Administrator III
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Summary
Are you a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic environment
The Transit Facilities Division is hiring for an Administrator III position-an essential role that offers excellent benefits and the opportunity to be part of a mission driven collaborative team. The ideal candidate is highly organized able to manage multiple administrative projects and priorities at once and comfortable working with financial data budgeting tools and operating systems. This position also plays a key role in supporting division wide programs and helping interpret data to guide decision making.
We are seeking someone who:
- Brings a solution-oriented mindset and can adapt in a fast-paced environment
- Builds positive productive relationships with both internal colleagues and external partners
- Has a passion for streamlining processes improving accuracy and making systems work better for everyone
- Values equity and inclusion and contributes to a respectful welcoming workplace where all voices are heard and valued
If you share this commitment and youre ready to contribute to a team that values professionalism service and continuous improvement we want to hear from you!
About Metros Transit Facilities Division:
King County Metro Transits FacilitiesDivisionmaintainsall Metro Transit properties such as bus bases park & rides bus shelters and offices and maintenance shops. Services include bus shelter repairs and replacements bus shelter cleaning trolley wire repairs radio maintenance for buses environmental spill clean-up bus sign replacement graffiti removal and other facilities maintenance duties.Internallyteamprovides division-wide support functions for finance budget environmental compliance safety training administrativeservicesand new employee orientation. Planning inventory/materials management work center workforce management functional asset management general/maintenance agreements systems support capital infrastructure sustainable resources/energy.
This recruitment will immediately fill one (1) Career Serviceposition and mayalso be used to create an eligibility pool for future Career Service valid up to 12 months or until exhausted and at the discretion of the hiring authority.
Interviews are anticipated to occur during the week of July 14th 2025but are subject to change.
Note on starting wage:Depending on qualifications we may offer the candidate a different starting step at the discretion of the hiring authority.Who May Apply
This position is open to King County employees and the general public.To Apply:
Those interested must submit:- An online employment applicationwith employment history going back at least ten years if you have ten years of employment (or more to include all relevant experience). Be sure to list all job duties dates of employment and reasons for leaving.
- Completed supplemental questions.
- A resume.
- A cover letterdetailing your relevant experience.
Want to make sure your application materials are as competitive as possible
We highly recommend visiting the Career Support Services website for tips and examples on how to make your application materials most effective:Job Duties
Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
Candidates must meet the followingminimum qualificationsto be considered for the position:
- Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in a range of business and advanced administrative functions that pertain to this position.
- Demonstrated skill in project or program management and the ability to apply principles and practices related to data collection analysis and program management into administrative duties.
- Advanced knowledge of public sector budgeting finance managerial and financial accounting.
- Advanced knowledge of financial information systems.
- Demonstrated ability to document prepare and communicate program information to key staff.
- Professional courteous and tactful customer service skills that demonstrate discretion patience and the ability to follow through on commitments.
- The proven ability to be a productive and collaborative team member who values the diversity of opinions perspectives backgrounds experiences and cultures.
- Strong interpersonal skills to be able to foster effective working relationships built on trust and respect with an increasingly diverse team and external partners.
- Demonstrated ability to be detail-oriented organized and show initiative and resourcefulness in independently resolving problems and ensuring a quality work product.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required including negotiation and facilitation skills.
- Skill in maintaining strict confidentiality in the handling of sensitive data and information involving matters internal to TFD and Metro.
- Data analysis skills that support their ability to make data-driven decisions identify trends and track program effectiveness.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail. Proven ability to multi-task and remain organized in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and changing priorities.
- Time management skills that demonstrate the ability to manage competing priorities multiple projects and daily responsibilities in an effective and efficient manner.
- Intermediate level proficiency with software and tools generally used by business and administrative staff including Office products such as Outlook Word Excel Teams and SharePoint.
- A positive collaborative flexible disposition; equally adept at working independently or as part of a team.
Desirable qualifications include:
- Knowledge of Metro Transit policy & procedures.
- Experience with Enterprise Assets Management or similar work order asset management system.
- Experience in implementing initiating and managing projects/programs.
- Skill in translating technical information to non-technical audiences.
- Knowledge of Lean/Continuous Improvement principles.
Supplemental Information
Application & Selection Process
Applications will be screened to determine whether candidates meet minimum qualifications and for clarity completeness and responsiveness to the application instructions above. Highly competitive applicants may be asked to interview. Formal offers will be finalized after candidates have successfully completed any necessary pre-employment processes such as reference checks or internal record reviews.
WORK LOCATION AND SCHEDULE:
This is a hybrid position. The work location could be any of Transit Facilities work sites.This position is typically scheduled full time (40 hours per week) with a typical schedule of Monday-Friday day shift.
UNION STATUS
This position is represented by Protec 17 - C4
CLASS CODE / PAY GRADE:2810300/ 63
For more information regarding this recruitment please contact:Alex Lu (she/her) Talent Advisor
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington States best employers.
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.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
