Supervise and mentor staff in the Emergency and Housing Services Division
Establish work goals and objectives, training in contract management
Utilize change management techniques and effective communication
Provide vision and leadership to continually improve contracting processes
Organize division-wide processes, such as contract renewal, monitoring
Identify, recommend, and implement continuous quality improvement opportunities
Collaborate with internal and external teams, ensuring high-quality service delivery
Operate in a politically sensitive environment while maintaining relationships

Requirements

Fluency in equity and racial justice concepts and language
5+ years of experience in positions managing and overseeing the expenditure of homelessness services funding and/or operating homelessness services at the management or leadership level
5+ years of direct supervisory experience including mentoring, coaching, and supporting teams of three or more people
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Experience in external affairs, strategic partnership building and/or program oversight
Proficiency/comfort using technology and data, including Microsoft Office Suite
Experience with government and community stakeholders in King County
Valid Washington State Driver's License
Ability to travel up to 10%, in state and out-of-state
Commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace
Ability to convey complex information in a simple and clear manner
Ability to provide and accept feedback
Ability to work in and across several communication platforms, including social networks and cloud-based systems
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Benefits

fully paid health insurance premiums
unlimited paid time off
access to a state-sponsored pension plan

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

contract managementchange managementquality improvementsupervisory experienceprogram oversightdata proficiencyMicrosoft Office Suitefunding managementservice delivery

Soft Skills

mentoringcoachingcommunicationcollaborationrelationship managementinclusive workplace commitmentfeedback acceptanceinformation simplification

Certifications

Washington State Driver's License