Climate, Energy & Sustainability Supervisor

King County, WA is seeking a Climate, Energy & Sustainability Supervisor to lead a team focused on implementing the 2025 Strategic Climate Action Plan. The role involves advancing greenhouse gas reduction efforts, representing Energy and Sustainability Programs, and developing policies for sustainability and energy. This position is available to King County employees only and involves both remote and onsite work.
This opportunity is open to King County employees ONLY. We are not accepting external applications at this time.

Exciting news! WTD's Resource Recovery Unit is looking for a career service Climate, Energy & Sustainability Supervisor.
About the Role:

This is an opportunity to lead an innovative team of ~10 sustainability, energy, and project management subject matter experts in the WTD Climate, Energy and Sustainability work group. The person in this position will play a key role in implementation of the 2025 King County Strategic Climate Action Plan (SCAP) and the incorporation of sustainability and energy efforts into capital projects and operations and maintenance.

Specifically, this person will advance work and support staff advancing work on SCAP commitments related to greenhouse gas emissions reduction. The person in this role will represent the Energy and Sustainability Programs on WTD Capital Program Leadership Advisory Teams and in WTD long-term strategic planning and policy development efforts.

The Resource Recovery Unit strives to bring valuable resources, technology, and sound business practices together to deliver products and programs that inspire our customers to be part of an environmentally sustainable future—today. It is responsible for ensuring safe, environmentally friendly products are made from an urban renewable waste stream including, Loop biosolids soil amendment, recycled water, and renewable energy, as well as managing programs including sustainability, energy, technology assessment, and nutrient management.

The Climate, Energy and Sustainability work group includes the Energy and Sustainability Programs. This team is focused on development and implementation of King County sustainability and energy policies, including the King County (SCAP) and Green Building Ordinance (GBO). Work performed by the team includes efforts to increase energy efficiency, production and use of renewable power, green building, use of low-embodied carbon construction materials, and construction and demolition waste diversion in WTD operations and capital projects.

This position performs work remotely and onsite.
About the Team:

Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 800 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment.

We enforce regulations to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that services over 2.3 million King County residents. Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources.
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 Climate, Energy & Sustainability Supervisor, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work.

Learn more about our commitment at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). county.gov/equity.

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment 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.
What You Will Be Doing:
• Supervise work unit of ~10 staff, including project managers, energy engineers, and sustainability specialists in WTD’s Climate, Energy and Sustainability…