Job Summary

The Clean Water division of Clark County Public Works is seeking a Stormwater Compliance Services Manager (Program Manager II) to oversee all aspects of Clark County’s Phase I National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Stormwater Permit, which is issued to Clark County by the Washington State Department of Ecology under the Federal Clean Water Act.

The Stormwater Compliance Services Manager is responsible for hiring, training, coaching, and managing performance of up to eight technical staff responsible for policy, planning, and implementation. The team’s scope of work includes updating Clark County’s Stormwater Code and Manual and Stormwater Management Plan and preparing annual compliance reporting to Department of Ecology. The team also implements compliance related field work including pollution prevention technical assistance and regulatory source control inspections, and annual inspections and maintenance of regulated stormwater facilities.

This position reports to the Public Works Clean Water Division Manager, serving as a member of the division’s leadership team, working closely with other senior managers responsible for stormwater capital planning, asset management, community engagement, and water quality monitoring.
The role has significant visibility and functions in a complex, political environment requiring tact, judgment, leadership, and strong communication skills. This includes preparing policy memos, briefings, and presentations to County leadership, elected officials, and other stakeholders as needed.
This position is non-represented and offers a flexible, hybrid work schedule, with some in-office work required. To accept the position, you must live in Oregon or Washington within a commutable distance to Vancouver, Washington.

Our department values our community’s diversity and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. We encourage applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Program Manager II positions typically require a job related Bachelor’s degree or Master’s Degree; and/or a combination of experience and specialized training which includes a minimum of five (5) years experience within the assigned area.

Preferred experience includes:

• Expertise in Washington State’s Water Pollution Control laws, UIC Regulations, NPDES Permits, and the Clean Water Act.
• Experience supervising or leading teams of technical staff with diverse backgrounds and subject matter expertise.
• Maintains a practical understanding, appreciation, and respect for what it takes to get the “boots-on-the-ground” work done, with the ability to support field staff to complete their day-to-day work as challenges arise.

• Participation in budget development, identifying unmet needs, and assessing funding gaps.
• Understanding of strategic planning or principles of watershed management planning.
• Experience developing and implementing interdepartmental, interlocal, or interdivisional service agreements.
• Strong public speaking, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to tactfully and respectfully present different alternatives or push back when necessary.
• Comfort with influencing and leading the work of others without direct authority.
• Experience in environmental negotiation, facilitation, mediation, and conflict resolution.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders to identify and build solutions to complex challenges.
• Strong research capabilities to resolve questions with unclear answers.
• Proficiency in preparing, writing, and presenting technical information to members of the public and elected officials.
• Ability to apply systems thinking to identify challenges and develop systems solutions to complex issues.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.

Knowledge of: The principles and practices of public sector organization and program operations; project management, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and problem solving; methods and procedures of budget development and justification; application and interpretation of County, state and federal laws and regulation relevant to the program area; analysis and evaluation of policies, procedures, public information, and service delivery issues; local and state lawmaking processes; research methods and techniques; trends and practices within the specialized area; and personal computer applications and usage.

Ability to: Effectively plan, direct, and delegate program components; assign, supervise and evaluate the work of subordinates; delegate responsibility and authority to carry out policy directives of the governing authority in an effective and timely manner; write clear and concise reports, memoranda, and letters; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and formulate recommendations; utilize various PC applications at an advanced level; interpret and explain policies, procedures, laws, and regulations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, and other County staff.

Selection Process:

Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.

Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.

Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.

It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.

First review of candidates will be July 13th. This recruitment may close on or after the first review date with no additional notice.

Examples of Duties

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Plans, organizes, and manages all elements of the County’s NPDES Phase I Municipal Stormwater Permit compliance.
• Develops the program mission, core services, goals, and performance expectations aligned with the division’s priorities.

• Develops, interprets, and applies local, state, and federal regulations and other policies, practices, and program requirements.
• Ensures all programs support County goals, state and federal regulations, and long-range planning objectives.
• Monitors and evaluates emerging legislation, regulations, industry best practices, and policy trends related to stormwater management.
• Collaborates with division leadership on strategic planning, organizational development, and long-term vision-setting to guide decision-making and advance division and countywide objectives.

• Develops and maintains strong partnerships with neighboring jurisdictions, governments, and community organizations including non-profits, schools, businesses, and elected officials.
• Represents the County in conversations with regulatory agencies and statewide coalitions.
• Responds to sensitive public inquiries, resolves concerns, and ensures clear and accurate information.

• Supports development and management of the program budget in partnership with Business Services.
• Oversees grants, competitive procurement, vendor contracting, and consultant work.
• Facilitates interdepartmental coordination between Clark County’s Public Works, Community Development, Planning, Public Health, and Internal Services departments.
• Coordinates with the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office on legal matters and policy topics.

Salary Grade

M2.203

Salary Range

$7,722.00 - $10,811.00- per month

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Recruiter

Rori Jones

Email:

Rori.Jones@clark.wa.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Employee Benefits and additional compensation

Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation.More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Retirement Information

All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work.Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice.

For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/

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