Streams Program Manager (Water Quality Planner/Project Manager III)
King County
Pioneer Square, WA
Full-time
Project Management
Posted on March 23, 2023
Salary
$96,703.57 - $122,577.31 Annually
Location
Seattle - Regional area, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Department
DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks
Job Number
2023JJ18061
Division
WLRD -Water & Land Resources
Closing
4/9/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Summary
Why This Opportunity May Be Perfect for You: This is an exciting position that will support the goal of ensuring all animals and residents of King County have access to clean water. It is an opportunity to align to an environmental mission and ask critical questions about how local government can deliver outcomes that meet the needs of the communities we serve. This requires strategic thinking, the ability to work within a political landscape, and collaborations with other scientists to ensure the most timely and useful information is being delivered to decision-makers.
You will get to design new studies for contaminants of emerging concern. You will innovate and understand new and emerging chemicals in aquatic systems working with King County Toxicology and Contaminant Assessment Unit to discover where these chemicals are showing up in our waterbodies and the degree to which they are present.
You will also get to enhance our Stream Monitoring Program. With a focus on community and environmental health outcomes, you will align the long-term King County streams monitoring program with a clear purpose and vision that supports King County's Clean Water and Healthy Habitat strategic plan.
Who Are We? The Science and Technical Support Section is a unique part of King County - where scientists get to build the scientific scaffolding for policy and decision-making. The Section is a Seattle-based team of more than 40 technical staff working within the Water & Land Resources Division (WLRD) of DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks producing credible, applied science and technical guidance for the benefit of people and the environment. We lead applied studies in environmental sciences, manage monitoring programs, deliver technical services to clients and collaborators, and inform evidence-based policies and regulations. We collaborate with the other County programs, the University of Washington, the Washington Departments of Fish and Wildlife, Ecology, and Health, tribes, and many others.
The Water & Land Resources Division (WLRD) delivers a diverse portfolio of environmental services, including stormwater management, salmon recovery, flood risk management, noxious weed removal and supporting agriculture and forestry. All of these functions are supported by a top notch science section and a watershed stewardship team. This portfolio puts WLRD at the center of key initiatives launched by the county Executive, including Clean Water Healthy Habitat, and the Land Conservation Initiative. The work we do is diverse, stimulating, and at the forefront of addressing today's environmental challenges.
Who is Eligible: This position is open to all qualified applicants.
Commitment To Equity and Social Justice
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
To learn more, please visit https://kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx .
Telecommuting Requirement
The work associated with these positions will be performed predominantly by teleworking, complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (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, including the wearing of masks in some situations . King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
Job Duties
Minimum Qualifications:
Special Requirements:
Jamie Jensen-Young
Human Resource Analyst
206-263-8779
jjensenyoung@kingcounty.gov
WHY WORK FOR KING COUNTY?
King County was named "Best-in-State Employer" in the Forbes magazine 2019, ranking 16 on the list of best employers in Washington State - visit Awards given to King County to see more! King County's Investing in YOU initiative is building a workplace where ALL employees can thrive so we can become the nation's Best Run Government. Enjoy a balanced life with benefits that support you!
INTERESTED? CHECK US OUT!
http://kingcounty.gov/audience/employees/careers/why-work-here.aspx
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. 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? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our " True North ", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions related to this recruitment process, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
$96,703.57 - $122,577.31 Annually
Location
Seattle - Regional area, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Department
DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks
Job Number
2023JJ18061
Division
WLRD -Water & Land Resources
Closing
4/9/2023 11:59 PM Pacific
Summary
Why This Opportunity May Be Perfect for You: This is an exciting position that will support the goal of ensuring all animals and residents of King County have access to clean water. It is an opportunity to align to an environmental mission and ask critical questions about how local government can deliver outcomes that meet the needs of the communities we serve. This requires strategic thinking, the ability to work within a political landscape, and collaborations with other scientists to ensure the most timely and useful information is being delivered to decision-makers.
You will get to design new studies for contaminants of emerging concern. You will innovate and understand new and emerging chemicals in aquatic systems working with King County Toxicology and Contaminant Assessment Unit to discover where these chemicals are showing up in our waterbodies and the degree to which they are present.
You will also get to enhance our Stream Monitoring Program. With a focus on community and environmental health outcomes, you will align the long-term King County streams monitoring program with a clear purpose and vision that supports King County's Clean Water and Healthy Habitat strategic plan.
Who Are We? The Science and Technical Support Section is a unique part of King County - where scientists get to build the scientific scaffolding for policy and decision-making. The Section is a Seattle-based team of more than 40 technical staff working within the Water & Land Resources Division (WLRD) of DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks producing credible, applied science and technical guidance for the benefit of people and the environment. We lead applied studies in environmental sciences, manage monitoring programs, deliver technical services to clients and collaborators, and inform evidence-based policies and regulations. We collaborate with the other County programs, the University of Washington, the Washington Departments of Fish and Wildlife, Ecology, and Health, tribes, and many others.
The Water & Land Resources Division (WLRD) delivers a diverse portfolio of environmental services, including stormwater management, salmon recovery, flood risk management, noxious weed removal and supporting agriculture and forestry. All of these functions are supported by a top notch science section and a watershed stewardship team. This portfolio puts WLRD at the center of key initiatives launched by the county Executive, including Clean Water Healthy Habitat, and the Land Conservation Initiative. The work we do is diverse, stimulating, and at the forefront of addressing today's environmental challenges.
Who is Eligible: This position is open to all qualified applicants.
Commitment To Equity and Social Justice
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public outreach efforts.
To learn more, please visit https://kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx .
Telecommuting Requirement
The work associated with these positions will be performed predominantly by teleworking, complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (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, including the wearing of masks in some situations . King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
Job Duties
- Design and conduct scientific studies on local streams, to support County-wide goals of cleaner, controlled stormwater and reduced toxics and fecal contamination.
- Provide technical expertise to projects or programs focused on improving water quality.
- Collaborate with scientists and planners to detect trends, diagnose emerging issues, test ideas, guide actions, and prioritize investments that center on people to support positive environmental and human health outcomes, and help eliminate racial disparities.
- Effectively communicate scientific findings in ways that everyone can understand, including scientists, managers, community members, and elected officials.
- Participate as a Subject Matter Expert and represent the County when needed on a range of regional/local, multi-agency committees
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education or work experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in the field of Biology, Chemistry, or Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Policy and Planning, or similar.
- Experience in monitoring and/or studying freshwater stream systems.
- Demonstrated experience in study design, data collection, analysis, and interpretation focused on applied water quality research or monitoring.
- Demonstrated experience communicating technical information to non-specialists.
- Experience working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and planners.
- Demonstrated experience in design and development of water quality sampling plans and protocols.
- Project Management experience, including defining, monitoring, and controlling project scope, schedule, and budget.
- Demonstrated experience using statistical programs, such as R, to perform analysis for large datasets.
- Experience in working with large datasets including data management, data scraping, and/or data mining.
- Experience monitoring for or evaluating persistent organic chemical contaminants, preferably in aquatic environments.
- Demonstrated experience in modeling - building, running, and using the outputs.
- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Organizational Savvy: Maneuvering comfortably through complex policy, process and people-related organizational dynamics.
- Plans and Aligns: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
- Cultivates Innovation: Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
- Drives Engagement: Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve objectives.
- Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
Special Requirements:
- Valid Washington State driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to starting work if selected for this position.
- Work Location: Predominantly teleworking and the King Street Center 201 S. Jackson St., Seattle WA 98104.
- Work Schedule: This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and it is not overtime eligible . This full-time position works a 40-hour work week.
- Union Membership: This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117 .
- King County application
- Resume
- Cover Letter detailing your background and what you can bring to this position
- Responses to supplemental questions ( 250 words or less per response )
Jamie Jensen-Young
Human Resource Analyst
206-263-8779
jjensenyoung@kingcounty.gov
WHY WORK FOR KING COUNTY?
King County was named "Best-in-State Employer" in the Forbes magazine 2019, ranking 16 on the list of best employers in Washington State - visit Awards given to King County to see more! King County's Investing in YOU initiative is building a workplace where ALL employees can thrive so we can become the nation's Best Run Government. Enjoy a balanced life with benefits that support you!
INTERESTED? CHECK US OUT!
http://kingcounty.gov/audience/employees/careers/why-work-here.aspx
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. 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? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our " True North ", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions related to this recruitment process, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12paid holidays each year (plus 2 personal holidays)
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental leave, family and medical leaves, and volunteer leave
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite gyms and activity centers
- Employee giving program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails. Also, in the event of any incorrect information in this document, applicable laws, policies, rules, CBAs, or official plan documents will prevail.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.