State of Washington

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Description The Office of Capital Programs within the Finance, Technology, & Analytics Administration (FTAA), Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) has an opportunity for a design and construction professional. This is a great opportunity to support your community while working for the State of Washington. You will have meaningful project autonomy, supported by collaboration with world-class designers. A healthy work-life balance is encouraged through flexible and alternative work schedules, along with comprehensive wellness programs. This role is an excellent fit for professionals seeking purposeful work and long-term career growth. You will apply sound professional judgment to manage design agreements and construction contracts. Serving as a Public Works Contracting Officer, you will oversee all phases of project delivery, including consultant selection, design, construction, and project closeout. You will also act as a key liaison with institutional program and maintenance staff to ensure capital projects are delivered on scope, on budget, and on schedule. Projects may be located at any of the Department's hospitals, residential habilitation centers, institutions, or community facilities located across the state. Our construction projects vary in complexity and may range in cost from $25,000 to $30 million. The Finance Technology and Analytics Administration (FTAA) provide leadership in capital facilities, leased facilities, facilities maintenance and operations, financial, operational, and risk management services to support the mission and goals of the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS). By promoting sound management of all Department resources, FTAA enables the programs throughout DSHS to focus on their core, client-focused missions. We apply Lean principles and process improvement techniques to deliver more effective and efficient services. Work Schedule: This position offers flexible hybrid remote work (3 days/ week onsite at designated office and 2 days/week remote work) Some Of What You'll Do • Act as principal project manager for assigned capital projects. • Oversee the selection of architectural and engineering consultants. • Plan, facilitate, and direct all phases of assigned projects, including program development, design, and document reviews, and solicitation of bids, contract award, construction observation, project closeout, and warranty review. • Provide input representing the owner’s interest during the design phases. • Review and approve building materials and systems components. • Oversee the advertisement for bids, bid opening, and construction contract award. • Review and approve changes during construction and approve design and construction invoices for completed work. • Strive to complete assigned projects within established budgets, identified schedules, and project parameters. • Keep clients informed of capital projects, energy projects, planning efforts, and environmental or code issues. • Participate in Strategic Facilities Planning and act as a professional and a technical resource in areas such as design, construction, space use, emergency management, sustainability, land use, zoning, and environmental issues. Who Should Apply • Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field. A suitable combination of training and experience may be substituted for the degree requirement • Four years of work experience managing design and/or construction projects OR Equivalent education/experience Preferred Qualifications • Registration as an Architect or Engineer in Washington State • Strong project and capital planning expertise, with the ability to manage multiple full lifecycle public-sector projects. • Proven leadership and judgment, including the ability to build and guide diverse teams Why DSHS? • Foster an environment of diversity, equity and inclusion. We strive to hire, cultivate and retain a competitive workforce that reflects the communities we serve • Work-Life Balance -We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity • Employees (and their families) have coverage options for medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance • Opportunity to enroll in state retirement programs and a deferred compensation plan. • Paid Leave • Ability to serve the State’s most vulnerable populations. Interested? Completed applications should include the following: • Letter of interest highlighting your interest, skills, preferred Duty Station assignment • Current Resume The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security. Questions about this opportunity? Please contact reema.goyal@dshs.wa.gov and reference #00270 Supplemental Information Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle. Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security". More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs. Read About Our Benefits The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time. Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits. Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees. Retirement And Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options. Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system. Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information. Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday. Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave. Sick Leave Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave. Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. Vacation (Annual Leave) Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave. Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday. As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165. Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave. Military Leave Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave. Additional Leave Leave Sharing Parental Leave Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave Without Pay Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits. Updated 01-07-2026