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In order to hire and maintain a quality workforce that reflects the diversity of the community and works well within our True North values-based organization, the Permitting Division of the Department of Local Services (DLS) is accepting applications for the position of\u00a0Environmental Scientist II.<\/strong><\/p>\n The person in this role will provide advance-level technical support services to a professional ecological services group. \u00a0Primary responsibility is the investigation of sites for proposed residential or commercial development and identification of issues relating to public safety, natural resources, environmental hazards, and surface water features. \u00a0This position requires the evaluation of wetlands assessments, geotechnical reports, maps, surveys, and other documents to determine their accuracy in describing existing field conditions and involves at least fifty percent (50%) field work year-round in all weather conditions. \u00a0Emphasis will be placed on field data collection using GPS and map making using ArcView\/GIS. \u00a0This position requires a high level of organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple projects, the ability to prioritize timelines and high level of conflict resolution skills.<\/p>\n<\/dd>\n Applying\u00a0equity and social justice principles<\/u><\/a>\u00a0is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.<\/p>\n DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND\/OR LICENSES<\/strong><\/p>\n NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview on either\u00a0June 16, 2021 or June 17, 2021.<\/strong><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n WHO MAY APPLY:<\/strong> This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies for up to 6 months. \u00a0Including career service, special duty assignments, STT and TLT opportunities.<\/p>\n WORK SCHEDULE<\/strong> TEMPORARY TELECOMMUTING REQUIREMENT To support employees during this time King County has a robust collection of\u00a0tools and resources<\/u><\/a>\u00a0to support working remotely. \u00a0The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team. \u00a0King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.<\/p>\n FORMS AND MATERIALS:\u00a0<\/strong>An online employment application, resume, and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position.<\/p>\n SELECTION PROCESS:\u00a0<\/strong>Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. \u00a0Interviews will be conducted via Teams. \u00a0Reference checks and file reviews will be conducted.<\/p>\n For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:<\/p>\n <\/strong>\u00a0Theresa Reynolds UNION MEMBERSHIP:\u00a0<\/strong>This position is represented by PROTEC17.<\/p>\n Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State’s best employers.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Together, with leadership and our employees, we’re changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference?\u00a0<\/strong>Come join the team<\/u><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0dedicated to serving one of the nation’s best places to live, work and play.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n
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\nThis position is open to all qualified applicants. \u00a0First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer.<\/p>\n
\nThe work week is normally Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours and\/or on weekends. \u00a0This full-time position is overtime eligible.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>The work associated with this position will be performed\u00a0remotely<\/u><\/a>, at least through July 5, 2021 in compliance with\u00a0King County\u2019s\u00a0telecommuting mandate<\/u><\/a>. It is possible that the work will be primarily performed remotely on an ongoing basis after July 5, 2021. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. \u00a0Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. \u00a0There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a County worksite. \u00a0Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the\u00a0Public Health Directive<\/u><\/a>\u00a0from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer.<\/p>\n
\nSenior Human Resources Analyst
\n206-477-0380
\ntheresa.reynolds@kingcounty.gov<\/u><\/p>\n