Make a measurable impact on environmental and public health across King County!

Join the Water and Land Resources Division as a Performance, Data Analytics, and Process Improvement Lead and help shape the future of natural resource programs that affect millions of residents. This is a dynamic opportunity to lead performance management, facilitate process improvements, and deliver meaningful insights that influence strategic decision-making. You'll collaborate with leaders and subject matter experts across disciplines-from science to finance-to build a more data-informed, efficient, and equitable organization.

If you're a systems thinker who thrives at the intersection of data, operations, and change leadership, this role offers the chance to drive measurable outcomes, support a regional mission, and grow professionally alongside a values-driven team

• Design and maintain systems that track and report on operational and environmental performance
  
  
• Facilitate conversations that help teams understand what's working, what needs improvement, and where to invest their efforts
  
  
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
  
  
• Lead cross-functional special projects, collaborating with teams without formal supervisory authority
  
  
• Align process improvements with the County's Clean Water and Healthy Habitat goals

This role requires a high level of emotional intelligence, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate organizational complexity with tact and authenticity. It's ideal for someone who's energized by cross-team collaboration, long-term strategy, and service-driven outcomes.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Oversee and maintain division-wide performance system to support data-informed decision-making and enhance organizational performance management.
  
  
• Serve as a technical expert in managing and training others on use of dashboards to communicate key operational metrics that are reported up to Department and County leadership.
  
  
• Lead strategic special projects and system improvements requiring influence without direct authority, drawing on emotional intelligence, trust-building, and exceptional facilitation skills.
  
  
• Provide coaching and process improvement expertise to support standardization with Clean Water and Healthy Habitat (CWHH) goals, strengthening operational alignment.
  
  
• Provide data analytics and support for division-wide efforts related to key budget and/or policy issues.

Qualifications You Bring:

• Minimum 5 years of experience developing and implementing process improvements, performance metrics, and management systems
  
  
• Minimum 3 years of experience successfully leading programs and/or projects through collaboration with staff without having direct authority over them.
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information clearly and persuasively, both in writing and verbally, to diverse audiences
  
  
• Demonstrated success building consensus among partners with competing interests and prioritiesAbility to navigate complex organizational dynamics and politically sensitive situations with tact and effectiveness
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to translate data and technical concepts into digestible reports and visuals for decision-makers
  
  
• Demonstrated experience presenting to and working directly with senior leadership at the Department and Division level

• Tech Savvy - Anticipating and adopting innovations in business-building digital and technology applications.
• Manages Complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Organizational Savvy - Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational dynamics.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.

• Advanced degree in a related field such as public administration, business administration, or data analytics 
  
  
• Knowledge of equity, race, and social justice principles
  
  
• Experience with the use of ERP financial systems, operational databases, and business intelligence tools such as Microsoft Power BI or GIS
  

Working Conditions:

• Remote and Onsite Work Details:
  Remote with occasional on-site meetings at King Street Center. This position reports onsite on the first day of employment for orientation onsite at King Street Center, potentially more as directed by supervisor. Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to meet workplace reporting requirements.
• Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.
• 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 Teamsters, Local 117.

• Complete Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Resume (Your resume should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Answers to supplemental questions (We're looking for original answers that showcase your relevant job experience(s). The answers to the supplemental questions will be used in the screening process)
• Cover Letter (Your cover letter should highlight the functional skills you bring to the role, along with the key strengths and competencies others commonly associate with you that align with the position. This letter will be part of the screening process, so we're seeking original content that effectively demonstrates your relevant job experience.)

• Minimum 5 years of experience developing and implementing process improvements, performance metrics, and management systems. 
  
  
• Minimum 3 years of experience successfully leading programs and/or projects through collaboration with staff without having direct authority over them.
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information clearly and persuasively, both in writing and verbally, to diverse audiences. 
  
  
• Ability to translate data and technical concepts into digestible reports and visuals for decision-makers.

Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.

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.

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