Continuous Improvement Specialist I - III (Depending on Experience)

Job Posting

Closing Date To Apply : Until Filled Wage : Specialist I (Non-Exempt) : $33.00 to $50.82 Hourly Specialist II (Exempt) : $77,105.60 to $118,768.00 Annually Specialist III (Exempt) : $86,569.60 to $139,380.80 Annually Typically, selected candidates are hired at a salary rate between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

Benefits : This link below will provide you with Grant PUD's benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits. Grant PUD Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org) Grant County PUD will administer a background check as part of the hiring process.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, this position manages continuous improvement events, corrective action events and projects with varied levels of priority / risk / scope. The primary responsibility is to lead and advance assigned projects and ensure improvements and corrective actions are implemented successfully and, in a manner, consistent with the Continuous Improvement Department.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Collaborate and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels to foster a positive culture of continuous improvement and problem identification.
• Provide coaching on specific direction, recommendations and support to process owners and senior leaders in improvement and corrective action initiatives.
• Champions use of data. Analyzes and presents data that is user-friendly.
• Ensure proper documentation of project progress and status via designated department tools and resources.
• Stays current on best practices and methodologies in area of expertise.
• Identify and minimize obstacles inhibiting project progress, including technical and adaptive obstacles.
• Identify outcome metrics and other performance metrics to drive measurable results.
• Advances assigned department strategy and road map initiatives.
• Facilitate meetings with stakeholders while also providing feedback and insight.
• Completes projects / initiatives within reasonable or assigned timeframe.
• Utilizes professional and independent judgment and discretion to ensure project is successful.
• Incorporates change management principles into project.
• In this position, if needed to operate a GCPUD vehicle for business purposes, please refer to the Vehicle / Asset Usage Policy, IS-TA-POL-001.
• Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD's mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and Grant PUD / IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations.
• Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & procedures.
• Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to :
• Following all safety policies and produces.
• Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions.
• Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor.
• Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.

Specific Functions

Continuous Improvement Level I

Corrective Action Program Level I

Continuous Improvement Level II

Corrective Action Program Level II

Continuous Improvement Level III

Corrective Action Program Level III

Required Qualifications : (Education and Experience, License, and / or Certification)

Level I :

Level II :

Level III :

Preferred Qualifications : (Education and Experience, License, and / or Certification)

Level I :

Level II :