Multnomah County Dept. of Community Justice
Portland, Oregon
THIS WORK MATTERS! Are you an experienced research analyst with exceptional skills in statistical analysis, data reporting, and quality assurance? Do you actively seek input and collaboration across multiple stakeholder groups? Are you experienced with sharing complex and dynamic data to technical and nontechnical audiences? Are you looking for a career where your attention to detail, strong data analysis skills, and knowledge of research ethics and best practices will contribute to improving the outcomes of justice involved individuals in our community? Most importantly, do you thrive on working in an applied research setting with an interdisciplinary team where your analyses can directly impact adult programs and policies?
The Multnomah County Department of Community Justice is looking for a Statistical Research Analyst, Senior to join the Research & Planning team. In this role, you will work on research and data services for the Adult Services Division. This team collects, interprets, analyzes, and disseminates information used by stakeholders for operational decision-making, policy formulation, mandatory reporting, quality assurance, and release to the general public. This position works under the direction of and in collaboration with the Research & Planning Operations Manager.
In this role you will be responsible for:
Analyzing data from a variety of data sources to answer key policy questions related to the supervision of adults supervised by the Department of Community Justice.
Maintaining awareness of departmental data sources, information needs, and the most compelling reporting formats to meet these needs.
Collaborating with other County analysts and stakeholders in a deadline driven environment, to communicate statistical analysis results to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences.
Designing and developing dashboards, and other data visualizations that engage internal and external stakeholders.
Exploring and linking multiple administrative databases with SQL code to extract the most relevant data to policymakers and field staff
Common tasks you may perform:
Engage with and collect data inquiries from diverse stakeholders - including Department Executive-level Managers, Adult Services Division field staff, and community partners.
Collaborate and communicate with team members through all stages of the data analysis and reporting process.
Create and adhere to quality assurance and best practices in data analysis and visualization.
Identify and research available data sources including performing validity and reliability checks of primary and secondary data sources.
Contribute to the dissemination and communication planning of data analysis results and visualizations.
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Statistical Research Analyst, Senior who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
You have strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships in a culturally diverse environment and across many levels in the organization.
You have strong technical skills and knowledge of how to query large administrative datasets.
You have a collaborative approach when working within a team.
You are a self-directed planner with exceptional time-management skills who exercises independent judgment to meet multiple project deadlines.
You demonstrate ethical research behavior when applying the principles of research and evaluation.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises approximately 7,500 justice-involved individuals annually and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for approximately 500 youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience, with major coursework in criminal justice, statistics, mathematics, psychology, social science, or a related field demonstrating the capacity for the required knowledge and skills;
Three years of increasingly responsible work experience in a full range of professional statistical work such as (a) sampling, (b) collecting, computing, and analyzing statistical data, and (c) applying statistical techniques such as measurement of central tendency, dispersion, skewness, sampling error, simple and multiple correlation, analysis of variance, and statistical modeling, such as logistic regression, multiple regression, HLM, matching (Propensity Score Matching, Coarse Exact Matching, etc.) and other tests of significance.
Working knowledge in SQL, primarily the ability to create and conduct queries on SQL databases but also including the ability to create and maintain databases, update and revise existing databases, and import and export data into new or existing databases.
Working knowledge of statistical packages such as R, SAS, or STATA.
Advanced level expertise in statistical analysis utilizing multiple data systems, such as DOC400, DSSJ DataMart, and other Departmental internal databases.
Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, including being fingerprinted.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.
Type: Represented
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: Hybrid Telework and Juvenile Justice Complex, 1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland, OR 97213
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military etc.)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Access to a free annual Trimet bus pass
Access to wellness resources
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Feb 06, 2024
Full time
THIS WORK MATTERS! Are you an experienced research analyst with exceptional skills in statistical analysis, data reporting, and quality assurance? Do you actively seek input and collaboration across multiple stakeholder groups? Are you experienced with sharing complex and dynamic data to technical and nontechnical audiences? Are you looking for a career where your attention to detail, strong data analysis skills, and knowledge of research ethics and best practices will contribute to improving the outcomes of justice involved individuals in our community? Most importantly, do you thrive on working in an applied research setting with an interdisciplinary team where your analyses can directly impact adult programs and policies?
The Multnomah County Department of Community Justice is looking for a Statistical Research Analyst, Senior to join the Research & Planning team. In this role, you will work on research and data services for the Adult Services Division. This team collects, interprets, analyzes, and disseminates information used by stakeholders for operational decision-making, policy formulation, mandatory reporting, quality assurance, and release to the general public. This position works under the direction of and in collaboration with the Research & Planning Operations Manager.
In this role you will be responsible for:
Analyzing data from a variety of data sources to answer key policy questions related to the supervision of adults supervised by the Department of Community Justice.
Maintaining awareness of departmental data sources, information needs, and the most compelling reporting formats to meet these needs.
Collaborating with other County analysts and stakeholders in a deadline driven environment, to communicate statistical analysis results to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences.
Designing and developing dashboards, and other data visualizations that engage internal and external stakeholders.
Exploring and linking multiple administrative databases with SQL code to extract the most relevant data to policymakers and field staff
Common tasks you may perform:
Engage with and collect data inquiries from diverse stakeholders - including Department Executive-level Managers, Adult Services Division field staff, and community partners.
Collaborate and communicate with team members through all stages of the data analysis and reporting process.
Create and adhere to quality assurance and best practices in data analysis and visualization.
Identify and research available data sources including performing validity and reliability checks of primary and secondary data sources.
Contribute to the dissemination and communication planning of data analysis results and visualizations.
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Statistical Research Analyst, Senior who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
You have strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships in a culturally diverse environment and across many levels in the organization.
You have strong technical skills and knowledge of how to query large administrative datasets.
You have a collaborative approach when working within a team.
You are a self-directed planner with exceptional time-management skills who exercises independent judgment to meet multiple project deadlines.
You demonstrate ethical research behavior when applying the principles of research and evaluation.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises approximately 7,500 justice-involved individuals annually and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for approximately 500 youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
The Department of Community Justice's Strategic Plan (Executive Summary and Full report) can be found at: https://multco.us/file/68223/download .
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience, with major coursework in criminal justice, statistics, mathematics, psychology, social science, or a related field demonstrating the capacity for the required knowledge and skills;
Three years of increasingly responsible work experience in a full range of professional statistical work such as (a) sampling, (b) collecting, computing, and analyzing statistical data, and (c) applying statistical techniques such as measurement of central tendency, dispersion, skewness, sampling error, simple and multiple correlation, analysis of variance, and statistical modeling, such as logistic regression, multiple regression, HLM, matching (Propensity Score Matching, Coarse Exact Matching, etc.) and other tests of significance.
Working knowledge in SQL, primarily the ability to create and conduct queries on SQL databases but also including the ability to create and maintain databases, update and revise existing databases, and import and export data into new or existing databases.
Working knowledge of statistical packages such as R, SAS, or STATA.
Advanced level expertise in statistical analysis utilizing multiple data systems, such as DOC400, DSSJ DataMart, and other Departmental internal databases.
Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation, including being fingerprinted.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.
Type: Represented
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: Hybrid Telework and Juvenile Justice Complex, 1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland, OR 97213
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
Qualify for a defined benefit pension after five years of vesting; we pick up the employee's share of the retirement contribution (6% of subject wages).
Generous paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, bereavement, military etc.)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Access to a free annual Trimet bus pass
Access to wellness resources
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Multiple Locations
Per Governor Inslee’s Directive 22-13.1 , state employees must be fully vaccinated effective November 4, 2022. Providing proof of being fully vaccinated is a condition of employment and your vaccine status will be verified prior to starting work. Being fully vaccinated means two weeks after you have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use, licensed or otherwise authorized or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or listed for emergency use or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Office of Equity and Environmental Justice (OEEJ) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill an Environmental Justice Engagement Coordinator (Management Analyst 5) position.
The position can be located in any one of our offices listed below:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
N orthwest Region Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA . Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Eastern Region Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from one of the above office locations.
The Environmental Justice Engagement Coordinator is a senior position with agency-wide impact. You will lead change across the agency to build understanding, competency, and consistency in community and Tribal engagement practices. In this position, you will gain leadership and policy experience, exposure to the range of Ecology’s work, and contribute to advancing environmental justice and equity priorities. You will work with people across the agency, as well as members of the public, staff from other state agencies, the Washington Environmental Justice council and workgroup members, and Tribal representatives.
We are looking for someone with a passion for advancing equity and justice in governance, and who shares our commitment to building an anti-racist and equity-focused institution. Your lived and professional expertise inform your work and strategy to support Ecology’s mission to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work schedule. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Please Note: The salary posted above does not include the additional 5% premium pay that this position will receive if the position ends up being based in King County. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled. The initial screening date will be on December 12, 2022. In order to be considered for the initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 11, 2022. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington'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 embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . 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.
Our commitment to DEIR 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.
Duties
Ecology established the Office of Equity and Environmental (OEEJ) Justice in 2021. Our mission is to eliminate environmental and health disparities for communities most at risk from pollution and other environmental impacts. We achieve this through fair and just practices that support the well-being and resilience of Ecology’s workforce and everyone in Washington. Core to this mission is having an organization culture and practices where the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect are reflected in who we are, where we work, and what we do.
What makes this role unique?
This position is the agency expert and implementation lead on the community and Tribal engagement obligations in the state Environmental Justice law ( Chapter 70A.02 RCW ). You will be responsible for strengthening the agency’s Community Engagement Plan and Tribal Consultation Framework. This includes developing and delivering supportive education materials and working with colleagues across the agency to integrate these standards and practices into agency activities. While the scope of responsibility is challenging, you will work with and have the support of colleagues within the OEEJ and across Ecology who are committed to meaningful community engagement and Tribal consultation.
What you will do:
Lead cross-program implementation of the agency Community Engagement Plan and Tribal Consultation Framework.
Lead implementation of the community compensation law that allows the agency to provide stipends to members of the public who serve on agency advisory groups.
Advise agency programs, create educational resources, and support policy development related to meaningful community engagement, Tribal consultation, and community compensation.
Develop and maintain relationships with people and groups outside of the agency to build relationships and support collaboration around agency activities.
Facilitate a cross-program network of learning and support for agency community engagement professionals.
Contribute as an OEEJ collaborative team member, and support Office responsibilities including Environmental Justice analysis, Title VI compliance, and DEIR (Diversity Equity Inclusion and Respect) organizational change.
Qualifications
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. A total of nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below: Professional level experience: Nine (9) years of experience leading or coordinating projects or programs, conducting research, and/or analyzing policies or laws that focus on community engagement and communication, Tribal consultation, social justice, environmental justice, health equity or closely related field. The experience listed above must include experience in and commitment to the following:
Working with populations or communities who are historically marginalized, communities of color, immigrants, linguistically isolated, rural, low-income, Tribal, indigenous, or who have disabilities and access needs.
Integrating community voice, feedback, needs, and preferences into program plans, projects, and initiatives.
Understanding and upholding commitments to Tribal sovereignty, treaty right, government-to-government relationship, inherent rights of indigenous people, and since time immemorial tribal culture and history.
Planning environmental or health focused community engagement programs and projects including experience with assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring, and using lessons learned to evolve the program over time.
Education: involving a major emphasis in environmental or natural resource policy or planning, environmental justice, environmental or medical anthropology, critical geography, race and area studies, Native American or American Indian studies, Tribal administration and governance, public health, social science, sociology, environmental law, public administration, environmental or natural resource science, or closely related field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combination s
College credit hours or degree – as listed above.
Years of required experience - as listed above.
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 or higher
3 years of experience
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Lived or professional experience addressing environmental injustice and working with communities of color, Tribes, indigenous people, or low-income populations on environmental and social justice issues.
An understanding of environmental justice research, demographic data, and equity focused assessments.
Understanding and confidence discussing environmental and social justice, racism, and social and economic inequalities.
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 on 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 (such as 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 Millie Piazza at: Millie.Piazza@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Millie to inquire about the status of your application.
To request the full position description email careers@ecy.wa.gov . The full position description contains more details about the position, duties, and key activities.
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.
Nov 29, 2022
Full time
Per Governor Inslee’s Directive 22-13.1 , state employees must be fully vaccinated effective November 4, 2022. Providing proof of being fully vaccinated is a condition of employment and your vaccine status will be verified prior to starting work. Being fully vaccinated means two weeks after you have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use, licensed or otherwise authorized or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or listed for emergency use or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Office of Equity and Environmental Justice (OEEJ) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill an Environmental Justice Engagement Coordinator (Management Analyst 5) position.
The position can be located in any one of our offices listed below:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
N orthwest Region Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA . Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Eastern Region Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from one of the above office locations.
The Environmental Justice Engagement Coordinator is a senior position with agency-wide impact. You will lead change across the agency to build understanding, competency, and consistency in community and Tribal engagement practices. In this position, you will gain leadership and policy experience, exposure to the range of Ecology’s work, and contribute to advancing environmental justice and equity priorities. You will work with people across the agency, as well as members of the public, staff from other state agencies, the Washington Environmental Justice council and workgroup members, and Tribal representatives.
We are looking for someone with a passion for advancing equity and justice in governance, and who shares our commitment to building an anti-racist and equity-focused institution. Your lived and professional expertise inform your work and strategy to support Ecology’s mission to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work schedule. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Please Note: The salary posted above does not include the additional 5% premium pay that this position will receive if the position ends up being based in King County. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled. The initial screening date will be on December 12, 2022. In order to be considered for the initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 11, 2022. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington'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 embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . 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.
Our commitment to DEIR 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.
Duties
Ecology established the Office of Equity and Environmental (OEEJ) Justice in 2021. Our mission is to eliminate environmental and health disparities for communities most at risk from pollution and other environmental impacts. We achieve this through fair and just practices that support the well-being and resilience of Ecology’s workforce and everyone in Washington. Core to this mission is having an organization culture and practices where the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect are reflected in who we are, where we work, and what we do.
What makes this role unique?
This position is the agency expert and implementation lead on the community and Tribal engagement obligations in the state Environmental Justice law ( Chapter 70A.02 RCW ). You will be responsible for strengthening the agency’s Community Engagement Plan and Tribal Consultation Framework. This includes developing and delivering supportive education materials and working with colleagues across the agency to integrate these standards and practices into agency activities. While the scope of responsibility is challenging, you will work with and have the support of colleagues within the OEEJ and across Ecology who are committed to meaningful community engagement and Tribal consultation.
What you will do:
Lead cross-program implementation of the agency Community Engagement Plan and Tribal Consultation Framework.
Lead implementation of the community compensation law that allows the agency to provide stipends to members of the public who serve on agency advisory groups.
Advise agency programs, create educational resources, and support policy development related to meaningful community engagement, Tribal consultation, and community compensation.
Develop and maintain relationships with people and groups outside of the agency to build relationships and support collaboration around agency activities.
Facilitate a cross-program network of learning and support for agency community engagement professionals.
Contribute as an OEEJ collaborative team member, and support Office responsibilities including Environmental Justice analysis, Title VI compliance, and DEIR (Diversity Equity Inclusion and Respect) organizational change.
Qualifications
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. A total of nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below: Professional level experience: Nine (9) years of experience leading or coordinating projects or programs, conducting research, and/or analyzing policies or laws that focus on community engagement and communication, Tribal consultation, social justice, environmental justice, health equity or closely related field. The experience listed above must include experience in and commitment to the following:
Working with populations or communities who are historically marginalized, communities of color, immigrants, linguistically isolated, rural, low-income, Tribal, indigenous, or who have disabilities and access needs.
Integrating community voice, feedback, needs, and preferences into program plans, projects, and initiatives.
Understanding and upholding commitments to Tribal sovereignty, treaty right, government-to-government relationship, inherent rights of indigenous people, and since time immemorial tribal culture and history.
Planning environmental or health focused community engagement programs and projects including experience with assessment, planning, implementation, monitoring, and using lessons learned to evolve the program over time.
Education: involving a major emphasis in environmental or natural resource policy or planning, environmental justice, environmental or medical anthropology, critical geography, race and area studies, Native American or American Indian studies, Tribal administration and governance, public health, social science, sociology, environmental law, public administration, environmental or natural resource science, or closely related field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combination s
College credit hours or degree – as listed above.
Years of required experience - as listed above.
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 or higher
3 years of experience
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Lived or professional experience addressing environmental injustice and working with communities of color, Tribes, indigenous people, or low-income populations on environmental and social justice issues.
An understanding of environmental justice research, demographic data, and equity focused assessments.
Understanding and confidence discussing environmental and social justice, racism, and social and economic inequalities.
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 on 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 (such as 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 Millie Piazza at: Millie.Piazza@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Millie to inquire about the status of your application.
To request the full position description email careers@ecy.wa.gov . The full position description contains more details about the position, duties, and key activities.
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.
Systems Analyst (Information Systems Specialist 6) Three positions available – Remote and Hybrid work options
REQ- 110431
Close Date: Open until filled
Salary: $5,315.00- $8,049.00
Location: Salem, OR / Remote?
Please apply at the following site: https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/details/Systems-Analyst--Information-Systems-Specialist-6--Three-positions-available---Remote-and-Hybrid-work-options_REQ-110431?q=REQ-110431
This position will remain open until filled and will be used to fill three (3) vacancies. Applications will be pulled/screened in 2-week intervals from the posting date.
PLEASE NOTE: Resumes, cover letters and all other documents must all be uploaded at one time. When uploading a resume, please upload any other documents in the same area/field.
The job application and resume are required for this posting and should address the skills in this section clearly. Applications without the required documentation will not move forward in the selection process .
The Office of Information Service’s mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that support Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Health Services in helping Oregonians achieve health, well-being, and independence.
The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for a Systems Analyst to join an excellent team and work to advance their IT career.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
Click here to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values.
This is a full-time permanent opportunity for anyone to apply. This is a classified position and is represented by a union.
What you will do!
As a Systems Analyst, you will provide technical requirements documentation, systems analysis, design and development, strategic planning, and project coordination to support the Office of Information Systems (OIS). You will support OHA and ODHS computer applications including Internet, Intranet, Extranet, client-server, mainframe, and database solutions.
In this role, you will focus on design, development, and implementation of OHA and ODHS projects per policies, procedures, processes, and standards. Your responsibilities will include assisting with requirements gathering and analysis, feasibility analysis, creation and support of business database access software and applications, project system planning, and design and development of existing and new systems. You will prepare IT reports, help develop presentations for delivery by other staff, and provide project coordination.
This position will give you the opportunity to play a key technical role administering the automated processing of batch jobs in the non-production environments. You will interact closely with system leads and senior developers to maintain the schedule of jobs to be tested and to analyze and resolve processing issues when they happen.
The Systems Analyst will work closely with others on the team to fortify and institutionalize consistent, repeatable coding and testing practices.
What's in it for you?
Medical, vision, and dental benefits
11 paid holidays
8 hours of vacation per month, eligible to be used after 6 months of service
8 hours of sick leave per month, eligible to be used as accrued
24 hours of personal business leave per fiscal year, eligible to be used after 6 months of service
Pension and retirement programs
Opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Continuous growth and development opportunities
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
A healthy work/life balance, including fulltime remote options as well
What we are looking for:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Please outline in your application and resume how you meet the Minimum Qualifications - failure to do so might disqualify you from consideration)
(a) Five (5) years of information systems experience in Mainframe Technologies
OR (b) An Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field; AND three (3) years of information systems experience in Mainframe Technologies
OR (c) A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND one (1) year of information systems experience in Mainframe Technologies
Desired Attributes:
The person in this position should have an intermediate skill level with the concepts, methodologies, techniques, and tools of system development. This includes selecting and adapting, where necessary, appropriate tools and support methodologies for use by their team. The incumbent in this position will participate in the advancement of systems delivery concepts, methodologies, techniques, and tools.
The system development environment has a mix of database management systems and distributed data with remote input and manipulation, multiple remote locations, a mixture of IS standards and a significant amount of expansion or change to existing business processes.
The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work with and facilitate diverse groups and individuals. This includes the ability to prioritize workloads and the ability to analyze complex procedures, processes, and policies. Basic project management knowledge is expected.
The person in this position must have experience coordinating projects with other Information System professionals, and in writing documentation according to established standards. This position requires the ability to use current generation personal computers with the flexibility to use and learn applications necessary to complete assigned tasks.
Expertise in application support or development using COBOL, CICS, VSAM, SQL, EZ+, DB2, and CA Scheduler in support of complex customer requirements is important.
This position requires experience in the System Development Life Cycle methodology and experience estimating resources and schedules for complex system development efforts.
Working Conditions
Position may require periodic travel throughout the state. At times, weekend and evening work will be necessary to meet customer demands and department deadlines.
While performing the duties of this job, you will be in an open landscape environment and may be exposed to the sounds and activity of those working around you. These conditions may be in high traffic areas with moderate to loud noises and frequent interruptions. This position requires the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously, sometimes within short time frames.
How to Apply
Complete the online application
Complete questionnaire
Attach a resume
Attention Current State of Oregon Employees:
To apply for posted positions, please close this window, and log into your Workday account and apply through the career worklet.
To apply as a job rotation/developmental candidate, you must be currently employed by the State of Oregon (this includes regular status employees, who have completed trial service, as well as limited duration employees).
Help Your Application Rise to the Top!
Your candidate profile and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase the amazing skills and experience, making you the best candidate for the position. Submissions will be screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).
Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. If you meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and are the successful candidate, you may qualify for work out of class. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.
Questions/Need Help?
If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact: Kyle Phillips at Kyle.Phillips@dhsoha.state.or.us
TTY users please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service: 1-800-735-2900. For technical support, please call toll free 1-855-524-5627, for customer service assistance.
Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate, or screen applicants based on current or past compensation. To learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values, click here.
The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity.
Oct 21, 2022
Full time
Systems Analyst (Information Systems Specialist 6) Three positions available – Remote and Hybrid work options
REQ- 110431
Close Date: Open until filled
Salary: $5,315.00- $8,049.00
Location: Salem, OR / Remote?
Please apply at the following site: https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/details/Systems-Analyst--Information-Systems-Specialist-6--Three-positions-available---Remote-and-Hybrid-work-options_REQ-110431?q=REQ-110431
This position will remain open until filled and will be used to fill three (3) vacancies. Applications will be pulled/screened in 2-week intervals from the posting date.
PLEASE NOTE: Resumes, cover letters and all other documents must all be uploaded at one time. When uploading a resume, please upload any other documents in the same area/field.
The job application and resume are required for this posting and should address the skills in this section clearly. Applications without the required documentation will not move forward in the selection process .
The Office of Information Service’s mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that support Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Health Services in helping Oregonians achieve health, well-being, and independence.
The Oregon Health Authority has a fantastic opportunity for a Systems Analyst to join an excellent team and work to advance their IT career.
The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:
Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
Becoming an anti-racist organization
Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
Click here to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values.
This is a full-time permanent opportunity for anyone to apply. This is a classified position and is represented by a union.
What you will do!
As a Systems Analyst, you will provide technical requirements documentation, systems analysis, design and development, strategic planning, and project coordination to support the Office of Information Systems (OIS). You will support OHA and ODHS computer applications including Internet, Intranet, Extranet, client-server, mainframe, and database solutions.
In this role, you will focus on design, development, and implementation of OHA and ODHS projects per policies, procedures, processes, and standards. Your responsibilities will include assisting with requirements gathering and analysis, feasibility analysis, creation and support of business database access software and applications, project system planning, and design and development of existing and new systems. You will prepare IT reports, help develop presentations for delivery by other staff, and provide project coordination.
This position will give you the opportunity to play a key technical role administering the automated processing of batch jobs in the non-production environments. You will interact closely with system leads and senior developers to maintain the schedule of jobs to be tested and to analyze and resolve processing issues when they happen.
The Systems Analyst will work closely with others on the team to fortify and institutionalize consistent, repeatable coding and testing practices.
What's in it for you?
Medical, vision, and dental benefits
11 paid holidays
8 hours of vacation per month, eligible to be used after 6 months of service
8 hours of sick leave per month, eligible to be used as accrued
24 hours of personal business leave per fiscal year, eligible to be used after 6 months of service
Pension and retirement programs
Opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Continuous growth and development opportunities
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
A healthy work/life balance, including fulltime remote options as well
What we are looking for:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Please outline in your application and resume how you meet the Minimum Qualifications - failure to do so might disqualify you from consideration)
(a) Five (5) years of information systems experience in Mainframe Technologies
OR (b) An Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field; AND three (3) years of information systems experience in Mainframe Technologies
OR (c) A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field AND one (1) year of information systems experience in Mainframe Technologies
Desired Attributes:
The person in this position should have an intermediate skill level with the concepts, methodologies, techniques, and tools of system development. This includes selecting and adapting, where necessary, appropriate tools and support methodologies for use by their team. The incumbent in this position will participate in the advancement of systems delivery concepts, methodologies, techniques, and tools.
The system development environment has a mix of database management systems and distributed data with remote input and manipulation, multiple remote locations, a mixture of IS standards and a significant amount of expansion or change to existing business processes.
The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work with and facilitate diverse groups and individuals. This includes the ability to prioritize workloads and the ability to analyze complex procedures, processes, and policies. Basic project management knowledge is expected.
The person in this position must have experience coordinating projects with other Information System professionals, and in writing documentation according to established standards. This position requires the ability to use current generation personal computers with the flexibility to use and learn applications necessary to complete assigned tasks.
Expertise in application support or development using COBOL, CICS, VSAM, SQL, EZ+, DB2, and CA Scheduler in support of complex customer requirements is important.
This position requires experience in the System Development Life Cycle methodology and experience estimating resources and schedules for complex system development efforts.
Working Conditions
Position may require periodic travel throughout the state. At times, weekend and evening work will be necessary to meet customer demands and department deadlines.
While performing the duties of this job, you will be in an open landscape environment and may be exposed to the sounds and activity of those working around you. These conditions may be in high traffic areas with moderate to loud noises and frequent interruptions. This position requires the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously, sometimes within short time frames.
How to Apply
Complete the online application
Complete questionnaire
Attach a resume
Attention Current State of Oregon Employees:
To apply for posted positions, please close this window, and log into your Workday account and apply through the career worklet.
To apply as a job rotation/developmental candidate, you must be currently employed by the State of Oregon (this includes regular status employees, who have completed trial service, as well as limited duration employees).
Help Your Application Rise to the Top!
Your candidate profile and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase the amazing skills and experience, making you the best candidate for the position. Submissions will be screened for consistency of information and communication skills at the professional level (attention to detail, spelling, grammar, etc.).
Please ensure you’ve provided a thorough and updated application as it pertains to the position for which you are applying. If you meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and are the successful candidate, you may qualify for work out of class. For further information, please visit the Pay Equity Project homepage.
Questions/Need Help?
If you need assistance to participate in the application process, including an accommodation request under the American with Disabilities Act contact: Kyle Phillips at Kyle.Phillips@dhsoha.state.or.us
TTY users please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service: 1-800-735-2900. For technical support, please call toll free 1-855-524-5627, for customer service assistance.
Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate, or screen applicants based on current or past compensation. To learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values, click here.
The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity.
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.
King County Department of Local Services, Permitting Division
Renton, WA
SUMMARY:
Are you a self-starting leader who works across agency boundaries to solve challenges? Is your focus on customers and do you have a drive for results that provides the maximum benefit for all involved? Do you lead/manage your teams and peers with respect and encourage them to find simple, effective and cost-conscious solutions? If these statements appeal to you then this may be the opportunity for you. The Department of Local Services is recruiting for a Principal Planner (Project/Program Manager IV) who will lead both the Utilities Technical Review Committee and School Technical Review Committee and support the DLS mission by ensuring that the provision of facilities and services within unincorporated King County adhere to the plans and policies of King County. This role will be responsible for chairing the School Technical Review Committee, which is charged with the annual review of school district capital facilities' plans as required to impose impact fees and preparing legislation for referral to the King County Council. The position will also chair the eight-member Utility Technical Review Committee, which meets monthly.
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.
Chair the King County School Technical Review Committee (STRC); which is responsible for coordinating the effort to identify school capital projects implementing the King County School Impact Fee Program.
Serve as the liaison to the school districts throughout the year as they propose school projects within unincorporated King County.
Chair the Utilities Technical Review Committee (UTRC), which is responsible for overseeing the provision of water and sewer services in unincorporated King County. This position has multiple responsibilities outlined in the King County Code and the King County Comprehensive Plan including:
The review and commenting on draft water and sewer plans to ensure consistency with the King County Code and Comprehensive Plan;
The review and recommendation for adoption of final water and sewer plans to the King County Council;
The review and recommendation for approval by the Director of the Department of Natural Resources and Parks (DNRP) for final wastewater plans pursuant to KCC 28.84;
Provide necessary ordinance packages, letters, reports, or memoranda, related to utility plan recommendations to Council or DNRP Director;
Represent the UTRC at Council hearings when plans are considered by Council;
Serve as the appeal body to hear issues related to whether or not sewer service is available in the urban area in a timely and reasonable manner under K.C.C. 13.24.136(B) and produce the UTRC decision;
Serve as the appeal body to hear issues related timely and reasonable water service appeals under the County's four Coordinated Water System Plans and KCC 13.24 and produce the UTRC decision;
Represent the UTRC if any water or sewer timely and reasonable decisions are appeal to the Hearing Examiner or Superior Court;
Provide information to assist in the preparation of future County comprehensive plans;
Provide information to assist in the review of right-of-way construction permits under KCC 14.28;
Fulfill the County's responsibilities as set forth in state rules and regulations, including chapters 90.54 (Water Resources Act of 1971), 36.70 (Planning Enabling Act of the State of Washington), 36.70A (GMA), 36.94 (Boundary Review Board), 57.02 (Districts) and 70.116 RCW (Coordination Act) and chapters 173-240 (Ecology rule on wastewater planning) and 246-290 WAC (DOH rule on water system planning);
Be responsible for providing the notification to Tribal governments for utility plan review/approvals that may affect Tribal interests within their usual and accustomed fishing areas (K.C.C. 13.02.020);
Approve additions and determents to council-approved sewer and water comprehensive plans without referral to the council to serve developments that have received preliminary approval from the King County Council;
Approve extensions to utility plans if the requested extension satisfies the UTRC rule;
Issue the findings required under K.C.C. 13.24.134, relative to sewer expansion in rural and resource areas;
Approve utility franchise applications under K.C.C. 6.27.050;
Serve as the contact person for County utility questions;
Serve as the County liaison to the Boundary Review Board for utility annexation questions;
Maintain the County's library of approved water and sewer plans, the UTRC web presence and utility paper files;
Provide testimony and technical assistance to the King County Prosecuting Attorney; provide expert testimony in litigation;
Provide information to citizens and resolve complaints regarding water and sewer activities;
Prepare proposed code updates, in coordination with County, State and regional stakeholders as needed to support the program and department interests;
Develop code and customer education pathways as needed to support the program and department interests;
Work with the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office and County Council staff to help resolve legal issues and questions that arise form legislative proposals;
Provide professional and technical support on Comprehensive Planning, Subarea Planning, and other local and regional planning projects and programs;
Prepare and support State Environmental Policy Act review of program and department legislative proposals.
Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
Ability to chair and facilitate a multi-disciplinary and multi-jurisdictional team.
Ability to draft utility plan review letters, ordinance transmittal letters, ordinances, and detailed written reports on how school district plans or water/sewer plans comport with King County Code and the Comprehensive Plan.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively interpret statues, rules, and technical information for non-technical audiences simply, clearly and concisely, communicate with tact and diplomacy.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet established project deadlines.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of individuals including elected officials, school district officials, business, utility, environmental, regulatory and community leaders, general public, and team members.
Ability to provide recommendations and/or decisions with minimal guidance on issues that may not have established or clearly defined guidelines, policies or directives.
Thorough understanding of how utility organizations (districts, cities, for-profit public water systems, homeowners’ associations, mutual etc.) operate, public utility development and management issues.
Knowledge of water supply management and planning, policy, and law at the local and state level in such areas as water utility planning, water supply options, Growth Management Act, ground water management, and resource management, demand forecasting, water conservation, and integrated water resource management.
Thorough understanding of how school districts prepare capital facilities plans and prepare for future student populations.
Thorough understanding of the King County Comprehensive Plan and King County Code (K.C.C.) related to franchises (K.C.C. 6.27); ground water (K.C.C. 9); water and sewer comprehensive planning (K.C.C. 13.24 and 13.28); right of way construction permits (K.C.C. 14.28) and the school technical review committee (K.C.C. 21A.28.154.)
Thorough understanding of the Washington State Growth Management Act as it relates to the provision of facilities and services in both designated urban and rural areas.
Most competitive candidate will have the following:
Have an exceptional record of successfully managing, developing, and implementing projects, strategic initiatives, policies, and systems.
Understand how to build key relationships, trust, and regional partnerships necessary to deliver projects in a timely and efficient manner.
Be comfortable advising, partnering, and communicating with senior and executive-level management about complex initiatives, policies, and issues.
Demonstrated ability in facilitating committees comprised of individuals from various backgrounds and levels of expertise.
Be extremely organized and comfortable maintaining a vast array of files and plans.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview the week of September 26, 2022.
If you are selected as a finalist, you will be asked to come back the week of October 3, 2022, for a second interview.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. WORK SCHEDULE: The typical workweek is 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not overtime eligible. Must be willing to work extended hours, nights and weekends with minimal notice and carry a mobile phone 24 hours a day, seven days a week. FORMS AND MATERIALS: A completed King County Application and writing sample from your past work that demonstrates your analytical abilities and for which you were the lead author is required. It could be a staff report, policy analysis/recommendation, briefing memo, etc. We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge and skills for the position.
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.
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. 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 08, 2022
Full time
SUMMARY:
Are you a self-starting leader who works across agency boundaries to solve challenges? Is your focus on customers and do you have a drive for results that provides the maximum benefit for all involved? Do you lead/manage your teams and peers with respect and encourage them to find simple, effective and cost-conscious solutions? If these statements appeal to you then this may be the opportunity for you. The Department of Local Services is recruiting for a Principal Planner (Project/Program Manager IV) who will lead both the Utilities Technical Review Committee and School Technical Review Committee and support the DLS mission by ensuring that the provision of facilities and services within unincorporated King County adhere to the plans and policies of King County. This role will be responsible for chairing the School Technical Review Committee, which is charged with the annual review of school district capital facilities' plans as required to impose impact fees and preparing legislation for referral to the King County Council. The position will also chair the eight-member Utility Technical Review Committee, which meets monthly.
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.
Chair the King County School Technical Review Committee (STRC); which is responsible for coordinating the effort to identify school capital projects implementing the King County School Impact Fee Program.
Serve as the liaison to the school districts throughout the year as they propose school projects within unincorporated King County.
Chair the Utilities Technical Review Committee (UTRC), which is responsible for overseeing the provision of water and sewer services in unincorporated King County. This position has multiple responsibilities outlined in the King County Code and the King County Comprehensive Plan including:
The review and commenting on draft water and sewer plans to ensure consistency with the King County Code and Comprehensive Plan;
The review and recommendation for adoption of final water and sewer plans to the King County Council;
The review and recommendation for approval by the Director of the Department of Natural Resources and Parks (DNRP) for final wastewater plans pursuant to KCC 28.84;
Provide necessary ordinance packages, letters, reports, or memoranda, related to utility plan recommendations to Council or DNRP Director;
Represent the UTRC at Council hearings when plans are considered by Council;
Serve as the appeal body to hear issues related to whether or not sewer service is available in the urban area in a timely and reasonable manner under K.C.C. 13.24.136(B) and produce the UTRC decision;
Serve as the appeal body to hear issues related timely and reasonable water service appeals under the County's four Coordinated Water System Plans and KCC 13.24 and produce the UTRC decision;
Represent the UTRC if any water or sewer timely and reasonable decisions are appeal to the Hearing Examiner or Superior Court;
Provide information to assist in the preparation of future County comprehensive plans;
Provide information to assist in the review of right-of-way construction permits under KCC 14.28;
Fulfill the County's responsibilities as set forth in state rules and regulations, including chapters 90.54 (Water Resources Act of 1971), 36.70 (Planning Enabling Act of the State of Washington), 36.70A (GMA), 36.94 (Boundary Review Board), 57.02 (Districts) and 70.116 RCW (Coordination Act) and chapters 173-240 (Ecology rule on wastewater planning) and 246-290 WAC (DOH rule on water system planning);
Be responsible for providing the notification to Tribal governments for utility plan review/approvals that may affect Tribal interests within their usual and accustomed fishing areas (K.C.C. 13.02.020);
Approve additions and determents to council-approved sewer and water comprehensive plans without referral to the council to serve developments that have received preliminary approval from the King County Council;
Approve extensions to utility plans if the requested extension satisfies the UTRC rule;
Issue the findings required under K.C.C. 13.24.134, relative to sewer expansion in rural and resource areas;
Approve utility franchise applications under K.C.C. 6.27.050;
Serve as the contact person for County utility questions;
Serve as the County liaison to the Boundary Review Board for utility annexation questions;
Maintain the County's library of approved water and sewer plans, the UTRC web presence and utility paper files;
Provide testimony and technical assistance to the King County Prosecuting Attorney; provide expert testimony in litigation;
Provide information to citizens and resolve complaints regarding water and sewer activities;
Prepare proposed code updates, in coordination with County, State and regional stakeholders as needed to support the program and department interests;
Develop code and customer education pathways as needed to support the program and department interests;
Work with the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office and County Council staff to help resolve legal issues and questions that arise form legislative proposals;
Provide professional and technical support on Comprehensive Planning, Subarea Planning, and other local and regional planning projects and programs;
Prepare and support State Environmental Policy Act review of program and department legislative proposals.
Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
Ability to chair and facilitate a multi-disciplinary and multi-jurisdictional team.
Ability to draft utility plan review letters, ordinance transmittal letters, ordinances, and detailed written reports on how school district plans or water/sewer plans comport with King County Code and the Comprehensive Plan.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively interpret statues, rules, and technical information for non-technical audiences simply, clearly and concisely, communicate with tact and diplomacy.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet established project deadlines.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of individuals including elected officials, school district officials, business, utility, environmental, regulatory and community leaders, general public, and team members.
Ability to provide recommendations and/or decisions with minimal guidance on issues that may not have established or clearly defined guidelines, policies or directives.
Thorough understanding of how utility organizations (districts, cities, for-profit public water systems, homeowners’ associations, mutual etc.) operate, public utility development and management issues.
Knowledge of water supply management and planning, policy, and law at the local and state level in such areas as water utility planning, water supply options, Growth Management Act, ground water management, and resource management, demand forecasting, water conservation, and integrated water resource management.
Thorough understanding of how school districts prepare capital facilities plans and prepare for future student populations.
Thorough understanding of the King County Comprehensive Plan and King County Code (K.C.C.) related to franchises (K.C.C. 6.27); ground water (K.C.C. 9); water and sewer comprehensive planning (K.C.C. 13.24 and 13.28); right of way construction permits (K.C.C. 14.28) and the school technical review committee (K.C.C. 21A.28.154.)
Thorough understanding of the Washington State Growth Management Act as it relates to the provision of facilities and services in both designated urban and rural areas.
Most competitive candidate will have the following:
Have an exceptional record of successfully managing, developing, and implementing projects, strategic initiatives, policies, and systems.
Understand how to build key relationships, trust, and regional partnerships necessary to deliver projects in a timely and efficient manner.
Be comfortable advising, partnering, and communicating with senior and executive-level management about complex initiatives, policies, and issues.
Demonstrated ability in facilitating committees comprised of individuals from various backgrounds and levels of expertise.
Be extremely organized and comfortable maintaining a vast array of files and plans.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview the week of September 26, 2022.
If you are selected as a finalist, you will be asked to come back the week of October 3, 2022, for a second interview.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. WORK SCHEDULE: The typical workweek is 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. This position is exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not overtime eligible. Must be willing to work extended hours, nights and weekends with minimal notice and carry a mobile phone 24 hours a day, seven days a week. FORMS AND MATERIALS: A completed King County Application and writing sample from your past work that demonstrates your analytical abilities and for which you were the lead author is required. It could be a staff report, policy analysis/recommendation, briefing memo, etc. We highly recommend that you also provide a resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge and skills for the position.
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.
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. 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.
Please Note: The pay listed above includes the 3.25% pay increase that will go into effect on July 1, 2022.
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 Rules and Accountability section of the Governmental Relations Office is currently looking to fill a Data Analyst (Management Analyst 4) position that will be located at our Headquarters Building in Lacey, WA .
In this senior management analyst role, you will be responsible for ensuring that customer feedback and satisfaction data is collected, analyzed, and used as part of Ecology’s Performance Management System. One key project is managing Ecology’s Regulated Customer Feedback contract, a survey conducted of our regulated customers. You will advise Executive Leadership and employees across the agency on how to gather feedback from our customers about their experiences interacting with Ecology. You will design feedback mechanisms, help employees analyze the results and advise on next steps and process improvements. In addition, you will be a part of the Governmental Relations performance management team and will participate in developing our agency’s strategic plan, support our performance measure framework, and assist in the implementation of our quarterly performance reviews. It is a unique opportunity to work with all of the programs at Ecology as well as learn about the complexity and variety of the work we do.
The Department of Ecology’s mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s environment for current and future generations. The Governmental Relations’ Rules and Accountability Section (RAS) occupies a central role in the agency, providing rulemaking support and services to Ecology’s environmental and administrative programs and coordinating agency-wide performance management.
Staff in the Rules and Accountability section gather and analyze data, provide analysis, and ensure timely and accurate information for strategic decisions. The section coordinates and oversees multiple agency processes related to regulatory accountability, performance management, rulemaking and customer feedback.
During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. This position is required to attend Governmental Relations staff meetings in the office every other week and attend any other in-person meetings when scheduled. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding health-screening questions before entry, and social distancing.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of June 29, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before of June 28, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
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 embraces 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.
Our commitment to DEIR 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.
Duties
What is unique about this position?
In this unique position, you will focus on performance management and customer feedback. You will work with all ten of Ecology’s environmental programs, offices, and administrative programs. You will serve as the agency expert on customer feedback.
What you will do:
Support the agency performance management system by gathering and analyzing data related to our programs and services.
Develop tools and visuals for displaying, communicating, and using data in decision-making.
Provide advice to agency staff to support performance management work including customer feedback.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
A total of Eight years of experience and/or education as described below:
Professional level Experience providing senior level professional analyses to management, staff, and customers regarding complex issues that impact programs and policies.
Experience must include the following:
Demonstrated ability to turn data into ideas and actions.
Knowledge of survey techniques and tools focused on customer feedback.
Demonstrated excellent writing and presentation skills.
Ability to communicate complex information to a variety of audiences.
Proficiency with PowerBI, Excel or other data analysis and visualization software.
Ability to create materials (such as, performance dashboards, infographics, webpages, presentation) that convey technical information and performance measures.
Education involving a major study in business administration, public administration, health administration, law, environmental law, finance, economics, statistics, environmental management, environmental or public policy, or a related field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree – as listed above | Years of professional level experience – as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree. | 8 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 7 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 6 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 5 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree. | 4 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree or higher. | 2 year of experience
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Expert level data analysis.
Knowledge of SharePoint.
Experience with Lean or continuous improvement.
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 on 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 (such as 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 Bari Schreiner at Bari.Schreiner@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Bari 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.
Jun 15, 2022
Full time
Please Note: The pay listed above includes the 3.25% pay increase that will go into effect on July 1, 2022.
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 Rules and Accountability section of the Governmental Relations Office is currently looking to fill a Data Analyst (Management Analyst 4) position that will be located at our Headquarters Building in Lacey, WA .
In this senior management analyst role, you will be responsible for ensuring that customer feedback and satisfaction data is collected, analyzed, and used as part of Ecology’s Performance Management System. One key project is managing Ecology’s Regulated Customer Feedback contract, a survey conducted of our regulated customers. You will advise Executive Leadership and employees across the agency on how to gather feedback from our customers about their experiences interacting with Ecology. You will design feedback mechanisms, help employees analyze the results and advise on next steps and process improvements. In addition, you will be a part of the Governmental Relations performance management team and will participate in developing our agency’s strategic plan, support our performance measure framework, and assist in the implementation of our quarterly performance reviews. It is a unique opportunity to work with all of the programs at Ecology as well as learn about the complexity and variety of the work we do.
The Department of Ecology’s mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s environment for current and future generations. The Governmental Relations’ Rules and Accountability Section (RAS) occupies a central role in the agency, providing rulemaking support and services to Ecology’s environmental and administrative programs and coordinating agency-wide performance management.
Staff in the Rules and Accountability section gather and analyze data, provide analysis, and ensure timely and accurate information for strategic decisions. The section coordinates and oversees multiple agency processes related to regulatory accountability, performance management, rulemaking and customer feedback.
During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. This position is required to attend Governmental Relations staff meetings in the office every other week and attend any other in-person meetings when scheduled. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding health-screening questions before entry, and social distancing.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of June 29, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before of June 28, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
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 embraces 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.
Our commitment to DEIR 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.
Duties
What is unique about this position?
In this unique position, you will focus on performance management and customer feedback. You will work with all ten of Ecology’s environmental programs, offices, and administrative programs. You will serve as the agency expert on customer feedback.
What you will do:
Support the agency performance management system by gathering and analyzing data related to our programs and services.
Develop tools and visuals for displaying, communicating, and using data in decision-making.
Provide advice to agency staff to support performance management work including customer feedback.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
A total of Eight years of experience and/or education as described below:
Professional level Experience providing senior level professional analyses to management, staff, and customers regarding complex issues that impact programs and policies.
Experience must include the following:
Demonstrated ability to turn data into ideas and actions.
Knowledge of survey techniques and tools focused on customer feedback.
Demonstrated excellent writing and presentation skills.
Ability to communicate complex information to a variety of audiences.
Proficiency with PowerBI, Excel or other data analysis and visualization software.
Ability to create materials (such as, performance dashboards, infographics, webpages, presentation) that convey technical information and performance measures.
Education involving a major study in business administration, public administration, health administration, law, environmental law, finance, economics, statistics, environmental management, environmental or public policy, or a related field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree – as listed above | Years of professional level experience – as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree. | 8 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 7 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 6 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 5 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree. | 4 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree or higher. | 2 year of experience
Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Expert level data analysis.
Knowledge of SharePoint.
Experience with Lean or continuous improvement.
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 on 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 (such as 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 Bari Schreiner at Bari.Schreiner@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Bari 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.
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 Environmental Assessment Program (EAP) program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill an Administrative Assistant 3 position. This position is located in our Headquarters Building in Lacey, WA .
In this role you will provide senior level administrative duties, You will work with little to no supervision on most assigned tasks, take initiative and lead on projects and duties. You will gain exposure to the senior level management (XPMT) staff within the program. This will allow you to develop relationships and gain trust with the Supervisors/Managers.
Agency Mission: Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment and to promote the wise management of our air, land and water for the benefit of current and future generations.
Program Mission: The Environmental Assessment Program provides a range of scientific, monitoring, laboratory, and quality assurance services. Its mission is to measure and assess environmental conditions in Washington State.
Our monitoring programs, scientific studies, and models are designed to measure and evaluate marine, ground, and freshwater quality; stream flow; aquatic habitat; and contaminants in sediments, marine benthic communities, and fish tissue across the state. We use data to evaluate threats ranging from conventional pollutants, such as bacteria, nutrients, and temperature, to toxic contaminants and invasive aquatic plants. We also conduct science around consumer products.
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. This position is expected to work in the office up to 3 days a week. 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 December 22, 2021 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 21, 2021 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
In this role, you learn more about the science of the Environmental Assessment Program and will work with staff both remotely and in-person. You will have an opportunity to create and improve internal processes and procedures as seen fit within the Agency guidelines. This role affords you the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience to help prepare you to grow into an executive administrative assistant role. This training and experience is gained during leave and when extra assistance is needed.
What you will do:
Direct Administrative Support to Section Managers and Supervisors
HR paperwork Liaison
Outlook - Scheduling & attending calls/meetings & calendaring.
E-Time (time cards)
Assist with Event planning, both in-person (if approved) and virtual (Teams, Zoom, WebEx)
SharePoint contributor for the Program
Contact for all program communications (Calendaring & weekly emails)
Serving as a back up to the Purchasing Tech & Forms and records Analyst (records retention/Public Disclosure)
Qualifications
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.
Four (4) years of combined experience and/or education:
Experience: progressively responsible experience in office/clerical, secretarial, bookkeeping, accounting, or general administrative work.
Education :
A High School Diploma or GED
OR
College level coursework involving a major study in business administration, public administration or closely allied field may substitute year-for-year for experience.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations
College credit hours or degree
Years of required experience – as listed above
Combination 1
High School Diploma or equivalent.
4 years of experience
Combination 2
30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.
3 years of experience
Combination 3
60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).
2 years of experience
Combination 4
90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.
1 year of experience
Combination 5
A Bachelor's Degree
0 years of experience
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
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 from current and/or previous employers.
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 Tara-Lyn Poole at: Tara-Lyn.Poole@ecy.wa .gov . Please do not contact Tara-Lyn 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.
Dec 14, 2021
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 Environmental Assessment Program (EAP) program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill an Administrative Assistant 3 position. This position is located in our Headquarters Building in Lacey, WA .
In this role you will provide senior level administrative duties, You will work with little to no supervision on most assigned tasks, take initiative and lead on projects and duties. You will gain exposure to the senior level management (XPMT) staff within the program. This will allow you to develop relationships and gain trust with the Supervisors/Managers.
Agency Mission: Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment and to promote the wise management of our air, land and water for the benefit of current and future generations.
Program Mission: The Environmental Assessment Program provides a range of scientific, monitoring, laboratory, and quality assurance services. Its mission is to measure and assess environmental conditions in Washington State.
Our monitoring programs, scientific studies, and models are designed to measure and evaluate marine, ground, and freshwater quality; stream flow; aquatic habitat; and contaminants in sediments, marine benthic communities, and fish tissue across the state. We use data to evaluate threats ranging from conventional pollutants, such as bacteria, nutrients, and temperature, to toxic contaminants and invasive aquatic plants. We also conduct science around consumer products.
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. This position is expected to work in the office up to 3 days a week. 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 December 22, 2021 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 21, 2021 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
In this role, you learn more about the science of the Environmental Assessment Program and will work with staff both remotely and in-person. You will have an opportunity to create and improve internal processes and procedures as seen fit within the Agency guidelines. This role affords you the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience to help prepare you to grow into an executive administrative assistant role. This training and experience is gained during leave and when extra assistance is needed.
What you will do:
Direct Administrative Support to Section Managers and Supervisors
HR paperwork Liaison
Outlook - Scheduling & attending calls/meetings & calendaring.
E-Time (time cards)
Assist with Event planning, both in-person (if approved) and virtual (Teams, Zoom, WebEx)
SharePoint contributor for the Program
Contact for all program communications (Calendaring & weekly emails)
Serving as a back up to the Purchasing Tech & Forms and records Analyst (records retention/Public Disclosure)
Qualifications
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.
Four (4) years of combined experience and/or education:
Experience: progressively responsible experience in office/clerical, secretarial, bookkeeping, accounting, or general administrative work.
Education :
A High School Diploma or GED
OR
College level coursework involving a major study in business administration, public administration or closely allied field may substitute year-for-year for experience.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations
College credit hours or degree
Years of required experience – as listed above
Combination 1
High School Diploma or equivalent.
4 years of experience
Combination 2
30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.
3 years of experience
Combination 3
60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).
2 years of experience
Combination 4
90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.
1 year of experience
Combination 5
A Bachelor's Degree
0 years of experience
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
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 from current and/or previous employers.
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 Tara-Lyn Poole at: Tara-Lyn.Poole@ecy.wa .gov . Please do not contact Tara-Lyn 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.
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 Air Quality Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Climate Commitment Act Environmental Justice Planner position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA . The Climate Commitment Act (CCA) includes the responsibility for Ecology to identify overburdened communities, and then take action to monitor and evaluate the air quality, and reduce pollutants in these communities. You will directly support this work as our senior policy expert and analyst. You will design, plan, and implement key rules, policies and guidance to support these environmental justice priorities. This work is closely connected with the requirements of the broader Healthy Environment for All Act (or HEAL Act). With this act, Ecology and other state agencies are engaging with communities throughout the state and incorporating environmental justice practices into our work. In this position, you will participate in government-to-government Tribal consultation on these activities. The mission of the Air Quality Program (AQP) is to protect and improve air quality in Washington. The Air Quality Program’s vision is clean, healthy air and climate for all of Washington. We have many goals to achieve this mission and vision. Please Note: This is a project position that is funded until June 30th, 2023. The funding for this position may be extended by the legislature. 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 December 6, 2021. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 5, 2021. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
In this position you will be able to:
Work directly with overburdened communities to address air pollution.
Travel across the state to establish partnerships built on trust and collaboration.
Address complex policy issues, requiring close coordination with technical experts and the environmental justice leaders.
What you will do:
Take self-initiative to tackle complex and difficult policy issues.
Work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds to find areas of common ground, including: local air agencies, Tribal governments, environmental justice organizations, industry, and local communities.
Help craft practical policy and regulatory solutions which make meaningful differences for communities.
Stay well organized, while juggling and prioritizing competing deadlines.
Work with technical experts to understand how science and analysis can best inform policy and regulatory solutions.
Qualifications
This is an In Training opportunity: The goal class for this position is an Environmental Planner 5 (EP5). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the EP4 or EP5 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements at the EP4 level, they will be hired at that level and will be placed in a training program to become an EP5 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 EP4 Level: $5,494 - $7,207 per month (range 63)
Option 1:
A Bachelors' degree or above with major emphasis in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; geography; land use or environmental law; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.
Five (5) years of professional experience in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; and/or program development.
Option 2:
A Master’s degree or above with major emphasis in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; geography; land use or environmental law; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.
Three (3) years of professional experience in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; and/or program development.
Option 3:
One year of experience as an Environmental Planner 3 at the Department of Ecology.
At the EP5 Level: $6,063 - $7,957 per month (range 67)
Option 1:
A Bachelor’s degree or above with major emphasis in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; geography; land use or environmental law; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.
Seven (7) years of professional experience in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; and/or program development.
Option 2:
A Master's degree or above with major emphasis in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; geography; land use or environmental law; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.
Five (5) years of professional experience in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; and/or program development.
Option 3:
One year of experience as an Environmental Planner 4 at the Department of Ecology.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must have a valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Understanding of the concepts and environmental justice, equity, racism, and environmental and health disparities.
Knowledge of issues affecting air quality, air quality laws, and rulemaking processes.
Experience working with stakeholders, and interacting with councils, commissions, or advisory groups.
Project management experience.
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.
A copy of college transcripts or other proof of completion of a degree.
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 Rob Dengel at: Robert.Dengel@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Rob 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.
Nov 19, 2021
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 Air Quality Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Climate Commitment Act Environmental Justice Planner position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA . The Climate Commitment Act (CCA) includes the responsibility for Ecology to identify overburdened communities, and then take action to monitor and evaluate the air quality, and reduce pollutants in these communities. You will directly support this work as our senior policy expert and analyst. You will design, plan, and implement key rules, policies and guidance to support these environmental justice priorities. This work is closely connected with the requirements of the broader Healthy Environment for All Act (or HEAL Act). With this act, Ecology and other state agencies are engaging with communities throughout the state and incorporating environmental justice practices into our work. In this position, you will participate in government-to-government Tribal consultation on these activities. The mission of the Air Quality Program (AQP) is to protect and improve air quality in Washington. The Air Quality Program’s vision is clean, healthy air and climate for all of Washington. We have many goals to achieve this mission and vision. Please Note: This is a project position that is funded until June 30th, 2023. The funding for this position may be extended by the legislature. 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 December 6, 2021. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 5, 2021. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
In this position you will be able to:
Work directly with overburdened communities to address air pollution.
Travel across the state to establish partnerships built on trust and collaboration.
Address complex policy issues, requiring close coordination with technical experts and the environmental justice leaders.
What you will do:
Take self-initiative to tackle complex and difficult policy issues.
Work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds to find areas of common ground, including: local air agencies, Tribal governments, environmental justice organizations, industry, and local communities.
Help craft practical policy and regulatory solutions which make meaningful differences for communities.
Stay well organized, while juggling and prioritizing competing deadlines.
Work with technical experts to understand how science and analysis can best inform policy and regulatory solutions.
Qualifications
This is an In Training opportunity: The goal class for this position is an Environmental Planner 5 (EP5). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the EP4 or EP5 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements at the EP4 level, they will be hired at that level and will be placed in a training program to become an EP5 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 EP4 Level: $5,494 - $7,207 per month (range 63)
Option 1:
A Bachelors' degree or above with major emphasis in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; geography; land use or environmental law; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.
Five (5) years of professional experience in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; and/or program development.
Option 2:
A Master’s degree or above with major emphasis in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; geography; land use or environmental law; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.
Three (3) years of professional experience in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; and/or program development.
Option 3:
One year of experience as an Environmental Planner 3 at the Department of Ecology.
At the EP5 Level: $6,063 - $7,957 per month (range 67)
Option 1:
A Bachelor’s degree or above with major emphasis in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; geography; land use or environmental law; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.
Seven (7) years of professional experience in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; and/or program development.
Option 2:
A Master's degree or above with major emphasis in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; geography; land use or environmental law; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.
Five (5) years of professional experience in land use; urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; and/or program development.
Option 3:
One year of experience as an Environmental Planner 4 at the Department of Ecology.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must have a valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Understanding of the concepts and environmental justice, equity, racism, and environmental and health disparities.
Knowledge of issues affecting air quality, air quality laws, and rulemaking processes.
Experience working with stakeholders, and interacting with councils, commissions, or advisory groups.
Project management experience.
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.
A copy of college transcripts or other proof of completion of a degree.
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 Rob Dengel at: Robert.Dengel@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Rob 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.
The Department of Local Services – Road Services Division is searching for a seasoned professional to provide executive-level support to the Division Director, Deputy Director and to the Road Services Division . This role serves as a key member of the office administrative team. In this position, you will have the opportunity to have daily interaction with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders . Our successful candidate will be a self-starter who has excellent customer service and interpersonal skills , a keen attention to detail, an ability to work in a collaborative and ambiguous environment, and a strong background in providing executive-level support .
**The first round of interviews are scheduled for the week of December 28, 2020* SCOPE OF JOB DUTIES: The successful candidate, at a minimum, will demonstrate skill or ability to:
Manage the day-to-day administrative affairs of the Director’s schedule;
Triage incoming communication , prioritizing and determining its disposition;
Respond to calls from customers, other agencies, and elected officials in a courteous and efficient manner, routing to appropriate staff or managers;
Review, proofread, and format correspondence to ensure accuracy and completeness, etc. as well as consistency with organizational policy;
Organize and compile materials required for the transmittal of division legislation or reports to the King County Council, following established protocols and procedures;
Maintain confidential information in a professional manner;
Prepare for and participates in meetings , as assigned, for the purpose of conveying and gathering information regarding a wide variety of subjects;
Research a variety of topics for the purpose of ensuring compliance with policies and procedures;
Be flexible and comfortable not having the full picture before acting and willingness to move forward despite uncertainty;
Be comfortable in and understands the organizational structure and the ability to be politically savvy;
Understand the importance of effectively build meaningful relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
Have a process improvement mindset ;
Perform additional duties or special projects as assigned.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO:
Have a strong background supporting an Executive Director, Director/CEO, COO, or other similar senior-level executive and demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and use of good judgment in making independent decisions with a high degree of tact and diplomacy; OR an equivalent background of education and experience;
Is proactive and able to manage a high volume of diverse assignments and projects. Can handle multiple competing priorities and maintain attention to detail;
Have meticulous grammar, editing and writing, presentation and communication skills;
Are knowledgeable about how large organizations work, including how to get things done through formal and informal channels;
Can be flexible and adapt as required, while working in a multi-faceted and sometimes ambiguous environment;
Are culturally aware and comfortable having complex and challenging discussions about race and diversity in the workplace and are dedicated to building bridges;
Are comfortable and proficient in using Office Productivity tools in your daily work (the county uses Microsoft Office);
Who have knowledge of local government or public sector , is desirable.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This position is an appointed, non-exempt position therefore, eligible for overtime.
This position is not represented.
Why King County?
Competitive – healthcare plans
Free – transportation options
Manager Support – structured employee assistance program
Paid – vacation time (in addition to paid holidays)
Paid – sick leave
Paid – parental leave
Deferred – compensation plan
Ten – paid holidays
Awesome Employee Giving Program !
TEMPORARY TELECOMMUTING REQUIREMENT The work associated with this position will be performed remotely , at least through July 5, 2021 in compliance with King County’s telecommuting mandate . Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a County worksite. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the Public Health Directive from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer. To support employees during this time 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. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint. 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 business. The department provides a single executive point of accountability for delivery of local services to all of the unincorporated areas. ABOUT THE DIVISION Unincorporated King County is home to roughly a quarter million people. Collectively, these communities would be the second-largest city in the state. Millions more use the roads to access jobs and recreational activities in urban and rural King County. The Roads Services Division is committed to ensuring the county's road system is safe and efficient for all uses and modes of travel. The division is faced with a long-term structural funding problem, yet is responsible for 1,500 miles of roads and 182 bridges, 5.7 million feet of drainage ditches, over 44,000 traffic control signs, 78 traffic signals, and 50 traffic cameras in unincorporated King County. ABOUT KING COUNTY 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. 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 values--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. COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE 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 learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx Are you ready to APPLY? If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. The recruitment for this position is open to all applicants . A completed King County Application is required. We highly recommend that you also provide a cover letter and resume. If you have any questions, please contact Jen Irwin , Senior HR Analyst, by e-mail at jirwin@kingcounty.gov , or by phone at 206-263-0601. Connect with Jen on LinkedIn
Nov 25, 2020
Full time
The Department of Local Services – Road Services Division is searching for a seasoned professional to provide executive-level support to the Division Director, Deputy Director and to the Road Services Division . This role serves as a key member of the office administrative team. In this position, you will have the opportunity to have daily interaction with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders . Our successful candidate will be a self-starter who has excellent customer service and interpersonal skills , a keen attention to detail, an ability to work in a collaborative and ambiguous environment, and a strong background in providing executive-level support .
**The first round of interviews are scheduled for the week of December 28, 2020* SCOPE OF JOB DUTIES: The successful candidate, at a minimum, will demonstrate skill or ability to:
Manage the day-to-day administrative affairs of the Director’s schedule;
Triage incoming communication , prioritizing and determining its disposition;
Respond to calls from customers, other agencies, and elected officials in a courteous and efficient manner, routing to appropriate staff or managers;
Review, proofread, and format correspondence to ensure accuracy and completeness, etc. as well as consistency with organizational policy;
Organize and compile materials required for the transmittal of division legislation or reports to the King County Council, following established protocols and procedures;
Maintain confidential information in a professional manner;
Prepare for and participates in meetings , as assigned, for the purpose of conveying and gathering information regarding a wide variety of subjects;
Research a variety of topics for the purpose of ensuring compliance with policies and procedures;
Be flexible and comfortable not having the full picture before acting and willingness to move forward despite uncertainty;
Be comfortable in and understands the organizational structure and the ability to be politically savvy;
Understand the importance of effectively build meaningful relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
Have a process improvement mindset ;
Perform additional duties or special projects as assigned.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO:
Have a strong background supporting an Executive Director, Director/CEO, COO, or other similar senior-level executive and demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and use of good judgment in making independent decisions with a high degree of tact and diplomacy; OR an equivalent background of education and experience;
Is proactive and able to manage a high volume of diverse assignments and projects. Can handle multiple competing priorities and maintain attention to detail;
Have meticulous grammar, editing and writing, presentation and communication skills;
Are knowledgeable about how large organizations work, including how to get things done through formal and informal channels;
Can be flexible and adapt as required, while working in a multi-faceted and sometimes ambiguous environment;
Are culturally aware and comfortable having complex and challenging discussions about race and diversity in the workplace and are dedicated to building bridges;
Are comfortable and proficient in using Office Productivity tools in your daily work (the county uses Microsoft Office);
Who have knowledge of local government or public sector , is desirable.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This position is an appointed, non-exempt position therefore, eligible for overtime.
This position is not represented.
Why King County?
Competitive – healthcare plans
Free – transportation options
Manager Support – structured employee assistance program
Paid – vacation time (in addition to paid holidays)
Paid – sick leave
Paid – parental leave
Deferred – compensation plan
Ten – paid holidays
Awesome Employee Giving Program !
TEMPORARY TELECOMMUTING REQUIREMENT The work associated with this position will be performed remotely , at least through July 5, 2021 in compliance with King County’s telecommuting mandate . Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. Employees must reside in WA state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. There will be situations where the employee is required to report to a County worksite. Please note that when an employee conducts work that is likely to bring them in contact with another individual, safety precautions are required by the department in alignment with the Public Health Directive from the Seattle & King County Public Health Officer. To support employees during this time 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. King County is doing its part to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and remains committed to reducing our carbon footprint. 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 business. The department provides a single executive point of accountability for delivery of local services to all of the unincorporated areas. ABOUT THE DIVISION Unincorporated King County is home to roughly a quarter million people. Collectively, these communities would be the second-largest city in the state. Millions more use the roads to access jobs and recreational activities in urban and rural King County. The Roads Services Division is committed to ensuring the county's road system is safe and efficient for all uses and modes of travel. The division is faced with a long-term structural funding problem, yet is responsible for 1,500 miles of roads and 182 bridges, 5.7 million feet of drainage ditches, over 44,000 traffic control signs, 78 traffic signals, and 50 traffic cameras in unincorporated King County. ABOUT KING COUNTY 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. 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 values--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. COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE 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 learn more, please visit http://www.kingcounty.gov/elected/executive/equity-social-justice.aspx Are you ready to APPLY? If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement. The recruitment for this position is open to all applicants . A completed King County Application is required. We highly recommend that you also provide a cover letter and resume. If you have any questions, please contact Jen Irwin , Senior HR Analyst, by e-mail at jirwin@kingcounty.gov , or by phone at 206-263-0601. Connect with Jen on LinkedIn