Summary * This is an internal recruitment for King County Metro Transit.* King County Metro Transit's Vehicle Maintenance Division is seeking to hire a Lead Transit Parts Specialist to fill a Special Duty Assignment through September 2025 (with the possibility of extension). We are accepting application materials from current career service Transit Parts Specialists who have passed their initial probationary period with King County. Metro is looking for leaders who exemplify safe work practices, have a collaborative work style, continuous improvement mindset, and a desire to lead Metro Trades work in a diverse and inclusive work environment. As a working lead, you'll perform the full range of responsibilities identified in the Transit Parts Specialist classification, and you will also assign, coordinate, inspect, and provide feedback on the work of Transit Parts Specialists while treating all Employees fairly, consistently, and in a respectful manner. Learn how Metro connects you with what matters Who may apply: We are currently accepting application materials from current career service Metro Transit Employees in the Transit Parts Specialist classification who have passed their initial probationary period with King County. Recruitment information: This recruitment will be used to fill one (1) Special Duty Assignment (SDA) Transits Parts Specialist-Lead vacancy at Ryerson Base, within Metro Transit's Vehicle Maintenance Supply Chain Management workgroup. This recruitment may be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates to fill future SDA Transit Parts Specialist-Lead vacancies for multiple locations that may become available within the Supply Chain Management workgroup. If created, the list would be active for up to 12 months, to be used at the discretion of the hiring authority. Forms and materials required: Applicants for this position are required to submit a letter of interest, an updated online King County application (which includes supplemental questions). More details about required application materials are listed in the Supplemental Information section below. Job Duties Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work. In addition to performing the full range of responsibilities of the Transit Parts Specialist classification, the Lead Transit Parts Specialist will also perform the following duties: * Assign and monitor work for Transit Parts Specialists who receive, inspect, store, and issue a variety of new and rebuilt parts, material, and supplies. * Train new and current personnel in required aspects of Supply Chain Management processes and safety procedures. * Assist in gathering and compiling data for surplus parts activity. * Receive, inspect, store, and issue a variety of materials, parts, and supplies. * Request stock transfer from other parts rooms for downed coaches; order special stock or supplies from outside vendors in emergency situations. * Verify shipments to ensure billing accuracy; check incoming stock against shipping documents, bills of lading, purchase orders and delivery receipts. * Use an inventory system to properly disburse parts to authorized personnel. * Maintain accurate inventory records and perform physical cycle count inventories. * Monitor work assignments to ensure work has been completed in a quality manner and inventory systems are properly maintained; ensure warehouse equipment is in safe and proper working order. * Implement continuous improvement measures. * Assist mechanics and other trade and craft employees to identify and locate needed parts. * At the direction of a chief, contribute to the development of policies for the respective work unit. * Provide feedback to supervisors on employee and teamwork performance, as well as any behavioral and attendance issues. * Coordinate with Transit Purchasing Specialists to assure adequate inventories of needed parts and equipment. * Perform other duties as assigned. Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills We are seeking candidates who possess the following minimum qualifications: * Must be currently employed as a career service Transit Parts Specialist at Metro Transit. * Knowledge of basic supply chain management purchasing procedures, applicable service standards, operating policies and regulations. * The ability to read and understand parts manuals and explain the information to others. * The ability to use information systems to answer questions from other users. * The ability to listen carefully to others with an open mind, and effectively give and receive feedback in a productive, respectful manner. * Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with supervisory staff, direct reports, maintenance personnel, and vendors. * Excellent customer service skills that model Metro Transit's commitment to service excellence. including effective follow-through and probing techniques, and the ability to establish and maintain strong working relationships. * The ability to be attentive to detail, highly organized, and use initiative to solve common problems. * Proficiency in managing multiple competing priorities, as well as planning and scheduling skills to effectively direct workgroup efforts. Problem solving and critical thinking skills to make independent decisions. * Strong oral and written communication skills to direct and/or respond to a diverse group of individuals (e.g. employees, other base leads, internals, etc.). * Skill in working with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds. * Promote and model workplace safety, and train Transit Parts Specialists to perform their duties safely. * Demonstrated proficiency with business applications, such as Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word and Outlook) and proficiency in using Vehicle Maintenance's computer software work order system (to include data entry, extraction, parts receiving, and disbursement.). Desirable qualifications include: * Experience or skill in leading others, training, and providing technical assistance. * Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to effectively manage conflicts. * The ability to teach inventory control procedures, inventory management techniques, and basic purchasing concepts to others. * Ability to lead or direct staff members in their work. * Proficiency in workload planning, scheduling, assigning, balancing, and tracking multiple projects. * Demonstrated understanding of continuous improvement principals. * Skill in facilitating creative ideas and solutions. Additional requirements: * A valid Washington State Driver License, and acceptable five-year driving record. * Employees must be able and willing to work any shift, including any combination of days off, at any location. * The ability to safely operate a forklift and other material handling/ moving equipment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: As a working Lead, this position's physical requirements match those listed for the Transit Parts Specialist classification: Requires the ability to regularly kneel, bend, squat, reach above and below waist, push and pull as well as lift and carry up to 50 pounds up to 100 feet. Occasional lifting and carrying, with assistance of items up to 100 pounds is also required. Supplemental Information 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 Emily Clark at EmClark@KingCounty.gov. Required application materials: To be considered for this position, candidates must submit the following application materials: * Submit an updated online application at www.kingcounty.gov, which includes supplemental questions. * Create and attach a letter of interest that describes why you are interested in becoming a Lead Transit Parts Specialist, and how you meet or exceed the qualifications listed in this job announcement. Note: The work history section of your application should include your current and past work experience, detailed job duties, and accurate dates of employment. We highly recommend visiting the Career Support Services website for tips and examples on how to make your application materials most effective: Career Support Services - King County. Application and Selection Process: Any applicant not meeting the requirements as outlined within this announcement will be automatically screened out of the consideration process. Supply Chain Management will review letters of interest for minimally qualified candidates and determine the final selection of candidate(s) to be hired and/or placed on an eligibility list. The selected candidate receiving a conditional offer of employment in this Special Duty Assignment will need to complete pre-employment process steps which may include a driving abstract review, and passing a King County Personnel Record Review: Work Record Calculation Criteria: * Work record calculations will be based on the employee's most recent twenty-four (24) months of full-time work history at King County Metro, at the time of offer. * Employees must have worked at least 1,200 hours in each of the last twelve (12) months. For employees that may have worked less than 1,200 hours per year due to protected leave, records will be reviewed beyond twenty-four (24) months for the equivalent amount of leave time. * Employees with an annual performance appraisal rating in the previous twenty-four (24) months lower than 3.00 (satisfactory) will not be considered for this recruitment. * Applicants with a record review totaling fifteen (15) or more points will not continue in the selection process. Points will be assigned within each of the following work record categories: Unexcused Absences: 8 points each (previous 12 months) Late Occurrences/ Misses: 3 points each (previous 180 days) Major/Serious Infractions: 15 points (previous 24 months) Minor Infractions: 5 points (previous 12 months) Suspension or decision-making leave: 10 points (previous 24 months) Work schedule: This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible. Employees typically work day shift, Monday through Friday. VM work schedules and locations are based on a seniority system and schedules are bid on once or twice a year depending on location. Employees must be able and willing to work any shift, including any combination of days off, at any location. Union Representation: This job is represented by the Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 587. Classification Code: 4112200 - This is the second of a two-level Transit Parts Specialist classification series. For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact the recruiter: Emily Clark (she/her), Senior Talent Advisor: 206.477.8373 Emclark@kingcounty.gov Forbes named King County one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. 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. Guided by our "True North", 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 are 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 lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native Americans and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. COMMITMENT TO EQUITY & SOCIAL JUSTICE As the only jurisdiction in the world 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, diverse community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that embraces the traditions of many cultures. To learn more, please visit https://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx. 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. For technical support related to your application: Contact the GovernmentJobs' applicant support team for assistance: +1 855-524-5627. Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions at Application FAQs -King County. 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: * Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members * 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: King County employees are eligible to 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. 01 Are you a current career service Transit Parts Specialist who has passed their initial probationary period with the County? * YES * NO 02 Please list your current PeopleSoft ID number, the base you are currently assigned to, and the name of the chief that you report to. We will only use this information to conduct the record review if selected for hire. 03 Do you currently possess a valid Driver's License? Please indicate if you ALSO hold a Class A or Class B CDL license, and any endorsements. Check all that apply. (5) * Valid driver's license * Class A CDL/Permit * Class B CDL/Permit * Air Brake Endorsement * Passenger Endorsement * I do not have a driver's license 04 Do you have any of the following violations on your driving record in the last five years? Select all that apply. (11) * Reckless or negligent driving * DWI/DUI - driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol * Hit and run incident * Vehicular homicide or vehicular assault * Open container violation * More than one at-fault accident * None of the above 05 In response to the previous question: List any accidents you have had in the last five years in which you were at fault, including employment-related accidents. Include the month and year of the accident, a brief description, the approximate dollar damage, whether or not there were injuries as a result of the accident, and if you were given a traffic citation. Failure to answer this question completely may result in your application not being considered further. (If no at-fault accidents, please answer "N/A") 06 I certify that the statements made by me on the application and supplemental questions are, to the best of my knowledge, true, complete and correct. I understand that any misrepresentation or material omission of fact on this or any other document required by King County may constitute grounds for rejection, or if employed by King County, for disciplinary measures, including dismissal. * Yes * No 07 If you have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, will you need accommodation in the recruitment process? This confidential information is solicited for the purposes of providing reasonable accommodation for the recruitment process only. * YES * NO 08 In case we need to speak to you on the phone, please tell us the best time of day to reach you Monday through Friday. Required Question Agency King County Address King Street Center 201 South Jackson Street Seattle, Washington, 98104 Phone 206-477-3404 Website http://www.kingcounty.gov/