Salary : $78,486.84 - $100,171.44 Annually
Location : Fairgrounds-14405 179th Ave SE, Monroe, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-CNR7139R-SEP
Department: Dept of Conservation & Nat Resources
Division: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 09/18/2026
Closing Date: 10/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Parks & Recreation Division manages over 12,000 acres of recreational and undeveloped land throughout the county, including the Evergreen State Fair Park in Monroe, Washington.

The Project Specialist II will primarily lead the development and implementation of a sponsorship and fundraising program that supports the Evergreen State Fair Park and the broader Parks system. This position will focus on identifying, cultivating and managing sponsorship opportunities that generate revenue, strengthen community partnerships and enhance programs, events and facilities across the parks system.

In addition to the sponsorship program, the Project Specialist II may implement special projects that support the mission and vision of the Parks Department. Responsibilities may include advancing strategic initiatives, pursuing long-term funding opportunities or grants, and managing projects that benefit Snohomish County residents.

The ideal candidate will be self-directed, strategic, creative, collaborative, an excellent communicator and ambassador and excited about this role. Please be aware that this position will require occasional evening and weekend work and will be required to support the eleven days of the annual Evergreen State Fair.

Benefits
Snohomish County will be invested in your success and growth. We demonstrate this by offering a generous compensation package to our employees. Your salary is only part of your Total Compensation Package. Our benefits include prorated:

• Retirement: County employees participate in the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) administered by the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
• Medical benefits: The County offers a choice of three comprehensive medical insurance plan with low deductibles. The county's contribution to this benefit is significant.
• Sick leave: You will accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month.
• Vacation Leave: You will start out accruing 8 hours of vacation leave per month totaling 2.4 weeks of vacation in your first year. Your leave accruals increase based on your years of employment with the County.
• Holiday Pay: The County observes eleven (11) paid legal holidays per year and provides employees with two floating holidays annually.
• Other benefits include wellness, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, long term disability, and more.
• Deferred Compensation: If you choose to participate in the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP), the County will match your contributions up to 1 percent of your base monthly salary.
• Pay Increases: Each year you will be eligible for a step increase until you reach the top step.
• Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA): County employees typically receive yearly cost of living adjustments.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Career development training.

Job Duties
STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

1. Plans, develops and implements projects; identifies information required, chooses data collection methods and collects data; develops program options; prepares analysis, proposals and cost estimates; solicits departmental, stakeholder and public involvement and input.
2. Assumes lead role for one large project and/or multiple small projects as assigned; coordinates with technical staff in the planning and implementation of projects; directs the work of other staff as assigned; ensures that completed work complies with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances and grant requirements.
3. Prepares bids, requests for proposals and contracts; monitors the performance of various contractors, consultants and inter-local agreements; approves work in progress and on completion; approves billings for services received; prepares status reports as required.
4. Prepares, submits and manages various grant proposals; drafts and monitors grant award contracts; coordinates and monitors work completed by grant funded subcontractors; administers non-accounting aspects of minor grants.
5. Serves as staff representative on various interest groups; solicits support for programs from key individuals and groups; supports local groups in establishing programs; determines needs and provides promotional materials; arranges for presentations by other staff and agencies; delegates tasks and work assignments; takes minutes; coordinates the development of group policies, documents and reports.
6. Gives presentations to various groups in Snohomish County; attends meetings and participates in or leads discussions; assists in preparation of presentation materials; prepares reports.
7. When assigned to a specialized program area, provides support and guidance to environmental, infrastructure, or regulatory programs, including project facilitation, planning and reporting, implementation strategy, policy analysis, and stakeholder coordination.

STATEMENT OF OTHER DUTIES

1. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences/studies, natural resource management, public administration, or a related field; AND, one (1) year experience in work specific to the requirements of the job; OR, any combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities. A Master's degree may be substituted for one (1) year of experience. Must pass job related tests.
Additional Information

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:

• the principles and practices related to program and project areas;
• research and data collection techniques;
• current literature, trends, regulations and developments in the assigned field;
• applicable processes and best practices relevant to program objectives; project management principles and practices;
• if assigned to field-based programs, have the ability walk over uneven terrain and carry field equipment (up to 30 lbs.)
• the use of personal computers.

Ability to:

• gather, evaluate and document technical data;
• independently prepare and implement comprehensive programs and projects, including time, strategy, resource and performance management;
• read, interpret and apply legal documents and descriptions;
• synthesize research results and use these results as a basis for recommendations;
• communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
• establish and maintain effective work relationships with supervisors, peers, stakeholders, associates and the general public;
• read, interpret and apply federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing assigned duties;
• make effective group presentations;
• communicate effectively with people of all ages and from a variety of cultural, economic and ethnic backgrounds;
• manage contracts and oversee contractors;
• work with computers.

SUPERVISION
Employees in this class receive direction from a designated lead staff or administrative superior. The work is performed with considerable independence and is reviewed through meetings, periodic status reports and results obtained.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The work is performed primarily in an office environment. Depending on the assigned program area, work may also be conducted at various locations throughout the county, including community facilities, public venues, and field sites. Specific working conditions vary by assignment and may include outdoor environments, exposure to varying weather conditions, and physical demands such as walking over uneven terrain.
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Following is a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job related experience and qualifications. Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application. The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions. If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process.
A resume will not substitute for the general online application or supplemental questions; responses such as "see resume" or "see application" will not be considered.

Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be supported by your general application/work history and by your references?

• Yes
• No

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What is your highest level of education in environmental sciences/studies, natural resource management, public administration, or a related field