Job Summary
The City of Bellevue is a dynamic, international and multicultural, future-focused, diversity-driven, high-performing city. The city invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. We build on our commonalities and our differences. Bellevue is noted for its diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. Livability.com ranked Bellevue number 14 on its 2015 Top 100 Best Places to Live.
As Bellevue has shifted from a small suburb to a burgeoning city, there has been a necessary increase in work, focus, policy development, and regional collaboration on human services, as the portion of our population who are homeless, low- or moderate-income, and facing other crises requiring human services support has multiplied. Bellevue’s role in human services is defined as planner, funder, and convener to ensure that the basic survival needs of residents are met, support systems are in place, and that low- and moderate-income people are provided opportunities to succeed.
This position is responsible for managing the Human Services Division in developing and implementing city-wide and region-wide human service plans. This requires collaboration with other city departments, the Human Services Commission, regional jurisdictions, and the public. Responsible for supervising, assigning, leading, motivating, and reviewing the work of up to 9 staff, including human services planners and coordinators, contract coordinator, administrative staff, and a home repair specialist. Oversees more than an average of $10 million per year in human services contracts. Performs advanced research, analysis, interpretation, and development of plans and policies related to the mission of the Human Services Division. Provides strategic thinking on a regional perspective in support of the department’s and city’s human services work.
If you have a passion for your community and want to make a positive impact, then join us as our Human Services Manager.
**This position was reposted on 11/22/21.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides strategic guidance and expertise to the city’s work on Human Services, including data research and analysis, cross-departmental collaboration, regional collaboration with other jurisdictions (Eastside providers, King County, King County Regional Homelessness Authority) and regional human services providers (e.g., shelters, food providers, behavioral health providers). This includes:
Providing vision, leadership, and direction in the development of short- and long-range plans for human services.
Coordinating division activities with other departments, jurisdictions and agencies as needed.
Providing professional planning and human services advice to supervisors and other officials.
Oversees a team of professional staff who monitor and provide technical assistance for more than $10m in contracts, are responsible for the Bellevue Human Services Needs Assessment, oversee CDBG funds as the only Eastside entitlement city, oversee the pooled contracts for the majority of Eastside jurisdictions, and operate the only Eastside Home Repair Program. Staff also serve on cross-departmental and regional teams providing subject matter expertise. This includes:
Determining work procedures, preparing work schedules, and expediting workflow.
Studying and standardizing procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Managing and supervising human services activities to achieve goals within available resources.
Planning and organizing workloads and staff assignments.
Hiring, training, motivating, and evaluating assigned staff.
Reviewing progress and directing changes as needed.
Assuring effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Issuing written and oral instructions.
Assigning duties and examines work for accuracy, neatness, and conformance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
Developing guidelines and standards for staff.
Conducting performance reviews and mentoring staff.
Being accountable for all projects reviewed and approved and other work performed by team members.
Public engagement and presentations, occurring during the day and evening, including to the Human Services Commission, Public Hearings, and City Council. This includes:
Making private and public presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups, and the general public, and participates in regional forums.
Communicating official plans, policies, and procedures to staff and the general public.
Oversees and manages a budget that contains both internal spending and more than an average of $10m per year in external contracts that impact the entire region. This includes:
Preparing annual budget requests.
Assuring that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within timeline/budget.
Performing cost control activities, monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control and prepares annual budget requests.
Ensuring effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Systemic Equity review and improvements: works internally and regionally to assess practices, policies, and funding related to human services to ensure equity and anti-racism are centered. This includes:
Meeting with regional partners including jurisdictions and providers to review funding processes and policies
Facilitating cross-jurisdiction training for Human Services Commission on equity and funding with equity.
Data Gathering, Analysis and Policy Recommendations: division conducts Bellevue’s Human Services Needs Assessment, provides recommendations to Council, CMO and other departments on human services policy decisions and strategy. This includes:
Gathering, interpreting, and preparing data for studies, reports, and recommendations.
Compiling and analyzing demographic data, service outputs, and service outcome data.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Works under the general supervision of Assistant Director of Parks and Community Services.
Exercises supervision over Human Services Staff either directly or through subordinate supervisors, as assigned.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of federal, state, county and local human/social service organizations, programs and services, funding sources and applicable laws and regulations.
Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration.
Knowledge of principles and practices of program planning and evaluation. Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and personnel administration. Ability to evaluate program performance(s) in relation to human service needs.
Ability to develop human service plans and strategy documents.
Ability to communicate orally in the English language with customers, clients, and the public using a telephone, and in group and face-to-face, one-to-one settings.
Ability to produce planning and other documents written in the English language using proper sentence structure, punctuation, grammar, and spelling.
Ability to comprehend, analyze and make inferences from written material. Ability to perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others.
Ability to observe, compare or monitor data to determine compliance with contractual requirements.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Ability to review or check the work products of others to ensure conformance to standards.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in public administration, social work, social/human sciences, or other related field. Master’s degree in social work or related field preferred.
5 years experience directing or leading staff. 10+ years preferred.
Five or more years of progressively responsible related experience in the management of community and social services. 10+ years preferred.
Knowledge and experience of human service funding processes, including experience with federal funds.
Demonstrated commitment to equitable and anti-racist practices in human services, and expertise in leading others in equitable anti-racist practices and systems change.
Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Other
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office and moderately loud when in the field.
For further information about this position, please contact Toni Esparza via email at tesparza@bellevuewa.gov or at 425-452-5379 . For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and being a part of the community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table, embrace the values of honesty, accountability and commitment to service, and take pride in the work they do. You'll work in an environment where being innovative, collaborative, and future focused are the status quo. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exiting place to work, live, and explore. Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838. Bellevue is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to the health and safety of its employees. The work associated with this position may be performed remotely, either full-time or part-time, in compliance with the Governor's Safe Start guidance and the department's telework agreement. There may be situations where the employee is required to physically report to city facilities. Employees reporting to work onsite need to follow safety precautions and procedures as required by the city. ** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**
Nov 22, 2021
Full time
Job Summary
The City of Bellevue is a dynamic, international and multicultural, future-focused, diversity-driven, high-performing city. The city invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. We build on our commonalities and our differences. Bellevue is noted for its diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. Livability.com ranked Bellevue number 14 on its 2015 Top 100 Best Places to Live.
As Bellevue has shifted from a small suburb to a burgeoning city, there has been a necessary increase in work, focus, policy development, and regional collaboration on human services, as the portion of our population who are homeless, low- or moderate-income, and facing other crises requiring human services support has multiplied. Bellevue’s role in human services is defined as planner, funder, and convener to ensure that the basic survival needs of residents are met, support systems are in place, and that low- and moderate-income people are provided opportunities to succeed.
This position is responsible for managing the Human Services Division in developing and implementing city-wide and region-wide human service plans. This requires collaboration with other city departments, the Human Services Commission, regional jurisdictions, and the public. Responsible for supervising, assigning, leading, motivating, and reviewing the work of up to 9 staff, including human services planners and coordinators, contract coordinator, administrative staff, and a home repair specialist. Oversees more than an average of $10 million per year in human services contracts. Performs advanced research, analysis, interpretation, and development of plans and policies related to the mission of the Human Services Division. Provides strategic thinking on a regional perspective in support of the department’s and city’s human services work.
If you have a passion for your community and want to make a positive impact, then join us as our Human Services Manager.
**This position was reposted on 11/22/21.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provides strategic guidance and expertise to the city’s work on Human Services, including data research and analysis, cross-departmental collaboration, regional collaboration with other jurisdictions (Eastside providers, King County, King County Regional Homelessness Authority) and regional human services providers (e.g., shelters, food providers, behavioral health providers). This includes:
Providing vision, leadership, and direction in the development of short- and long-range plans for human services.
Coordinating division activities with other departments, jurisdictions and agencies as needed.
Providing professional planning and human services advice to supervisors and other officials.
Oversees a team of professional staff who monitor and provide technical assistance for more than $10m in contracts, are responsible for the Bellevue Human Services Needs Assessment, oversee CDBG funds as the only Eastside entitlement city, oversee the pooled contracts for the majority of Eastside jurisdictions, and operate the only Eastside Home Repair Program. Staff also serve on cross-departmental and regional teams providing subject matter expertise. This includes:
Determining work procedures, preparing work schedules, and expediting workflow.
Studying and standardizing procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.
Managing and supervising human services activities to achieve goals within available resources.
Planning and organizing workloads and staff assignments.
Hiring, training, motivating, and evaluating assigned staff.
Reviewing progress and directing changes as needed.
Assuring effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Issuing written and oral instructions.
Assigning duties and examines work for accuracy, neatness, and conformance with regulations, policies, and procedures.
Developing guidelines and standards for staff.
Conducting performance reviews and mentoring staff.
Being accountable for all projects reviewed and approved and other work performed by team members.
Public engagement and presentations, occurring during the day and evening, including to the Human Services Commission, Public Hearings, and City Council. This includes:
Making private and public presentations to supervisors, boards, commissions, civic groups, and the general public, and participates in regional forums.
Communicating official plans, policies, and procedures to staff and the general public.
Oversees and manages a budget that contains both internal spending and more than an average of $10m per year in external contracts that impact the entire region. This includes:
Preparing annual budget requests.
Assuring that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within timeline/budget.
Performing cost control activities, monitors revenues and expenditures in assigned area to assure sound fiscal control and prepares annual budget requests.
Ensuring effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Systemic Equity review and improvements: works internally and regionally to assess practices, policies, and funding related to human services to ensure equity and anti-racism are centered. This includes:
Meeting with regional partners including jurisdictions and providers to review funding processes and policies
Facilitating cross-jurisdiction training for Human Services Commission on equity and funding with equity.
Data Gathering, Analysis and Policy Recommendations: division conducts Bellevue’s Human Services Needs Assessment, provides recommendations to Council, CMO and other departments on human services policy decisions and strategy. This includes:
Gathering, interpreting, and preparing data for studies, reports, and recommendations.
Compiling and analyzing demographic data, service outputs, and service outcome data.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Works under the general supervision of Assistant Director of Parks and Community Services.
Exercises supervision over Human Services Staff either directly or through subordinate supervisors, as assigned.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of federal, state, county and local human/social service organizations, programs and services, funding sources and applicable laws and regulations.
Knowledge of principles and practices of public administration.
Knowledge of principles and practices of program planning and evaluation. Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and personnel administration. Ability to evaluate program performance(s) in relation to human service needs.
Ability to develop human service plans and strategy documents.
Ability to communicate orally in the English language with customers, clients, and the public using a telephone, and in group and face-to-face, one-to-one settings.
Ability to produce planning and other documents written in the English language using proper sentence structure, punctuation, grammar, and spelling.
Ability to comprehend, analyze and make inferences from written material. Ability to perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others.
Ability to observe, compare or monitor data to determine compliance with contractual requirements.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Ability to review or check the work products of others to ensure conformance to standards.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in public administration, social work, social/human sciences, or other related field. Master’s degree in social work or related field preferred.
5 years experience directing or leading staff. 10+ years preferred.
Five or more years of progressively responsible related experience in the management of community and social services. 10+ years preferred.
Knowledge and experience of human service funding processes, including experience with federal funds.
Demonstrated commitment to equitable and anti-racist practices in human services, and expertise in leading others in equitable anti-racist practices and systems change.
Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Other
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office and moderately loud when in the field.
For further information about this position, please contact Toni Esparza via email at tesparza@bellevuewa.gov or at 425-452-5379 . For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and being a part of the community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table, embrace the values of honesty, accountability and commitment to service, and take pride in the work they do. You'll work in an environment where being innovative, collaborative, and future focused are the status quo. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exiting place to work, live, and explore. Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838. Bellevue is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to the health and safety of its employees. The work associated with this position may be performed remotely, either full-time or part-time, in compliance with the Governor's Safe Start guidance and the department's telework agreement. There may be situations where the employee is required to physically report to city facilities. Employees reporting to work onsite need to follow safety precautions and procedures as required by the city. ** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**
Job Summary
The City of Bellevue Transportation Department is seeking a motivated leader to fill our Smart Mobility Manager position to provide direction and leadership for the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS)/Smart Mobility Division within our Transportation Department. You will have the opportunity to lead an innovative team that works to use the latest industry technology to operate the streets of Bellevue and advance new mobility technology in our city.
Reporting to an Assistant Transportation Director in the Mobility Management workgroup, you will serve on the Assistant Director’s Management Team. Through this management team you will help support the rapid growth of Bellevue through operations of the City’s signal system and integration of supporting mobility technologies. This work includes adaptive traffic signal system management, traffic data program management, Smart Mobility Plan (Download PDF reader) implementation, citywide fiber optic communication system management, traffic simulation oversight, new mobility partnership coordination and traffic management center operations.
The City of Bellevue is a dynamic, multicultural, future-focused, high performing City. We offer a robust benefits package, an eco-friendly work environment and state-of-the-art technology. The City invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. Bellevue is noted for its diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manages the ITS/Smart Mobility program including traffic data management, citywide fiber optic communications, a complex adaptive signal system and the transportation management center.
Leads implementation of the initiatives developed in the Smart Mobility Plan.
Coordinates pursuit of public/private partnerships to advance deployment of new mobility technology (autonomous, electric, connected and shared vehicles) in Bellevue.
Sets the strategic direction for the ITS/Smart Mobility program. Manages routine updates of the Smart Mobility Plan.
Establishes and monitors program scope, schedules and budget; defines the program goals, priorities, policies and procedures for program execution; identifies and addresses concerns that may pose technical, schedule or financial risks to projects.
Supervises the work of engineering staff, project teams and others; provides guidance, mentoring and evaluates performance.
Defines and implements standards, guidelines and performance goals for complex and highly technical smart mobility and traffic signal system projects.
Defines the level of traffic operational support for staff during special events, emergencies and routine daily operations.
Oversees the staff that ensures traffic signal operations meets applicable federal, state and city standards and codes.
Collaborates with other divisions, departments and outside agencies.
Responds to complex and politically sensitive customer inquiries and issues; provides technical expertise to resolve issues.
Makes presentations to a wide variety of audiences from Council to the public. Leads responses to traffic related media inquiries including on-camera and radio interviews.
Attends weekly manager's meeting with the workgroup assistant directors and peer Mobility Management division managers. Coordinate with other division mangers to ensure effective and informed decision making and communication on department issues.
Assigns questions and concerns from residents, outside agencies and the general public regarding traffic control facilities and day to day traffic operations. Ensures requests are prioritized and tracked. Modifies staff responses as needed and leads higher profile or politically sensitive responses.
Develops budget proposals for various staff and programs. Answers budget inquiries from budget reviewers, management and the public. Develops and track performance measures for all programs and functions. Participates with Assistant Director in budget monitoring and implements direction on budget adjustments during the fiscal year.
Assists in the development of work plans to ensure coordination between engineering and our operations and maintenance division.
Serves as the expert witness on the operation of the traffic systems in matters of litigation. Assists in defending the City against tort liability lawsuits relating to traffic operations.
Mentors, develops and evaluates staff.
Maintains regular contact with consulting engineers; construction project engineers; city, state and federal agencies; professional and technical groups; and the general public regarding smart mobility activities and traffic signal operations.
Establishes and maintains a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity and teamwork.
Coordinates with Information Technology Department in the operation and maintenance of the city’s fiber optic network.
Oversees staff performing traffic operational analyses using Synchro and SimTraffic and supports review of analysis performed by consultants using tools such as Synchro, Vissim and Sidra.
Supervision Received and Exercised
Works under the general supervision of a Transportation Department Assistant Director.
Exercises supervision over three senior engineers and one engineering technician.
Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate technical information in non-technical, understandable ways.
Ability to present information to a wide variety of audiences including Council, the public and staff.
Ability to negotiate effectively with employees, other business units and departments, outside agencies, consultants, contractors and the general public.
Ability to plan, organize and monitor the work and activities of self and direct reports.
Ability to plan, organize and monitor activities according to priorities, established schedules and deadlines.
Ability to provide leadership, coaching, motivation and constructive performance reviews to staff, securing their respective commitments to the department's vision.
Ability to take general direction from assistant director or director and implement that direction through division resources.
Considerable knowledge of applicable City policies, laws and regulations affecting department activities.
Knowledge of Vision Zero initiatives.
Ability to use a computer and effectively navigate Microsoft Office Suite, engineering applications and data management software in performing essential duties.
Understanding of traffic signal operations including the use of operational tools such as data collection technologies and traffic surveillance cameras.
Understanding of new mobility technologies such as electric, connected, shared and autonomous vehicles.
Understanding of traffic analysis and simulation.
Experience with fiber optic design and traffic signal communication systems.
Education and Experience Requirements
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or related technical field.
Eight years of progressively responsible and related experience in transportation engineering and project management; two years of experience supervising, and/or leading staff or teams preferred.
Washington State Driver's License required or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Professional Engineering license desired.
Other
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field.
For more information, call Chris Long at 425-452-6013 or via email at clong@bellevuewa.gov. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627. The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or bellevuehr@bellevuewa.gov . If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
Nov 05, 2021
Full time
Job Summary
The City of Bellevue Transportation Department is seeking a motivated leader to fill our Smart Mobility Manager position to provide direction and leadership for the Intelligent Transportation System (ITS)/Smart Mobility Division within our Transportation Department. You will have the opportunity to lead an innovative team that works to use the latest industry technology to operate the streets of Bellevue and advance new mobility technology in our city.
Reporting to an Assistant Transportation Director in the Mobility Management workgroup, you will serve on the Assistant Director’s Management Team. Through this management team you will help support the rapid growth of Bellevue through operations of the City’s signal system and integration of supporting mobility technologies. This work includes adaptive traffic signal system management, traffic data program management, Smart Mobility Plan (Download PDF reader) implementation, citywide fiber optic communication system management, traffic simulation oversight, new mobility partnership coordination and traffic management center operations.
The City of Bellevue is a dynamic, multicultural, future-focused, high performing City. We offer a robust benefits package, an eco-friendly work environment and state-of-the-art technology. The City invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. Bellevue is noted for its diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manages the ITS/Smart Mobility program including traffic data management, citywide fiber optic communications, a complex adaptive signal system and the transportation management center.
Leads implementation of the initiatives developed in the Smart Mobility Plan.
Coordinates pursuit of public/private partnerships to advance deployment of new mobility technology (autonomous, electric, connected and shared vehicles) in Bellevue.
Sets the strategic direction for the ITS/Smart Mobility program. Manages routine updates of the Smart Mobility Plan.
Establishes and monitors program scope, schedules and budget; defines the program goals, priorities, policies and procedures for program execution; identifies and addresses concerns that may pose technical, schedule or financial risks to projects.
Supervises the work of engineering staff, project teams and others; provides guidance, mentoring and evaluates performance.
Defines and implements standards, guidelines and performance goals for complex and highly technical smart mobility and traffic signal system projects.
Defines the level of traffic operational support for staff during special events, emergencies and routine daily operations.
Oversees the staff that ensures traffic signal operations meets applicable federal, state and city standards and codes.
Collaborates with other divisions, departments and outside agencies.
Responds to complex and politically sensitive customer inquiries and issues; provides technical expertise to resolve issues.
Makes presentations to a wide variety of audiences from Council to the public. Leads responses to traffic related media inquiries including on-camera and radio interviews.
Attends weekly manager's meeting with the workgroup assistant directors and peer Mobility Management division managers. Coordinate with other division mangers to ensure effective and informed decision making and communication on department issues.
Assigns questions and concerns from residents, outside agencies and the general public regarding traffic control facilities and day to day traffic operations. Ensures requests are prioritized and tracked. Modifies staff responses as needed and leads higher profile or politically sensitive responses.
Develops budget proposals for various staff and programs. Answers budget inquiries from budget reviewers, management and the public. Develops and track performance measures for all programs and functions. Participates with Assistant Director in budget monitoring and implements direction on budget adjustments during the fiscal year.
Assists in the development of work plans to ensure coordination between engineering and our operations and maintenance division.
Serves as the expert witness on the operation of the traffic systems in matters of litigation. Assists in defending the City against tort liability lawsuits relating to traffic operations.
Mentors, develops and evaluates staff.
Maintains regular contact with consulting engineers; construction project engineers; city, state and federal agencies; professional and technical groups; and the general public regarding smart mobility activities and traffic signal operations.
Establishes and maintains a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity and teamwork.
Coordinates with Information Technology Department in the operation and maintenance of the city’s fiber optic network.
Oversees staff performing traffic operational analyses using Synchro and SimTraffic and supports review of analysis performed by consultants using tools such as Synchro, Vissim and Sidra.
Supervision Received and Exercised
Works under the general supervision of a Transportation Department Assistant Director.
Exercises supervision over three senior engineers and one engineering technician.
Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate technical information in non-technical, understandable ways.
Ability to present information to a wide variety of audiences including Council, the public and staff.
Ability to negotiate effectively with employees, other business units and departments, outside agencies, consultants, contractors and the general public.
Ability to plan, organize and monitor the work and activities of self and direct reports.
Ability to plan, organize and monitor activities according to priorities, established schedules and deadlines.
Ability to provide leadership, coaching, motivation and constructive performance reviews to staff, securing their respective commitments to the department's vision.
Ability to take general direction from assistant director or director and implement that direction through division resources.
Considerable knowledge of applicable City policies, laws and regulations affecting department activities.
Knowledge of Vision Zero initiatives.
Ability to use a computer and effectively navigate Microsoft Office Suite, engineering applications and data management software in performing essential duties.
Understanding of traffic signal operations including the use of operational tools such as data collection technologies and traffic surveillance cameras.
Understanding of new mobility technologies such as electric, connected, shared and autonomous vehicles.
Understanding of traffic analysis and simulation.
Experience with fiber optic design and traffic signal communication systems.
Education and Experience Requirements
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or related technical field.
Eight years of progressively responsible and related experience in transportation engineering and project management; two years of experience supervising, and/or leading staff or teams preferred.
Washington State Driver's License required or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Professional Engineering license desired.
Other
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field.
For more information, call Chris Long at 425-452-6013 or via email at clong@bellevuewa.gov. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627. The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or bellevuehr@bellevuewa.gov . If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
Job Summary
Did you know Bellevue currently operates and maintains 215 traffic signals? The traffic Operations Mobility group is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of the transportation system. This group consists of signal technicians, street maintenance workers, plan reviewers, and traffic engineers. We are looking for a Crew Chief that is self-motivated and team-oriented to join our team. You will be responsible for repair, maintenance, and inspection of traffic signals, street lighting systems, and pedestrian signals. As the Tr ansportation, Traffic Signals and Lighting Electrician Working Chief: Manages the day-to-day work activities associated with repair and installation of traffic signal display and street lighting system. Develops policies, procedures, maintains record keeping system and implements short and long range programs for the repair and maintenance of the traffic signal display system and street lighting system. Develops plans, specifications, and agreements for hiring contractors as needed when scope of work is beyond the capabilities of the traffic signal shop. **If you possess a Journeyman Electrician Certificate (EL01) and four years of experience as a journey level electrician you may be eligible for an additional 2.5%.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Personnel management, including participation in hiring, monitoring, scheduling vacations, writing of performance reviews, and documenting performance issues and identifying training needs. This does not, however, include resolution of grievances.
Directs and reviews the program work plan; assigns work activities and projects; monitors workflow.
Ensuring compliance with city, county, state, and federal regulations.
Maintains a clean, safe work environment.
Monitors and assigns work order (Maximo) records.
Scopes out projects before assigning to crews.
Enter service work requests and physical infrastructure information into maintenance. management system.
Coordinates schedules and assigns work orders supplies and tools.
Participates in plan and project review.
Responds to and resolves citizen and customer complaints.
Analyze and diagnose problems and performs repairs as required.
Assist Engineers with plan reviews, material submittals attend pre-construction meetings.
Coordinate staff activities with other divisions and departments.
Program management; planning, scheduling, assigning, and monitoring workflow.
Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
Leadership problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
Ensures that performance measures and standards for program(s) and projects are met; monitors performance; guides staff in adjusting program administration and strategy to ensure that standards are achieved.
Ability to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis.
All City personnel have a duty to report when emergencies impact the health, safety, and/or mobility of City residents.
Qualifications
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of electrical circuitry, Traffic Signal, ITS and Street lighting systems.
Knowledge of National Electrical Code, Washington State Administrative Code and ability to learn City of Bellevue Standard plans and Specifications.
Ability to effectively plan, assign, direct and evaluate the work of staff; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, Engineers, Designers other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, and other City staff.
Ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate problems and provide practical, cost-effective solutions; ability to juggle multiple priorities.
Ability to plan, organize, and monitor the work and activities of self and direct reports; ability to plan, organize, and monitor activities according to priorities, established schedules, and deadlines.
Ability to read blueprints, maps, and as-built drawings.
Ability to communicate and express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing .
Ability to provide counsel, leadership, training, motivation, engagement among staff with strong communication, and organizational skills sufficient to manage self and others.
Ability in using a personal computer, engineering applications, and data management software in performing duties.
Ability to work with numerous interruptions.
Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines for staff.
Ability to perform hands-on work in the field individually and with staff.
Ability to become emergency standby qualified and serve on a scheduled rotation among other standby qualified personnel.
Excellent customer service skills both internal and external.
An ability to operate specialty truck and/or trailer combinations, a wide variety of hand- and power-operated tools, and electronic test gear.
Working knowledge of construction and project management; scheduling crews, time estimating of work and staffing levels.
Education, Experience, and Other Requirements:
Five years' experience as Traffic Signal Electrician or has the qualifications as a journey level electrician. Or Four years of experience as a journey level electrician.
EL01 certificate preferred but is not required.
Possession of a current, valid Washington State driver's license and a good safety and driving record.
Possession of an IMSA Level II Certification as a Signal Electrician, or the ability to obtain within 1 year.
Possession of a Washington State Traffic Control Flaggers Card, or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
A Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) certification is preferred not required.
Must have or be able to obtain a Washington State Class B Commercial Driver's License and valid medical card, within 1 year of employment.
Selected candidates must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test (consistent with Federal Laws requiring drug and alcohol testing of all job classifications requiring a CDL).
In-house applicants who do not currently possess a CDL will be subject to the pre-employment drug and alcohol test in accordance with DOT rules and regulations.
May be required to pass a criminal background check upon hire.
Other
Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, listening, using hands to; handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color differentiation, and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and /or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field.
Work may routinely require the employee to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl in all types of weather.
The work environment is in the field in all weather conditions and in streets open to traffic. Work may routinely require the employee to work in bucket trucks at heights of 57 feet or greater and work on street light systems of up to 240 volts.
The employee may be required to work in outside weather conditions, in wet and/or humid conditions, in high precarious places, near moving mechanical parts and traffic, near fumes, airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic hazardous chemical, or near risk of electrical shock and/or vibration. Employee must understand and use appropriate PPE as needed.
This is a full time, union IBEW-77 position and is located at the Bellevue Service Center.
For further information about this position, please contact Brian Breeden via email at BBreeden@bellevuewa.gov or at 425-452-4104. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The five essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: exceptional public service, stewardship, committee to employees, integrity, and innovation. You'll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.
Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838. All new hires will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire and the city is not able to sponsor work visas.
In an ongoing effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and our commitment to the health and safety of our employees, some positions at the City of Bellevue may be performed remotely on a part- or full-time basis temporarily, in compliance with the Governor’s Safe Start guidance and department’s telework agreement, while other positions are required to report onsite regularly. Any option to work remotely must be performed from Washington State. Positions that report to work onsite need to follow safety precautions and procedures as required by the city.
** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**
Nov 04, 2021
Full time
Job Summary
Did you know Bellevue currently operates and maintains 215 traffic signals? The traffic Operations Mobility group is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of the transportation system. This group consists of signal technicians, street maintenance workers, plan reviewers, and traffic engineers. We are looking for a Crew Chief that is self-motivated and team-oriented to join our team. You will be responsible for repair, maintenance, and inspection of traffic signals, street lighting systems, and pedestrian signals. As the Tr ansportation, Traffic Signals and Lighting Electrician Working Chief: Manages the day-to-day work activities associated with repair and installation of traffic signal display and street lighting system. Develops policies, procedures, maintains record keeping system and implements short and long range programs for the repair and maintenance of the traffic signal display system and street lighting system. Develops plans, specifications, and agreements for hiring contractors as needed when scope of work is beyond the capabilities of the traffic signal shop. **If you possess a Journeyman Electrician Certificate (EL01) and four years of experience as a journey level electrician you may be eligible for an additional 2.5%.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Personnel management, including participation in hiring, monitoring, scheduling vacations, writing of performance reviews, and documenting performance issues and identifying training needs. This does not, however, include resolution of grievances.
Directs and reviews the program work plan; assigns work activities and projects; monitors workflow.
Ensuring compliance with city, county, state, and federal regulations.
Maintains a clean, safe work environment.
Monitors and assigns work order (Maximo) records.
Scopes out projects before assigning to crews.
Enter service work requests and physical infrastructure information into maintenance. management system.
Coordinates schedules and assigns work orders supplies and tools.
Participates in plan and project review.
Responds to and resolves citizen and customer complaints.
Analyze and diagnose problems and performs repairs as required.
Assist Engineers with plan reviews, material submittals attend pre-construction meetings.
Coordinate staff activities with other divisions and departments.
Program management; planning, scheduling, assigning, and monitoring workflow.
Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
Leadership problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
Ensures that performance measures and standards for program(s) and projects are met; monitors performance; guides staff in adjusting program administration and strategy to ensure that standards are achieved.
Ability to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis.
All City personnel have a duty to report when emergencies impact the health, safety, and/or mobility of City residents.
Qualifications
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of electrical circuitry, Traffic Signal, ITS and Street lighting systems.
Knowledge of National Electrical Code, Washington State Administrative Code and ability to learn City of Bellevue Standard plans and Specifications.
Ability to effectively plan, assign, direct and evaluate the work of staff; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, Engineers, Designers other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, and other City staff.
Ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate problems and provide practical, cost-effective solutions; ability to juggle multiple priorities.
Ability to plan, organize, and monitor the work and activities of self and direct reports; ability to plan, organize, and monitor activities according to priorities, established schedules, and deadlines.
Ability to read blueprints, maps, and as-built drawings.
Ability to communicate and express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing .
Ability to provide counsel, leadership, training, motivation, engagement among staff with strong communication, and organizational skills sufficient to manage self and others.
Ability in using a personal computer, engineering applications, and data management software in performing duties.
Ability to work with numerous interruptions.
Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines for staff.
Ability to perform hands-on work in the field individually and with staff.
Ability to become emergency standby qualified and serve on a scheduled rotation among other standby qualified personnel.
Excellent customer service skills both internal and external.
An ability to operate specialty truck and/or trailer combinations, a wide variety of hand- and power-operated tools, and electronic test gear.
Working knowledge of construction and project management; scheduling crews, time estimating of work and staffing levels.
Education, Experience, and Other Requirements:
Five years' experience as Traffic Signal Electrician or has the qualifications as a journey level electrician. Or Four years of experience as a journey level electrician.
EL01 certificate preferred but is not required.
Possession of a current, valid Washington State driver's license and a good safety and driving record.
Possession of an IMSA Level II Certification as a Signal Electrician, or the ability to obtain within 1 year.
Possession of a Washington State Traffic Control Flaggers Card, or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
A Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) certification is preferred not required.
Must have or be able to obtain a Washington State Class B Commercial Driver's License and valid medical card, within 1 year of employment.
Selected candidates must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test (consistent with Federal Laws requiring drug and alcohol testing of all job classifications requiring a CDL).
In-house applicants who do not currently possess a CDL will be subject to the pre-employment drug and alcohol test in accordance with DOT rules and regulations.
May be required to pass a criminal background check upon hire.
Other
Physical Demands: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, listening, using hands to; handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color differentiation, and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and /or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field.
Work may routinely require the employee to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl in all types of weather.
The work environment is in the field in all weather conditions and in streets open to traffic. Work may routinely require the employee to work in bucket trucks at heights of 57 feet or greater and work on street light systems of up to 240 volts.
The employee may be required to work in outside weather conditions, in wet and/or humid conditions, in high precarious places, near moving mechanical parts and traffic, near fumes, airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic hazardous chemical, or near risk of electrical shock and/or vibration. Employee must understand and use appropriate PPE as needed.
This is a full time, union IBEW-77 position and is located at the Bellevue Service Center.
For further information about this position, please contact Brian Breeden via email at BBreeden@bellevuewa.gov or at 425-452-4104. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The five essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: exceptional public service, stewardship, committee to employees, integrity, and innovation. You'll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore.
Have we piqued your interest yet? Come join our team! All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838. All new hires will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire and the city is not able to sponsor work visas.
In an ongoing effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and our commitment to the health and safety of our employees, some positions at the City of Bellevue may be performed remotely on a part- or full-time basis temporarily, in compliance with the Governor’s Safe Start guidance and department’s telework agreement, while other positions are required to report onsite regularly. Any option to work remotely must be performed from Washington State. Positions that report to work onsite need to follow safety precautions and procedures as required by the city.
** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**
Job Summary
Persons in this classification perform all tasks associated with their work group. They competently and conscientiously operate and care for all equipment needed to complete the tasks of their work group. Work will be performed cooperatively with other employees as incumbents make on-site job assignments, troubleshoot on-site problems, ensure the availability of equipment needed to complete assignments, resolve onsite problems between employees, report project status to superiors, and complete work in a manner that leads/motivates all members of the group and assures individual, coworker, and public safety in all weather and working conditions. Employees make decisions necessary to plan, organize, and complete their work with appropriate efficiency, and complete work in a manner that commands the respect of, or demonstrates appropriate courtesy to the public. Handles onsite questions and concerns from the public. Direct public contact while on job site. Employee contact principally with other crewmembers. In all instances, liability may be affected by improperly performed work. Assures the integrity of the park infrastructure through timely, total, and preventive maintenance of grounds, parking lots, drainage systems, natural area, golf courses, etc.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Mows, cuts brush, picks up leaves, repairs drainage systems, lays pipe and concrete, performs grading and other landscaping duties, clears storm damage, prunes trees, prepares surfaces for seeding/planting of vegetation, maintains adjusts and repairs watering systems, installs new landscapes, performs routine carpentry work, constructs boardwalks and trails, implements wetland, forestry, wildlife, and stream enhancement projects.
Assigns work done onsite and signs off on work that is completed.
May also perform all general duties necessary to repair, maintain, operate, and install basic city or park infrastructure systems.
Uses backhoes, dump trucks, truck and trailer combinations, two-way radios, wide variety of hand and power tools, forklifts.
Improperly completed work could delay availability of recreational facilities to users. Improperly completed work could also affect the city's image as well as the health and safety of park users. Improper disposition of felled trees straddling park and private property could result in significant damage to both.
Qualifications
Valid, current driver's license. Must obtain Commercial Driver's License (CDL) endorsement within 12 months of hire date
First aid/CPR certification
Supervisory experience preferred
WSDA Pesticide applicators license
General knowledge of grounds maintenance methods, including aptitude in landscape construction, irrigation maintenance and natural resource enhancement.
Other
Physical Demands:
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The work environment is mostly outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions.
Common hazards include traffic, confined, or underground spaces, chemicals, and equipment.
One or more employees may be called in off duty to respond to emergencies or peak user demand.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
Work may routinely require the employee to walk, stand, crawl, or stoop.
The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or bellevuehr@bellevuewa.gov . If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to being hired.
For questions regarding this position please contact Justin Wilkinson at 425-452-6044. For technical assistant with the online application please contact 855-524-5627
Nov 04, 2021
Full time
Job Summary
Persons in this classification perform all tasks associated with their work group. They competently and conscientiously operate and care for all equipment needed to complete the tasks of their work group. Work will be performed cooperatively with other employees as incumbents make on-site job assignments, troubleshoot on-site problems, ensure the availability of equipment needed to complete assignments, resolve onsite problems between employees, report project status to superiors, and complete work in a manner that leads/motivates all members of the group and assures individual, coworker, and public safety in all weather and working conditions. Employees make decisions necessary to plan, organize, and complete their work with appropriate efficiency, and complete work in a manner that commands the respect of, or demonstrates appropriate courtesy to the public. Handles onsite questions and concerns from the public. Direct public contact while on job site. Employee contact principally with other crewmembers. In all instances, liability may be affected by improperly performed work. Assures the integrity of the park infrastructure through timely, total, and preventive maintenance of grounds, parking lots, drainage systems, natural area, golf courses, etc.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Mows, cuts brush, picks up leaves, repairs drainage systems, lays pipe and concrete, performs grading and other landscaping duties, clears storm damage, prunes trees, prepares surfaces for seeding/planting of vegetation, maintains adjusts and repairs watering systems, installs new landscapes, performs routine carpentry work, constructs boardwalks and trails, implements wetland, forestry, wildlife, and stream enhancement projects.
Assigns work done onsite and signs off on work that is completed.
May also perform all general duties necessary to repair, maintain, operate, and install basic city or park infrastructure systems.
Uses backhoes, dump trucks, truck and trailer combinations, two-way radios, wide variety of hand and power tools, forklifts.
Improperly completed work could delay availability of recreational facilities to users. Improperly completed work could also affect the city's image as well as the health and safety of park users. Improper disposition of felled trees straddling park and private property could result in significant damage to both.
Qualifications
Valid, current driver's license. Must obtain Commercial Driver's License (CDL) endorsement within 12 months of hire date
First aid/CPR certification
Supervisory experience preferred
WSDA Pesticide applicators license
General knowledge of grounds maintenance methods, including aptitude in landscape construction, irrigation maintenance and natural resource enhancement.
Other
Physical Demands:
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The work environment is mostly outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions.
Common hazards include traffic, confined, or underground spaces, chemicals, and equipment.
One or more employees may be called in off duty to respond to emergencies or peak user demand.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
Work may routinely require the employee to walk, stand, crawl, or stoop.
The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or bellevuehr@bellevuewa.gov . If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to being hired.
For questions regarding this position please contact Justin Wilkinson at 425-452-6044. For technical assistant with the online application please contact 855-524-5627
Job Summary
Bellevue is known as "A City in a Park," with a park system comprised of 2,700 acres of parks and open space. Bellevue's Parks and Community Services Department has a unique opportunity for you as Forest Management Skilled Worker. The Forest Management Program provides site management of approximately 2,000 acres of undeveloped forested open space properties. These properties are geographically distributed throughout the city and consist of upland forests, lowland forests, steep slopes, meadows, shorelines, wetlands and riparian corridors. These properties are managed for a wide variety of community benefits including recreation, wildlife habitat and ecosystem functions such as stormwater retention, air and water filtration and carbon sequestration. We’re looking for an energetic candidate with the desire to grow and learn within our dynamic work group.
The Forest Management Skilled Worker position performs all tasks associated with their work group. They conscientiously and competently operate and care for all equipment needed to complete the tasks of their work group. Work will be performed cooperatively with other employees as necessary and completed in a manner that assures individual, co-worker, and public safety in all weather and working conditions. Employees make decisions necessary to plan, organize, and complete their work with appropriate efficiency, and complete work in a manner that commands the respect of, or demonstrates appropriate courtesy to, co-workers and the public. In all instances, City liability may be affected by improperly performed work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include any combination of the following tasks:
Work tasks include, but are not limited to, mowing, line trimming, blowing, brush cutting, weeding, grubbing, herbicide applications, pruning trees, tree rigging and removals, chipping, storm damage response, debris removal, planting, manual watering, temporary irrigation installation and maintenance, and general carpentry.
Implements and maintains wetland, forest, wildlife and stream enhancement projects.
Assists in the implementation of the annual property boundary inspection, tree risk management and park code compliance program. Documents findings of liability trees, illegal dumping, illegal tree cutting and encroachments.
Provides data entry and editing in the Forest Management GIS geodatabase. Prepares maps for use in resolving property boundary conflicts and park code violations through voluntary compliance.
Assists in the management of volunteer forest restoration activities to support the Arbor/Earth Day, Eco-Friday and Stewardship Saturday programs/events.
Assists with the removal and cleanup of unlawful camping sites.
Provides snow removal, plowing and vegetation management/removal services during winter storm events.
Acts as a resource for residents; evaluates and responds to resident concerns based on established policies and best management practices.
Collaborates with and assists staff from other divisions/departments.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
Experience and ability to proficiently use small tools, equipment and vehicles including, but not limited to, brush cutters, chainsaws, hedge sheers, blowers, mowers, chippers, backhoes, tractors, farm implements, power tools, 1-ton trucks, boom trucks, sprayers, watering equipment, and snowplows.
Knowledge and understanding of industry recognized standard of care as it relates to arboriculture and tree risk management, including familiarity with ANSI A300 specifications for tree care.
Understanding of liability issues and potential exposures as they relate to managing trees on publicly owned property.
Knowledge of and ability to identify commonly found Pacific Northwest native plant species, their characteristics and ecological requirements for establishment and care.
Knowledge of and ability to identify commonly found Pacific Northwest exotic plant species, their characteristics and best management practice(s) for management and/or eradication.
Ability to identify and manage commonly found fungal, bacterial and insect pathogens that infect native plant species.
Knowledge and experience with performing level 1, 2 and 3 tree risk assessments per the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) manual.
Experience installing and maintaining temporary irrigation systems.
Knowledge and experience using GIS software including the latest edition of Esri’s ArcMap and Fields Maps applications.
Knowledge and experience with basic computer software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Core Competencies
Customer Focus: We are focused on the needs of the customer, and on developing strong relationships with our customers.
Instills Trust: Through authenticity, integrity and honesty, we gain the trust and respect of all of those with whom we work.
Communicates Effectively: We understand the need to develop multimode forms of communication to address the needs of all of the audiences with whom we are engaging.
Cultivates Innovation: We are focused on generating new and creative ways for our organization to be successful.
Qualifications
Education, Experience, and Other Requirements
Graduation from high school or a GED equivalent. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in forest management, urban forestry, restoration ecology, environmental horticulture, or other environmental science related field is preferred.
3 or more years of experience in municipal forestry, arboriculture, plant ecology or other environmental science related field.
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) credential or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Valid Washington State Driver's License.
Flagger certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
First Aid/CPR certification.
Equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The work environment is mostly outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions.
Common hazards include traffic, confined, or underground spaces, chemicals, and
equipment.
One or more employees may be called in off duty to respond to emergencies or peak user demand.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
Work may routinely require the employee to walk, stand, crawl, or stoop.
Other
Supervision Received and Exercised:
Works under general supervision of the Forest Management Program Supervisor.
Supervises seasonal field staff.
The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or bellevuehr@bellevuewa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
For more information, contact Rick Bailey at 425-452-6031 or via email at ribailey@bellevuewa.gov . For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
Oct 27, 2021
Full time
Job Summary
Bellevue is known as "A City in a Park," with a park system comprised of 2,700 acres of parks and open space. Bellevue's Parks and Community Services Department has a unique opportunity for you as Forest Management Skilled Worker. The Forest Management Program provides site management of approximately 2,000 acres of undeveloped forested open space properties. These properties are geographically distributed throughout the city and consist of upland forests, lowland forests, steep slopes, meadows, shorelines, wetlands and riparian corridors. These properties are managed for a wide variety of community benefits including recreation, wildlife habitat and ecosystem functions such as stormwater retention, air and water filtration and carbon sequestration. We’re looking for an energetic candidate with the desire to grow and learn within our dynamic work group.
The Forest Management Skilled Worker position performs all tasks associated with their work group. They conscientiously and competently operate and care for all equipment needed to complete the tasks of their work group. Work will be performed cooperatively with other employees as necessary and completed in a manner that assures individual, co-worker, and public safety in all weather and working conditions. Employees make decisions necessary to plan, organize, and complete their work with appropriate efficiency, and complete work in a manner that commands the respect of, or demonstrates appropriate courtesy to, co-workers and the public. In all instances, City liability may be affected by improperly performed work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include any combination of the following tasks:
Work tasks include, but are not limited to, mowing, line trimming, blowing, brush cutting, weeding, grubbing, herbicide applications, pruning trees, tree rigging and removals, chipping, storm damage response, debris removal, planting, manual watering, temporary irrigation installation and maintenance, and general carpentry.
Implements and maintains wetland, forest, wildlife and stream enhancement projects.
Assists in the implementation of the annual property boundary inspection, tree risk management and park code compliance program. Documents findings of liability trees, illegal dumping, illegal tree cutting and encroachments.
Provides data entry and editing in the Forest Management GIS geodatabase. Prepares maps for use in resolving property boundary conflicts and park code violations through voluntary compliance.
Assists in the management of volunteer forest restoration activities to support the Arbor/Earth Day, Eco-Friday and Stewardship Saturday programs/events.
Assists with the removal and cleanup of unlawful camping sites.
Provides snow removal, plowing and vegetation management/removal services during winter storm events.
Acts as a resource for residents; evaluates and responds to resident concerns based on established policies and best management practices.
Collaborates with and assists staff from other divisions/departments.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
Experience and ability to proficiently use small tools, equipment and vehicles including, but not limited to, brush cutters, chainsaws, hedge sheers, blowers, mowers, chippers, backhoes, tractors, farm implements, power tools, 1-ton trucks, boom trucks, sprayers, watering equipment, and snowplows.
Knowledge and understanding of industry recognized standard of care as it relates to arboriculture and tree risk management, including familiarity with ANSI A300 specifications for tree care.
Understanding of liability issues and potential exposures as they relate to managing trees on publicly owned property.
Knowledge of and ability to identify commonly found Pacific Northwest native plant species, their characteristics and ecological requirements for establishment and care.
Knowledge of and ability to identify commonly found Pacific Northwest exotic plant species, their characteristics and best management practice(s) for management and/or eradication.
Ability to identify and manage commonly found fungal, bacterial and insect pathogens that infect native plant species.
Knowledge and experience with performing level 1, 2 and 3 tree risk assessments per the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) manual.
Experience installing and maintaining temporary irrigation systems.
Knowledge and experience using GIS software including the latest edition of Esri’s ArcMap and Fields Maps applications.
Knowledge and experience with basic computer software applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Core Competencies
Customer Focus: We are focused on the needs of the customer, and on developing strong relationships with our customers.
Instills Trust: Through authenticity, integrity and honesty, we gain the trust and respect of all of those with whom we work.
Communicates Effectively: We understand the need to develop multimode forms of communication to address the needs of all of the audiences with whom we are engaging.
Cultivates Innovation: We are focused on generating new and creative ways for our organization to be successful.
Qualifications
Education, Experience, and Other Requirements
Graduation from high school or a GED equivalent. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in forest management, urban forestry, restoration ecology, environmental horticulture, or other environmental science related field is preferred.
3 or more years of experience in municipal forestry, arboriculture, plant ecology or other environmental science related field.
International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certification or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) credential or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Valid Washington State Driver's License.
Flagger certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
First Aid/CPR certification.
Equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The work environment is mostly outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions.
Common hazards include traffic, confined, or underground spaces, chemicals, and
equipment.
One or more employees may be called in off duty to respond to emergencies or peak user demand.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
Work may routinely require the employee to walk, stand, crawl, or stoop.
Other
Supervision Received and Exercised:
Works under general supervision of the Forest Management Program Supervisor.
Supervises seasonal field staff.
The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or bellevuehr@bellevuewa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
For more information, contact Rick Bailey at 425-452-6031 or via email at ribailey@bellevuewa.gov . For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
Job Summary
Bellevue is known as "A City in a Park," with a park system comprised of 2,700 acres of parks and open space. Bellevue's Parks and Community Services Department has a unique opportunity for you as Natural Resource Maintenance Aide 2. The Natural Resources Division manages over 2,000 acres of open space lands, 97 miles of property line, 90 miles of trails, 214 acres of arterial landscapes, 10,000+ street trees, 4 visitor centers, 46 acres of agricultural lands, and 86 community garden plots.
The Natural Resources Maintenance Aide 2 position performs all tasks associated with their work group. They conscientiously and competently operate and care for all equipment needed to complete tasks of their work group. Work consists of routine and repetitive tasks, processes, and/or operations and will be performed cooperatively with other employees and completed in a manner that assures individual, co-worker, and public safety in all weather and working conditions. Employees receive direct supervision while on the job site in most cases, but the amount of direct supervision required may diminish as proficiency in task performance and equipment operation increases. Employee may work independently based on clear instructions. Work is to be completed with appropriate efficiency and in a manner that commands the respect of or demonstrates appropriate courtesy to, co-workers, and the public. In all instances, City liability may be affected by improperly performed work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include any combination of the following tasks:
Farm and trial work tasks include, but are not limited to, mowing, weed eating, backpack blowing, pruning, hand weeding, planting, mulching, pesticide application, drainage repair, trail surfacing and enhancements, brush/leaf pick up, litter removal, storm damage cleanup, farm drainage/water conveyance, landscape projects, and integrative pest management.
May assist with implementation and maintenance of natural resource enhancements projects.
All other general maintenance duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education, Experience, and Other Requirements
High school diploma or a GED equivalent.
Familiarity/experience adhering to OSHA and other safety rules and procedures.
Required to possess a valid Washington driver’s license by date of hire. Must have and maintain a good driving record according to City standards. Current original drivers abstract required at time of interview.
Working knowledge of and familiarity with hand-held power tools and other related landscape maintenance equipment.
Basic mechanical skills and manual dexterity.
Knowledge of tool and equipment preventative maintenance processes, techniques, and procedures.
Ability to safely operate the equipment and machinery necessary to perform assigned tasks.
Ability to listen and understand direction/instruction, communicates with team members, and responds to customers tactfully and courteously.
Excellent communication skills.
Certified pesticide applicators license or ability to obtain within one year.
Working knowledge of trail and blueberry farm maintenance standards desirable.
Knowledge of trail and farm workload planning (tasks, frequencies, time standards, etc.) beneficial.
Certified pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain within one year from date of hire.
Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Individuals must have adequate hearing and visual acuity to successfully perform the essential job responsibilities and requirements of the position. Individuals must be able to hear and understand verbal communications and other outside sound sources. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The work environment is mostly outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions.
Employee must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions and provide weather-related gear if/as needed such as rain gear and/or coat. Employees must provide and wear work clothing appropriate to their duties. Some tasks require a long-sleeved shirt.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud.
Hazards associated with use of mowers and brush clearing equipment are of concerns to workers. This includes hazards associated with proximity to pesticides. Isolation and the terrain can be hazards to those employees asked to work alone.
One or more employees may be called in off duty to respond to emergencies or peak user demand. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
Work may routinely require the employee to walk, stand, crawl, or stoop.
Other
Definition of a Temporary Employment Status
Hired on the City’s payroll for up to 9 months working full-time or part-time.
Cannot work for more than 9 months in the previous 12 months, whether in the same position or a series of consecutive positions.
Cannot work simultaneously as a temporary employee and a temporary agency worker.
A temporary employee who has worked the 9-month maximum in the previous 12 months must have at least a 3-month break in service before being re-employed by the city in another temporary status.
At-will for the duration of the temporary status, except as indicated by union contract.
Employment eligibility of a new hire into a temporary status must be verified.
Temporary workers will be placed in non-regular positions and shall receive no other compensation or benefits than the designated base hourly rate for hours of actual work performed except as specifically authorized by ordinance.
Other
Applications may be filed online at: http://www.bellevuewa.gov
The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or bellevuehr@bellevuewa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
For more information, contact Jammie Kingham at 425-452-6048 or via email at jkingham@bellevuewa.gov. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
Oct 26, 2021
Full time
Job Summary
Bellevue is known as "A City in a Park," with a park system comprised of 2,700 acres of parks and open space. Bellevue's Parks and Community Services Department has a unique opportunity for you as Natural Resource Maintenance Aide 2. The Natural Resources Division manages over 2,000 acres of open space lands, 97 miles of property line, 90 miles of trails, 214 acres of arterial landscapes, 10,000+ street trees, 4 visitor centers, 46 acres of agricultural lands, and 86 community garden plots.
The Natural Resources Maintenance Aide 2 position performs all tasks associated with their work group. They conscientiously and competently operate and care for all equipment needed to complete tasks of their work group. Work consists of routine and repetitive tasks, processes, and/or operations and will be performed cooperatively with other employees and completed in a manner that assures individual, co-worker, and public safety in all weather and working conditions. Employees receive direct supervision while on the job site in most cases, but the amount of direct supervision required may diminish as proficiency in task performance and equipment operation increases. Employee may work independently based on clear instructions. Work is to be completed with appropriate efficiency and in a manner that commands the respect of or demonstrates appropriate courtesy to, co-workers, and the public. In all instances, City liability may be affected by improperly performed work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include any combination of the following tasks:
Farm and trial work tasks include, but are not limited to, mowing, weed eating, backpack blowing, pruning, hand weeding, planting, mulching, pesticide application, drainage repair, trail surfacing and enhancements, brush/leaf pick up, litter removal, storm damage cleanup, farm drainage/water conveyance, landscape projects, and integrative pest management.
May assist with implementation and maintenance of natural resource enhancements projects.
All other general maintenance duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education, Experience, and Other Requirements
High school diploma or a GED equivalent.
Familiarity/experience adhering to OSHA and other safety rules and procedures.
Required to possess a valid Washington driver’s license by date of hire. Must have and maintain a good driving record according to City standards. Current original drivers abstract required at time of interview.
Working knowledge of and familiarity with hand-held power tools and other related landscape maintenance equipment.
Basic mechanical skills and manual dexterity.
Knowledge of tool and equipment preventative maintenance processes, techniques, and procedures.
Ability to safely operate the equipment and machinery necessary to perform assigned tasks.
Ability to listen and understand direction/instruction, communicates with team members, and responds to customers tactfully and courteously.
Excellent communication skills.
Certified pesticide applicators license or ability to obtain within one year.
Working knowledge of trail and blueberry farm maintenance standards desirable.
Knowledge of trail and farm workload planning (tasks, frequencies, time standards, etc.) beneficial.
Certified pesticide applicator license or ability to obtain within one year from date of hire.
Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Individuals must have adequate hearing and visual acuity to successfully perform the essential job responsibilities and requirements of the position. Individuals must be able to hear and understand verbal communications and other outside sound sources. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The work environment is mostly outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions.
Employee must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions and provide weather-related gear if/as needed such as rain gear and/or coat. Employees must provide and wear work clothing appropriate to their duties. Some tasks require a long-sleeved shirt.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud.
Hazards associated with use of mowers and brush clearing equipment are of concerns to workers. This includes hazards associated with proximity to pesticides. Isolation and the terrain can be hazards to those employees asked to work alone.
One or more employees may be called in off duty to respond to emergencies or peak user demand. The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
Work may routinely require the employee to walk, stand, crawl, or stoop.
Other
Definition of a Temporary Employment Status
Hired on the City’s payroll for up to 9 months working full-time or part-time.
Cannot work for more than 9 months in the previous 12 months, whether in the same position or a series of consecutive positions.
Cannot work simultaneously as a temporary employee and a temporary agency worker.
A temporary employee who has worked the 9-month maximum in the previous 12 months must have at least a 3-month break in service before being re-employed by the city in another temporary status.
At-will for the duration of the temporary status, except as indicated by union contract.
Employment eligibility of a new hire into a temporary status must be verified.
Temporary workers will be placed in non-regular positions and shall receive no other compensation or benefits than the designated base hourly rate for hours of actual work performed except as specifically authorized by ordinance.
Other
Applications may be filed online at: http://www.bellevuewa.gov
The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or bellevuehr@bellevuewa.gov. If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
For more information, contact Jammie Kingham at 425-452-6048 or via email at jkingham@bellevuewa.gov. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
Job Summary
The City of Bellevue Transportation Department is seeking a motivated leader to fill our Traffic Engineering Manager position to provide direction and leadership for the Traffic Engineering division within our Transportation Department. You will have the opportunity to lead an innovative team that works to use the latest industry standards and guidance to maintain a safe and efficient transportation network for all users.
Reporting to an Assistant Transportation Director, you will serve on the Assistant Director’s Management Team, and provide oversight and guidance in the development and administration of projects to facilitate the resolution of traffic engineering concerns. You will also be involved in the expansion of our bicycle and pedestrian facility networks and in the operations of transit throughout Bellevue. The Traffic Engineering team serves as the traffic expert on all capital projects in the city, supports our development review team in assessment of traffic operational aspects of new developments and prepares full plans, specifications and estimates on safety projects developed by the team.
The City of Bellevue is a dynamic, multicultural, future-focused, high performing City. We offer a robust benefits package, an eco-friendly work environment and state-of-the-art technology. The City invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. Bellevue is noted for its diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Through a staff of six engineers and one senior engineering technician, manage and supervise:
Operation of all traffic control facilities and devices, such as roundabouts, stop and yield signs, pavement markings, parking rules, speed limits and truck routing.
Management of multiple division programs to improve traffic operations and safety, including crash reduction studies, crosswalk evaluation and design, clear zone evaluations, traffic spot improvements, traffic data management and curb management.
Expert review of the traffic engineering elements for capital improvement projects, regional projects, planning studies, and new developments. This includes review of access control, street lighting, traffic signals, channelization, signing, pedestrian access and bicycle facility type.
Program and administer annual capital budgets to improve traffic, pedestrian, and bicycle operations and facilities.
Review and update of traffic related ordinances through the Council approval process including preparation of agenda memos, study session presentations and drafting management briefs.
Oversees the coordination and development of engineering plans and specifications, competitive bid process and management of contractors and vendors.
Attend weekly manager's meeting with the workgroup assistant directors and peer Mobility Management division managers. Coordinate with other division mangers to ensure effective and informed decision making and communication on department issues.
Assign questions and concerns from residents, outside agencies and the general public regarding traffic control facilities and day to day traffic operations. Ensure requests are prioritized and tracked. Modify staff responses as needed and lead higher profile or politically sensitive responses.
Develop budget proposals for various staff and programs. Answer budget inquiries from budget reviewers, management and the public. Develop and track performance measures for all programs and functions. Participate with Assistant Director in budget monitoring and implement direction on budget adjustments during the fiscal year.
Assist in the development of work plans to ensure coordination between engineering and our operations and maintenance division.
Lead presentations regarding Division systems, projects and programs to Council and other governing entities. Lead responder to traffic related media inquiries including on-camera and radio interviews.
Serve as the expert witness on the operation of the traffic systems in matters of litigation. Assist in defending the City against tort liability lawsuits relating to traffic operations.
Develop Division goals and objectives; ensure that staff has appropriate project understanding.
Mentor, develop and evaluate staff.
Maintains regular contact with consulting engineers; construction project engineers; city, state and federal agencies; professional and technical groups; and the general public regarding division activities and services.
Establishes and maintains a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity and teamwork.
Supervision Received and Exercised
Works under the general supervision of a Transportation Department Assistant Director.
Exercises supervision over engineers and engineering technicians.
Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate technical information in non-technical, understandable ways.
Ability to present information to a wide variety of audiences including Council, the public and staff.
Ability to negotiate effectively with employees, other business units and departments, outside agencies, consultants, contractors and the general public.
Ability to plan, organize and monitor the work and activities of self and direct reports.
Ability to plan, organize and monitor activities according to priorities, established schedules and deadlines.
Ability to provide leadership, coaching, motivation and constructive performance reviews to staff, securing their respective commitments to the department's vision.
Ability to take general direction from assistant director or director and implement that direction through division resources.
Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods as applicable to a municipal setting.
Considerable knowledge of applicable City policies, laws and regulations affecting department activities.
Knowledge of transportation operations and construction practices and methods.
Knowledge of Complete Streets and Vision Zero initiatives.
Ability to use a computer and effectively navigate Microsoft Office Suite, engineering applications and data management software in performing essential duties.
Understanding of traffic signal and street lighting design practices.
Education and Experience Requirements
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or related technical field.
Eight years of progressively responsible and related experience in transportation engineering and project management; two years of experience supervising, and/or leading staff or teams preferred.
Washington State Driver's License required or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Washington State Professional Engineering license required.
OTHER:
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field.
Other
For more information, call Chris Long at 425-452-6013 or via email at clong@bellevuewa.gov. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627. The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or bellevuehr@bellevuewa.gov . If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
Oct 26, 2021
Full time
Job Summary
The City of Bellevue Transportation Department is seeking a motivated leader to fill our Traffic Engineering Manager position to provide direction and leadership for the Traffic Engineering division within our Transportation Department. You will have the opportunity to lead an innovative team that works to use the latest industry standards and guidance to maintain a safe and efficient transportation network for all users.
Reporting to an Assistant Transportation Director, you will serve on the Assistant Director’s Management Team, and provide oversight and guidance in the development and administration of projects to facilitate the resolution of traffic engineering concerns. You will also be involved in the expansion of our bicycle and pedestrian facility networks and in the operations of transit throughout Bellevue. The Traffic Engineering team serves as the traffic expert on all capital projects in the city, supports our development review team in assessment of traffic operational aspects of new developments and prepares full plans, specifications and estimates on safety projects developed by the team.
The City of Bellevue is a dynamic, multicultural, future-focused, high performing City. We offer a robust benefits package, an eco-friendly work environment and state-of-the-art technology. The City invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development. Bellevue is noted for its diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Through a staff of six engineers and one senior engineering technician, manage and supervise:
Operation of all traffic control facilities and devices, such as roundabouts, stop and yield signs, pavement markings, parking rules, speed limits and truck routing.
Management of multiple division programs to improve traffic operations and safety, including crash reduction studies, crosswalk evaluation and design, clear zone evaluations, traffic spot improvements, traffic data management and curb management.
Expert review of the traffic engineering elements for capital improvement projects, regional projects, planning studies, and new developments. This includes review of access control, street lighting, traffic signals, channelization, signing, pedestrian access and bicycle facility type.
Program and administer annual capital budgets to improve traffic, pedestrian, and bicycle operations and facilities.
Review and update of traffic related ordinances through the Council approval process including preparation of agenda memos, study session presentations and drafting management briefs.
Oversees the coordination and development of engineering plans and specifications, competitive bid process and management of contractors and vendors.
Attend weekly manager's meeting with the workgroup assistant directors and peer Mobility Management division managers. Coordinate with other division mangers to ensure effective and informed decision making and communication on department issues.
Assign questions and concerns from residents, outside agencies and the general public regarding traffic control facilities and day to day traffic operations. Ensure requests are prioritized and tracked. Modify staff responses as needed and lead higher profile or politically sensitive responses.
Develop budget proposals for various staff and programs. Answer budget inquiries from budget reviewers, management and the public. Develop and track performance measures for all programs and functions. Participate with Assistant Director in budget monitoring and implement direction on budget adjustments during the fiscal year.
Assist in the development of work plans to ensure coordination between engineering and our operations and maintenance division.
Lead presentations regarding Division systems, projects and programs to Council and other governing entities. Lead responder to traffic related media inquiries including on-camera and radio interviews.
Serve as the expert witness on the operation of the traffic systems in matters of litigation. Assist in defending the City against tort liability lawsuits relating to traffic operations.
Develop Division goals and objectives; ensure that staff has appropriate project understanding.
Mentor, develop and evaluate staff.
Maintains regular contact with consulting engineers; construction project engineers; city, state and federal agencies; professional and technical groups; and the general public regarding division activities and services.
Establishes and maintains a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity and teamwork.
Supervision Received and Exercised
Works under the general supervision of a Transportation Department Assistant Director.
Exercises supervision over engineers and engineering technicians.
Qualifications
Knowledge and Skills
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate technical information in non-technical, understandable ways.
Ability to present information to a wide variety of audiences including Council, the public and staff.
Ability to negotiate effectively with employees, other business units and departments, outside agencies, consultants, contractors and the general public.
Ability to plan, organize and monitor the work and activities of self and direct reports.
Ability to plan, organize and monitor activities according to priorities, established schedules and deadlines.
Ability to provide leadership, coaching, motivation and constructive performance reviews to staff, securing their respective commitments to the department's vision.
Ability to take general direction from assistant director or director and implement that direction through division resources.
Knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and methods as applicable to a municipal setting.
Considerable knowledge of applicable City policies, laws and regulations affecting department activities.
Knowledge of transportation operations and construction practices and methods.
Knowledge of Complete Streets and Vision Zero initiatives.
Ability to use a computer and effectively navigate Microsoft Office Suite, engineering applications and data management software in performing essential duties.
Understanding of traffic signal and street lighting design practices.
Education and Experience Requirements
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in civil engineering or related technical field.
Eight years of progressively responsible and related experience in transportation engineering and project management; two years of experience supervising, and/or leading staff or teams preferred.
Washington State Driver's License required or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
Equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Washington State Professional Engineering license required.
OTHER:
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or moderately loud when in the field.
Other
For more information, call Chris Long at 425-452-6013 or via email at clong@bellevuewa.gov. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627. The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance in the application process may call the Human Resources Office, at 425-452-6838 or bellevuehr@bellevuewa.gov . If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations, please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.
Job Summary
The City of Bellevue’s Human Resources (HR) Department is “committed to being a strategic partner by providing outstanding customer service and stewardship of resources in attracting and retaining a high-performance, diverse, workforce in support of the changing needs of the organization.” In the HR Department, you’ll be a part of an engaged, enthusiastic team, dedicated to providing exceptional services to the city’s managers and employees, and to job seekers and external partners. Bellevue employees embrace the values of innovation, integrity, stewardship, collaboration, accountability, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and take pride in the work they do. The City Council’s vision is that Bellevue welcomes the world, our diversity is our strength, we embrace the future while respecting our past. We are seeking an experienced Senior HR Consultant who will serve as a strategic advisor to assigned departments, staff, and other customers on HR matters and help further city initiatives and goals. The Senior HR Consultant will be one of three generalists providing consultative support to over 10 departments and 1200 employees. The position will collaborate with stakeholders to administer, apply, and integrate citywide approaches and policies to solve customer needs. The Senior HR Consultant will manage employee relations that include labor relations issues (e.g., investigations, grievances), leave management, workforce planning, performance management, employee engagement, inclusion, and retention, and organizational training and development. This position will also provide backup support to recruitment and hiring processes as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate must have a strong human resources expertise, experience advising managers on employment issues, has a knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations used to ensure that compliance and best practices are achieved. It is important that the individual has a good understanding of HR business process systems, has great collaborative skills to build positive relationships with multi-disciplinary teams/departments, and be able to engage our customers in a way that provides the level of consultation needed to educate, inform, resolve, partner and/or provide the services or products needed/requested. We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual with great interpersonal skills, technical knowledge, and proven experience in the HR field, who wants to join a future-focused, diversity and equity driven, high performing City team. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
HR Consulting – Provide human resources support to department management and employees as a strategic business partner. Through a collaborative approach, work with others in the human resources department to address organizational needs, either leading or advising on communications, training, team building, needs assessments, or other organizational development focused activities to proactively address departmental needs. Familiar with using organizational data to aid leadership in strategic direction and identification of opportunities to increase overall performance.
Employee & Labor Relations – Serve as an advisor to managers on handling performance or disciplinary issues, complaints and grievances, inappropriate behavior, and other aspects of employee issues that may arise. Manages complex employee relations issues from coaching up to termination. Interpret policies and procedures and provisions in the collective bargaining agreements to ensure the consistent application, ensuring precedence and past practice are taken into consideration. Develops and maintains respectful labor relations.
Workplace Investigations – Oversee external or conduct internal investigations as required, ensuring all parties involved are notified of the pending investigation, all parties are interviewed, a summary of findings is prepared, an action plan identified, recommended, and implemented, and all key players are provided a written summary of the findings or outcome. Maintain documentation of investigation in compliance with records retention guidelines.
Leave Management & Accommodations – Oversee, monitor, and implement employment leave programs, such as Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Washington State Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) program, Family Care Act (FCA), unpaid leave, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) including managing the interactive process. Provide technical guidance to managers and employees on complex leave and accommodation scenarios.
COVID-19 Administration – Serve as primary point of contact for assigned departments and staff on COVID-19 situations and provide guidance on illness and exposure cases. Monitor vaccine verifications and tracking and conduct interactive dialogues for medical or religious accommodation requests.
Exit Interviews – Conduct exit interviews, notify appropriate Human Resources staff of employee separations, and follow up with various departments as needed depending upon outcome of the exit interview.
Recruitment & Staffing – Serve as a backup to the recruiting and hiring process. Provide consultative support as needed to departments on workplace staffing strategies involving restructures/reorganizations, creation of new positions, and/or realignment of existing positions, and hiring for equity.
Special Projects and Other Duties as Assigned – Coordinate and oversee special long-term and short-term projects as required and/or any other duties as assigned to further advance city initiatives and programs including those related to performance management, employee engagement, workplace culture, and organizational development.
Supervision Received and Exercised:
Works under the general supervision of the HR Manager.
No formal supervisory responsibilities but may act as lead to other staff and given responsibility for various HR related programs
Qualifications Education and Experience Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in human resources, psychology, communications, business, public administration or related field.
Five or more years of professional related experience in human resources in a generalist capacity with demonstrated experience and expertise in employee and labor relations, performance management, workplace investigations, leave management, employee engagement and development, workplace planning and staffing.
Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be taken into consideration.
Relevant education credentials including HR certifications (IPMA-HR, HRCI, or SHRM) highly desired but not required.
Job Knowledge – Functional/Technical Skills
Considerable knowledge of employment laws and the ability to apply federal, state, and local laws and internal policies, procedures, and contracts to all HR matters, communications and services.
Knowledge of how to assess, coach, investigate and write employee relation reports; conduct investigations and prepare written findings; document performance issues and prepare responses to grievances, etc.
Knowledge of federal and state leave laws and leave administration practices.
Knowledge of and skill in developing and administering talent management models -- Recruitment & Staffing, Job Analysis, Develop/Deliver Assessment Services - Testing/ Interviewing/Evaluating competencies, administering selection processes, ensuring compliance with policy and regulations. Experienced in all facets of the recruitment and selection process.
Proficient in the Microsoft Suite - Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Must be comfortable and efficient with retrieving data from HRIS systems.
Problem Solving/Judgment/Decision Making
Skill in compiling and analyzing data/information and formulating recommendations and reports. Successful experience researching moderately complex issues and developing recommended action.
Demonstrated ability to apply organizational development principles and practices to work performed.
Ability to analyze statistical data with accuracy and efficiency.
Ability to see and consider the “big picture” before coming to a conclusion and making a recommendation on a course of action that has impact on a service, product or business system.
Ability to investigate, problem solve and reach conclusions using objective, unbiased approaches and methods.
Ability to analyze and interpret laws, regulations, policies and convey the information to customers as an HR business consultant to assist them in accomplishing their strategic and operational goals and objectives.
Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.
Organization and Planning Skills
Skill in organizing work/assignments efficiently and consistently producing quality work and accuracy of information/data provided. Skill in planning and delivering products and services efficiently and effectively.
Ability to follow-through on assignments/projects, keeping stakeholders informed, meeting timelines, and project expectations.
Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to plan, organize and facilitate meetings.
Oral & Written Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Skill in preparing and writing reports involving research, comparative analysis, trending data, investigatory findings and compiling the information in a written report and/or presentation.
Ability to express ideas and exchange information clearly and persuasively, both in writing and verbally.
Exceptional interpersonal and collaborative skills. Demonstrated ability to build and sustain trust-based relationships, both individually and collectively over time with colleagues and customers.
Skill in collaborating with diverse customers to form partnerships to achieve common objectives. Ability to interact with employees at all levels of the organization in a professional and diplomatic manner.
Excellent customer service skills, including the ability to listen and assess the needs of the customer. Proven skills in listening to customer needs and communicating accurate information concerning process, policies and procedures.
Skill in working through conflict to provide a remedy that helps to foster a better understanding of expectations with individuals and/or groups, and that acknowledges the parties’ interests and concerns.
Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams.
Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
For further information about this position, please contact Rebecca Su via email at rsu@bellevuewa.gov or at 425-452-6817. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627. At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The five essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: exceptional public service, stewardship, committee to employees, integrity, and innovation. You'll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore. Have we peaked your interest yet? Come join our team! All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838. Bellevue is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to the health and safety of its employees. The work associated with this position may be performed remotely, in compliance with the Governor's Safe Start guidance and the department's telework agreement. Employees reporting to work onsite need to follow safety precautions and procedures as required by the city. ** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**
Oct 25, 2021
Full time
Job Summary
The City of Bellevue’s Human Resources (HR) Department is “committed to being a strategic partner by providing outstanding customer service and stewardship of resources in attracting and retaining a high-performance, diverse, workforce in support of the changing needs of the organization.” In the HR Department, you’ll be a part of an engaged, enthusiastic team, dedicated to providing exceptional services to the city’s managers and employees, and to job seekers and external partners. Bellevue employees embrace the values of innovation, integrity, stewardship, collaboration, accountability, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and take pride in the work they do. The City Council’s vision is that Bellevue welcomes the world, our diversity is our strength, we embrace the future while respecting our past. We are seeking an experienced Senior HR Consultant who will serve as a strategic advisor to assigned departments, staff, and other customers on HR matters and help further city initiatives and goals. The Senior HR Consultant will be one of three generalists providing consultative support to over 10 departments and 1200 employees. The position will collaborate with stakeholders to administer, apply, and integrate citywide approaches and policies to solve customer needs. The Senior HR Consultant will manage employee relations that include labor relations issues (e.g., investigations, grievances), leave management, workforce planning, performance management, employee engagement, inclusion, and retention, and organizational training and development. This position will also provide backup support to recruitment and hiring processes as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate must have a strong human resources expertise, experience advising managers on employment issues, has a knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations used to ensure that compliance and best practices are achieved. It is important that the individual has a good understanding of HR business process systems, has great collaborative skills to build positive relationships with multi-disciplinary teams/departments, and be able to engage our customers in a way that provides the level of consultation needed to educate, inform, resolve, partner and/or provide the services or products needed/requested. We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual with great interpersonal skills, technical knowledge, and proven experience in the HR field, who wants to join a future-focused, diversity and equity driven, high performing City team. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
HR Consulting – Provide human resources support to department management and employees as a strategic business partner. Through a collaborative approach, work with others in the human resources department to address organizational needs, either leading or advising on communications, training, team building, needs assessments, or other organizational development focused activities to proactively address departmental needs. Familiar with using organizational data to aid leadership in strategic direction and identification of opportunities to increase overall performance.
Employee & Labor Relations – Serve as an advisor to managers on handling performance or disciplinary issues, complaints and grievances, inappropriate behavior, and other aspects of employee issues that may arise. Manages complex employee relations issues from coaching up to termination. Interpret policies and procedures and provisions in the collective bargaining agreements to ensure the consistent application, ensuring precedence and past practice are taken into consideration. Develops and maintains respectful labor relations.
Workplace Investigations – Oversee external or conduct internal investigations as required, ensuring all parties involved are notified of the pending investigation, all parties are interviewed, a summary of findings is prepared, an action plan identified, recommended, and implemented, and all key players are provided a written summary of the findings or outcome. Maintain documentation of investigation in compliance with records retention guidelines.
Leave Management & Accommodations – Oversee, monitor, and implement employment leave programs, such as Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Washington State Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) program, Family Care Act (FCA), unpaid leave, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) including managing the interactive process. Provide technical guidance to managers and employees on complex leave and accommodation scenarios.
COVID-19 Administration – Serve as primary point of contact for assigned departments and staff on COVID-19 situations and provide guidance on illness and exposure cases. Monitor vaccine verifications and tracking and conduct interactive dialogues for medical or religious accommodation requests.
Exit Interviews – Conduct exit interviews, notify appropriate Human Resources staff of employee separations, and follow up with various departments as needed depending upon outcome of the exit interview.
Recruitment & Staffing – Serve as a backup to the recruiting and hiring process. Provide consultative support as needed to departments on workplace staffing strategies involving restructures/reorganizations, creation of new positions, and/or realignment of existing positions, and hiring for equity.
Special Projects and Other Duties as Assigned – Coordinate and oversee special long-term and short-term projects as required and/or any other duties as assigned to further advance city initiatives and programs including those related to performance management, employee engagement, workplace culture, and organizational development.
Supervision Received and Exercised:
Works under the general supervision of the HR Manager.
No formal supervisory responsibilities but may act as lead to other staff and given responsibility for various HR related programs
Qualifications Education and Experience Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in human resources, psychology, communications, business, public administration or related field.
Five or more years of professional related experience in human resources in a generalist capacity with demonstrated experience and expertise in employee and labor relations, performance management, workplace investigations, leave management, employee engagement and development, workplace planning and staffing.
Or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be taken into consideration.
Relevant education credentials including HR certifications (IPMA-HR, HRCI, or SHRM) highly desired but not required.
Job Knowledge – Functional/Technical Skills
Considerable knowledge of employment laws and the ability to apply federal, state, and local laws and internal policies, procedures, and contracts to all HR matters, communications and services.
Knowledge of how to assess, coach, investigate and write employee relation reports; conduct investigations and prepare written findings; document performance issues and prepare responses to grievances, etc.
Knowledge of federal and state leave laws and leave administration practices.
Knowledge of and skill in developing and administering talent management models -- Recruitment & Staffing, Job Analysis, Develop/Deliver Assessment Services - Testing/ Interviewing/Evaluating competencies, administering selection processes, ensuring compliance with policy and regulations. Experienced in all facets of the recruitment and selection process.
Proficient in the Microsoft Suite - Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Must be comfortable and efficient with retrieving data from HRIS systems.
Problem Solving/Judgment/Decision Making
Skill in compiling and analyzing data/information and formulating recommendations and reports. Successful experience researching moderately complex issues and developing recommended action.
Demonstrated ability to apply organizational development principles and practices to work performed.
Ability to analyze statistical data with accuracy and efficiency.
Ability to see and consider the “big picture” before coming to a conclusion and making a recommendation on a course of action that has impact on a service, product or business system.
Ability to investigate, problem solve and reach conclusions using objective, unbiased approaches and methods.
Ability to analyze and interpret laws, regulations, policies and convey the information to customers as an HR business consultant to assist them in accomplishing their strategic and operational goals and objectives.
Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information.
Organization and Planning Skills
Skill in organizing work/assignments efficiently and consistently producing quality work and accuracy of information/data provided. Skill in planning and delivering products and services efficiently and effectively.
Ability to follow-through on assignments/projects, keeping stakeholders informed, meeting timelines, and project expectations.
Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to plan, organize and facilitate meetings.
Oral & Written Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Skill in preparing and writing reports involving research, comparative analysis, trending data, investigatory findings and compiling the information in a written report and/or presentation.
Ability to express ideas and exchange information clearly and persuasively, both in writing and verbally.
Exceptional interpersonal and collaborative skills. Demonstrated ability to build and sustain trust-based relationships, both individually and collectively over time with colleagues and customers.
Skill in collaborating with diverse customers to form partnerships to achieve common objectives. Ability to interact with employees at all levels of the organization in a professional and diplomatic manner.
Excellent customer service skills, including the ability to listen and assess the needs of the customer. Proven skills in listening to customer needs and communicating accurate information concerning process, policies and procedures.
Skill in working through conflict to provide a remedy that helps to foster a better understanding of expectations with individuals and/or groups, and that acknowledges the parties’ interests and concerns.
Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams.
Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.
Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 20 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
For further information about this position, please contact Rebecca Su via email at rsu@bellevuewa.gov or at 425-452-6817. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627. At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The five essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions, our interactions, and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: exceptional public service, stewardship, committee to employees, integrity, and innovation. You'll work in an environment that is innovative, collaborative, future focused, and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work, live, and explore. Have we peaked your interest yet? Come join our team! All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838. Bellevue is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to the health and safety of its employees. The work associated with this position may be performed remotely, in compliance with the Governor's Safe Start guidance and the department's telework agreement. Employees reporting to work onsite need to follow safety precautions and procedures as required by the city. ** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**
Job Summary
The Transportation Department is looking for a motivated individual with experience in civil and utility construction and management of traffic with significant construction projects for a position as a Senior Right-of-Way Inspector. This Senior Inspector position oversees and inspects permitted work in the City’s rights-of-way by developers, contractors, franchise and non-city utilities and others to ensure conformance to codes and standards and regulations. This work involves ensuring motorist, bicycle and pedestrian safety during all phases of construction and collaboration with other internal and external facing City services. The successful applicant would be part of a close-knit team of inspectors, engineers and permit review staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Inspect commercial and private development projects, and franchise and non-city utility projects to assure compliance with city, state, and federal standards and minimize traffic impacts within the rights of way.
Oversee and inspect construction projects daily, or as required. Make on-site inspections to review progress of work, work to standard, and observe and mitigate any vehicular traffic, bicycle, and pedestrian impacts.
Resolve in the field features of the construction plans that conflict with existing features or will not work as designed through providing clear guidance or seeking guidance.
Inspects, directs, and approves activities for proper use and placement of temporary traffic control devices to assure compliance with Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
Inspect and document activities violating City's Right of Way Code and other appliable City Codes, Policies and adopted standards.
Communicate professionally and effectively with contractors, developers, property owners, business, city staff, and general public regarding assigned projects.
Maintain daily inspection reports, time keeping, data, and project related emails by completing daily reports on projects assigned in various databases and software applications.
Perform duties assigned by Transportation Emergency Management during major catastrophic events from response through recovery.
Escort oversized loads and equipment when required.
Ability to work off hours is required.
Qualifications
Experience, Skills and Education Graduation from an accredited two-year college or university or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Other
A current, valid Washington State Driver's License and a good driving record, and the ability to maintain a good driving record in accordance with City standards is required.
A Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) certification is preferred.
American Public Works Association or Washington State Department of Transportation Inspector Certification is preferred.
Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Five or more years in transportation roadway system infrastructure and/or utility system construction or equivalent inspection experience
Experience in both major private development construction and public works
Knowledge of construction means and methods, materials, and contractor practices in the following areas: structural walls, reinforced concrete, cement and asphalt concrete and flatwork, storm, sewer, water, earthwork, landscaping, irrigation, construction scheduling and work sequencing, signalization, illumination, and channelization.
Knowledge of safety procedures, traffic control, and the ability to obtain a certification with the designation of a Traffic Control Supervisor.
Analytical and detail oriented
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to make and defend decisions and to know when to request assistance.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
Ability to work overtime with minimal advance notice.
Knowledge and ability to de-escalate, problem solve, and resolve construction conflicts in the field.
Ability to work with other City staff, general contractors and the general public.
Other
Physical Demands:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, listening, using hands to; handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color differentiation, and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 50 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or occasionally loud when in the field.
Work may routinely require the employee to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
The employee may be required to work in outside weather conditions, in wet and/or humid conditions, in high precarious places, near moving mechanical parts and traffic, near fumes, airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic hazardous chemical, or near risk of electrical shock and/or vibration. Employee must understand and use appropriate PPE as needed.
The employee will spend most of the workday in the field performing inspections, driving to inspections, or working from the inspection vehicle/mobile office looking at permit plans and documents, performing record keeping, responding to emails, or attending virtual meetings.
For further information about this position, please contact Ken Hageman via email at khageman@bellevuewa.gov or at 425-452-4123. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and being a part of the community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table, embrace the values of honesty, accountability and commitment to service, and take pride in the work they do. You'll work in an environment where being innovative, collaborative, and future focused are the status quo. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exiting place to work, live, and explore. Have we peaked your interest yet? Come join our team! All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838. Bellevue is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to the health and safety of its employees. The work associated with this position may be performed remotely, either full-time or part-time, in compliance with the Governor's Safe Start guidance and the department's telework agreement. There may be situations where the employee is required to physically report to city facilities. Employees reporting to work onsite need to follow safety precautions and procedures as required by the city. ** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**
Oct 25, 2021
Full time
Job Summary
The Transportation Department is looking for a motivated individual with experience in civil and utility construction and management of traffic with significant construction projects for a position as a Senior Right-of-Way Inspector. This Senior Inspector position oversees and inspects permitted work in the City’s rights-of-way by developers, contractors, franchise and non-city utilities and others to ensure conformance to codes and standards and regulations. This work involves ensuring motorist, bicycle and pedestrian safety during all phases of construction and collaboration with other internal and external facing City services. The successful applicant would be part of a close-knit team of inspectors, engineers and permit review staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Inspect commercial and private development projects, and franchise and non-city utility projects to assure compliance with city, state, and federal standards and minimize traffic impacts within the rights of way.
Oversee and inspect construction projects daily, or as required. Make on-site inspections to review progress of work, work to standard, and observe and mitigate any vehicular traffic, bicycle, and pedestrian impacts.
Resolve in the field features of the construction plans that conflict with existing features or will not work as designed through providing clear guidance or seeking guidance.
Inspects, directs, and approves activities for proper use and placement of temporary traffic control devices to assure compliance with Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
Inspect and document activities violating City's Right of Way Code and other appliable City Codes, Policies and adopted standards.
Communicate professionally and effectively with contractors, developers, property owners, business, city staff, and general public regarding assigned projects.
Maintain daily inspection reports, time keeping, data, and project related emails by completing daily reports on projects assigned in various databases and software applications.
Perform duties assigned by Transportation Emergency Management during major catastrophic events from response through recovery.
Escort oversized loads and equipment when required.
Ability to work off hours is required.
Qualifications
Experience, Skills and Education Graduation from an accredited two-year college or university or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
Other
A current, valid Washington State Driver's License and a good driving record, and the ability to maintain a good driving record in accordance with City standards is required.
A Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) certification is preferred.
American Public Works Association or Washington State Department of Transportation Inspector Certification is preferred.
Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Five or more years in transportation roadway system infrastructure and/or utility system construction or equivalent inspection experience
Experience in both major private development construction and public works
Knowledge of construction means and methods, materials, and contractor practices in the following areas: structural walls, reinforced concrete, cement and asphalt concrete and flatwork, storm, sewer, water, earthwork, landscaping, irrigation, construction scheduling and work sequencing, signalization, illumination, and channelization.
Knowledge of safety procedures, traffic control, and the ability to obtain a certification with the designation of a Traffic Control Supervisor.
Analytical and detail oriented
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to make and defend decisions and to know when to request assistance.
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
Ability to work overtime with minimal advance notice.
Knowledge and ability to de-escalate, problem solve, and resolve construction conflicts in the field.
Ability to work with other City staff, general contractors and the general public.
Other
Physical Demands:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves walking, talking, listening, using hands to; handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reaching with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color differentiation, and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 50 pounds.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet while in the office or occasionally loud when in the field.
Work may routinely require the employee to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
The employee may be required to work in outside weather conditions, in wet and/or humid conditions, in high precarious places, near moving mechanical parts and traffic, near fumes, airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic hazardous chemical, or near risk of electrical shock and/or vibration. Employee must understand and use appropriate PPE as needed.
The employee will spend most of the workday in the field performing inspections, driving to inspections, or working from the inspection vehicle/mobile office looking at permit plans and documents, performing record keeping, responding to emails, or attending virtual meetings.
For further information about this position, please contact Ken Hageman via email at khageman@bellevuewa.gov or at 425-452-4123. For any technical difficulties with your application, please contact the NEOGOV support line at 855-524-5627.
At the City of Bellevue, you'll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service, upholding the public interest and being a part of the community vision. Our people bring unique skills and qualities to the table, embrace the values of honesty, accountability and commitment to service, and take pride in the work they do. You'll work in an environment where being innovative, collaborative, and future focused are the status quo. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. It's what makes the City of Bellevue an exiting place to work, live, and explore. Have we peaked your interest yet? Come join our team! All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, genetic information, disability age, veteran status, or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at 425-452-6838. Bellevue is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to the health and safety of its employees. The work associated with this position may be performed remotely, either full-time or part-time, in compliance with the Governor's Safe Start guidance and the department's telework agreement. There may be situations where the employee is required to physically report to city facilities. Employees reporting to work onsite need to follow safety precautions and procedures as required by the city. ** Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.**