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Why It’s a Great Opportunity:\u00a0<\/strong> As a Planner 2 you will work and support our Planner 3s with a number of identified water quality projects where you will be part of a technical review team, prepare written documents, summarize data from monitoring programs, track state processes, work on writing grants and reporting on grants. \u00a0You will go out in the field looking at water quality problems in a rapidly changing field where science and policy intersect. Your work will support salmon recovery, shellfish recovery, and watershed councils throughout Pierce County. In terms of growth opportunities, the next position in this series is a senior planner. Through your time as a Planner 2 you will develop project management and planning skills under the mentorship of the senior planners. You will learn about water quality and stormwater regulations, shellfish protection districts as well as develop your community building and public education skills.<\/p>\n Some of the work you might support include:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n
\nAre you interested in helping to develop and implement plans and programs that lead to cleaner creeks, rivers and lakes in Pierce County? Would you like to help identify projects that preserve and enhance natural spaces for our community? Pierce County Surface Water Management is hiring a Water Quality Planner 2 to help develop and implement water quality and stormwater management plans, and work with community members to understand water quality and habitat issues in streams, lakes, and marine areas in Pierce County. This is a unique opportunity to make a big impact to your community and the environment.<\/p>\n
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\nWhy It’s a Great Department:\u00a0<\/strong>
\nSurface Water Management is an award-winning division recognized nationally for the work it does in floodplain management, habitat restoration, flood protection, and water quality. We are an independent, high performing group dedicated to the work we do emphasizing teamwork, continual learning and customer service. We look for creative approaches to the work we do that deliver accountable results to the residents of Pierce County.
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\nHow to be Successful in the Role:\u00a0<\/strong>
\nThe most important core competencies for this role include collaboration, organizational awareness and teamwork. We are looking for someone with strong attention to detail, communication skills and a focus on results. We want someone who is curious, loves research, and takes initiative. Someone who is accountable, customer focused and great at building relationships.
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\nYour Future in this Role:\u00a0<\/strong>
\nThe Floodplain and Watershed Services group is responsible for developing the plans and programs that ensures that water moving from Mt. Rainier to the Puget Sound is the best quality it can be. We use a collaborative approach to develop plans and programs that improve water quality, enhance and restore salmon and shellfish, and work with our partners to restore our floodplains. Your technical skills will get you through the door, but this position is for candidates who are passionate about the work they do and improving the community. It\u2019s a dynamic, changing environment that impacts the community in which you live.<\/p>\n\n