Nurse Supervisor - First Steps and WIC Programs at White Center Public Health Center

King County, WA; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health coverage

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Wellness programs

Flexible schedules

Career development

Job summary

King County, WA is seeking a Personal Health Services Supervisor to lead the First Steps and WIC programs within Public Health – Seattle & King County. The role supervises a multidisciplinary team delivering care across health centers, satellite clinics, and community venues.

The ideal candidate has an RN license in Washington and an advanced nursing degree, with experience in maternal/child health and staff supervision. Onsite work with travel to multiple sites is required.

Qualifications

• Registered Nursing license in good standing for Washington.
• Advanced nursing degree (BSN/MSN/ MSN/DNP/PhD) from an accredited school.
• Experience supervising healthcare or public health staff.
• Knowledge of maternal and child health or public health programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and operational leadership across Public Health Centers and community sites.
• Supervise multidisciplinary teams including nurses, dietitians, social workers, and support staff.
• Drive quality improvement and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Oversee client experience, satisfaction surveys, and grievance processes.
• Coordinate training, meetings, and collaborations with partner agencies.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Public health experience

Staff supervision

Trauma-informed care

Education

BSN MSN or doctoral nursing degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Summary

The Personal Health Services Supervisor (PHSS) provides leadership and operational oversight for the First Steps and The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) programs within Public Health – Seattle & King County. These programs support children and families through care coordination, screening, health promotion, and connection to medical, social, and community resources.

The Personal Health Services Supervisor (PHSS) provides leadership and operational oversight for the First Steps and The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) programs within Public Health – Seattle & King County. These programs support children and families through care coordination, screening, health promotion, and connection to medical, social, and community resources. This position supervises multidisciplinary staff delivering services in Public Health Centers, satellite clinics, and community locations throughout King County. The team is comprised of Registered Nurses, Registered Dietitians, Community Health Workers, Nutrition Assistants, Social Workers, and Administrative Support staff. This position may also supervise other disciplines and may expand their supervision to other sites. The Supervisor will have overall responsibility for the daily supervision of the team and be a key member of the site leadership team(s), working with program staff, other supervisors, and community partners.

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. To learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx.

Job Duties

Staff Supervision and Leadership

• Supervise First Steps and WIC staff, including hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, coaching, and corrective action.
• Provide clinical and operational leadership across Public Health Centers, satellite clinics, and community settings.
• Promote reflective practice, trauma-informed care, staff well-being, collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth.

Program Management and Implementation

• Plan, implement, and evaluate community health programs and services.
• Assess program needs, allocate resources, and coordinate staffing to support effective service delivery.

Quality Improvement and Evaluation

• Support strategic planning, community health planning, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Monitor quality assurance and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Client Experience and Issue Resolution

• Oversee patient satisfaction surveys and grievance processes.
• Investigate and resolve client concerns and use feedback from families and community partners to improve services.

Communication, Training, and Collaboration

• Facilitate team and community partner meetings and provide program-related presentations and training.
• Build effective relationships with staff, community organizations, and partner agencies.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned to support program and departmental goals.

Requirements

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or a master's degree in nursing science or a graduate level nursing degree of MSN, DNP or PhD from an accredited school of nursing
• Washington State Registered Nurse License in good standing
• Washington State Drivers' License in good standing
• Current BLS-CPR for Healthcare Providers
• Experience in maternal and child health, pediatric care coordination, public health, or community-based health programs.
• Demonstrated experience supervising or leading staff in a healthcare, social service, or public health setting.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), Career Service position with benefits. The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with travel to multiple service sites. This position is exempt and not eligible for overtime. Some schedule flexibility may be required to meet operational needs. This is an onsite position and telework is not permitted.

Work Locations

This position will be based at White Center Public Health located at 9942 8th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98106 but will travel to various program sites.

Union Affiliation

Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA).

Contact

Amy M. Curtis, BSN, RN, Nurse Recruitment Manager at [e-mail] with any questions.

Supplemental Information

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.

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 credentialing, pre-employment physical, and a thorough background investigation, but findings may not necessarily disqualify an applicant for employment.
• For more information on our selection process, please refer to www.kingcounty.gov/depts/health/jobs/hiring. For tips on interviewing, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/~/media/audience/employees/learning-and-development/Interview_Tips.ashx?la=en.
• 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 reach out to the contact listed on the job announcement.

Benefits

• 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

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

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.