Program Coordinator I - Public Works

Job Summary

This Program Coordinator I position reports to the Compliance Services manager within Public Works and is primarily responsible for the coordination of the non-capital portion of the Public Works asset management program and other Compliance Services duties. This position supports small tools tracking and inventory, materials inventory, the coordination of the annual inventory audits of small, attractive assets, reconciliations, journal entry preparation, assist with administration of the maintenance management system and other compliance duties. In support of these business processes, this position will perform reconciliations, prepare journal entries, process tool and inventory purchases, develop policies and procedures, assist in program performance evaluation, perform internal audits, provide training to staff on inventory and internal controls, recommend courses of action to the Compliance Services Manager, and provide occasional updates to Senior Management Team members as needed to ensure that projects stay on track.

The successful candidate will have some experience in these areas and will be familiar with creating a collaborative environment of shared accountability while ensuring that regulations are adhered to and program compliance goals are met.

This position offers a hybrid remote work schedule, however, the candidate selected must reside in Washington or Oregon. No exceptions.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• At least three years of inventory management, accounting, or compliance experience, or
• A bachelor’s degree or the equivalent, in accounting, finance, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.
• Specialized experience in the area of assignment is highly desirable. However, this expertise is not required at entry into the classification.
• A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required for this position.

Knowledge of: The principles and practices of inventory program management, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and problem solving. General accounting principles and practices; BARS (Budgeting, Accounting and Reporting System for State and Local Governments); computer applications related to financial reporting (database, spreadsheet, word processing); research methods and information sources; relevant computer- based systems and applications; principles and techniques of project management, application and interpretation of County, state and federal laws and regulations relevant to the program area; analysis and evaluation of policies, procedures, public information,

and service delivery issues; local and state lawmaking processes; trends and practices within the specialized area; and personal computer applications and usage.

Ability to: Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships. Analyze and solve complex problems and explain results in writing. Interpret, apply, and explain federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Meet deadlines. Evaluate and improve department service delivery through enhancement of procedures, systems, organizational approaches and record keeping; develop and demonstrate effective customer service techniques.

Selection Process:

Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application.  Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application. ​

Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required.  Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review.  Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.  Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.

Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement.  Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.

Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.

It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.

First review of candidates will be March 5th. This recruitment may close at any time on or after the first review date with no additional notice.

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Examples of Duties

Salary Grade

M3.200

Salary Range

$34.89 - $48.82- per hour

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Recruiter

Rori Jones

Email:

Rori.Jones@clark.wa.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Employee Benefits and additional compensation

Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation.  Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation.  More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.

Retirement Information

All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice. 
 

For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/

If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.