Location: Seattle, WA
Company: King County
in our region, and this position will perform a grants and loans administration function that is critical to the Division's success. WTD's Finance section is responsible for ensuring the division's good financial health and compliance track record are maintained.
It comprises of approximately 35 employees who are dedicated to the mission, values, and goals of the section and the division, have excellent working relationship with one another, and strive to provide high-quality service to other sections of the division and the customers that rely on the division's services. About the Role: Some of the major work projects you may work on include: Monitor and identify federal and state grant
and low-interest loan opportunities. Coordinate completion and submittal of loan and grant applications. Manage administration of funded awards, i. e. payment request, compliance management, reporting, etc.
Why it's a Great Team: The Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) is dedicated to safeguarding water quality and public health in the central Puget Sound region. Our primary mission is to provide high-quality treatment to wastewater collected from local sewer agencies. With a workforce of about 800 employees and multiple facilities, we serve a population of 1.5 million people. Our goal is to ensure clean water for the present and future generations, preserving the natural beauty of our
environment. We are committed to accountability, both to our ratepayers and to operating as a well-managed agency.
At WTD, we firmly believe in the principles of equity and social justice. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives and life experiences within our workforce and strive to foster a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. We provide equitable services to all residents and businesses across King County, promoting fairness and equal access for all. Join our team at WTD and contribute to our mission of protecting water quality, upholding our commitment to equity, and ensuring a sustainable and inclusive future for our community. Benefits : Working at King County provides a generous benefits package that includes: Career advancement opportunities.
Ample training. Thoughtful hybrid/virtual work environment that is conducive to work-life balance. Some of the best medical benefits in the region with no monthly fee: medical, dental, and vision. Excellent retirement benefits including a Deferred Compensation Plan and Washington State pension. Other King County benefits include gym discounts, a bus/train/water taxi pass, first-time home buyer assistance, and life insurance. These benefits are valued at $20,000-40,000 annually on top of the stated salary.
Commitment to Equity and Social Justice: As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles (ESJ) that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.
To learn more, please visit http: //www. kingcounty. gov/equity. Join our talented workforce at King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks (DNRP) in protecting and restoring the natural environment for the people, fish, and wildlife of King County, promoting more resilient, sustainable, equitable communities. At DNRP, we offer extensive training and comprehensive benefits to support your professional growth and work-life balance. Apply now and join us on a fulfilling journey!
Job Duties What You Will Be Doing: Lead the division-wide effort to monitor, track and identify various federal and state grant and low-interest loan opportunities that best meet WTD's needs. Lead the coordination of preparing and submitting grant and loan applications, working closely with other Finance personnel and external sections (e. g. Project Planning and Delivery), as well as other key county agencies. Manage administration of funded awards, i. e. payment request (drawdowns), compliance management, reporting, managing amendments, etc. Continuously identify, devise, implement and promote tools and resources that maximize efficiency in exchanging of information with various parties involved in grant and loan application and administration.
Provide timely and accurate information to county leadership (e. g. division/department management, executive, council) regarding available funding opportunities, status of application, applicability of funding criteria, etc. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills What You Bring: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
A minimum of three (3) recent years of experience working with federal and state grants and loans, including application preparation, financial administration, compliance management, and reporting. Experience with infrastructure, capital-related grants and loans. Basic level knowledge of accounting and debt issuance. Superb attention to detail with demonstrated analytical, problem solving and research skills using financial reporting systems and governmental resources. Ability to backss processes and make improvements. Ability to communicate effectively via verbal communication and in writing.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of people Ability to utilize Excel to organize, analyze, and/or present complex financial data wide variety of audience. Competencies You Bring to Succeed in This Role: Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the of the unique needs of different audiences.
Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments. Instill Trust- Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. It Would Be Great if You Also Bring: Experience with EPA and WA Ecology grants and loans General knowledge of capital project lifecycle. General knowledge of capital project-related procurement process Supplemental Information Working Conditions: Remote and Onsite Work Details: This position performs work remotely with onsite work requirements as informed by business needs.
This position reports onsite on the first day of employment for orientation and approximately quarterly for in-person meetings, subject to change based on business needs. Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to meet workplace reporting requirements. Primary Onsite Location: The primary onsite location is King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This location offers excellent accessibility through multiple mass transit options ensuring convenient and sustainable commuting. This work arrangement promotes work-life-balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department's vision of Green Where We Work.
Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. 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 represented by the Teamster, Local 117. Pursuant to Article 14.4 Western Conference of Teamsters Pension Trust $1.00 per hour from the base wage will be submitted to the Western Conference of Teamsters Pension Trust Fund. Application instructions and selection process: This opportunity is open to all qualified king County internal applicants.
We value diverse perspectives and life experience and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply. Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and responsiveness to the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills required for this role, to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews. Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position. King County application Cover letter Resume 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 backssment process, if you have questions related to this recruitment process, please contact at Diana Eberly at About the Division: To learn more about the Wastewater Treatment Division click on t he below links: http: //www. kingcounty. gov/environment/wtd/About. aspx http: //www. kingcounty. gov/environment/wtd/About/Vision. aspx 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? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. 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, interaction (including gender identity, interactionual 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 backssment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
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