King County
Contract Specialist 3 - Harborview Bond Program
King County, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Salary:
$107,972.80 - $136,864.00 Annually
Location :
Seattle, WA
Job Type:
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number:
2024-CP22699
Department:
DES - Executive Services
Division:
FBOD-Finance & Business Ops
Opening Date:
09/09/2024
Closing Date:
9/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA:
Exempt
Bargaining Unit:
F3A : L117-P&T
Full- or Part-Time:
Full Time
Summary
This recruitment is for King County employees only.
King County's Finance and Business Operations Division, Procurement & Payables section, is seeking a
Contract Specialist 3 !
This position is responsible for leading, overseeing, performing, and evaluating the work for the Harborview Bond Program, as well as providing expertise as a technical procurement specialist for major capital improvement projects.
We are looking for a self-motivated, enthusiastic, forward thinking, agile, and customer service driven employee. If you are a natural leader who is detail oriented, can work with minimal direction and guidance, enjoys finding solutions to procurement challenges, and does all this with a positive attitude, this job is for you!
About the
Harborview Bond Program
:In 2020 the voters of King County approved $1.74 billion in bond funding to support new facilities at Harborview Medical Center. The resulting Harborview Bond Program will build over one million square feet of new and renovated spaces. The new facilities will include construction of a new-high rise inpatient bed tower, and a new behavioral health building. Seismic renovations to the Center Tower and Harborview Hall will increase capacity for supportive services and respite beds. Additional upgrades are designated throughout various facilities, including a full renovation of the Pioneer Square Clinic. The Harborview Bond Program will impact the entire campus including new street and helipad access. The work is expected to extend over a minimum 8 years and the campus will remain operational 24/7 throughout the duration of the work. Contracting opportunities will span the full spectrum of planning, design, and construction services. King County has established a Bond Program Office to implement this ambitious program. The project team includes project managers, architects, engineers, and administrators. This position will be part of the Bond Program team.
Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive health care facility owned by King County Government, governed by a County-appointed Board of Trustees, and managed by the University of Washington School of Medicine. Its primary mission is to provide high quality to the indigent and under-served residents of King County. In serving a four-state region, Harborview is home to the nationally renowned level-one trauma center, and the Medic One Emergency Response Unit which was established as one of the country's first paramedic response programs. Many of Washington State's emergency medical service technicians are trained at Harborview. The Medical Center combines state-of-the-art emergency medical services with general medicine and specialty clinics, including centers of excellence in burn, neurosciences, ophthalmology, infectious disease, and rehab therapy. Harborview Medical Center is the designated disaster control hospital for the region.
Over the years Harborview's medical facilities have expanded and changed to meet the demands of a growing population and progress in the fields of patient care, medicine, and technology. The current campus spans 13 acres and multiple buildings connected by underground tunnels.
Scope of Job Duties: To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum, demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to:
Act as lead contract specialist for Harborview Bond Program contracts which includes:
Manage workload;Resolve contract and procurement issues;Act as point of contact for agency collaboration on contracting needs;Provide training to staff and customers;Lead process improvement projects;Coach, mentor, and lead staff to high levels of professional development and productivity.
Research, prepare, and issue solicitation and contract documents in accordance with County policies and procedures for the Harborview Bond Program including for architectural and engineering, construction, goods and services, and alternative public work procurements.Assist project managers in contract administration and ensure proper contract requirements and guidelines are followed.Serve as the subject matter expert and provide strategic advice, innovative solutions, technical expertise, and direction to ensure compliance with applicable policies, rules, and regulations.Develop, review, and edit boilerplate documents such as RFPs, contracts, templates, guidelines, exhibits, forms, and manuals for Harborview Bond Program procurements and contract administration.Serve as the liaison for the Harborview Bond Program on County procurement-related forum and workgroups.Suggest alternative contracting methods such as general contractor construction manager, design-build, and job order contracting in compliance with state laws.Support procurement's position with knowledge of best practices, policies, executive orders, King County code, statutes, regulations, ordinances, and contract terms and conditions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience working with construction, architectural & engineering (A&E), or alternative public works contracts;Experience preparing solicitation and contract documents, and performing contract administration duties;Experience managing different opinions, facilitating discussion, resolving conflict, and finding resolution;Strong communication, interpersonal, writing and customer service skills;Intermediate level of technology proficiency using MS Office Productivity tools in your daily work;Ability to manage your time and adapt to changing priorities, work on multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, meet quick deadlines, and produce timely and quality work products;Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.We would love it if you have:
Associate DBIA or DBIA certification from the Design Build Institute of America;Experience with alternative public works delivery methods such as general contractor construction manager, design-build, and job order contracting;Experience building a program from the ground up;Experience with LEAN processes and principles;Experience with SharePoint, MS Teams and other collaborative online tools.
The Procurement & Payables Section is part of the larger portfolio of countywide services. FBOD's vision
"Count on Us"
reflects the division's deep-seated commitment to customer success, equity, employee engagement, resource stewardship, and operational excellence. If these values align with your own, please apply and join FBOD for a rewarding career!
Position Information:
Work Site Details:
The work associated with this position will be hybrid with time in office as neededLocation Requirement:
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.Work Schedule:
This position is Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and therefore is not overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, comprising a 40-hour workweek; normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.Union Representation:
This position is represented by Teamsters 117.Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop. When working remotely employees must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work, remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours, and follow FBOD's Hybrid and Remote Guidelines including on-camera participation during virtual video meetings. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely.
The Application/Selection Process: The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. A completed King County Application is required. Applicants from this recruitment may be used to fill future opportunities in this job classification.
We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter
addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and why you are interested in this position.
The selection process typically consists of a phone screen, video interview, and reference checking. For some positions the process may also include skill testing, writing samples or additional interviews. Candidates will be updated on the status of their application via the email address used to apply.
Note: Online applications are preferred. However, if you cannot apply online, go to www.kingcounty.gov/jobs for other options.
If you have any questions or concerns while applying, please contact:Caitlyn Prouty, Recruiter Email: cprouty@kingcounty.govSupplemental Information
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference?
Come join the team
dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
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:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family membersLife and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependentsRetirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation planTransportation program and ORCA transit pass12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidaysGenerous vacation and paid sick leavePaid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leavesFlexible Spending AccountWellness programsOnsite activity centersEmployee Giving ProgramEmployee assistance programsFlexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on positionTraining and career development programsFor additional information about employee benefits, visit our
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.
01
Are you currently a King County employee?
YesNo
02
Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.No.
03
If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
04
I understand that I must reside in Washington state and within reasonable distance from the King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
YesNo
05
I understand that the work associated with this position will primarily be hybrid with time in office as needed.
YesNo
Required Question
$107,972.80 - $136,864.00 Annually
Location :
Seattle, WA
Job Type:
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number:
2024-CP22699
Department:
DES - Executive Services
Division:
FBOD-Finance & Business Ops
Opening Date:
09/09/2024
Closing Date:
9/22/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA:
Exempt
Bargaining Unit:
F3A : L117-P&T
Full- or Part-Time:
Full Time
Summary
This recruitment is for King County employees only.
King County's Finance and Business Operations Division, Procurement & Payables section, is seeking a
Contract Specialist 3 !
This position is responsible for leading, overseeing, performing, and evaluating the work for the Harborview Bond Program, as well as providing expertise as a technical procurement specialist for major capital improvement projects.
We are looking for a self-motivated, enthusiastic, forward thinking, agile, and customer service driven employee. If you are a natural leader who is detail oriented, can work with minimal direction and guidance, enjoys finding solutions to procurement challenges, and does all this with a positive attitude, this job is for you!
About the
Harborview Bond Program
:In 2020 the voters of King County approved $1.74 billion in bond funding to support new facilities at Harborview Medical Center. The resulting Harborview Bond Program will build over one million square feet of new and renovated spaces. The new facilities will include construction of a new-high rise inpatient bed tower, and a new behavioral health building. Seismic renovations to the Center Tower and Harborview Hall will increase capacity for supportive services and respite beds. Additional upgrades are designated throughout various facilities, including a full renovation of the Pioneer Square Clinic. The Harborview Bond Program will impact the entire campus including new street and helipad access. The work is expected to extend over a minimum 8 years and the campus will remain operational 24/7 throughout the duration of the work. Contracting opportunities will span the full spectrum of planning, design, and construction services. King County has established a Bond Program Office to implement this ambitious program. The project team includes project managers, architects, engineers, and administrators. This position will be part of the Bond Program team.
Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive health care facility owned by King County Government, governed by a County-appointed Board of Trustees, and managed by the University of Washington School of Medicine. Its primary mission is to provide high quality to the indigent and under-served residents of King County. In serving a four-state region, Harborview is home to the nationally renowned level-one trauma center, and the Medic One Emergency Response Unit which was established as one of the country's first paramedic response programs. Many of Washington State's emergency medical service technicians are trained at Harborview. The Medical Center combines state-of-the-art emergency medical services with general medicine and specialty clinics, including centers of excellence in burn, neurosciences, ophthalmology, infectious disease, and rehab therapy. Harborview Medical Center is the designated disaster control hospital for the region.
Over the years Harborview's medical facilities have expanded and changed to meet the demands of a growing population and progress in the fields of patient care, medicine, and technology. The current campus spans 13 acres and multiple buildings connected by underground tunnels.
Scope of Job Duties: To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum, demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to:
Act as lead contract specialist for Harborview Bond Program contracts which includes:
Manage workload;Resolve contract and procurement issues;Act as point of contact for agency collaboration on contracting needs;Provide training to staff and customers;Lead process improvement projects;Coach, mentor, and lead staff to high levels of professional development and productivity.
Research, prepare, and issue solicitation and contract documents in accordance with County policies and procedures for the Harborview Bond Program including for architectural and engineering, construction, goods and services, and alternative public work procurements.Assist project managers in contract administration and ensure proper contract requirements and guidelines are followed.Serve as the subject matter expert and provide strategic advice, innovative solutions, technical expertise, and direction to ensure compliance with applicable policies, rules, and regulations.Develop, review, and edit boilerplate documents such as RFPs, contracts, templates, guidelines, exhibits, forms, and manuals for Harborview Bond Program procurements and contract administration.Serve as the liaison for the Harborview Bond Program on County procurement-related forum and workgroups.Suggest alternative contracting methods such as general contractor construction manager, design-build, and job order contracting in compliance with state laws.Support procurement's position with knowledge of best practices, policies, executive orders, King County code, statutes, regulations, ordinances, and contract terms and conditions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience working with construction, architectural & engineering (A&E), or alternative public works contracts;Experience preparing solicitation and contract documents, and performing contract administration duties;Experience managing different opinions, facilitating discussion, resolving conflict, and finding resolution;Strong communication, interpersonal, writing and customer service skills;Intermediate level of technology proficiency using MS Office Productivity tools in your daily work;Ability to manage your time and adapt to changing priorities, work on multiple priorities and projects simultaneously, meet quick deadlines, and produce timely and quality work products;Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.We would love it if you have:
Associate DBIA or DBIA certification from the Design Build Institute of America;Experience with alternative public works delivery methods such as general contractor construction manager, design-build, and job order contracting;Experience building a program from the ground up;Experience with LEAN processes and principles;Experience with SharePoint, MS Teams and other collaborative online tools.
The Procurement & Payables Section is part of the larger portfolio of countywide services. FBOD's vision
"Count on Us"
reflects the division's deep-seated commitment to customer success, equity, employee engagement, resource stewardship, and operational excellence. If these values align with your own, please apply and join FBOD for a rewarding career!
Position Information:
Work Site Details:
The work associated with this position will be hybrid with time in office as neededLocation Requirement:
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.Work Schedule:
This position is Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and therefore is not overtime eligible. Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule, every other Thursday, comprising a 40-hour workweek; normally 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.Union Representation:
This position is represented by Teamsters 117.Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop. When working remotely employees must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work, remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours, and follow FBOD's Hybrid and Remote Guidelines including on-camera participation during virtual video meetings. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely.
The Application/Selection Process: The recruitment for this position is open to all qualified candidates. A completed King County Application is required. Applicants from this recruitment may be used to fill future opportunities in this job classification.
We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter
addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and why you are interested in this position.
The selection process typically consists of a phone screen, video interview, and reference checking. For some positions the process may also include skill testing, writing samples or additional interviews. Candidates will be updated on the status of their application via the email address used to apply.
Note: Online applications are preferred. However, if you cannot apply online, go to www.kingcounty.gov/jobs for other options.
If you have any questions or concerns while applying, please contact:Caitlyn Prouty, Recruiter Email: cprouty@kingcounty.govSupplemental Information
Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference?
Come join the team
dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
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:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family membersLife and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependentsRetirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation planTransportation program and ORCA transit pass12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidaysGenerous vacation and paid sick leavePaid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leavesFlexible Spending AccountWellness programsOnsite activity centersEmployee Giving ProgramEmployee assistance programsFlexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on positionTraining and career development programsFor additional information about employee benefits, visit our
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.
01
Are you currently a King County employee?
YesNo
02
Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.No.
03
If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
04
I understand that I must reside in Washington state and within reasonable distance from the King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
YesNo
05
I understand that the work associated with this position will primarily be hybrid with time in office as needed.
YesNo
Required Question