Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc
Avon, IN, USA 46123
Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc . is seeking a licensed therapist with a background in social work and/or mental healthcare, and with leadership experience for a rewarding and challenging position as Director of Crisis Services.
Job Summary:
The Director of Crisis Services is responsible for leading outpatient crisis services throughout Cummins, consistent with evidence-based practices that are recognized within the behavioral health industry. Working in collaboration with the organization's leadership, the Director of Crisis Services leads program and service development initiatives and ensures the quality and consistency of this division's clinical practices throughout Cummins' service delivery area. In coordination with the organization's leadership, provides direct support and assistance to persons in crisis and the clinical providers working within this division; conducts quality and performance improvement initiatives; and assists colleagues as they develop and implement strategies to meet the needs of persons in crisis and organizational systems that assist persons in crisis.
The Director of Crisis Services provides a combination of clinical knowledge, case management, leadership, supervision, program evaluation and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) services to establish, support, continuously improve and maintain a high-performing, high-fidelity crisis team serving consumers in psychiatric, substance use, suicidal, homicidal, or other crises.
The crisis team provides crisis intervention services to diverse individuals, families, and other professionals assisting those in crisis. Utilizing contemporary crisis prevention and intervention evidence-based practices, team members work as a member of an interdisciplinary team that includes Peer Recovery Specialists, Crisis Intervention Specialist, Crisis Intervention Therapists, and community emergency response systems including but not limited to local law enforcement, hospitals, and emergency first responders.
The Director of Crisis Services position may work non-traditional hours as this position is the member of a Crisis Response Team that serves Cummins consumers 24-hours per day, 7 days per week. The position consists of a combination of virtual service and face-to-face service in the community, mindful of safety guidelines and risk mitigation procedures.
The crisis team will utilize the following models and approaches to guide the individual and/or family in a position of crisis to a position of safety, necessary to pursue whole person health including:
Evidence based practice for Assessing and Managing Suicide Response.
Trauma and Shame-informed Treatment.
Motivational Interviewing (MI).
The Wellness and Recovery Model and Approach including the inclusion of Peer Recovery Specialists and community allies in the interdisciplinary team approach.
Person and Family-Centered Treatment Planning (PCTP)
Essential Functions:
Crisis Services Program
Provide clinical feedback and recommendations to treatment teams and crisis system workers in order to optimize effective clinical care to persons with high-risk behaviors.
Oversee the planning, development, and implementation of clinical programs within the area of crisis services. Serve as chair or co-chair of program development task groups and committees related to crisis services program initiatives.
Review, revise, develop, and implement clinical and operational policies, procedures, and processes related to the area of crisis services consistent with the organization's goals and professional standards.
Monitor the delivery of crisis services programs and ensure the programs and services offered contribute to the organization's mission, vision, and values statement.
Assist the crisis team in shift coverage, staffing, scheduling, and other managerial duties as needed or required. Coverage of key crisis positions may be required.
Effectively promote, plan, and collaborate with other organizations to enhance crisis service delivery in Cummins service areas including but not limited to building partnerships with organizations across the crisis service delivery continuum, create/approve marketing materials, participate in and attend community meetings concerning crisis services and/or the continuum of crisis services.
Work with leadership to expand crisis services in Cummins service delivery areas.
Quality Assurance
Conduct oversight of clinical practices and systems related to crisis services, maintaining attentiveness to solutions for needed systemic improvements.
Ensure that appropriate risk management practices are established and carried out within crisis services.
Ensure compliance with the requirements of internal and external policies, ethical standards, procedures, laws, contracts, payers, regulations, accreditation standards, and the organization's corporate compliance plan as related to crisis services.
Provide clinical staffing to crisis staff as needed or required.
Professional Development and Performance Improvement
Design and implement performance improvement initiatives to ensure quality and consistency of care and to meet all other needs and expectations of the organization.
Train, teach and guide clinical providers in the usage and refinement of evidence-based clinical practice related to crisis services, necessary for strong clinical outcomes for persons served.
Establish timely and effective communication with appropriate staff to keep them aware of important corporate information, as well as to receive information and insights from them.
Organizational Leadership
Continuously gather, analyze, and interpret appropriate data from internal and external sources to measure key changes in the business climate, market performance, customer satisfaction, future community needs, and performance of county operations.
Provide regular program reports to key systems within Cummins such as Risk Management and Clinical Policy Performance Improvement Committee.
Participate in community, professional, and other activities to advance the interests of the organization and those it serves.
Ensure that respective organizational areas receive adequate advice, assistance, and service to aid them in attaining corporate and business unit objectives, and to be a source of technical assistance related to this service division.
Training and Development:
Participates in continuing education programs and in-service training on request or in conjunction with developmental and training goals or as deemed appropriate to increase personal and professional effectiveness and improve the service quality provided our customers. This individual serves a key role in the development and provision of in-house staff training in the area of crisis services. As appropriate, individual will maintain compliance with Indiana licensure requirements pertaining to continuing education units [CEU's].
Policies and Procedures:
The Clinical Director of Crisis Services is instrumental in developing policies and procedures within the areas overseen. Must have in-depth knowledge of plans and corporate policies and procedures related to the area of crisis services and educate staff about these issues on an ongoing basis. This individual serves as a role model with regard to mission, vision, values, standards, and policy and procedure compliance. This individual will meet all documentation requirements as required by the organization.
Ability to follow corporate guidelines related to personnel policies and procedures and compliance with internal and external standards including:
Will support and demonstrate through his/her actions the philosophy of Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc., as well as its corporate mission, vision, and values;
Will abide by Cummins' policies and procedures, and will meet all documentation requirements.
Comply with internal and external reporting and compliancy requirements, as needed or required, including, the Joint Commission, DMHA, OMPP, OSHA, and other internal/external standards, and adherence to and promotion of the Corporate Compliance Program at Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc.
Education and/or Experience:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Additionally, the following education/experience is required.
Master's degree in behavioral health, social work, counseling, or other related field, and be licensed in the state of Indiana as an LCSW, LMHC, and/or LMFT, or advanced degree in nursing or related health field.
Extensive clinical and operations experience on a regional /multiple facility level.
Three to five years' experience as a senior clinician and/or administrator in an accredited behavioral health organization of similar size or larger than Cummins.
Knowledge and Skills:
The competencies listed below are representative of the knowledge and skill required to perform this job:
Demonstrated competencies and the ability to implement performance improvement practices in the clinical setting.
Advanced knowledge of clinical standards, best practices, and modalities of treatment in the area overseen.
Expertise in and commitment to internal and external customer service.
Planning, business, financial; and other management skills.
Must possess exceptional interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, including clinical documentation skills.
Must be able to document services with an electronic clinical record, clearly indicating an understanding of the consumer's medical necessity for each service provided.
Abilities:
The competencies listed below are representative of the abilities required to perform this job:
Ability to maintain ethical behavior in relationship with the consumer.
Ability to work efficiently and as a team member.
Ability to form a collaborative partnership with the consumer.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment and decision-making independent of the need for direct supervision (although subject to review) and written protocols.
Ability to apply knowledge and demonstrate effectiveness when working with consumers (and their family members) with severe and persistent mental illness, significant behavioral issues, addictions, and/or severe emotional disabilities.
Must demonstrate an ability to work in a performance improvement environment as a member of a high-performance work team.
Ability to provide courteous customer service to consumers, community partners and other staff members.
Compensation and benefits:
Competitive salaries
Excellent work life balance (paid time off and holidays)
Professional and Leadership Training and advancement
Diverse career tracts
Comprehensive benefit package
Clinical support from leaders in field
Matching contributions to your 401K program
As a proud recipient of Platinum level certification for Mental Health America's Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health , Cummins Behavioral Health Systems puts mental health at the forefront of employee health and well-being.
Cummins is one of the State's top-rated community mental/behavioral health and addiction services centers in Customer Satisfaction as recognized by the Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website. https://cumminsbhs.hirecentric.com/jobs/226297-47726.html
Jun 22, 2023
Full time
Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc . is seeking a licensed therapist with a background in social work and/or mental healthcare, and with leadership experience for a rewarding and challenging position as Director of Crisis Services.
Job Summary:
The Director of Crisis Services is responsible for leading outpatient crisis services throughout Cummins, consistent with evidence-based practices that are recognized within the behavioral health industry. Working in collaboration with the organization's leadership, the Director of Crisis Services leads program and service development initiatives and ensures the quality and consistency of this division's clinical practices throughout Cummins' service delivery area. In coordination with the organization's leadership, provides direct support and assistance to persons in crisis and the clinical providers working within this division; conducts quality and performance improvement initiatives; and assists colleagues as they develop and implement strategies to meet the needs of persons in crisis and organizational systems that assist persons in crisis.
The Director of Crisis Services provides a combination of clinical knowledge, case management, leadership, supervision, program evaluation and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) services to establish, support, continuously improve and maintain a high-performing, high-fidelity crisis team serving consumers in psychiatric, substance use, suicidal, homicidal, or other crises.
The crisis team provides crisis intervention services to diverse individuals, families, and other professionals assisting those in crisis. Utilizing contemporary crisis prevention and intervention evidence-based practices, team members work as a member of an interdisciplinary team that includes Peer Recovery Specialists, Crisis Intervention Specialist, Crisis Intervention Therapists, and community emergency response systems including but not limited to local law enforcement, hospitals, and emergency first responders.
The Director of Crisis Services position may work non-traditional hours as this position is the member of a Crisis Response Team that serves Cummins consumers 24-hours per day, 7 days per week. The position consists of a combination of virtual service and face-to-face service in the community, mindful of safety guidelines and risk mitigation procedures.
The crisis team will utilize the following models and approaches to guide the individual and/or family in a position of crisis to a position of safety, necessary to pursue whole person health including:
Evidence based practice for Assessing and Managing Suicide Response.
Trauma and Shame-informed Treatment.
Motivational Interviewing (MI).
The Wellness and Recovery Model and Approach including the inclusion of Peer Recovery Specialists and community allies in the interdisciplinary team approach.
Person and Family-Centered Treatment Planning (PCTP)
Essential Functions:
Crisis Services Program
Provide clinical feedback and recommendations to treatment teams and crisis system workers in order to optimize effective clinical care to persons with high-risk behaviors.
Oversee the planning, development, and implementation of clinical programs within the area of crisis services. Serve as chair or co-chair of program development task groups and committees related to crisis services program initiatives.
Review, revise, develop, and implement clinical and operational policies, procedures, and processes related to the area of crisis services consistent with the organization's goals and professional standards.
Monitor the delivery of crisis services programs and ensure the programs and services offered contribute to the organization's mission, vision, and values statement.
Assist the crisis team in shift coverage, staffing, scheduling, and other managerial duties as needed or required. Coverage of key crisis positions may be required.
Effectively promote, plan, and collaborate with other organizations to enhance crisis service delivery in Cummins service areas including but not limited to building partnerships with organizations across the crisis service delivery continuum, create/approve marketing materials, participate in and attend community meetings concerning crisis services and/or the continuum of crisis services.
Work with leadership to expand crisis services in Cummins service delivery areas.
Quality Assurance
Conduct oversight of clinical practices and systems related to crisis services, maintaining attentiveness to solutions for needed systemic improvements.
Ensure that appropriate risk management practices are established and carried out within crisis services.
Ensure compliance with the requirements of internal and external policies, ethical standards, procedures, laws, contracts, payers, regulations, accreditation standards, and the organization's corporate compliance plan as related to crisis services.
Provide clinical staffing to crisis staff as needed or required.
Professional Development and Performance Improvement
Design and implement performance improvement initiatives to ensure quality and consistency of care and to meet all other needs and expectations of the organization.
Train, teach and guide clinical providers in the usage and refinement of evidence-based clinical practice related to crisis services, necessary for strong clinical outcomes for persons served.
Establish timely and effective communication with appropriate staff to keep them aware of important corporate information, as well as to receive information and insights from them.
Organizational Leadership
Continuously gather, analyze, and interpret appropriate data from internal and external sources to measure key changes in the business climate, market performance, customer satisfaction, future community needs, and performance of county operations.
Provide regular program reports to key systems within Cummins such as Risk Management and Clinical Policy Performance Improvement Committee.
Participate in community, professional, and other activities to advance the interests of the organization and those it serves.
Ensure that respective organizational areas receive adequate advice, assistance, and service to aid them in attaining corporate and business unit objectives, and to be a source of technical assistance related to this service division.
Training and Development:
Participates in continuing education programs and in-service training on request or in conjunction with developmental and training goals or as deemed appropriate to increase personal and professional effectiveness and improve the service quality provided our customers. This individual serves a key role in the development and provision of in-house staff training in the area of crisis services. As appropriate, individual will maintain compliance with Indiana licensure requirements pertaining to continuing education units [CEU's].
Policies and Procedures:
The Clinical Director of Crisis Services is instrumental in developing policies and procedures within the areas overseen. Must have in-depth knowledge of plans and corporate policies and procedures related to the area of crisis services and educate staff about these issues on an ongoing basis. This individual serves as a role model with regard to mission, vision, values, standards, and policy and procedure compliance. This individual will meet all documentation requirements as required by the organization.
Ability to follow corporate guidelines related to personnel policies and procedures and compliance with internal and external standards including:
Will support and demonstrate through his/her actions the philosophy of Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc., as well as its corporate mission, vision, and values;
Will abide by Cummins' policies and procedures, and will meet all documentation requirements.
Comply with internal and external reporting and compliancy requirements, as needed or required, including, the Joint Commission, DMHA, OMPP, OSHA, and other internal/external standards, and adherence to and promotion of the Corporate Compliance Program at Cummins Behavioral Health Systems, Inc.
Education and/or Experience:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Additionally, the following education/experience is required.
Master's degree in behavioral health, social work, counseling, or other related field, and be licensed in the state of Indiana as an LCSW, LMHC, and/or LMFT, or advanced degree in nursing or related health field.
Extensive clinical and operations experience on a regional /multiple facility level.
Three to five years' experience as a senior clinician and/or administrator in an accredited behavioral health organization of similar size or larger than Cummins.
Knowledge and Skills:
The competencies listed below are representative of the knowledge and skill required to perform this job:
Demonstrated competencies and the ability to implement performance improvement practices in the clinical setting.
Advanced knowledge of clinical standards, best practices, and modalities of treatment in the area overseen.
Expertise in and commitment to internal and external customer service.
Planning, business, financial; and other management skills.
Must possess exceptional interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills, including clinical documentation skills.
Must be able to document services with an electronic clinical record, clearly indicating an understanding of the consumer's medical necessity for each service provided.
Abilities:
The competencies listed below are representative of the abilities required to perform this job:
Ability to maintain ethical behavior in relationship with the consumer.
Ability to work efficiently and as a team member.
Ability to form a collaborative partnership with the consumer.
Ability to demonstrate good judgment and decision-making independent of the need for direct supervision (although subject to review) and written protocols.
Ability to apply knowledge and demonstrate effectiveness when working with consumers (and their family members) with severe and persistent mental illness, significant behavioral issues, addictions, and/or severe emotional disabilities.
Must demonstrate an ability to work in a performance improvement environment as a member of a high-performance work team.
Ability to provide courteous customer service to consumers, community partners and other staff members.
Compensation and benefits:
Competitive salaries
Excellent work life balance (paid time off and holidays)
Professional and Leadership Training and advancement
Diverse career tracts
Comprehensive benefit package
Clinical support from leaders in field
Matching contributions to your 401K program
As a proud recipient of Platinum level certification for Mental Health America's Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health , Cummins Behavioral Health Systems puts mental health at the forefront of employee health and well-being.
Cummins is one of the State's top-rated community mental/behavioral health and addiction services centers in Customer Satisfaction as recognized by the Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction.
We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website. https://cumminsbhs.hirecentric.com/jobs/226297-47726.html
King County Department of Local Services, Permitting Division
Renton, WA
SUMMARY:
The Department of Local Services, Permitting Division is seeking an Executive Assistant who will directly support the Permitting Director and Deputy Director in their leadership of the Division. This position requires a high level of discretion due to frequent exposure to sensitive and confidential issues and communications. The selected candidate will perform complex administrative support and organizational coordination functions.
The selected candidate is expected to learn and maintain knowledge of division projects and implement projects at the direction of the Director and Deputy Director, to problem-solve for division-wide issues; to keep the Division Director and Deputy Director apprised of current and potential challenges; to manage and prioritize numerous incoming requests with skill, including those from departmental leadership; and to maintain strict confidentiality. With excellent communication skills, the selected candidate will frequently convey instructions to senior staff on projects in coordination with the Division Director and Deputy Director and ensure follow-through of those instructions. Strong people skills and high attention to detail and accuracy is required.
The incumbent should be committed to working with diverse populations throughout King County to provide excellent customer service to a broad range of cultures, in accordance with the King County Equity and Social Justice Ordinance and the King County Strategic Plan. The position supports and advances the Permitting Division’s values for fair and culturally competent service delivery, innovative, effective and efficient application of resources, building a culture of continuous improvement and expanding opportunities to seek input, listen and respond to residents.
JOB DUTIES:
To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum, demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to:
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.
Provide wide variety of daily support to Division Director, Deputy Director, and senior leadership staff to accomplish their duties and responsibilities in the leadership of the division.
Provide technical expertise to the Division Director, Deputy Director, and senior staff.
Support program development for the Division, in coordination with Division Director and Deputy Director.
Assist Division Director, Deputy Director, and Senior Staff with responses to elected officials, community groups and the general public.
Take meeting notes at a wide variety of meetings and track action items and progress.
Compose, draft, summarize, prepare, proofread, edit documents, memos, contracts, letters and/or reports for the Division Director, Deputy Director, Chief Financial Officer, HR Manager and Product Line Managers to ensure they conform to established procedures, and high customer service standards.
Maintain the calendar schedule for the Division Director and Deputy Director.
Develop, implement and evaluate methods for monitoring existing and new administrative systems to support work activities at the division level.
Business System Administration: support for user licenses, accounts, access to enterprise applications, use of system reporting tools, vendor relations and contract administration.
Convey directions and instructions to senior staff on project basis. Furnish explanations, when necessary. Advise staff of the Director’s and Deputy Director’s preference and requirements. Provide regular reminders to staff and maintain a detail tracking system to ensure deadlines are met.
Organize, update and maintain the hard copy and electronic files using various software and systems including SharePoint.
Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
The ideal candidate will have the following:
Demonstrated experience providing primary administrative support to one or more senior leaders in a business or government setting.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, including understanding and executing complex verbal and written instructions.
Excellent organizational skills, requiring ability to prioritize and effectively manage numerous ongoing, emerging projects, and requests daily while meeting deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including considering and responding appropriately to the needs, feelings, concerns and capabilities of a wide diversity of people in different situations. Ability to be tactful, compassionate and sensitive, and treat others with respect.
Strong skillset in providing direction to others and following through on project milestones and deliverables.
Strong familiarity with principles of equity and social justice and ability to apply equity and social justice principles in the workplace.
Excellent problem-solving capabilities, including problems of a complex and sensitive nature regarding staff and organizational function, as well as problems of a technical nature.
Experience managing highly confidential, and sensitive issues effectively and with integrity
Ability to prioritize workload, work efficiently and calmly under pressure with tight turn-around times and every-changing priorities; juggle and track multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.
Knowledge and ability to apply proper grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure to documents.
Experience in business system administration
Have intermediate to expert-level skills with technology tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint.
Our most competitive candidate will also have:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products, including as a SharePoint user and/or SharePoint site administrator
Familiarity with business intelligence tools such as Power BI
Experience in business system administration
Experience with PeopleSoft, DocuSign, Visio, Teams
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview the week of October 3, 2022.
If you are selected as a finalist, you will be asked to come back the week of October 17, 2022, for a second interview.
This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies for up to 6 months. Including appointed, special duty assignments, STT and TLT opportunities.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. WORK SCHEDULE: The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours. This full-time position is overtime eligible. FORMS AND MATERIALS: An online employment application, resume, and a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge and skills for the job are required. SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. Interviews will be conducted via Teams. Reference checks and file reviews will be conducted.
UNION MEMBERSHIP: Non-represented
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Vivienne Swai Human Resources Analyst 206-477-1538 vswai@kingcounty.gov Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement King County Executive Branch employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are the successful candidate for the position you applied for, the County will send you a conditional offer letter. As a condition of employment, prior to a final offer of employment, you will be required to: • submit proof of vaccination or • have an approved request for medical or religious exemption and an approved accommodation. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation. People are considered fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after receiving the final dose of a vaccination approved by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Executive Branch includes employees in the Executive branch, the Assessor’s Office, Elections, the King County Sheriff’s Office, and the Executive Office.
Teleworking Requirement The work associated with this position will be performed by teleworking; complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. The responsibilities of this position may include regular and ongoing in-office work involving in person customer service in accordance with the division's available customer service options.
Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the wearing of masks in some situations . King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely.
The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
King County is the local service provider for the roughly quarter-million people who live in the unincorporated areas of the county. Taken together, the population in unincorporated King County would be the second-largest city in the state. The Department of Local Services includes a Director's Office and the Road Services and Permitting Divisions. The Director’s Office includes a robust Community Service Area group focused on identifying and responding to the needs of urban and rural unincorporated King County residents and businesses. The department provides a single executive point of accountability for delivery of local services to all the unincorporated areas.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our " True North ", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Sep 13, 2022
Full time
SUMMARY:
The Department of Local Services, Permitting Division is seeking an Executive Assistant who will directly support the Permitting Director and Deputy Director in their leadership of the Division. This position requires a high level of discretion due to frequent exposure to sensitive and confidential issues and communications. The selected candidate will perform complex administrative support and organizational coordination functions.
The selected candidate is expected to learn and maintain knowledge of division projects and implement projects at the direction of the Director and Deputy Director, to problem-solve for division-wide issues; to keep the Division Director and Deputy Director apprised of current and potential challenges; to manage and prioritize numerous incoming requests with skill, including those from departmental leadership; and to maintain strict confidentiality. With excellent communication skills, the selected candidate will frequently convey instructions to senior staff on projects in coordination with the Division Director and Deputy Director and ensure follow-through of those instructions. Strong people skills and high attention to detail and accuracy is required.
The incumbent should be committed to working with diverse populations throughout King County to provide excellent customer service to a broad range of cultures, in accordance with the King County Equity and Social Justice Ordinance and the King County Strategic Plan. The position supports and advances the Permitting Division’s values for fair and culturally competent service delivery, innovative, effective and efficient application of resources, building a culture of continuous improvement and expanding opportunities to seek input, listen and respond to residents.
JOB DUTIES:
To be considered for this opportunity, you must at a minimum, demonstrate knowledge, skill and ability to:
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.
Provide wide variety of daily support to Division Director, Deputy Director, and senior leadership staff to accomplish their duties and responsibilities in the leadership of the division.
Provide technical expertise to the Division Director, Deputy Director, and senior staff.
Support program development for the Division, in coordination with Division Director and Deputy Director.
Assist Division Director, Deputy Director, and Senior Staff with responses to elected officials, community groups and the general public.
Take meeting notes at a wide variety of meetings and track action items and progress.
Compose, draft, summarize, prepare, proofread, edit documents, memos, contracts, letters and/or reports for the Division Director, Deputy Director, Chief Financial Officer, HR Manager and Product Line Managers to ensure they conform to established procedures, and high customer service standards.
Maintain the calendar schedule for the Division Director and Deputy Director.
Develop, implement and evaluate methods for monitoring existing and new administrative systems to support work activities at the division level.
Business System Administration: support for user licenses, accounts, access to enterprise applications, use of system reporting tools, vendor relations and contract administration.
Convey directions and instructions to senior staff on project basis. Furnish explanations, when necessary. Advise staff of the Director’s and Deputy Director’s preference and requirements. Provide regular reminders to staff and maintain a detail tracking system to ensure deadlines are met.
Organize, update and maintain the hard copy and electronic files using various software and systems including SharePoint.
Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
The ideal candidate will have the following:
Demonstrated experience providing primary administrative support to one or more senior leaders in a business or government setting.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, including understanding and executing complex verbal and written instructions.
Excellent organizational skills, requiring ability to prioritize and effectively manage numerous ongoing, emerging projects, and requests daily while meeting deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including considering and responding appropriately to the needs, feelings, concerns and capabilities of a wide diversity of people in different situations. Ability to be tactful, compassionate and sensitive, and treat others with respect.
Strong skillset in providing direction to others and following through on project milestones and deliverables.
Strong familiarity with principles of equity and social justice and ability to apply equity and social justice principles in the workplace.
Excellent problem-solving capabilities, including problems of a complex and sensitive nature regarding staff and organizational function, as well as problems of a technical nature.
Experience managing highly confidential, and sensitive issues effectively and with integrity
Ability to prioritize workload, work efficiently and calmly under pressure with tight turn-around times and every-changing priorities; juggle and track multiple assignments, and meet deadlines.
Knowledge and ability to apply proper grammar, punctuation, and sentence structure to documents.
Experience in business system administration
Have intermediate to expert-level skills with technology tools: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint.
Our most competitive candidate will also have:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products, including as a SharePoint user and/or SharePoint site administrator
Familiarity with business intelligence tools such as Power BI
Experience in business system administration
Experience with PeopleSoft, DocuSign, Visio, Teams
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview the week of October 3, 2022.
If you are selected as a finalist, you will be asked to come back the week of October 17, 2022, for a second interview.
This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies for up to 6 months. Including appointed, special duty assignments, STT and TLT opportunities.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. WORK SCHEDULE: The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours. This full-time position is overtime eligible. FORMS AND MATERIALS: An online employment application, resume, and a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge and skills for the job are required. SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. Interviews will be conducted via Teams. Reference checks and file reviews will be conducted.
UNION MEMBERSHIP: Non-represented
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Vivienne Swai Human Resources Analyst 206-477-1538 vswai@kingcounty.gov Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement King County Executive Branch employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are the successful candidate for the position you applied for, the County will send you a conditional offer letter. As a condition of employment, prior to a final offer of employment, you will be required to: • submit proof of vaccination or • have an approved request for medical or religious exemption and an approved accommodation. Philosophical, political, scientific, or sociological objections to vaccination will not be considered for an exemption or accommodation. People are considered fully vaccinated against COVID-19 two weeks after receiving the final dose of a vaccination approved by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The Executive Branch includes employees in the Executive branch, the Assessor’s Office, Elections, the King County Sheriff’s Office, and the Executive Office.
Teleworking Requirement The work associated with this position will be performed by teleworking; complemented with onsite work and meetings as needed. The responsibilities of this position may include regular and ongoing in-office work involving in person customer service in accordance with the division's available customer service options.
Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required, including the wearing of masks in some situations . King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely.
The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
King County is the local service provider for the roughly quarter-million people who live in the unincorporated areas of the county. Taken together, the population in unincorporated King County would be the second-largest city in the state. The Department of Local Services includes a Director's Office and the Road Services and Permitting Divisions. The Director’s Office includes a robust Community Service Area group focused on identifying and responding to the needs of urban and rural unincorporated King County residents and businesses. The department provides a single executive point of accountability for delivery of local services to all the unincorporated areas.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our " True North ", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement.
E-INFOSOL LLC is seeking a Systems Engineer II (Unix/Linux) to support a contract in Pocatello, ID.
Job Description:
Responsible for design, deployment, testing, certification, patching, addressing interoperability issues, not only of the base operating system, but for all support libraries, components and application dependencies.
Responsible for the engineering design, installation, implementation, and configuration as well as ongoing support of the Unix/Linux Infrastructure.
Possess advanced knowledge and skill for all Linux environments.
Create and maintain bare-metal and virtual machines with the appropriate distribution and patch levels of Linux and network configuration, using tools that include Satellite Server, Puppet and BigFix.
Provision/configure required software onto servers, such as web servers and databases.
Evaluate, improve, and maintain the information security throughout the Linux infrastructure.
Monitor and correct critical server issues and create recovery processes for failures and performance bottlenecks.
Manage and monitor all installed systems and infrastructure.
Possess excellent knowledge base in DNS, DHCP, LDAP, SMTP, and integration with Windows to solve functional or technical issues.
Install, configure, test and maintain operating systems, application software and system management tools
Proactively ensure the highest levels of systems and infrastructure availability
Monitor and test application performance for potential bottlenecks, identify possible solutions, and work with developers to implement those fixes
Maintain security, backup, and redundancy strategies
Write and maintain custom scripts to increase system efficiency and lower the human intervention time on any tasks
Participate in the design of information and operational support systems
Provide 3rd level of support.
Build new baselines with the appropriate security and access controls to include DISA STIGS and required security controls. Updated baselines will be required quarterly and new versions within 90 days of the manufacturer’s release to production and full DISA STIGS.
Engineer multi factor authentication between Linux environments and the enterprise Windows infrastructure components.
Engineer solutions for baselines to operate in full standalone mode, domain mode, and fully integrated mode for all classification levels and enclaves.
Work with the developers to transition applications from one platform to another to include from physical to virtual and virtual to cloud.
Work with security components to resolve any security findings or vulnerabilities and apply fixes or updates as well as solutions to achieve closure.
Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution
Ensure technical documentation exists for all systems and is kept up to date to include inventory and patch levels of all systems to include hostnames, property numbers, IP addresses, enclave, number of cores, number of processors, admin passwords, certificates, and service accounts on a monthly interval.
Integrate systems with Windows as it applies to authentication and core services dependencies such single sign-on and Active Directory. Engineer and implement solutions for multi factor authentication with customer standardized software and hardware.
Document system configurations to include passwords, access controls, version number, and revision numbers, patch levels, and inventory to include hostnames, TCP/IP addresses, number of processors, and number of cores, memory, and license keys.
Continually transition knowledge to the government staff through training and assistance on how to use the technology using industry best practices.
Experience/Education requirements for the Senior Systems Engineer II (Unix/Linux)
Bachelor’s degree
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE),
5+ years of experience or Red Hat Certified Administrator (RHCA) and, a bachelor’s degree preferred, and 6 years of experience required.
Systems Engineer skill set with focus on Unix based systems such as Red Hat Linux, Solaris, SuSE, and CentOS.
Apr 14, 2022
Full time
E-INFOSOL LLC is seeking a Systems Engineer II (Unix/Linux) to support a contract in Pocatello, ID.
Job Description:
Responsible for design, deployment, testing, certification, patching, addressing interoperability issues, not only of the base operating system, but for all support libraries, components and application dependencies.
Responsible for the engineering design, installation, implementation, and configuration as well as ongoing support of the Unix/Linux Infrastructure.
Possess advanced knowledge and skill for all Linux environments.
Create and maintain bare-metal and virtual machines with the appropriate distribution and patch levels of Linux and network configuration, using tools that include Satellite Server, Puppet and BigFix.
Provision/configure required software onto servers, such as web servers and databases.
Evaluate, improve, and maintain the information security throughout the Linux infrastructure.
Monitor and correct critical server issues and create recovery processes for failures and performance bottlenecks.
Manage and monitor all installed systems and infrastructure.
Possess excellent knowledge base in DNS, DHCP, LDAP, SMTP, and integration with Windows to solve functional or technical issues.
Install, configure, test and maintain operating systems, application software and system management tools
Proactively ensure the highest levels of systems and infrastructure availability
Monitor and test application performance for potential bottlenecks, identify possible solutions, and work with developers to implement those fixes
Maintain security, backup, and redundancy strategies
Write and maintain custom scripts to increase system efficiency and lower the human intervention time on any tasks
Participate in the design of information and operational support systems
Provide 3rd level of support.
Build new baselines with the appropriate security and access controls to include DISA STIGS and required security controls. Updated baselines will be required quarterly and new versions within 90 days of the manufacturer’s release to production and full DISA STIGS.
Engineer multi factor authentication between Linux environments and the enterprise Windows infrastructure components.
Engineer solutions for baselines to operate in full standalone mode, domain mode, and fully integrated mode for all classification levels and enclaves.
Work with the developers to transition applications from one platform to another to include from physical to virtual and virtual to cloud.
Work with security components to resolve any security findings or vulnerabilities and apply fixes or updates as well as solutions to achieve closure.
Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution
Ensure technical documentation exists for all systems and is kept up to date to include inventory and patch levels of all systems to include hostnames, property numbers, IP addresses, enclave, number of cores, number of processors, admin passwords, certificates, and service accounts on a monthly interval.
Integrate systems with Windows as it applies to authentication and core services dependencies such single sign-on and Active Directory. Engineer and implement solutions for multi factor authentication with customer standardized software and hardware.
Document system configurations to include passwords, access controls, version number, and revision numbers, patch levels, and inventory to include hostnames, TCP/IP addresses, number of processors, and number of cores, memory, and license keys.
Continually transition knowledge to the government staff through training and assistance on how to use the technology using industry best practices.
Experience/Education requirements for the Senior Systems Engineer II (Unix/Linux)
Bachelor’s degree
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE),
5+ years of experience or Red Hat Certified Administrator (RHCA) and, a bachelor’s degree preferred, and 6 years of experience required.
Systems Engineer skill set with focus on Unix based systems such as Red Hat Linux, Solaris, SuSE, and CentOS.
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Hazardous Waste & Toxics Reduction Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a team lead for our Generation Fee and Annual Reporting teams. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA . Do you like to help people? We’re looking for a senior environmental section specialist that will teach, train, mentor, and oversee the quality of junior staff’s work. This position is a great opportunity to sharpen your communication, organization, and leadership skills. In this role, you will mentor two teams and work with external clients to help with Annual Dangerous Waste Reporting and collection of the Hazardous Waste Generation Fee. The rules for both are complex and require in-depth knowledge of WAC 173-303 and WAC 173-305. T he mission of the HWTR Program is to protect Washington’s residents and environment by reducing the use of toxic chemicals, safely managing dangerous waste, preventing new contaminated sites, and cleaning up contamination. The HWTR vision is to be national leaders in minimizing and eliminating the impacts of toxic chemicals and hazardous waste. Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embrace the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding building occupancy, mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of February 17 , 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before February 16 , 2022 The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date. Note: This position has been reposted to increase the size of the applicant pool. If you previously applied, you will need to reapply to be considered.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
This position is the team lead for two teams in our Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program (HWTR): Hazardous Waste Generation Fee Team: This team is responsible for the annual collection of more than $2,000,000 in fees that provide funding for waste reduction, education, and technical assistance to the business community to help achieve our HWTR goals. In this part of the role, you will:
Identify and bill business sectors that have the potential to generate hazardous waste.
Oversee the collection of the fee.
Manage between 4,500 and 7,000 calls and emails in a 5-month period.
Annual Reporting Team: This team collects and reviews HWTR's Annual Dangerous Waste Reports. In this part of the role, you will:
Train staff, decide on process changes, and oversee the quality and timely completion of work.
Analyze dangerous waste generation and management data for agency staff.
Serve as the business lead and manager in the development, maintenance, and use of the TurboWaste reporting application.
Be responsible for the quality of report data entered into EPA’s Federal RCRAInfo web application.
What you will do:
Serve as the statewide authority on the Hazardous Waste Generation Fee.
Lead a team of 7 in the billing, collection, and administrative aspects of the Generation Fee.
Be responsible for reconciling and reporting financials to program management.
Serve as the team lead for the Annual Dangerous Waste Reporting team.
Train, coach, and mentor junior staff.
Provide technical support to businesses that are required to report their dangerous waste activities to Ecology and the EPA.
Help businesses determine if the Generation Fee applies to their business.
Help the team find the most efficient ways to perform the required tasks.
Qualifications
The goal class for this position is an Environmental Specialist 4 (ES4). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for both the ES4 and the ES3 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements for the ES3 level then they will be hired as an ES3 and will be placed in a training program to become an ES4 within a specified period of time.
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
At the Environmental Specialist 3 level: Pay Range 49 ($3,887 - $5,102 – monthly)
Option 1:
Six (6) years of combined education and experience:
Education: I nvolving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Experience: In environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning. Experience must also include knowledge of general accounting principles.
Experience may also include a combination of the following:
Assisting businesses with regulatory requirements, including explaining options for coming into compliance.
Leading teams through complicated and difficult projects.
Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data collected.
Providing technical support to database administrators.
Analyzing and applies complex policies, procedures, statues and/or regulations.
Developing of policies, procedures, statutes and/or regulations of a high degree of complexity.
Conducting research for routine technical projects.
Providing technical support to users of data systems.
Providing respectful support to frustrated or confused customers.
Option 2:
A Bachelor's degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Two (2) years of experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include experience as described in Option 1.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
Option 3:
A Master’s degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
One (1) year of experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include experience as described in Option 1.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
Option 4:
A Ph.D. in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position: Possible Combinations. | College credit hours or degree. | Years of professional level experience. Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 6 years of experience Combination 2 | I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 5 years of experience Combination 3 | I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 4 years of experience Combination 4 | I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 3 years of experience Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 2 years of experience Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 1 year of experience Combination 7 | A Ph.D | No experience required
At the Environmental Specialist 4 level Pay Range 55 ($4,509 - $5,913 monthly) Goal Class
Option 1:
Nine (9) years of combined education and experience:
Education: I nvolving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Experience: In environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning. Experience must also include knowledge of general accounting principles.
Experience may also include a combination of the following:
Assisting businesses with regulatory requirements, including explaining options for coming into compliance.
Leading teams through complicated and difficult projects.
Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data collected.
Providing technical support to database administrators.
Analyzing and applies complex policies, procedures, statues and/or regulations.
Developing of policies, procedures, statutes and/or regulations of a high degree of complexity.
Conducting research for routine technical projects.
Providing technical support to users of data systems.
Providing respectful support to frustrated or confused customers.
Option 2:
A Bachelor's degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Five (5) years of experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning , which may include experience as described in Option 1.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
Option 3:
A Master’s degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Three (3) years of experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning , which may include experience as described in Option 1.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
Option 4:
A Ph.D. in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field
Two (2) years of experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning , which may include experience as described in Option 1.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
Option 5:
Two (2) years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3 at the Department of Ecology.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree | Years of required experience Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 9 years of experience Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 8 years of experience Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 7 years of experience Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 6 years of experience Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 5 years of experience Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 3 years of experience Combination 7 | A PhD | 2 years of experience
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Experience implementing Washington State’s Dangerous Waste Regulations (WAC 173-303).
Knowledge of the Hazardous Waste Generation Fee Regulations (WAC 173-305).
Experience processing fee billings, payments, and using a financial data system.
Note : Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Jeri Brining at: Jeri.Brining@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Jeri to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Jan 28, 2022
Full time
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Hazardous Waste & Toxics Reduction Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a team lead for our Generation Fee and Annual Reporting teams. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA . Do you like to help people? We’re looking for a senior environmental section specialist that will teach, train, mentor, and oversee the quality of junior staff’s work. This position is a great opportunity to sharpen your communication, organization, and leadership skills. In this role, you will mentor two teams and work with external clients to help with Annual Dangerous Waste Reporting and collection of the Hazardous Waste Generation Fee. The rules for both are complex and require in-depth knowledge of WAC 173-303 and WAC 173-305. T he mission of the HWTR Program is to protect Washington’s residents and environment by reducing the use of toxic chemicals, safely managing dangerous waste, preventing new contaminated sites, and cleaning up contamination. The HWTR vision is to be national leaders in minimizing and eliminating the impacts of toxic chemicals and hazardous waste. Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embrace the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding building occupancy, mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of February 17 , 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before February 16 , 2022 The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date. Note: This position has been reposted to increase the size of the applicant pool. If you previously applied, you will need to reapply to be considered.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
This position is the team lead for two teams in our Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program (HWTR): Hazardous Waste Generation Fee Team: This team is responsible for the annual collection of more than $2,000,000 in fees that provide funding for waste reduction, education, and technical assistance to the business community to help achieve our HWTR goals. In this part of the role, you will:
Identify and bill business sectors that have the potential to generate hazardous waste.
Oversee the collection of the fee.
Manage between 4,500 and 7,000 calls and emails in a 5-month period.
Annual Reporting Team: This team collects and reviews HWTR's Annual Dangerous Waste Reports. In this part of the role, you will:
Train staff, decide on process changes, and oversee the quality and timely completion of work.
Analyze dangerous waste generation and management data for agency staff.
Serve as the business lead and manager in the development, maintenance, and use of the TurboWaste reporting application.
Be responsible for the quality of report data entered into EPA’s Federal RCRAInfo web application.
What you will do:
Serve as the statewide authority on the Hazardous Waste Generation Fee.
Lead a team of 7 in the billing, collection, and administrative aspects of the Generation Fee.
Be responsible for reconciling and reporting financials to program management.
Serve as the team lead for the Annual Dangerous Waste Reporting team.
Train, coach, and mentor junior staff.
Provide technical support to businesses that are required to report their dangerous waste activities to Ecology and the EPA.
Help businesses determine if the Generation Fee applies to their business.
Help the team find the most efficient ways to perform the required tasks.
Qualifications
The goal class for this position is an Environmental Specialist 4 (ES4). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for both the ES4 and the ES3 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements for the ES3 level then they will be hired as an ES3 and will be placed in a training program to become an ES4 within a specified period of time.
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
At the Environmental Specialist 3 level: Pay Range 49 ($3,887 - $5,102 – monthly)
Option 1:
Six (6) years of combined education and experience:
Education: I nvolving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Experience: In environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning. Experience must also include knowledge of general accounting principles.
Experience may also include a combination of the following:
Assisting businesses with regulatory requirements, including explaining options for coming into compliance.
Leading teams through complicated and difficult projects.
Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data collected.
Providing technical support to database administrators.
Analyzing and applies complex policies, procedures, statues and/or regulations.
Developing of policies, procedures, statutes and/or regulations of a high degree of complexity.
Conducting research for routine technical projects.
Providing technical support to users of data systems.
Providing respectful support to frustrated or confused customers.
Option 2:
A Bachelor's degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Two (2) years of experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include experience as described in Option 1.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
Option 3:
A Master’s degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
One (1) year of experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include experience as described in Option 1.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
Option 4:
A Ph.D. in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position: Possible Combinations. | College credit hours or degree. | Years of professional level experience. Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 6 years of experience Combination 2 | I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 5 years of experience Combination 3 | I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 4 years of experience Combination 4 | I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 3 years of experience Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 2 years of experience Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 1 year of experience Combination 7 | A Ph.D | No experience required
At the Environmental Specialist 4 level Pay Range 55 ($4,509 - $5,913 monthly) Goal Class
Option 1:
Nine (9) years of combined education and experience:
Education: I nvolving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Experience: In environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning. Experience must also include knowledge of general accounting principles.
Experience may also include a combination of the following:
Assisting businesses with regulatory requirements, including explaining options for coming into compliance.
Leading teams through complicated and difficult projects.
Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data collected.
Providing technical support to database administrators.
Analyzing and applies complex policies, procedures, statues and/or regulations.
Developing of policies, procedures, statutes and/or regulations of a high degree of complexity.
Conducting research for routine technical projects.
Providing technical support to users of data systems.
Providing respectful support to frustrated or confused customers.
Option 2:
A Bachelor's degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Five (5) years of experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning , which may include experience as described in Option 1.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
Option 3:
A Master’s degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Three (3) years of experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning , which may include experience as described in Option 1.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
Option 4:
A Ph.D. in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field
Two (2) years of experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning , which may include experience as described in Option 1.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
Option 5:
Two (2) years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3 at the Department of Ecology.
Knowledge of general accounting principles.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree | Years of required experience Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 9 years of experience Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 8 years of experience Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 7 years of experience Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 6 years of experience Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 5 years of experience Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 3 years of experience Combination 7 | A PhD | 2 years of experience
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Experience implementing Washington State’s Dangerous Waste Regulations (WAC 173-303).
Knowledge of the Hazardous Waste Generation Fee Regulations (WAC 173-305).
Experience processing fee billings, payments, and using a financial data system.
Note : Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
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Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Jeri Brining at: Jeri.Brining@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Jeri to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
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Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.