Conservation Planning Supervisor (Hybrid)

Pierce-County-Washington; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pierce County’s Sustainability Division is seeking a supervisory leader to oversee the Land Conservation and Conservation Futures programs within PPW. You will supervise the Stewardship Team and help implement the Sustainability 2030 Plan to conserve land and promote environmental stewardship.

The role emphasizes data-driven planning, cross-department collaboration, and public outreach to inform residents and decision-makers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field.
• Four years of local, county, or state planning work.
• One year of lead worker and/or supervisory experience.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate work assignments for an assigned work unit.
• Coordinate work with others across departments and organizations on the development of various plans.
• Participate in and supervise the preparation and presentation of reports and information to County Officials and the public.
• Conduct performance evaluations, and develop and establish performance measures and standards.
• Oversee development, preparation and presentation of department staff reports, including draft policies and regulations.
• Provide leadership over assigned projects and programs.

Skills

Data collection and analysis

Public outreach and facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in planning or related field

Four years of local, county, or state planning work

One year of lead worker and/or supervisory experience

Master's degree

Job description

Pierce County’s Sustainability Division is seeking a supervisory leader to oversee the Land Conservation and Conservation Futures programs within PPW. You will supervise the Stewardship Team and help implement the Sustainability 2030 Plan to conserve land and promote environmental stewardship.

The role emphasizes data-driven planning, cross-department collaboration, and public outreach to inform residents and decision-makers.