NOTE: The application period has now closed. Only Priority Placement Program participant applications will be added to the candidate pool.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Waste tonnage forecasting; modeling future waste tonnage across the division and working with the rate and budget team to incorporate waste reduction modeling into an annual forecast and periodic updates.

• Data gathering and analysis across a variety of projects including actual waste tonnages vs. forecast, determining trends in waste generation and disposal, program evaluation, forecasting, and analysis, etc.

• Supporting business planning and program improvement efforts using established business development and facilitation tools.

• Documenting and presenting on information to section, division, and department leadership as well as to advisory committees and other partners.

Qualifications You Bring:

• Quantitative skills (including forecasting) and skills in applying quantitative and qualitative analytical methods; may include skills in applying statistical analysis
• Skills in gathering, manipulating and using data utilizing a computer and other tools (especially economic and waste data)
• Working knowledge and skill in project management techniques and principles.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences and elected officials.
• Skill in working effectively as a team member to coordinate accomplishment of tasks
• Skilled in working with internal teams/committees and effective engagement with a diverse set of employee teams and workplace cultures including those in skilled trades.

Competencies You Bring:

• Business Insight – Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals.
• Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Action Oriented – Take on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Plans and Aligns – Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Collaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Values Differences – Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

It Would Be Great If You Also Bring:

• Demonstrated experience applying equity and social justice principles and practices in a government setting.
• Experience with enterprise financial systems such as Oracle or SAP.
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business or Public Administration, or the equivalent combination of education and experience to perform the duties of the position.
• Knowledge of solid waste forecasting practices and principles.

Working Conditions:

• Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting (i.e. team and division meetings) requirements two or more times per month. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department’s vision of Green Where We Work.
• Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance of King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by Teamsters 117 Professional & Technical.

Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.

To apply, submit a Complete Application, Resume and Cover Letter.

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Jemima.McMahon@kingcounty.gov.

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