See full job details at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/piercecountywa/jobs/3137616/resource-conservation-program-manager-planner-3
How to be Successful in the Role:
Facilities Management was not idle during the pandemic. We designed a new Facilities Resource Conservation Program, launched an updated asset management system, advanced plans to extend maintenance and operations roles to buildings not previously under our management, developed a restructured budget, and saw several key personnel retire.
Your Future in this Role:
You will be the leader of a new program within Facilities meeting a current and ongoing need. County facilities will become subject to Washington’s Clean Building Standards starting in2026, with implementation continuing through 2029. You will be responsible for developing and implementing the program that will ensure continued compliance with new regulatory standards in a way that ensures that County government operations continue as seamlessly as possible.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
Core Daily Responsibilities:
- Lead Facilities Management Resource Conservation Program
- Coordinate implementation activities assigned to Facilities Management in the County’s
Sustainability 2030 Plan - Manage Facilities Management’s external communications regarding facility resource conservation with agencies inside County government, peer agencies in other local governments, state regulatory agencies (Commerce), utilities and other service providers
- Oversee Pierce County’s successful compliance with the Washington Clean Building Standards
- Serve as the primary resource conservation liaison to the FM leadership team and division-level
supervisory teams - Ensure that the Management Analyst and others working on FM projects are in alignment with the Sustainability 2030 Plan.
This announcement is not intended to reflect all duties to be performed by our next team member, but presents a descriptive list of the range of duties that may be performed. To view the complete classification, click here.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
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RECRUITING REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Recruiting Requirements to Apply:
- Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field; and three years of related planning work OR
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two or more years of experience in local, county, or state planning is desired.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Work a flexible schedule, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
SPECIAL RECRUITING REQUIREMENTS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Washington State Driver’s license.
- Ability to successfully complete all required background investigations including fingerprinting.
To be considered for this opportunity please:
- Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting “APPLY” above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs.
- If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
- Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format, you may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.
This is a competitive selection process. Your application form will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County’s needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 4 to 6 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include written, oral and performance examinations, and final interviews.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, Pierce County welcomes a diverse workforce. Pierce County does not discriminate based on race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person.
At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family?