Why Its a Great Opportunity:
As the Administrative Program Manager 2 you will serve as a strategic partner to the Business and Financial Operations Manager ensuring smooth operations in a fast-paced high-volume this role you will lead the grants contracts and procurement team and maintain compliance with evolving procurement standards. You will oversee data analytics reporting performance measures and IT support for the department while fostering collaboration between accounting and procurement teams. Additionally you will supervise five team members build an inclusive team culture set strategic goals and drive success grounded in County contracting and procurement practices. Immediate priorities include hiring your team ensuring procedures are followed completing a fee study and promoting transparency across operations.
Why Its a Great Department:
Pierce County Parks and Recreation manages more than 5200 acres of parks trails and open space ranging from community hubs to natural areas. We deliver diverse recreation programs and maintain the infrastructure that supports both active play and quiet connection with nature.
Our department is made up of four divisions: Park and Recreation Operations Business Operations Volunteer and Resource Development and Park Stewardship and Infrastructure Delivery working together to serve one of the most dynamic and fast-growing regions in Washington. Guided by our mission to create livable communities we provide opportunities for people to connect with nature learn about sustainability live healthy lives and experience inclusive thriving public spaces.
Joining Pierce County Parks means being part of a forward-thinking team that values collaboration innovation and community impact where your work truly makes a difference every day.
Learn more about the Pierce County Parks and Recreation Department
How to be Successful in the Role:
To thrive in this role you bring strong leadership and decision-making skills paired with the ability to think strategically and stay organized under pressure. You are a collaborative communicator who values inclusion and empowers others to succeed. You understand data and processes adapt quickly to change and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment. Your approach ensures accountability clarity and a positive team culture.
Your Future in this Role:
This is a great role with varied activities supporting business processes with community engagement that touches everyone who lives or works in Pierce County. Pierce County offers professional development through robust online learning and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success.
Core Daily Responsibilities:
A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here.
As a condition of employment the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
To be considered for this opportunity please:
This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the Countys needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments phone screen and interviews.
At Pierce County diversity equity and inclusion means commitment not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit develop and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds cultures lifestyles and perspectives committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local direct and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County place people are proud to call home
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Required Experience:
Manager