Asset Management Systems Administrator/Engineer

Why it's a great opportunity: Pierce County is looking to hire an Asset Management Specialist 4 for the Sewer Maintenance and Operations team. In this dynamic, supervisory role you will serve as a strategic, cross-functional technical lead responsible for administering, enhancing, and safeguarding the Sewer Division’s computerized maintenance management system and its related integrations. You will configure and refine the Infor CMMS, maintain reliable data connections with systems such as Workday, SCADA, and Hach WIMS, and ensure system functionality aligns with operational needs. Your analytical expertise will support the creation of SQL-based reports, data dashboards, and workflow tools that strengthen preventative maintenance planning, performance monitoring, budgeting, and long-term asset lifecycle decisions.

You will collaborate closely with IT, vendors, and division leadership to uphold data integrity, support integration requirements, and ensure system reliability. Leveraging advanced proficiency in SQL, SQL Server Management Studio, Power BI, and related platforms, you will translate operational and infrastructure data into actionable insights. You will also provide technical guidance, training, and day-to-day support to Asset Management Specialist staff, helping ensure consistent, high-quality use of the division’s asset management systems. 

Why it's a great department: PPW stewards a healthy and vibrant community by collaboratively planning and investing in our people, infrastructure, systems, and policies. PPW’s team has more than 800 members that collaborate, innovate and inspire in performing essential services to the community. The department is responsible for the County road and levee systems, sewer systems, airports, ferries, building permits, environmental review, sustainability, community planning, and code enforcement - just to name a few!
  
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How to be successful in the role: The Pierce County Sewer Operation and Maintenance section operates with a business-focused mindset. Your success will come from administering the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and working closely with a small team to develop critical operational dashboards and reports. Success in this position requires drive and ambition to solve complex problems using innovative ideas and new approaches. It also demands strong attention to detail, solid forecasting skills, and a clear understanding of how your team’s work supports broader organizational goals. Your emphasis on cross-functional, in-person collaboration with internal stakeholders lays the foundation for optimizing system functionality and driving long-term operational success.

Your future in this role: You will have access to professional development through robust online learning and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success. This position has multiple career growth and promotional opportunities in Pierce County to build on a great career while directly impacting the communities in Pierce County.

Core daily responsibilities:

• Design, develop, guide, and manage the implementation of infrastructure asset management programs including the development of concepts, procedures, guidelines, analytical methods, business methods, decision making systems, and data collection methods. 
• Administer an operational division’s asset management program with a lowest life-cycle cost approach. 
• Plan work to be accomplished, set program goals, and prepare preliminary budget information. 
• Supervise and coordinate activities of a designated unit; determine work procedures, prepare work schedules and determine methods for expediting workflow; assign, review and approve the work of subordinate staff. 
• Provide technical expertise and assistance to subordinates and other department staff regarding policies, procedures and methods related to asset management. 
• Review and provide quality control for the reports, products, and practices produced by subordinates, if applicable. 
• Oversee the work of contractors used for the development, improvement, and/or implementation of asset management systems. 
• Perform technical research as related to specific programs or systems and presents findings in verbal or written format to superiors, co-workers or the general public. 
• Convey technical information to others and lead technical meetings with engineering, maintenance, operations, administrative, and planning staff.

A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here.

• Additional education or experience may substitute for the required education.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience, including one year as an Asset Management Specialist 3 or equivalent classification and one year as a lead worker or supervisor, AND
• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, engineering, geography or closely related field.
• A valid driver’s license is required of the position.
• A resume and cover letter are required for this position. 

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.

To be considered for this opportunity please:

• Complete and submit a detailed online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting “APPLY” above or visiting www.piercecountywa.gov/jobs.
• If you have questions about this opportunity, email the Recruitment Team at [email protected] and include the job number and title.
• Individuals who need accommodation in the application or interview process may contact Human Resources at (253) 798-7480 at least two days prior to the need.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

Our Recruitment Practices: This is a competitive and meritorious selection process. Pierce County applications are reviewed by human hiring staff in accordance with the qualifications listed for the position. Pierce County understands applicants may use AI tools when preparing application materials. We recognize these tools can make the process easier; however, we ask that everything you submit genuinely reflects your own experience, skills, knowledge, and writing style.

During the interview process, you may be asked to demonstrate your skills, including writing and subject knowledge, and to speak to your experience in your own voice. Applicants should be prepared to respond to interview questions without relying on AI-generated responses or reading prepared answers from a screen. Any misrepresentation may result in disqualification or separation.

Applicants whose qualifications most closely align with the County’s needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status typically occurs within two to three weeks after the closing date. Some applicants may receive short notice to participate in additional selection steps, which may include assessments, phone screens, or interviews.

Upon offer, compensation is based on a range of job-related factors, including the requirements of the role, your skills and experience, and internal pay equity.

Our Welcoming Workplace Commitment: Pierce County is committed to fostering a Welcoming Workplace where employees are supported, respected, and able to thrive. We believe a strong public workforce is representative of the community it serves and that fair and just access to opportunity strengthens public service.

Guided by the County Executive’s Forward Together mission, Pierce County works to build communities that are safe, welcoming, and connected. This same commitment shapes how we recruit, develop, and retain our employees. County employees make a direct and visible impact in the lives of residents every day, and we invite you to join us in helping keep Pierce County a place people are proud to call home.