Contracting Procurement Project/Program Manager IV

King County

  • Renton, WA
  • $113,235-143,520 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
SummaryThe Road Services Division has an exciting opportunity for a Project/Program Manager IV supporting contracting and procurement needs for Roads Maintenance operations. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on infrastructure maintenance work that benefits communities across the region. You will determine and develop procurement approaches, work with cross-functional groups to analyze and develop scope of work, compile contract terms, and execute purchasing processes that are fair, open, and competitive while maximizing the County's Pro-Equity in Contracting initiatives. If you are a driven and organized individual with a passion for project management and contract administration, we encourage you to apply!Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.Job Duties
  • Serving as the Maintenance section's lead representative, determine and develop procurement approach for routine and non-routine contract awards, bidding requirements, selection criteria and general terms and conditions for procurement.
  • Work with Maintenance staff to develop scope of work, evaluation criteria, and contract requirements. Manage procurement process from creation of the solicitation to execution, in coordination with the County's central procurement office. Identify issues that could impede procurement process.
  • Manage the section's annual pool bid process for procuring construction materials and equipment and develop the bid tabulation book used by operations staff.
  • Maintain contracts utilized by the Roads Maintenance section: work directly with management and field staff to develop technical specifications for new solicitations, monitor contract usage and expirations and ensure continuity of services, review and oversee compliance with terms and conditions, assist in resolving accounts payable issues, and manage contract amendments.
  • Participate in the review and inspection of contractual terms and conditions for compliance with relevant procedures, federal, state, and county laws and regulations, and non-discrimination requirements. Analyze and make recommendations regarding compliance issues, violations of contract provisions, and policies and procedures.
  • Develop and provide guidance and advice to leadership on solicitation strategy, including alternate procurement approaches to support the section's operations.
  • Manage, update and develop internal resources and materials on Maintenance section's contracts, assist in creation and maintenance of section-wide procurement policies and procedures, and conduct training. Ensure that all essential contract documentation is in the contract file, accurate and complete for audit accountability purposes.
  • Other duties as assigned to support Maintenance operations and Roads division, including support of emergency and inclement weather response operations.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
  • Demonstrated experience in contract administration, with understanding of the principles, practices, and terminology typically used to publicly procure goods and services contracts.
  • Knowledge of contract administration and federal, state, and county statutes and regulations pertaining to procurement of contracts, including prevailing wage requirements.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, analytical, and investigative research skills.
  • Demonstrated skill in development and documentation of policies and procedures and providing training on the subject matter to a wide audience.
  • Skill in technical writing and interpreting contract language.
  • Experience handling multiple solicitations while managing competing priorities.
  • Possess a focus on service, building and delivering solutions that meet customer expectations and organizational needs, establishing and maintaining effective relationships with vendors and multiple internal and external stakeholders.
  • Effectively communicate; able to guide and advise on process, strategy and policy.
  • Ability to be resourceful and orchestrate multiple activities simultaneously to accomplish goals.
  • Ability to optimize work processes; Identify and create processes necessary to get work done; apply continual improvement practices to create efficient workflow.
  • Ability to remain confident under pressure, manage conflict, and maintain a positive attitude despite adversity.
  • Possess cultural awareness; be comfortable having complex and challenging discussions about equity, race, and diversity in the workplace; demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering connections and unity.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with King County's E-Procurement service request module and supplier registration module and Oracle.
  • Experience with goods and services contracting;
  • Working knowledge of KC financial systems, or equivalent, with ability to download, process, and analyze financial data;
  • Experience with Airtable or other workflow management/relational database applications
  • Experience working in the roads industry, and with emergency/inclement weather response operations.
Supplemental InformationUnion Representative: PROTEC 17WHO MAY APPLY:
This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants and may be used to fill current and or/future career service, term-limited temporary, short-term temporary, and or/special duty positions over the next six months. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer. The Department of Local Services values diverse perspectives and life experiences and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.NOTE:
Special duty opportunities are open only to current King County career service employees who have completed their initial probation. Special duty applicants must have approval from their current supervisor to accept an assignment. Current employees selected for special duty will be compensated based upon the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement or Coalition Labor Agreement for their base assignment.APPLICATION PROCESS:
A full and complete King County application is required. You may also provide a resume and cover letter, summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position.
Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews.TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT:
This is a hybrid position. The work associated with this position will be performed by teleworking, onsite work and meetings as needed. The responsibilities of this position will include regular and ongoing in-office work.Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.King County has a robust collection of to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Jerrell Hollis
Senior Human Resources Analyst
206-477-4318
jhollis@kingcounty.govForbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.Guided by our , 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 .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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