Engineer II - Landfill Engineering CIP and CM
King County
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Engineering
Posted on May 2, 2024
Salary
$91,457.60 - $115,939.20 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2024LA21245
Department
DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks
Division
SWD -Solid Waste
Opening Date
05/01/2024
Closing Date
5/15/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
C1 : PROTEC17-DES, DLS, DNRP
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
This Opportunity is open to current King County employees. We are not accepting external applications currently.
The Solid Waste Division Facility Engineering and Science Section, Landfill Engineering Geology and Environmental Data unit (LEGEND) is recruiting for an enthusiastic team player to serve as its Engineer II. This is a great opportunity for an individual who enjoys working with smart, talented, and diverse team members to protect the environmental health of the closed landfills and the surrounding communities. This position has a direct impact on the division's ability to monitor air and water quality and comply with Federal, State, and Local environmental regulations.
About this Role:
The primary function of this role is the review of engineering reports and providing technical support to environmental investigations of the closed landfills and in the contract management of consulting and construction services also assisting with the site engineering of all the closed landfills.
Key projects include the environmental investigations for the closed landfills. This work impacts the community and our division by completing the work necessary to stay in compliance with our post-closure maintenance permit conditions.
About the Team:
The Facility Engineering and Science Section Landfill Engineering Geology and Environmental Data unit (LEGEND) is a small, collaborative, and dedicated team motivated by our goals to improve the environmental health of our closed landfills to protect the health and safety of our neighbors. We are scientists, engineers, and geologists with experiences that are unique and instrumental in the successful maintenance and monitoring of our closed landfills.
Commitment to Equity Racial and Social Justice:
King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Operations Safety Advisor - Project Program Manager III, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity .
Apply now for a rewarding career at the Solid Waste Division of the King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks. Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities.
Job Duties:
What You Will Be Doing:
Working Conditions:
Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role will primarily work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically 1 day per quarter. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Common onsite locations include the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, 16650 228th Ave SE, Maple Valley, WA 98038, Bow Lake Recycling and Transfer Station, 18800 Orillia Rd S, Tukwila, WA 98188, and King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department's vision of Green Where We Work .
Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance of King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.
Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
Union Representation: This position is represented by PROTEC 17.
Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives, and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness, and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.
A complete application, resume, and cover letter are required. To apply, submit a Complete Application, resume, and cover letter. Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Lisa Aweeka at lisa.aweeka@kingcounty.gov
Discover More About the Solid Waste Division: Visit our website at our website at Solid Waste Division and check us out at Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube
Discover More About DNRP: Visit our website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News .
Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest.
Supplemental Information:
Forbes 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 Americans 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, 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.
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.
$91,457.60 - $115,939.20 Annually
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
Job Number
2024LA21245
Department
DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks
Division
SWD -Solid Waste
Opening Date
05/01/2024
Closing Date
5/15/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
C1 : PROTEC17-DES, DLS, DNRP
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
Summary
This Opportunity is open to current King County employees. We are not accepting external applications currently.
The Solid Waste Division Facility Engineering and Science Section, Landfill Engineering Geology and Environmental Data unit (LEGEND) is recruiting for an enthusiastic team player to serve as its Engineer II. This is a great opportunity for an individual who enjoys working with smart, talented, and diverse team members to protect the environmental health of the closed landfills and the surrounding communities. This position has a direct impact on the division's ability to monitor air and water quality and comply with Federal, State, and Local environmental regulations.
About this Role:
The primary function of this role is the review of engineering reports and providing technical support to environmental investigations of the closed landfills and in the contract management of consulting and construction services also assisting with the site engineering of all the closed landfills.
Key projects include the environmental investigations for the closed landfills. This work impacts the community and our division by completing the work necessary to stay in compliance with our post-closure maintenance permit conditions.
About the Team:
The Facility Engineering and Science Section Landfill Engineering Geology and Environmental Data unit (LEGEND) is a small, collaborative, and dedicated team motivated by our goals to improve the environmental health of our closed landfills to protect the health and safety of our neighbors. We are scientists, engineers, and geologists with experiences that are unique and instrumental in the successful maintenance and monitoring of our closed landfills.
Commitment to Equity Racial and Social Justice:
King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As an Operations Safety Advisor - Project Program Manager III, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity .
Apply now for a rewarding career at the Solid Waste Division of the King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks. Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities.
Job Duties:
What You Will Be Doing:
- Provide project management assistance to the Engineer III for the closed landfill capital improvement program projects.
- Provide technical support to the engineering group for the review of scientific and analytical reports for technical, regulatory, and non-technical audiences to summarize and convey project findings and meet regulatory compliance requirements.
- Determine consistency of remedial engineering plans and products with all appropriate industry standards, as well as local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including Solid Waste Division policies and procedures.
- Review contract plans and provisions; oversee the work of contractors daily and monitor work progress; take corrective action for non-compliance with contract requirements.
- Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, geology, hydrogeology, geochemistry, or closely related fields like earth and space sciences.
- Knowledge of project management, contract administration, budgeting, and scheduling techniques and principles.
- Experience working in the field collaboratively with Operations personnel and/or contractors.
- Applicable skills using Microsoft (MS) Project to develop schedules for public works projects.
- Ability to review and evaluate design documents, engineer's estimates, plans, and specifications for conformance with project goals and requirements.
- Ability to work effectively in a rapidly evolving work environment that requires multi-tasking, planning, and organizing work daily, responding to changing priorities and tight deadlines, and grasping and responding to complex issues quickly.
- Ability to take initiative and function independently on assigned projects, while keeping team members apprised of key issues and developments.
- Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
- Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Cultivates Innovation: Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful. Performing process improves to eliminate waste.
- Demonstrated ability to ensure work complies with applicable regulations, including reviewing and interpreting regulations, and negotiating permit and project requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively in team settings and across department lines and with senior-level managers, supervisors, technical leads, and operations staff.
- Demonstrated experience in effective communications with diverse groups of professionals, coworkers, and the general public.
- Demonstrated small projects project management experience.
Working Conditions:
Remote and Onsite Work Details: Employees in this role will primarily work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically 1 day per quarter. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Common onsite locations include the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill, 16650 228th Ave SE, Maple Valley, WA 98038, Bow Lake Recycling and Transfer Station, 18800 Orillia Rd S, Tukwila, WA 98188, and King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department's vision of Green Where We Work .
Remote Work Location Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance of King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.
Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
Union Representation: This position is represented by PROTEC 17.
Application and Selection Process: We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives, and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness, and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.
A complete application, resume, and cover letter are required. To apply, submit a Complete Application, resume, and cover letter. Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Lisa Aweeka at lisa.aweeka@kingcounty.gov
Discover More About the Solid Waste Division: Visit our website at our website at Solid Waste Division and check us out at Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube
Discover More About DNRP: Visit our website , explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments and check us out at Facebook , X (formerly Twitter) , LinkedIn , TikTok , Instagram , YouTube and Keeping King County Green News .
Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest.
Supplemental Information:
Forbes 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 Americans 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, 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 twopersonal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental,family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite 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.
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.
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