Administration Section Supervisor - EMS Division

Salary: $131,353.04 - $166,497.76 Annually
Location : Chinook Building 401 5th Avenue Seattle, WA
Job Type: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number: 2025SMD24370
Department: DPH - Public Health
Division: Emergency Medical Svcs
Opening Date: 04/11/2025
Closing Date: 4/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Z3 : KC Personnel Guidelines
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time

Summary
The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division of Public Health-Seattle & King County seeks to fill the Finance & Administrative Services Manager (Administration Section Supervisor) position. The division is looking for an experienced and strategic leader who is committed to equity principles and excels at inspiring, supporting and managing people in a complex work environment. This senior level position reports directly to the EMS Division Director, provides administrative subject matter expertise to Section Supervisors, and is a key participant in EMS Leadership Team deliberations and strategic decision-making.
The EMS Division provides core regional services essential to delivering the highest quality out-of-hospital emergency care across King County. The EMS Division partners directly with 23 first responding EMS agencies in King County staffed by over 4,500 EMTs and paramedics resulting in more than 255,000 EMS patient care responses annually. Additional key partners include the four major dispatch centers staffed by over 200 telecommunicators, 11 mobile integrated healthcare (MIH) programs that connect patients to specialized community services, law enforcement and social worker co-responders, nurseline staff, regional hospitals, private ambulance companies, and community organizations to ensure a seamless provision of pre-hospital services to more than 2.3 million residents in King County.
Grounded in foundational principles of regional collaboration, a tiered medical model, an equity-driven focus, innovative practices, operational efficiency, and the fiscal integrity of a voter-approved levy, core regional services are organized across diverse EMS Division lines of business, including the Administration Section, and is funded through the $1.15 billion 6-year Medic One/ EMS Levy.
The primary role of the Administration Section Supervisor is to provide strategic direction, oversight and guidance to EMS Division leadership and partners related to a wide range of administrative duties necessary to support EMS Division day-to-day operations. Duties include the direct supervision of the administrative and financial staff that ensure administrative tasks are carried out according to established EMS Division, Public Health and King County policies and practices. The work exists within a dynamic and politically complex regional EMS system and Public Health environment and relies on fostering collaborative and respectful relationships with an array of internal and external partners and a commitment to an employee culture that values equity, inclusion and belonging. Responsibilities also include the establishment of strong, reliable and trusted relationships with Public Health (PH) and King County (KC) administrative sectors such as Human Resources (PH/HR and HRD), Contracts, Procurement, and Real Estate Services (CPRES), PH Finance & Budget, Facilities Management Division (FMD) and KC Information Technology (KCIT), to ensure smooth operations within the EMS Division and with our EMS partners in the region.
Note: This posting will create a list of qualified candidates that may be considered for selection of additional vacancies of the same position type over the next 6 months.
Commitment To Equity and Social Justice

Named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
The county government has a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from all communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
We recognize that structural racism consists of principles and practices that cause and justify an inequitable distribution of rights, opportunities, and experiences across racial groups. Since declaring Racism is a Public Health Crisis in June 2020, King County and Public Health committed to being intentionally anti-racist and accountable to Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities.
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Work Schedule

Typical work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (with flexibility). This position is not subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not overtime eligible.
Work Location

This position works a hybrid schedule, with two days in office per week and the remainder telecommuting. The base for this position is the Chinook Building, located at 401 5th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98104.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Teleworking:

Some of the work associated with this position will be performed through teleworking, and will report to office location and to meetings as needed. Travel to other work locations may be necessary. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. To support employees during this time King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team.

Job Duties

• Direct, advise and ensure adherence to established King County policies and practices, and alignment with the EMS Division Strategic Plan and policies, for a wide variety of administrative operations within the EMS Division.These administrative operations interface with the other programmatic sections in the Division, requiring excellent communication and coordination with Section Supervisors and Division leadership. They includebut are not limited to HR and payroll, contract administration, EMS levy financial plan management, biennial budget development and ongoing fiscal management, procurement processes, KCIT, risk management, and fleet/facilities coordination.

• Coordinate, support and ensure adherence to established King County policies and practices, and the EMS Division Strategic Plan, for the variety of administrative operations with regional EMS partners, including but not limited to contract administration, invoicing, and financial oversight with local area fire departments, communication centers, hospitals, and community organizations.

• Supervise, lead, and mentor an effective administrative team consistent with King County's values particularly, we are racially just, we respect all people, and we are responsible stewards. Provide appropriate and equity-based direction, support, and guidance to staff that fosters employee engagement and trust.

• Ensure that administrative employees are responsive to internal and external customers in providing timely, accurate, high quality financial and administrative work products in adherence to King County polices and guidelines.

• In close coordination with the EMS Division Director and EMS Deputy Director, represent the division in both internal and external settings,and effectively work with partners to process work and resolve issues.

• Provide administrative guidance, clarity, problem solving, support, and planning to a variety of internal and external partners, organizing and ensuring timely completion of administrative tasks.

• Develop and disseminate clear and concise administrative cross-functional communications to ensure adherence to policies and procedures at EMS Division, Public Health and King County levels.

• Where appropriate, review/approve invoices, expense claims, p-card submittals, travel, and training expenses.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate the following (Minimum):

• Experience overseeing complex administrative support functions and ensuring adherence to organizational policies and procedures.

• Demonstrate wide-ranging experience in building trusted partnerships with internal and external customers and a track record of transparency, resolving differences respectfully, and communicating diplomatically on sensitive issues.

• Demonstrate intermediate level experience and exceptional skill in managing diverse teams including setting clear expectations, coaching, mentoring and motivating employees, and providing constructive feedback.

• Demonstrate broad experience and skill in building a positive work culture that centers the needs of staff in the division, while resolving conflict and disputes in a timely manner, including the management of grievances, challenging interpersonal dynamics, and taking difficult action when necessary.

• Demonstrate skill in problem solving and decision-making in complex environments that requires gathering information from multiple sources, driving for consensus to arrive at clear solutions, and providing follow-through on the identified approach.

• Demonstrate ability to respect, communicate, and relate well with a wide range of people regardless of their status, position, or background, whether from inside the organization or from the communities we serve; have situational awareness and uses tact to diffuse tense situations through personal rapport and communication skills; appreciate and celebrate differences.

Supplemental Information
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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.

Who May Apply

This position is open to all qualified candidates.
Application Process

The following items are required to be considered for this vacancy:

• NeoGov Job Application (The responses on your job application should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Supplemental Questions (The responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough and complete and will be used in the screening process)
• Cover Letter (Detailing interest in position)

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the application. Cover letters and/or resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted.
Necessary Special Requirements

• The selection process may include evaluation of application materials and supplemental questions, interviewing, and testing. You must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience.
• The selected candidate must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment.
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• Employees are required to protect the privacy and security of protected health information as defined in State and Federal Law.
• Public Health relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
• Employees are required to adhere to OSHA/WISHA guidelines including but not limited to completing their mandatory trainings on time and obtaining required immunizations.
• Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all Public Health positions.
• When Public Health responds to an emergency, and in accordance with relevant CBA language and/or KC policy and procedures, we may assign duties outside your regular job description. This may involve responding at any time, including nights and weekends, with possible deployment to locations other than the department.
• If you need a disability accommodation in the application or testing process, please call the contact number listed on the job announcement.

Union Membership

This position is a non-represented position.
Contact

For questions about this recruitment, please contact Salyse Duckworth, HR Analyst at sduckworth@kingcounty.gov.
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:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what's best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

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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.
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Do you have experience overseeing complex administrative support functions and ensuring adherence to organizational policies and procedures?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "yes" to the question above, please describe your experience overseeing complex administrative support functions and ensuring adherence to organizational policies and procedures. If you do not have this experience, please type N/A.
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Do you have experience in building trusted partnerships with internal and external customers and a track record of transparency, resolving differences respectfully, and communicating diplomatically on sensitive issues?

• Yes
• No

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If you answered "yes" to the question above, please describe your experience in building trusted partnerships with internal and external customers and a track record of transparency, resolving differences respectfully, and communicating diplomatically on sensitive issues. If you do not have this experience, please type N/A.
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Please select the option below that best describes your experience managing diverse teams including setting clear expectations, coaching, mentoring and motivating employees, and providing constructive feedback (this response will be verified).

• No experience.
• Entry level (minimal) experience.
• Intermediate experience.
• Mid-level experience.
• Senior/Executive level experience.

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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.

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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
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