Salary: $170,241.27 - $217,793.57 Annually
Location : Public Works, Human Resources and Human Services, 507 Austin Dr, Port Orchard, WA
Job Type: Full Time (40 hrs/wk)
Department: Human Services
Opening Date: 09/01/2026
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NON

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Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
'At will' and covered under the

Application Requirements

All applicants, internal and external, must submit a complete and fully detailed application. Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all minimum qualifications for the position by the posted closing date. The County uses the information provided in the application (not the résumé) to verify relevant work experience and to determine placement on the pay scale if you are selected for the position.

To be considered, your application must:

• Be fully completed, including all supplemental questions. Provide specific and detailed information showing that you have performed the duties and gained the experience required for the role. Include the total years of relevant experience, quantified based on full-time equivalency. Applications that are incomplete, lack sufficient detail, or do not clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications will be screened out and will not move forward in the hiring process. Meeting the minimum qualifications is required.

Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:

• Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
• Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
• Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration. This process is conducted in compliance with the Washington Fair Chance Act (RCW 49.94). Information received is evaluated on a case-by-case basis and will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration.

This posting may be used to fill future openings. This position is open until filled with the first review scheduled for the week of September 28, 2026.

Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.
At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.

County Paid Benefits Include:
Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO)
Dental - Delta Dental or Willamette
Vision - VSP
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL)
Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability
Voya Voluntary Insurance
Transportation incentives
Employee Assistance Program
Travel Assistance Program
Wellness program
Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: or the

*Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense

Retirement:
Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the and Social Security.

Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program

Holidays
11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year. One additional floating holiday after 10 years of service.

Vacation Leave
New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows:

Upon completion of 2 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month)
Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month)
Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month)

Sick Leave
All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next.

***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will be prorated***

Current County Employees
If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status.

NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at:
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(REQ-1) I certify that I have read the complete job classification for this position and I am able to perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

• YES
• NO

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(REQ-2) I understand that all related experience must be listed under the Work Experience section of this application and that it must include a detailed explanation of my roles and responsibilities at each relevant employer. I also understand that resumes are not rated or reviewed for minimum and preferred qualifications and that an incomplete application or lack of details will disqualify my application.(Please note: The quality and completeness of the application will be considered in determining whether applicants will move to the next phase of the screening.)

• YES
• NO

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Please indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Select the one option that best describes your education and experience.

• I hold a bachelor's or master's degree in Human Services or a closely related field, and I have At least five years of managerial or supervisory experience and Ten or more years of progressively responsible professional experience managing human services programs, grants, and contracts, including:- Application and interpretation of federal, state, and local regulations related to human services and grant-funded programs.- Public administration and government fiscal management practices, including budgeting, expenditure control, contract administration, and recordkeeping.
• I hold an Associates degree in a closely related field, and I have At least five years of managerial or supervisory experience and twelve or more years of progressively responsible professional experience managing human services programs, grants, and contracts, including:- Application and interpretation of federal, state, and local regulations related to human services and grant-funded programs.- Public administration and government fiscal management practices, including budgeting, expenditure control, contract administration, and recordkeeping.
• I have At least five years of managerial or supervisory experience and fourteen or more years of progressively responsible professional experience managing human services programs, grants, and contracts, including:- Application and interpretation of federal, state, and local regulations related to human services and grant-funded programs.- Public administration and government fiscal management practices, including budgeting, expenditure control, contract administration, and recordkeeping.
• I do not meet the qualifications for this position.

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Please describe your experience managing human services programs, grants, and contracts.In your response, include:• The types of programs you managed• The size and scope of the state/federal grants and government contracts• Your responsibilities (e.g., compliance, reporting, budgeting, monitoring, procurement)• The populations served• Key accomplishments or outcomesIf no experience, list NA
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Please describe your supervisory and management experience.In your response, include:• The number of years you have served in a supervisory or managerial role• The number and types of staff you supervised (e.g., direct reports, indirect reports, professional, administrative, contracted staff)• Your responsibilities (e.g., hiring, training, performance evaluations, corrective action, workload management, staff development)• Experience managing teams at a senior or strategic level• Key accomplishments or improvements you ledIf no experience, list NA
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Please describe your experience managing budgets.In your response, include:• The types of budgets you have managed (program, department, grant-funded, multi-year, etc.)• The size and complexity of the budgets (dollar amounts, number of funding sources)• Your responsibilities (budget development, forecasting, monitoring, compliance, reallocations, reporting)• Experience with government or grant-related budgeting requirements• Key results, improvements, or cost-saving measures you achievedIf no experience, list NA.
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