Why It’s a Great Department: 
PPW is a diverse and fast-moving department filled with motivated professionals working to ensure Pierce County is positioned to handle growth while building, operating, and maintaining reliable infrastructure to support livable communities. PPW is responsible for a broad and complex portfolio of services that provides unique opportunities to collaborate, innovate, and inspire. We are responsible for the County road and levee systems, sewer systems, airports, ferries, building permits, environmental review, sustainability, community planning, and code enforcement – just to name a few!
  
Learn more about Planning and Public Works at www.piercecountywa.org/ppw
 
How to be Successful in the Role: 
Your experience in team leadership, data management (including GIS), and handling complex workloads will be key to thriving in this role. You’ll foster a collaborative atmosphere within your team, utilizing your skills in coaching and effective communication to guide your team through inspections, technical assistance, and public outreach. Your expertise in stormwater management and surface water protection will empower you to deliver impactful public education. Proficiency in MS Office, project tracking software (e.g., Smartsheet), and GIS tools will help you keep projects on track, making this a dynamic role where your technical and leadership skills will truly shine.
 
Your Future in this Role: 
Throughout the onboarding process you will meet the Director, Managers, Supervisors, and Key leaders across departments to gain insight into Pierce County’s strategic measures and goals. Pierce County supports your professional growth with resources like the Leadership Certification program, robust online learning, and ongoing development opportunities throughout your career. This position offers a strong foundation for long-term career growth, with pathways for advancement within Pierce County.

Core Daily Responsibilities:

• Supervise and guide your team, setting schedules, workflows, and ensuring quality control across tasks.
• Oversee the creation of key documents such as progress reports, program updates, and standard operating procedures for stormwater management.
• Lead the development of strategic plans, special studies, and reports, while managing project scopes, budgets, and timelines.
• Ensure thorough inspections, best practice implementations, and compliance with county standards.
• Manage work assignments, reporting requirements, and support staff training to maintain consistency and quality.
• Present vital information to the public, advisory committees, and represent Pierce County in meetings and working groups.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Additional education or experience may substitute for the recruiting requirements.
• A resume and cover letter are required for consideration.
• Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in science, engineering, planning, public administration, or related field, AND
• Five or more years of related work experience, especially in stormwater and NPDES permitting. 

• Previous water, wastewater or stormwater experience is highly desired.
• Previous supervisory experience
• Experience in managing complex projects or programs.

To be considered for this opportunity please:

• Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting “APPLY” above or go to:   www.piercecountywa.org/jobs. 
• If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title. 
• 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 may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.  

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.