Parks Maintenance Supervisor II

Summary

Please note: This opportunity is ONLY open to employees internal to King County. We are not accepting external applications at this time.

This posting may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates for the Parks Maintenance Supervisor II position in the Parks Division for the period August 2025- January 2026.

King County Parks is hiring two (2) Parks Maintenance Operations Supervisor II to lead teams and oversee park maintenance operations. If you have a knack for balancing leadership, a passion for public spaces, and team-focused values, then this might be your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

About the Role:

As a Supervisor II in our Operations Section, you'll play a vital role in keeping King County's parks, trails, and natural areas thriving for the community and future generations.

This dynamic role offers variety, challenge, and purpose-requiring strong prioritization skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to delivering excellent service in all seasons. You'll support the planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of day-to-day operations for your assigned Park District or work group, which may include everything from natural habitats to active park spaces to regional trail systems, maintained year-round in all seasons.

The Supervisor II oversees staff training, communicates project priorities, and upholds Parks division values while managing administrative tasks.

About the Team:

King County Parks' mission is to steward, enhance and acquire parks to inspire healthy communities, and with 32,000 acres of open space, 175+ miles of regional trails, and 215+ miles of backcountry trails King County Parks offers close-to-home recreational experiences for everyone.

Being a part of the Operations Section means you get to experience this work firsthand through supporting maintenance staff while also coordinating with community partners and outside organizations to accomplish our goals.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Supervisor II, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at .

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Parks Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

Job Duties

What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead and inspire your team - Supervise, guide, and support daily work activities for your team while modeling the values and priorities of the Operations Section.

• Be hands-on and solutions-oriented - Assist with difficult or unusual problems, ensure timely completion of maintenance and projects and be available after hours as needed to support your team and fulfill section-wide responsibilities.

• Hire and onboard talent - Assist with screening, interviewing, and hiring employees, including developing field tests for candidates, making recommendations to hiring authorities.

• Grow and support your staff -Conduct performance and probationary evaluations to foster employee growth and development. Provide regular feedback, address performance issues through verbal and written reprimands, recommend additional disciplinary actions when necessary, and maintain accurate personnel records and documentation.

• Serve the public - Respond to and investigate complaints and inquiries from the public, providing clear, accurate information to interested parties and resolving issues in timely and professional manner.

• Champion safety - Ensure crews follow proper safety precautions and comply with construction, OSHA/WISHA, and environmental regulations, codes and specifications.

• Manage resources - Assist in budget preparation and track and monitor expenditures. Authorize purchases and code invoices accurately.

• Train and develop teams - Assess training needs for your team, research resources, and develop and implement an annual training program to equip new employees. Provide hands-on instruction in proper maintenance procedures and safe use of tools and equipment, leading by example.

• Collaborate across the Division - Participate in meetings with supervisors, management staff, and other teams across the division to coordinate projects, schedules, and timelines.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• At least three(3) years of experience in park maintenance operations that includes working with a range of staff including skilled, semi-skilled, seasonal, and professional team members (e.g., park maintenance workers, capital project managers, event coordinators).

• Several years of experience consistently leading and supervising crews or work units, including addressing safety concerns, guiding team performance, and managing challenging situations with professionalism and care in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

• Experience in planning, scheduling, and coordinating with staff at all levels to establish and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Excellent communication skills(oral and written), with the ability to engage effectively with employees, peers, supervisors, and customers.

• Working knowledge of preventive maintenance programs for park buildings, park assets, natural lands, and general facilities, including development and implementation.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Zoom, and asset management software like Lucity to support project planning and communication

• Experience in resource planning, including cost estimation for park and trail construction/maintenance and procuring appropriate equipment and supplies for work crews.

Competencies You Bring:

Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.

Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively and appropriately.

Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.

Courage: Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.

Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

Required Licenses:

Candidates must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License prior to appointment.

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• Knowledge of King County Parks' facilities, policies and procedures.
• Experience coordinating and supporting large-scale community events
• Pacific Northwest Resource Management School Certification.
• Knowledge or experience in LEAN principles and continuous process improvement activities.

Physical Requirements:

This job requires the ability to travel to and work within internal and external work areas within the Parks system. Those work areas expose the selected individual to uneven slopes, surfaces, grades, and terrain in varying weather conditions.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

• Work Location:This position will report to either Redmond shop facility (6046 W Lake Sammamish Pkwy NE, Redmond, WA 98052) or Kent shop facility (24810 148th Ave SE
• Kent, WA 98042) as these are the current openings. The role will have frequent site visits to various Parks district locations within King County including the Central Maintenance Facility in Renton.
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week, generally Monday through Friday, 6am- 2:30pm. The schedule may include weekends or special events. The Supervisor II position will participate in Duty Officer rotations of being on-call for 2-weeks at a time a few times a year.
• This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by PROTEC L17 union.

Application and Selection Process:

This opportunity is ONLY open to employees internal to King County. We are not accepting external applications at this time.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Answers to Supplemental questions
• Optional Resume (Will be reviewed, if submitted)
• Optional Cover Letter (Will be reviewed, if submitted)

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Divya Mathew at ...

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Discover More About DNRP: Visit our website, explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Keeping King County Green News.

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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.

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

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