{"id":38224,"date":"2021-03-11T12:30:51","date_gmt":"2021-03-11T20:30:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=38224"},"modified":"2021-03-11T12:30:51","modified_gmt":"2021-03-11T20:30:51","slug":"job-water-quality-planner-project-manager-iv-dnrp-seattle-wa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-water-quality-planner-project-manager-iv-dnrp-seattle-wa\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Water Quality Planner\/Project Manager IV, DNRP (Seattle, WA)"},"content":{"rendered":"

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$3,817.56 – $4,838.99 Biweekly<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Location<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Seattle, WA<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs\/week<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Department<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Job Number<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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2021CB12904<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Division<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Wastewater Treatment<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Apply Here:\u00a0https:\/\/www.governmentjobs.com\/careers\/kingcounty\/jobs\/3009963\/water-quality-planner-project-manager-iv<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Closing<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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3\/24\/2021 11:59 PM Pacific<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Summary<\/dt>\n
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This position will provide specialized technical expertise and environmental planning and project management for technically, legally, and politically complex contaminated sediment projects. Primary responsibility will be on overseeing work performed on federal and state lead sediment cleanup projects associated with King County Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) outfall discharges. The position will provide oversight and management of multi-department County staff and consultant teams and will scope, plan, budget and provide technical direction for design and construction to implement the County\u2019s Sediment Management Plan. The position will also provide policy analysis and regulatory review related to impairments.<\/p>\n

Who is Eligible:\u00a0<\/strong>This position is open to all qualified King County employees in the Department Of Natural Resources and Parks. First consideration will be given to members of the Technical Employees Association.<\/p>\n

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Permanent Telecommuting Requirement<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The work associated with this position will be performed remotely on a permanent basis. \u00a0There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a County worksite.\u00a0Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Employees will be provided with a County issued\u00a0<\/span>laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet\u00a0<\/span>connection<\/span>\u00a0(access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required\u00a0<\/span>by the department in alignment with the\u00a0<\/span>Public Health Directive<\/span><\/a>\u00a0from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Job Duties<\/dt>\n
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  • \u00a0Provide specialized technical expertise on sediment cleanup and project management to the Sediment Management Program.<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Provide technical and oversight of fast-paced, high profile Superfund and Model Toxics Control Act Sediment Management projects ensuring projects comply with appropriate and relevant regulations; including scopes, budgets, and technical review of all products provided to agencies.<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Manage Department of Natural Resources & Parks staff on County sediment management projects including the preparation of sampling and analysis plans, environmental data analyses, risk assessments, and source control investigations.<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Oversee and manage consultant contracts supporting the program.<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Serve as technical expert on remedial investigations and feasibility studies of contaminated sediment sites.<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Provide policy analysis to management teams on Superfund and Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA) Sediment Management projects.<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Provide technical expertise and advice for the County Prosecuting Attorney Office regarding legal issues for Superfund and Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA) Sediment Management projects.<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Represent the Sediment Management Program on WTD capital project teams that design and construct contaminated sediment cleanup projects to ensure technically and legally defensible projects that meet the intent of the Sediment Management Plan and applicable cleanup regulations and permitting requirements.<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Develop and maintain relationships with members of other work groups within the section and with other WTD capital project team members.<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Represent the County in negotiations with agencies regarding the Lower Duwamish Waterway and East Waterway Superfund and MTCA projects.<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Coordinate and collaborate work with local, state, and federal agencies and organizations on behalf of the County.<\/li>\n
  • Conduct or oversee technical studies that advance the cleanup of contaminated sediment sites and recommend innovative methods to address challenging issues for these sites.<\/li>\n
  • \u00a0Manage multi-department County teams that support source control activities and actions that support sediment cleanup sites.<\/li>\n
  • Provide technical expertise for Wastewater Treatment Division management regarding monitoring of sediment, water and biota to evaluate the health of local waterbodies affected by CSO and wastewater effluent outfall discharges.<\/li>\n
  • Represent WTD’s interests in discussions with other agencies and tribal representatives regarding proposed projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/dd>\n
    Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills<\/dt>\n
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    • \u00a0Bachelor\u2019s degree in environmental sciences or closely related field plus increasingly responsible experience working in environmental science related field.<\/li>\n
    • \u00a0Experience working with Superfund and MTCA Sediment Management Standards regulations and permitting requirements.<\/li>\n
    • \u00a0Experience with risk assessments, remedial investigations, and feasibility studies for contaminated sediment sites.<\/li>\n
    • Knowledge of County CSO and wastewater treatment system and experience working with CSO data and sediment, water, and tissue data.<\/li>\n
    • \u00a0Experience in project management and overseeing staff and consultant teams on sediment cleanup sites and source control investigations.<\/li>\n
    • \u00a0Experience managing projects, developing budgets, and overseeing consultant contracts.<\/li>\n
    • Experience working with and negotiating project scope with state and federal agencies on Superfund and\/or MTCA sites.<\/li>\n
    • Ability to synthesize and communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.<\/li>\n
    • \u00a0Willingness and ability to lead in equity and social justice efforts, including having difficult conversations.<\/li>\n
    • \u00a0Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, peers and supervisor, including multi-disciplinary teams.<\/li>\n
    • Ability to make decisions and recommendations in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure.<\/li>\n
    • Knowledge of planning and project management techniques, principles and practices<\/li>\n
    • \u00a0Knowledge of contracting and bid-specification procedures.<\/li>\n
    • Excellent oral and written communications skills.<\/li>\n
    • \u00a0Demonstrated skill in managing multiple projects\/programs simultaneously.<\/li>\n
    • Exemplify continuous improvement in conducting assigned work and evaluating work processes.<\/li>\n
    • \u00a0Skill in reviewing and directing specialized studies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Our ideal candidate will have the following core competencies:<\/strong><\/p>\n

      Communicates Effectively –\u00a0<\/strong>Is effective in a variety of communication setting: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. Attentively listens to others. Adjusts to fit the audience and the message. Provides timely and helpful information to others across the organization. Encourages the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions.
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      \nManages Complexity<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Asks the right questions to accurately analyze situations. Acquires data from multiple and diverse sources when solving problems. Evaluates pros and cons, risks and benefits of different solution options.<\/p>\n

      Resourcefulness\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Marshals resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done. Orchestrates multiple activities simultaneously to accomplish as goal. Gets the most out of limited resources. Applies knowledge of internal structures, processes, and culture to resourcing efforts.<\/p>\n

      Values Differences \u2013\u00a0<\/strong>Seeks to understand different perspectives and cultures. Contributes to a work climate where differences are valued and supported. Applies others\u2019 diverse experiences, styles, backgrounds, and perspectives to get results. Is sensitive to cultural norms, expectations, and ways of communicating.
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      \nInterpersonal Savvy<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Relates comfortably with people across levels, functions, culture and geography. Acts with diplomacy and tact. Builds rapport in an open, friendly, and accepting way. Builds constructive relationships with people both similar and different to self. Picks up on interpersonal and group dynamics.<\/dd>\n

      Supplemental Information<\/dt>\n
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      NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • \u00a0Ability to travel throughout King and Snohomish Counties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Application and Selection Process:\u00a0Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness including online application, cover letter and resume, and responsiveness to the list of qualifications, skills, and abilities.\u00a0The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.<\/p>\n

        Applications without the following required materials may not be considered for this position.<\/p>\n

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          King County application.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Resume.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Cover Letter detailing your background and what you can bring to this position.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n

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            Responses to supplemental questions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

            Union Representation:\u00a0This position is represented by the Technical Employees Association.<\/p>\n

            For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:<\/strong><\/p>\n

            Cindy Burch
            \nSenior Human Resource Analyst
            \n206-477-5419
            \nCindy.Burch@kingcounty.gov<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":8699,"featured_media":34097,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"_s2mail":"yes"},"categories":[14,15],"tags":[4,32,33,19,7,8,9],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38224"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8699"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=38224"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38224\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":38225,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/38224\/revisions\/38225"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/34097"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=38224"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=38224"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=38224"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}