Facilities and Fleet Operations Manager (Manager3)

Join Seattle Public Utilities as our Facilities and Fleet Operations Manager and lead the operations that keep our community-centered utility running smoothly.

Were seeking an experienced leader with expertise in infrastructure operations and team this working manager position youll supervise a team of seven FTE employees (and may supervise temporary and out-of-class employees) responsible for maintaining SPUs facilities and fleet.

Youll develop and implement our core workplan aligned with the SPU Strategic Business Plan. Your responsibilities will span building maintenance repair and inspections for in-city and regional facilities grounds maintenance fleet management and replacement planning and fleet electrification initiatives supporting Seattles sustainability goals. Youll also manage a program to identify vacant SPU parcels across the city and develop maintenance strategies for these properties. This position will also manage the citys Public Hygiene Program and the team that oversees annual flood control preparation in the South Park neighborhood.

About Seattle Public Utilities:Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water drainage and wastewater and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.6 million customers in the region. SPUs work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) checkout the:

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations
• Strategic Business Plan

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting hiring and promotional opportunities. We know work isnt only about what you do its also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance including:

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free public transportation options
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities

• Supervise seven (7) FTEs and temporary/out-of-class employees including timesheet approval performance management performance reviews labor relations hiring and HR matters.
• Develop and manage O&M and CIP budgets monitor spending and cash flow and adjust resources based on schedules and budget availability.
• Develop and track performance measures and identify continuous improvement opportunities to increase efficiency.
• Engage with customers to ensure services meet expectations.
• Perform data analysis establish benchmarks and develop regular reporting cadence.
• Lead Logistics Division emergency management efforts.
• Oversee fleet electrification and greenhouse gas reduction initiatives.
• Oversee fleet management strategies and ensure compliance with mayoral governmental and regulatory mandates.
• Represent SPU on inter-departmental teams.
• Support the Logistics Division Director on special projects. This is a working manager position.
• Support workforce facilities asset management program implementation.
• Provide regular reporting and presentations on mayoral executive orders and directives.
• Manage flood control preparation in the South Park Community.
• Manage the Public Hygiene Program
• Provide regular progress reporting and presentations on Mayoral executive orders and directives.

Education:A bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration Business Administration or Management Facilities Management Operations Management Supply Chain Management or closely related field.

Experience:Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management fleet operations or related operations management including facilities maintenance and operations budget development and financial management project management and program administration emergency response coordination research analysis and performance should include at least three (3) years of supervisory experience and demonstrated leadership/management skills with the proven ability to maximize performance.

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Seven (7) or more years of relevant experience.There is no substitution for the required supervisory experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• Fleet Electrification & Sustainability: Experience managing fleet electrification greenhouse gas reduction or sustainability programs in municipal/public sector settings.
• Budget Management: Demonstrated experience managing $1M operating and capital budgets with multiple funding sources.
• Emergency Management: ICS/NIMS training/certification and emergency operations experience.
• Labor Relations: Experience working with unions and represented employees including contract interpretation and problem-solving.
• Asset Management Systems: Proficiency with CMMS fleet management software or enterprise asset management platforms.
• Performance Analytics: Strong data analysis skills with experience developing KPIs dashboards and performance metrics.
• Public Sector Experience: Municipal government or public utilities background with knowledge of procurement accountability and stakeholder engagement.
• Strategic Planning: Experience developing and implementing strategic plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Change Management: Proven ability to lead organizational change and implement new programs.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Success building partnerships on inter-departmental or inter-agency teams.
• Property/Real Estate Management: Experience with property management vacant parcels or real estate portfolios.
• Technical Communication: Strong written/verbal skills with experience preparing executive-level reports and presentations.

Workplace Schedule/Environment:

• This position will be required to work in the office five (5) days per week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.
• Work is performed both in an office environment and in a public setting.
• Collaborative inclusive team environment

Application Requirement(s):

1. A complete NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application

1. Attached Resume & Cover Letter describing your skills and experience in relation to this position.
2. Supplemental Questions Responses

*** You must include both a resume and cover letter. If you do not submit these documents your application will not be considered. Please ensure that BOTH documents have successfully been uploaded before submitting your application. ***

Benefits:The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation holiday and sick leave as well as medical dental vision life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.More information about employee benefits is available on the Citys website at: may apply:The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including people of color immigrants refugees women LGBTQ people with disabilities veterans and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race color creed national origin ancestry sex marital status disability religious or political affiliation age sexual orientation or gender identity.

If you have any questions please contact Erika Monroe at .

Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web page Experience:

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