Public Works Crew Supervisor | Conservation Corps

City of Seattle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

12 paid holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

City of Seattle is seeking a SCC Supervisor to lead public work crews in projects that strengthen Seattle’s infrastructure and community spaces. You will plan, coordinate, and supervise multiple staff with a passion for public service.

The role offers front-facing leadership, opportunities to mentor participants, and collaboration with city departments. A Washington driver’s license and safety training are required where applicable.

Qualifications

• Two years of work experience in construction, grounds maintenance, streambed rehabilitation, or a closely related field, plus one year of volunteer or paid experience which required supervising special populations.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license; First Aid card and possibly pesticide license may be required later.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Work Training Enrollee (WTE) crews and volunteers in SCC work-training programs.
• Plan and implement capital and maintenance projects such as fencing, landscaping, and tree planting, ensuring crew work meets specifications.
• Coordinate SCC projects with City departments, agencies, and community groups.
• Train, evaluate, and supervise SCC participants; provide work-skills and life-skills training and refer participants to support services as needed.
• Plan and execute neighborhood cleanups and other community projects, including securing permits.
• Conduct public presentations and support outreach and promotional activities.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and oversee volunteers and WTE staff including performance evaluation and discipline.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, and project cost estimates.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Public works supervision

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Work order systems

Job description

City of Seattle is seeking a SCC Supervisor to lead public work crews in projects that strengthen Seattle’s infrastructure and community spaces. You will plan, coordinate, and supervise multiple staff with a passion for public service.

The role offers front-facing leadership, opportunities to mentor participants, and collaboration with city departments. A Washington driver’s license and safety training are required where applicable.