Project/Program Manager III (Contracting)
Project/Program Manager III (Contracting)
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Summary
This civil service position is open to King County employees and the public.
The King County Sheriffs Office (KCSO) is seeking a highly skilled Project/Program Manager (PPM) III to manage KCSOs contracts by providing exceptional service to all of KCSOs contract partners by providing analysis research meeting facilitation communications contract process oversight and special project support.
The PPM III position will work in three major areas to include customer engagement and communications contract processing statistical and budget analysis support and will interact directly with KCSO Command Staff Executive Management Team budget and accounting staff and senior leadership from contracting agencies.
King County Sheriffs Office employees enjoy outstanding and comprehensive benefits. For more information check out King County Benefits.Job Duties
The Project/Program Manager III will be responsible for serving as the lead for the Contract Services Unit. Responsibilities and functions of this position include but are not limited to the following duties:
Implement contract program by managing writing interpreting and maintaining contracts;Provide exceptional customer service;
Conduct strategic contract planning;
Gather data and assist in preparing contract cost exhibits;
Teach employees citizens and other interested parties about the contract program;Market the contracts program; and analyzing program effectiveness;
Participate in departmental strategy by assessing contractual impacts of potential annexation and other operating environment changes;Work at an intergovernmental level and liaison with officials from cities and other entities to promote and grow the contract program;
Recommend contract-related policy and operational changes;
Oversee annual report development;
Prepare Police Service Reports;
Serve as department web master for public side;
Serve as lead on annexation issues;
Perform other duties as assigned.Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
To be considered for this position applicants must have three (3) years of progressive project or program management experience OR a combination of education and experience that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. Basic qualifications include:
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Effective team player and ability to collaborate and communicate with contracting counterparts.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to successfully manage projects using current project management principles methodologies and processes. Skills in gathering manipulating and analyzing data with computer programs.
Analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to perform simple mathematical functions.
Ability to work productively without close supervision and work with others on project teams.
Knowledge of research methods and ability to summarize information to key points.
Highly proficient with Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint and experience in developing presentations that include text photos and charts.
Confident articulate and professional speaking abilities and experience.The most competitive job seekers will have additional experience in one or more of the following: Experience in project management.
Experience in financial and/or business management.Experience working with law enforcement. Experience working in government organizations. Supplemental Information
KCSO AUTO DISQUALIFIERS
Candidates who have one or more automatically disqualifying factor in their background may be disqualified. Review the list of disqualifiers prior to completing the application at KCSO Automatically Disqualifying Behaviors. Questions about this requirement should be directed to Brandon Woods at
WORK SCHEDULEThis position is FLSA Exempt and not eligible for overtime. The typical work week for this position is 40 hours per week
on a 5-8 or 4-10 hybrid schedule. Additional hours may be necessary to respond to workload needs.UNION MEMBERSHIP
This position is represented by the Public Safety Employees Union (PSEU).WORK LOCATION
This position is based at the King County Courthouse in downtown Seattle or Rentons Blackriver corporate park.GENERAL TIMEFRAME
Applications will be screened for clarity completeness and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates will be invited to participate in a practical exercise and oral board interview. Below is the timeline for this recruitment.Practical Exam: Early July 2025
Oral Board (panel) Interview: Late July 2025
Please note dates are subject to change based on resource availability.REQUIRED APPLICATION MATIERALS ( Please carefully review the list of required materials before submitting your application): Candidates must complete an online employment application at with employment history going backat least ten years if applicable and all relevant experience that exceeds ten years. Applications that say see resume will not be considered. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed job application.
Answerall the supplemental questions.
Review the list of KCSO Automatic Disqualifiers and verify your qualification for employment with King County Sheriffs Office.
Include a letter of interest (cover letter) no more than two pages summarizing:Your motivation and interest in pursuing the Project/Program Manager III - Contracting opportunity. Describe how your experience qualifications knowledge and skills meet or exceed the requirements of the Project/Program Manager III - Contracting position.
All application materials will be evaluated for clarity completeness and competitiveness. Spelling grammar and punctuation usage will also be assessed by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). Together with leadership and our employees were 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 nations 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 sex (including gender identity sexual 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 assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
