Green Fleet Advisor & Team Supervisor (SA2)
Seattle, WA - USA
Job Summary
- Position Description
Join Seattle Public Utilities as theGreen Fleet Advisor & Team Supervisor where you will play a pivotal role in advancing the utilitys sustainability and climate action this leadership position you will guide the strategic direction of SPUs fleet operations by developing and managingthe teams work plans driving fleet electrification initiatives and ensuring progress toward key milestones established through executive directives including the Mayors New Green Deal Executive Order as well as SPUs broader climate commitments.
As a trusted advisor and team supervisoryou will champion innovation and operational excellence by leading fleet and logistics continuous improvement efforts optimizing processes and fostering a culture of sustainability efficiency and accountability. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of green transportation and make a meaningful impact on the organizations environmental stewardship goals.
About Seattle Public Utilities (SPU): 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 1.5 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) check out the:
SPU commits to Our City Values andRace 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.
Why join our teamWe 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 Orca Pass
- City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
- Growth potential and advancement opportunities
- Job Responsibilities
- Lead SPUs fleet greenhouse gas reduction and electrification strategies policiesand short &long-termplanning
- Develop and implement pilot programs that evaluate emerging technologies and innovative sustainability solutionsto reduce greenhouse gas emissions from SPU fleets
- Manage the expansion of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across SPU facilities including project scope budget schedule and contractor oversight
- Lead the Fleet Management team including supervision of four (4) staff fleet replacement programs policy & procedure development and performance reporting
- Establish and monitorKPIsto drive operational excellence and continuous improvement
- Analyze operations and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and service delivery for the Fleets Management section
- Manage vendor and contractor relationships to ensure quality compliance and service-level performance
- Prepare executive briefings presentations and reports including updates on mayoral directives and climate-related initiatives
- Represent SPU on interdepartmental teams and citywide working groups
- Ensure compliance with safety standards regulations and industry best practices
- Serve as a member of the Logistics Divisions core emergency response team
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.- Qualifications
Qualifications
Experience: Five (5) years of relevant experience in policy organizational planning project or program management or advising senior management or executives on policy or program direction or related field including one (1) year of supervisory experience
Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration Public Administration Project Management Environmental Studies or related field
or
Seven (7) years of relevant experience may be substituted if applicant does not have a degree
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience analyzing operational and performance data to support green fleet initiatives
- Strong public speaking & presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences
- Proactive & persistent with the ability to navigate challenges to achieve results
- Curious mindset with a passion for learning & exploring new ideas
- Naturally curious with a desire to learn ask questions and continuously improve processes and outcomes
- Additional Information
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
Who 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.
The full salary range for this position is $118118.16 - $177229.44 per year
How to Apply:- A full City of Seattle online application
- Resume & Cover letter addressing your knowledge and experience related to this position
- Failure to attach Resume & Cover Letter will result in your application not being considered
An online application including a resume and cover letter is required. We courage you to use your cover letter to address your skills and qualifications applicable to this position and what excites you about the job. Your resume should summarize the talent experience knowledge and skills you bring to this work. Failure to attach your cover letter and resume will exclude you from further consideration. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Recruiter Contact:For more information regarding this recruitment please contact: Kiernan Landon at
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: Experience:Manager