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Form of workAn online application must be fully completed for consideration. Please DO NOT attach resumes and cover letters, as they will not be considered in the review of candidate's qualifications.
Are you interested inapplying your management skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment focused on promoting Water Conservation to Seattle Public Utilities drinking water customers in Seattle and the surrounding region?
If so, Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is looking for a manager that will lead our Water Conservation team and our conservation programs. While many of these programs are focused in the City of Seattle, this position also leads regional efforts to conserve water through the Seattle region's Saving Water Partnership, which includes SPU and eighteen of our wholesale water customers. This position also supports other water planning and policy efforts.
If you feel this may be the perfect job for you, please continue reading ...and APPLY!
About Seattle Public Utilities (SPU):Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. We deliver high quality, vital services, across four major lines of business: providing water, solid waste, drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and businesses. In addition, SPU provides drinking water for 1.5 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities. Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality, reliable, and cost-conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make.
For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), please visit:
- SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader)
- Strategic Business Plan
SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.
Why join us?
We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:
- Hybrid work schedule opportunities
- Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
- Generous benefits package
- Free public transportation options
- City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
- Growth potential and advancement opportunities
- Lead the refinement and implementation of SPU and regional Water Conservation programs.
- Lead the Water Conservation team, directly supervising a team of four to five people.
- Lead the Saving Water Partnership, working collaboratively with staff from wholesale purveyors such as other cities and water districts.
- Hire, oversee, manage, and evaluate consultant contracts for Water Conservation program work.
- Present to and support SPU's Wholesale Contract Operation Board, who guides and advises on water system operations.
- Advise SPU's Water Line of Business and SPU's senior leadership on Water Conservation aspects of long-range utility planning, legislative and policy decisions, and conservation program direction.
- Ensure Water Conservation programs are delivered equitably and able to reach historically underserved communities.
- Develop, monitor, and report on program budgets.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Experience: A minimum of three (3) years supervising employees and/or experience leading and having management responsibility for programs and project/program teams.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Environmental Science, Engineering, Public Affairs, Resource Conservation, or related field.
Experience/Education Equivalency: A combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class may be substituted for the required education or experience.
License, Certification and Other Requirements: Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
Special Conditions:Some weekend and evening work is expected.
You will be most successful in this role if you possess one or more of the following:
- Experience supervising staff either as a supervisor or as a program/project manager leading a team.
- Experience in Water Conservation and program management.
- Strong communication skills, including work experience with the public and customers.
- Good ability to develop and maintain relationships, especially with regional partners and stakeholders.
- Desire to learn and grow.
- Knowledge and experience in outreach and community-based social marketing.
How to Apply: Please fully complete an online application. Please DO NOT attach resumes and cover letters, as they will not be considered in the review of candidate's qualifications.
The full salary range for this position is $41.01 - $61.51 per hour.
Benefits: The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.
More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans
Who may apply: The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
If you have any questions, please contact Charles Gilmore at charles.gilmore2@seattle.gov
Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web page www.seattle.gov/util/.
Employment Type: Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
