policies (1964 Civil Rights, Americans with Disabilities Act) and other relevant to equity and social justice in the workplace.

Competencies You Bring: 

• Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. 
• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Plans and Aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Drives Vision and Purpose - Painting a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that motivates others to action.
• Manages Conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively with a minimum of noise.
• Manages Complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory, information to effectively solve problems.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• Experience in the development and maintenance of strategic plans.
• Prior people management and Change management skills.
• Master's degree preferred in a relevant field, such as public policy, social justice, or public administration, or equivalent experience. 

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions: 

• Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically weekly. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life-balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department’s vision of Green Where We Work.
• Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.
• Work Schedule: This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: This position is not represented by a union.

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
• Cover Letter 
• Responses to the supplemental questions

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Diana Eberly at diana.eberly@kingcounty.gov 

Discover More About DNRP: Visit our DNRP website, explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Keeping King County Green News. 

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Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

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. 

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:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
• 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: King County employees are eligible to 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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