Program Manager IV - Lead and Toxics Team (Special Duty- Internal Only)

• Ensure development and implementation of community health promotion/protection and public involvement strategies that promote healthy environments and reduce exposure to lead and other toxics. 
• Develop strategic partnerships (internal and external) to enhance service delivery and program effectiveness, particularly on reducing lead and toxics exposures where families live, learn and play. 
• Research, write and submit grants. 

• Provide supervision and support to lead and toxics staff (currently 4 direct reports), including coaching, mentorship and development, and performance management. -Build a high-trust, inclusive environment that creates space for diverse perspectives that lead to better outcomes. 
• Hold team accountable to commitments, including tracking progress, removing roadblocks, and reinforcing high standards for work products.  

• Manage all phases of contracting, assuring that partners meet contract deliverables and adhere to federal fiscal requirements.
• Provide support and technical assistance to internal and external partners. 

• Develop relationships and create equitable partnerships with other public, private, and non-profit agencies and organizations. 
• Assure that program processes center community voices and that equity considerations are integral to the development and implementation of all program strategies.
• Other duties as assigned. 

• Experience preparing technical guidance documents related to lead and toxics - particularly related to exposures and prevention measures for children and pregnant people.
• A combination of education and/or professional and life experience (a minimum of 5 years) resulting in the ability to understand and navigate complex issues quickly, make informed decisions, while also supporting and mentoring staff. 
• Experience researching, writing, and managing grants. 
• Demonstrated experience ensuring program compliance with policies, procedures, program and funding requirements. 
• Demonstrated experience applying equity and social justice principles and practices, and an understanding of the effects of place, race and policy and systems-based inequities on marginalized communities. 
• Strong writing and analytic skills with the ability to develop reports for internal and external audiences. 
• Effective communication skills including the ability to make presentations to large and small groups. 
• Strong facilitation and negotiation skills, and the demonstrated ability to develop partnerships with stakeholders to build consensus and develop reasonable solutions to issues and problems. 
• Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize work assignments and adjust priorities in a multi-task environment. 
• Working knowledge of basic accounting and project budget development. 
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and the internet.

• Certified Lead Assessor or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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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.

The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:

• NEOGOV Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Cover letter - Addressing your interest in the position and how you meet the requirements

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.

Necessary Special Requirements

• The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
• For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en. 
• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
• Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
• When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department. 
• 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 your recruiter listed on this job announcement.

Work Schedule

This position is Monday-Friday, 8-5 with flexibility for mutually agreed alternate work schedules. Occasional evening and weekend work required.  

Remote and Onsite Work

The team works in a hybrid model, with 2 days in the office as well as telecommuting, changing to 3 days in office starting in June 2026. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is the Chinook Building, 401 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104. 

Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

This position is not represented by a Labor Union. 

Contact

For questions about this recruitment contact Sarah Dunkinson (sdunkinson@kingcounty.gov).