Development Program Manager

Job Title: Development Program Manager

Pay: $10,000 - $13,700 per month

Location: Vancouver, Washington, 98665

Job Details:

The Development Program Manager (DPM) is a technical engineering position that leads and manages the development group under the general supervision of the Collection Infrastructure Director. The DPM is responsible for developing and managing positive District relations with stakeholders in the development community. Directs, manages and coordinates the programs and activities related to plan review, permitting, and performance monitoring of the District's sanitary sewer collection and conveyance systems and ensuring that extensions of and improvements to the system are constructed in conformance with District standards and plans. Typical duties include reviewing plans for compliance with District specifications, reviewing developer requests, creating and administering development agreements, and coordinating interactions between developers, agencies, and the District regarding proposed projects. The DPM is responsible for planning projects to meet the future conveyance system needs, including updates to the District's General Sewer Plan (GSP), as required/needed. This position is responsible for planning, organizing, assigning, and monitoring the workload and resource allocation of the engineering staff under this position's supervision. The DPM provides technical reviews of the work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of:

• Operational characteristics, services, and activities of a civil and sanitary engineering program.
  
• Organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operational needs.
  
• Relevant local, state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and standards governing the work.
  
• Current engineering principles, standards, methods, and practices specifically for public works and wastewater collection and conveyance.
  
• Principles and practices of land surveying.
  
• Standard Specifications and special provisions related to wastewater collection, conveyance, and pumping systems.
  
• Materials, equipment, and methods used in the construction, repair, and maintenance of wastewater collection and pumping systems.
  
• Land development planning, legal processing, and enforcement of land use codes and regulations.
  
• Principles and functional understanding of Industrial pretreatment standards.
  
• Supervision, teambuilding, and coaching techniques and practices.
  

Skill In:

• Managing multiple projects simultaneously and meeting project objectives and deadlines.
  
• Interpreting and applying pertinent Federal, State and local policies, procedures, laws and regulations.
  
• Reading, interpreting, understanding, and explaining complex engineering data, plans, reports, surveys, and specifications.
  
• Comprehensive and sub-basin planning.
  
• Researching and analyzing complex data and information accurately and adopting a logical and effective course of action.
  
• Preparing and maintaining detailed, accurate, and organized records.
  
• Communicating, writing, speaking and presenting.
  
• Translating and communicating complex, highly technical information into formats that are understandable to groups and individuals with varying levels of knowledge and expertise.
  
• Critical and analytical thinking and decision-making.
  
• Collaborating, managing conflict, gaining cooperation, and building consensus.
  
• Meeting planning and facilitation.
  
• Coordinating and managing professional and technical staff and consultants, including training and mentoring staff.
  
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including a variety of District, local, and state government officials, community groups, and the general public.
  
• Proficient use of computer systems and software, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Access, GIS, and document collaboration and markup tools, Bluebeam Revu preferred.
  

Ability to:

• Recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices to provide effective and efficient services for the development division.
  
• Research and identify alternatives, recommend solutions, and implement recommendations in support of established goals.
  
• Apply advanced mathematic and scientific rules and principles to express ideas and solve problems.
  
• Use standard business English effectively to compile information and prepare written documents on paper, computers.
  
• Pass all required safety training classes and apply the procedures to the work environment.
  
• Understand and follow directions, effectively adjust to changing priorities, problem solve and multitask, and be decisive in taking actions and making decisions.
  
• Effectively communicate with the public, co-workers, supervisors, and subordinates.
  
• Work productively and collaboratively with other staff, peers, consultants, and contractors in a professional manner.
  
• Work independently and as part of a team.
  
• Maintain a professional and respectful working environment.
  

Certification and Licensure:

• Licensure as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Washington or the ability to obtain licensure via reciprocity within six months of date of hire.
  
• Possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license with a good driving record.
  

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties and fulfill the responsibilities of the position. A typical way to achieve that would be:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program or degree in a closely related field.
  
• Six (6) years of progressively responsible engineering experience.
  
• Two years (2) of project management-related experience, planning, scheduling, monitoring, and problem-solving.
  
• Two years (2) responsibility supervising professional, technical, and administrative staff in a related field.
  

Working Conditions:

Work is performed primarily in an office environment but with occasional travel to off-site meetings, remote facilities, and field locations, including possible work in inclement weather conditions. Requires strength and mobility for this setting and the ability and willingness to drive a motor vehicle, move about various sites, with the ability to walk, climb, crawl, and access facilities, including confined spaces and field construction sites, and sufficient agility to safely navigate uneven terrain and slippery surfaces. Office work typically requires strength and mobility for prolonged periods of sitting or standing, the use of a computer, and the ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. May occasionally include exposure to a variety of health and safety conditions associated with wastewater treatment facilities, including raw sewage. Corrected vision sufficient for use of computers and review of plans and other detailed documents.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Pass all required safety training classes and apply those procedures to the work environment.
  
• Maintain appropriate physical fitness to perform essential job functions.
  
• Occasionally work long hours, evenings, and weekends on an as needed or emergency basis.
  
• Final offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference check.