Washington State Department of Ecology
Union Gap, WA
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Spill Responder (Environmental Specialist 3) position. This position is located in our Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. From industrial facilities to illegal drug labs to sunken boats, our work to stop releases of hazardous materials to the environment is unique and challenging. In this position, you will respond to oil and HAZMAT spills, safely manage dangerous waste, provide training, and develop local response partnerships. You will collaborate with law enforcement, fire service, other environmental agencies, Tribes, and other partners. Our focus on relationships builds opportunities for environmental protection as well as personal growth. Please Note: This position is required to serve as a duty officer for an after-hours, on-call pager duty on a regular rotation. Upon completion of the required training and successful medical surveillance baseline examination, the candidate will be assigned to the Emergency Spill Response Team and will be eligible for a 10% assignment pay . Likewise, Spill Responders are periodically required to be on call outside of scheduled work hours and are paid an hourly Standby Rate of 7% of the regular hourly rate . Also, if you work on a response activity outside of your scheduled work hours, you will receive Responder Pay of 150% of your regular hourly pay. Agency Mission: Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations. Program Mission: The Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response Program’s mission is to protect preserve, and restore Washington’s environment. The Spill Program’s vision is to create a zero spills world.
Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work schedule, with most work being conducted from an assigned vehicle and typically only four hours per week required in the office. 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.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on May 10, 2024 . In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before May 9, 2024 . If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date.
Please Note: We will review all applications received before the date above. Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire was not made. 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 * Click here for more information
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. 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.
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 makes this role unique?
In this role, you will work with a multi-disciplinary team and use science to solve complex environmental and public health challenges. Working with other federal, state, local, and Tribal response partners, spill responders serve as Ecology’s State On-Scene Coordinator leading the response and cleanup of complex environmental spills. The most challenging aspect of the work is coordinating with others under stress. However, every response is a new opportunity to collaborate with partner agencies and impacted citizens. You will use skill and empathy to mitigate stresses so that everyone involved is able to perform at their best and get the job done safely. What you will do:
Conduct responses to spills of oil and HAZMAT, abandoned waste, fish kills, pressurized cylinders, illegal drug manufacturing facilities, and other environmental and human health emergencies.
Under supervision, conduct operations to control, contain, and cleanup spills, and investigate their cause.
Under supervision, perform hands-on cleanup actions at oil and HAZMAT spills and illegal drug manufacturing facilities.
As State On-Scene Coordinator, oversee cleanup actions of spillers and their contractors.
Complete detailed documentation of response actions.
Complete ongoing training related to growth and competence as a Spill Responder.
Ensure safe and appropriate management of dangerous wastes generated as part of emergency oil and hazmat cleanup activities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:
30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, education, and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
A total of six (6) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience: in any combination of activities where the primary duty was responding to spills or other emergencies, conducting sampling and analysis studies, working with monitoring instrumentation, managing hazardous waste disposal, performing cleanup or restoration actions, writing scientific or analytical reports, hazardous materials emergency response, or responding to natural disasters.
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, engineering, or other allied 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 required experience – as listed above.
Combination 1; No college credit hours or degree; 6 years of experience
Combination 2; 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits; 5 years of experience
Combination 3; 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree); 4 years of experience
Combination 4; 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits; 3 years of experience
Combination 5; A Bachelor's Degree; 2 years of experience
Combination 6; A Master's Degree; 1 year of experience
Combination 7; A Ph.D.; No experience
OR
One (1) year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 2, at the Department of Ecology.
ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 certification is required . Free on-line ICS training and certification is available at: ICS 100: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-100.c ICS 200: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-200.c ICS 700: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-700.b ICS 800: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-800.c
80-hour HAZWOPER Technician Certification is required meeting the Hazardous Materials Specialist requirements in WAC 296-824 and 296-843 (can be obtained after hire). Current 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher certificate is also required (can be obtained after hire).
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license and maintain the license throughout employment.
Must pass employment medical surveillance physical and demonstrate the ability to wear respiratory protection and chemical protective clothing. Must successfully pass physical agilities test.
Must maintain a personal level of fitness necessary to successfully pass periodic medical surveillance exams, which may include a stress test, as detailed in the Spill Response Procedures.
Must be able to clear a detailed background check required to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Must hold and maintain eligibility and certification (valid passport or enhanced driver’s license) to permit travel to Canada in the event of a transboundary spill.
Must successfully complete initial SAFETRAC requirements and other required training outlined in the Spills Program Policy and Procedures Manual within 6 months of entering the position.
Must be prepared for a minimum 3-day field deployment within 1 hour of notification.
This position is identified as an Essential Agency Employee and is expected to work during facility closures and natural disasters.
This position is required to perform after-hours on-call duty on a rotation.
Assess Threats to Worker Safety & Perform Field Duties in a Safe Manner – Safety of workers and the public is the first priority of spill response positions. You will receive SPPR Program safety training and demonstrate understanding and performance of safe field operations. Threats to worker safety may include physical, chemical, biological hazards of materials; traffic; site conditions; weather; and threats posed by animals or contentious people at a work site.
Hazardous Materials Management – Accurate assessment of hazards from chemicals involved in environmental incidents is critical to the effective performance of this position. You will receive the training and equipment to perform this competency. Certification as a Hazardous Materials Specialist under State law is required before independently acting as the State On-Scene Coordinator during incidents.
Must live within a 60-minute commuting distance of Ecology’s Central Region Office in Union Gap, WA.
After hired, the expectation is that you would notify your supervisor immediately if you are unable to obtain any of the above required licenses or certifications, or if any of the above are revoked, expired, or suspended for any reason.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Familiarity with the NW Area Contingency Plan.
Other emergency response experience.
Experience working in the Incident Command System.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up 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.
A list of three professional references.
Note : References will only be contacted during the final steps of the recruitment process for candidates selected as finalists. References will not be contacted without the candidate’s formal authorization.
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 Sam Hunn at: Sam.Hunn@ecy.wa.gov Please do not contact Sam 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. 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.
Apr 19, 2024
Full time
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Spill Responder (Environmental Specialist 3) position. This position is located in our Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. From industrial facilities to illegal drug labs to sunken boats, our work to stop releases of hazardous materials to the environment is unique and challenging. In this position, you will respond to oil and HAZMAT spills, safely manage dangerous waste, provide training, and develop local response partnerships. You will collaborate with law enforcement, fire service, other environmental agencies, Tribes, and other partners. Our focus on relationships builds opportunities for environmental protection as well as personal growth. Please Note: This position is required to serve as a duty officer for an after-hours, on-call pager duty on a regular rotation. Upon completion of the required training and successful medical surveillance baseline examination, the candidate will be assigned to the Emergency Spill Response Team and will be eligible for a 10% assignment pay . Likewise, Spill Responders are periodically required to be on call outside of scheduled work hours and are paid an hourly Standby Rate of 7% of the regular hourly rate . Also, if you work on a response activity outside of your scheduled work hours, you will receive Responder Pay of 150% of your regular hourly pay. Agency Mission: Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations. Program Mission: The Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response Program’s mission is to protect preserve, and restore Washington’s environment. The Spill Program’s vision is to create a zero spills world.
Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work schedule, with most work being conducted from an assigned vehicle and typically only four hours per week required in the office. 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.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on May 10, 2024 . In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before May 9, 2024 . If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date.
Please Note: We will review all applications received before the date above. Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire was not made. 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 * Click here for more information
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. 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.
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 makes this role unique?
In this role, you will work with a multi-disciplinary team and use science to solve complex environmental and public health challenges. Working with other federal, state, local, and Tribal response partners, spill responders serve as Ecology’s State On-Scene Coordinator leading the response and cleanup of complex environmental spills. The most challenging aspect of the work is coordinating with others under stress. However, every response is a new opportunity to collaborate with partner agencies and impacted citizens. You will use skill and empathy to mitigate stresses so that everyone involved is able to perform at their best and get the job done safely. What you will do:
Conduct responses to spills of oil and HAZMAT, abandoned waste, fish kills, pressurized cylinders, illegal drug manufacturing facilities, and other environmental and human health emergencies.
Under supervision, conduct operations to control, contain, and cleanup spills, and investigate their cause.
Under supervision, perform hands-on cleanup actions at oil and HAZMAT spills and illegal drug manufacturing facilities.
As State On-Scene Coordinator, oversee cleanup actions of spillers and their contractors.
Complete detailed documentation of response actions.
Complete ongoing training related to growth and competence as a Spill Responder.
Ensure safe and appropriate management of dangerous wastes generated as part of emergency oil and hazmat cleanup activities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:
30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, education, and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
A total of six (6) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience: in any combination of activities where the primary duty was responding to spills or other emergencies, conducting sampling and analysis studies, working with monitoring instrumentation, managing hazardous waste disposal, performing cleanup or restoration actions, writing scientific or analytical reports, hazardous materials emergency response, or responding to natural disasters.
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, engineering, or other allied 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 required experience – as listed above.
Combination 1; No college credit hours or degree; 6 years of experience
Combination 2; 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits; 5 years of experience
Combination 3; 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree); 4 years of experience
Combination 4; 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits; 3 years of experience
Combination 5; A Bachelor's Degree; 2 years of experience
Combination 6; A Master's Degree; 1 year of experience
Combination 7; A Ph.D.; No experience
OR
One (1) year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 2, at the Department of Ecology.
ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 certification is required . Free on-line ICS training and certification is available at: ICS 100: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-100.c ICS 200: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-200.c ICS 700: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-700.b ICS 800: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-800.c
80-hour HAZWOPER Technician Certification is required meeting the Hazardous Materials Specialist requirements in WAC 296-824 and 296-843 (can be obtained after hire). Current 8-hour HAZWOPER refresher certificate is also required (can be obtained after hire).
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess a valid Washington State driver’s license and maintain the license throughout employment.
Must pass employment medical surveillance physical and demonstrate the ability to wear respiratory protection and chemical protective clothing. Must successfully pass physical agilities test.
Must maintain a personal level of fitness necessary to successfully pass periodic medical surveillance exams, which may include a stress test, as detailed in the Spill Response Procedures.
Must be able to clear a detailed background check required to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Must hold and maintain eligibility and certification (valid passport or enhanced driver’s license) to permit travel to Canada in the event of a transboundary spill.
Must successfully complete initial SAFETRAC requirements and other required training outlined in the Spills Program Policy and Procedures Manual within 6 months of entering the position.
Must be prepared for a minimum 3-day field deployment within 1 hour of notification.
This position is identified as an Essential Agency Employee and is expected to work during facility closures and natural disasters.
This position is required to perform after-hours on-call duty on a rotation.
Assess Threats to Worker Safety & Perform Field Duties in a Safe Manner – Safety of workers and the public is the first priority of spill response positions. You will receive SPPR Program safety training and demonstrate understanding and performance of safe field operations. Threats to worker safety may include physical, chemical, biological hazards of materials; traffic; site conditions; weather; and threats posed by animals or contentious people at a work site.
Hazardous Materials Management – Accurate assessment of hazards from chemicals involved in environmental incidents is critical to the effective performance of this position. You will receive the training and equipment to perform this competency. Certification as a Hazardous Materials Specialist under State law is required before independently acting as the State On-Scene Coordinator during incidents.
Must live within a 60-minute commuting distance of Ecology’s Central Region Office in Union Gap, WA.
After hired, the expectation is that you would notify your supervisor immediately if you are unable to obtain any of the above required licenses or certifications, or if any of the above are revoked, expired, or suspended for any reason.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Familiarity with the NW Area Contingency Plan.
Other emergency response experience.
Experience working in the Incident Command System.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up 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.
A list of three professional references.
Note : References will only be contacted during the final steps of the recruitment process for candidates selected as finalists. References will not be contacted without the candidate’s formal authorization.
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 Sam Hunn at: Sam.Hunn@ecy.wa.gov Please do not contact Sam 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. 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.
Ocean Associates Inc. (OAI) is seeking a Shellfish Researcher to provide support to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Northwest Fisheries Science Center in Seattle, WA. OAI is a Virginia corporation established in 2003 that provides consulting and technical services to the U.S. government, non-governmental organizations, international organizations, and the private sector. We specialize in scientific program and project management, strategic planning, professional and technical services, and stakeholder engagement, supporting government contracts.
Background
There has been considerable research regarding the ecosystem effects of shellfish farming in temperate waters of the Atlantic and Pacific coast in recent years. This research includes interactions with submerged aquatic vegetation, fish and invertebrates and effects on water quality. In Washington state, there are over 250 shellfish farms across over 700 sites, most of which are located in Puget Sound.
A priority in Puget Sound is the conservation of nearshore habitat, including wetlands, submerged aquatic vegetation, estuaries, and tidal zones that make up some of the most valuable habitat for the region’s salmon and steelhead and overlap in some places with shellfish farming. Unfortunately, much of nearshore habitat in Puget Sound is lost or degraded, with more than 90 percent of tidal wetlands lost to development. That leaves salmon without essential nursery habitat they need to feed and grow strong to boost their later survival in the open ocean. This is especially concerning for Puget Sound Chinook salmon, which is listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act.
To help address this situation, NOAA Fisheries recently developed the Puget Sound Nearshore Habitat Conservation Calculator (Nearshore Calculator). The calculator can be used to determine how much restoration is needed to offset the impacts of nearshore development. The calculator determines changes in habitat value in a common currency that represents habitat impacts as debits, and habitat improvements as credits. Developers can then offset debits with an equivalent number of credits, avoiding further net loss of nearshore habitat. Credits may come from improvements undertaken as part of the same project or from improvements in other areas in the Puget Sound region.
NOAA Fisheries is in need of assistance to help consider additions to the Nearshore Calculator to account for ecosystem effects of shellfish aquaculture in Puget Sound, based on best available science.
Description
The employee will coordinate with the Northwest Fisheries Science Center and West Coast Region of Fisheries (Central Puget Sound Branch & Oregon/Washington Aquaculture Coordinator) to assist with the following key tasks:
Literature Review/Calculator learning: Compile and conduct an assessment of relevant literature to inform ecosystem effects of shellfish aquaculture. Assess relevance to shellfish aquaculture in the US portions of the Salish Sea including all five marine basins delineated as service areas for use with the Nearshore Calculator. Synthesize and communicate findings to scientific, management and industry audiences. Invest in in-depth learning of the nearshore calculator and Section 7(a)(2) of the Endangered Species Act, including how the calculator works, the underlying literature, data inputs, analytical approach and how it is applied to aquaculture projects. Deliverables are:Finalized list of literature and folders with PDF copies of each study. Summary files with annotations of key results and conclusions from each source. Tables, figures, presentation materials for presenting results to different audiences. Contribute to NWFSC teams that are working on related projects by participating in meetings, completing assignments, and contributing to products.
Gain Regional Expertise: When possible, conduct site visits to regional shellfish farms to gain an understanding of aquaculture practices. Take photos of gear and growing practices at each site, pending permission of the grower. When possible, join research teams in the field to promote awareness of ongoing research applications. Deliverables are:Library of photos taken at each site visit that document different types of shellfish growing practices and ongoing research.
Effects of Aquaculture: Using results from Task 1 and 2, evaluate how benefits/impacts from different aquaculture techniques affect Physical and Biological Features (PBFs) for salmon based on best available science. Evaluate if these benefits/impacts are generally included in the indicator effect pathways outlined in Ehinger et al 2023. Amend the indicator effect pathways description as appropriate for aquaculture. Detail if any relevant indicator effect pathways may not be included and how they could be added in an update. Deliverables are:List of benefits/impacts of shellfish aquaculture are generally included in the indicator effect pathway outline in Ehinger et al., 2023. Amend recommended indicator effect pathway description(s), as applicable. Recommend any relevant indicator effect pathways that may not be included, and how they could be added following the format and methodology in Ehingher et al. 2023.
Prototype Development: For aquaculture techniques for which the most relevant indicator effect pathways are considered in the Nearshore Calculator, evaluate if current tabs allow for appropriate quantification of impacts. For those applications, develop demonstration examples of how shellfish aquaculture activities that require federal permitting may be addressed by the Nearshore Calculator. Demonstration growing methods shall include shellfish on-bottom culture, flip bag culture, long-line culture, geoduck culture and co-culture with seaweed and infrastructure associated with shellfish culture, such as buoys, nearshore hardening/boat launches, etc. Deliverables are:For each demonstration example, develop a document that describes each proposed idea for integrating ecosystem effects into decision making tools. Provide supporting evidence (data, references) to justify each idea.
Draft Recommendations: Based on steps one through four, develop proposed additions/adjustments to the calculator for shellfish projects. Present draft recommendations for feedback from applicable Northwest Fisheries Science Center and West Coast Region of Fisheries staff. Deliverables are:Consult with NWFSC and WCR staff to solicit peer review of demonstration examples. Develop key questions for reviewers to address in the review process. Electronic copies of all peer review comments received.
Develop Guidance: Develop instructions to NOAA Fisheries Staff regarding how these adjustments to the calculator can be incorporated for use by NOAA staff, tribes, the public and other stakeholders. Deliverables are:Based on results of peer review, offer guidance on when and how to implement the recommended additions and adjustments. Guidance may be in one or more formats, including but not limited to in-person work sessions, webinars, small meetings, written documentation, etc.
Communication: Share results, conclusions, guidance with interested and relevant audiences, including relevant conferences and meetings. In collaboration with NOAA staff, provide an overview of findings for regional aquaculture and marine habitat teams, tribes, the public and other stakeholders. Develop a synthesis manuscript for publication in a peer reviewed journal that includes the literature review findings and relevant results regarding how this information might be used to inform management tools and calculators. Deliverables are:Communications products including but not limited to:Presentation files (PowerPoint, Google Slides, etc.) and presentations at relevant science and management meetings. Manuscript drafted for submission to peer reviewed journal that integrates literature review and application to management tools. Collaborative engagement with communications teams on webstory, newsletter and social media content, as applicable. Monthly progress report to include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following: accomplishments, issues encountered, travel (including purpose, significant outcomes, action items), and recommendations, if applicable.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: Northwest Fisheries Science Center Seattle, WA or the associated Manchester Research Station, Manchester, WA
Travel: Travel is anticipated to support field research, meet with collaborators, and present results at a regional workshop or scientific conference. Travel will be in WA, OR, CA, or ID.
Salary and Benefits: This is a full-time position with benefits. Salary, commensurate with experience, between $38.00 - $42.00 per hour.
Requirements
Applicants must have the following minimum requirements:
Bachelor's degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university with a major directly related in a field of study as related to the requirements of this specific task order with emphasis in fisheries, oceanography, social science, natural science, mathematics, or hydrology, plus five (5) years of experience in related field or combination of such totaling nine (9) years combined education and experience. Master’s Degree in related field plus one (1) year experience or Ph.D. may be substituted for experience.
At least four years of academic research experience focused on fish populations, shellfish, submerged aquatic vegetation and/or nearshore habitat data.
Experience working in estuary or nearshore habitats on the west coast.
Experience with shellfish aquaculture practices and submerged aquatic vegetation (eelgrass and/or kelp).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with R or ArcGIS, modeling and data analysis, and experience writing and publishing peer-reviewed articles.
Familiarity with approaches and tools used by managers to value habitats
Knowledge and expertise of NOAA Fisheries policies and programs
Experience with planning, and Federal financial management and operations
Working with diverse interdisciplinary teams
Current MS Office skills
Valid driver's license
Ability to work effectively both individually and collaboratively in a team/group setting.
Ability to receive constructive feedback and implement appropriate action.
Only qualified applicants that meet minimum experience or background requirements stated above need apply. When applying for this position you will be asked to upload your resume at the end of this online application.
Applicants should submit a resume that includes the following:
Cover letter that briefly describes how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
Work history for past 10 years or since last full-time education.
Education.
Previous experience or training with similar requirements.
Three professional references.
Include your name in the document file name.
Upload your resume in readable, not scanned, PDF or Word format (PDF is preferred).
Nov 14, 2023
Full time
Ocean Associates Inc. (OAI) is seeking a Shellfish Researcher to provide support to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Northwest Fisheries Science Center in Seattle, WA. OAI is a Virginia corporation established in 2003 that provides consulting and technical services to the U.S. government, non-governmental organizations, international organizations, and the private sector. We specialize in scientific program and project management, strategic planning, professional and technical services, and stakeholder engagement, supporting government contracts.
Background
There has been considerable research regarding the ecosystem effects of shellfish farming in temperate waters of the Atlantic and Pacific coast in recent years. This research includes interactions with submerged aquatic vegetation, fish and invertebrates and effects on water quality. In Washington state, there are over 250 shellfish farms across over 700 sites, most of which are located in Puget Sound.
A priority in Puget Sound is the conservation of nearshore habitat, including wetlands, submerged aquatic vegetation, estuaries, and tidal zones that make up some of the most valuable habitat for the region’s salmon and steelhead and overlap in some places with shellfish farming. Unfortunately, much of nearshore habitat in Puget Sound is lost or degraded, with more than 90 percent of tidal wetlands lost to development. That leaves salmon without essential nursery habitat they need to feed and grow strong to boost their later survival in the open ocean. This is especially concerning for Puget Sound Chinook salmon, which is listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act.
To help address this situation, NOAA Fisheries recently developed the Puget Sound Nearshore Habitat Conservation Calculator (Nearshore Calculator). The calculator can be used to determine how much restoration is needed to offset the impacts of nearshore development. The calculator determines changes in habitat value in a common currency that represents habitat impacts as debits, and habitat improvements as credits. Developers can then offset debits with an equivalent number of credits, avoiding further net loss of nearshore habitat. Credits may come from improvements undertaken as part of the same project or from improvements in other areas in the Puget Sound region.
NOAA Fisheries is in need of assistance to help consider additions to the Nearshore Calculator to account for ecosystem effects of shellfish aquaculture in Puget Sound, based on best available science.
Description
The employee will coordinate with the Northwest Fisheries Science Center and West Coast Region of Fisheries (Central Puget Sound Branch & Oregon/Washington Aquaculture Coordinator) to assist with the following key tasks:
Literature Review/Calculator learning: Compile and conduct an assessment of relevant literature to inform ecosystem effects of shellfish aquaculture. Assess relevance to shellfish aquaculture in the US portions of the Salish Sea including all five marine basins delineated as service areas for use with the Nearshore Calculator. Synthesize and communicate findings to scientific, management and industry audiences. Invest in in-depth learning of the nearshore calculator and Section 7(a)(2) of the Endangered Species Act, including how the calculator works, the underlying literature, data inputs, analytical approach and how it is applied to aquaculture projects. Deliverables are:Finalized list of literature and folders with PDF copies of each study. Summary files with annotations of key results and conclusions from each source. Tables, figures, presentation materials for presenting results to different audiences. Contribute to NWFSC teams that are working on related projects by participating in meetings, completing assignments, and contributing to products.
Gain Regional Expertise: When possible, conduct site visits to regional shellfish farms to gain an understanding of aquaculture practices. Take photos of gear and growing practices at each site, pending permission of the grower. When possible, join research teams in the field to promote awareness of ongoing research applications. Deliverables are:Library of photos taken at each site visit that document different types of shellfish growing practices and ongoing research.
Effects of Aquaculture: Using results from Task 1 and 2, evaluate how benefits/impacts from different aquaculture techniques affect Physical and Biological Features (PBFs) for salmon based on best available science. Evaluate if these benefits/impacts are generally included in the indicator effect pathways outlined in Ehinger et al 2023. Amend the indicator effect pathways description as appropriate for aquaculture. Detail if any relevant indicator effect pathways may not be included and how they could be added in an update. Deliverables are:List of benefits/impacts of shellfish aquaculture are generally included in the indicator effect pathway outline in Ehinger et al., 2023. Amend recommended indicator effect pathway description(s), as applicable. Recommend any relevant indicator effect pathways that may not be included, and how they could be added following the format and methodology in Ehingher et al. 2023.
Prototype Development: For aquaculture techniques for which the most relevant indicator effect pathways are considered in the Nearshore Calculator, evaluate if current tabs allow for appropriate quantification of impacts. For those applications, develop demonstration examples of how shellfish aquaculture activities that require federal permitting may be addressed by the Nearshore Calculator. Demonstration growing methods shall include shellfish on-bottom culture, flip bag culture, long-line culture, geoduck culture and co-culture with seaweed and infrastructure associated with shellfish culture, such as buoys, nearshore hardening/boat launches, etc. Deliverables are:For each demonstration example, develop a document that describes each proposed idea for integrating ecosystem effects into decision making tools. Provide supporting evidence (data, references) to justify each idea.
Draft Recommendations: Based on steps one through four, develop proposed additions/adjustments to the calculator for shellfish projects. Present draft recommendations for feedback from applicable Northwest Fisheries Science Center and West Coast Region of Fisheries staff. Deliverables are:Consult with NWFSC and WCR staff to solicit peer review of demonstration examples. Develop key questions for reviewers to address in the review process. Electronic copies of all peer review comments received.
Develop Guidance: Develop instructions to NOAA Fisheries Staff regarding how these adjustments to the calculator can be incorporated for use by NOAA staff, tribes, the public and other stakeholders. Deliverables are:Based on results of peer review, offer guidance on when and how to implement the recommended additions and adjustments. Guidance may be in one or more formats, including but not limited to in-person work sessions, webinars, small meetings, written documentation, etc.
Communication: Share results, conclusions, guidance with interested and relevant audiences, including relevant conferences and meetings. In collaboration with NOAA staff, provide an overview of findings for regional aquaculture and marine habitat teams, tribes, the public and other stakeholders. Develop a synthesis manuscript for publication in a peer reviewed journal that includes the literature review findings and relevant results regarding how this information might be used to inform management tools and calculators. Deliverables are:Communications products including but not limited to:Presentation files (PowerPoint, Google Slides, etc.) and presentations at relevant science and management meetings. Manuscript drafted for submission to peer reviewed journal that integrates literature review and application to management tools. Collaborative engagement with communications teams on webstory, newsletter and social media content, as applicable. Monthly progress report to include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following: accomplishments, issues encountered, travel (including purpose, significant outcomes, action items), and recommendations, if applicable.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Location: Northwest Fisheries Science Center Seattle, WA or the associated Manchester Research Station, Manchester, WA
Travel: Travel is anticipated to support field research, meet with collaborators, and present results at a regional workshop or scientific conference. Travel will be in WA, OR, CA, or ID.
Salary and Benefits: This is a full-time position with benefits. Salary, commensurate with experience, between $38.00 - $42.00 per hour.
Requirements
Applicants must have the following minimum requirements:
Bachelor's degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university with a major directly related in a field of study as related to the requirements of this specific task order with emphasis in fisheries, oceanography, social science, natural science, mathematics, or hydrology, plus five (5) years of experience in related field or combination of such totaling nine (9) years combined education and experience. Master’s Degree in related field plus one (1) year experience or Ph.D. may be substituted for experience.
At least four years of academic research experience focused on fish populations, shellfish, submerged aquatic vegetation and/or nearshore habitat data.
Experience working in estuary or nearshore habitats on the west coast.
Experience with shellfish aquaculture practices and submerged aquatic vegetation (eelgrass and/or kelp).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with R or ArcGIS, modeling and data analysis, and experience writing and publishing peer-reviewed articles.
Familiarity with approaches and tools used by managers to value habitats
Knowledge and expertise of NOAA Fisheries policies and programs
Experience with planning, and Federal financial management and operations
Working with diverse interdisciplinary teams
Current MS Office skills
Valid driver's license
Ability to work effectively both individually and collaboratively in a team/group setting.
Ability to receive constructive feedback and implement appropriate action.
Only qualified applicants that meet minimum experience or background requirements stated above need apply. When applying for this position you will be asked to upload your resume at the end of this online application.
Applicants should submit a resume that includes the following:
Cover letter that briefly describes how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
Work history for past 10 years or since last full-time education.
Education.
Previous experience or training with similar requirements.
Three professional references.
Include your name in the document file name.
Upload your resume in readable, not scanned, PDF or Word format (PDF is preferred).
This position supports the ability of the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve - Maryland (CBNERR-MD) to plan for and implement habitat restoration and conservation projects proposed through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) as well as other funding mechanisms that advance community and habitat resilience and water quality improvement goals (e.g. the Chesapeake & Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation funding programs). CBNERR-MD comprises three components with five landowners/partners and works across programs to address local site issues and state-level coastal management objectives. This position will support CBNERR-MD’s work to plan and implement restoration and conservation initiatives within the Reserve’s three targeted watersheds. Projects led by staff will advance the science of resilient restoration practices to ensure they are designed for maximum water quality and resilience benefits and extend the Reserve’s work monitoring some of the state’s Resiliency through Restoration Initiative projects to inform adaptive management. This position will carry out work supporting three phases of resilience project development:
Understand: By looking across existing watershed and resilience plans and engaging with communities to learn their pressing concerns, staff will identify risk exposure, and identify a list of current and potential projects that would address risk and be eligible for IIJA and other funding opportunities. For projects already funded through Resiliency through Restoration or BIL, staff will support pre- and post-construction monitoring to understand project efficacy and advance the science to inform future project designs.
Plan: By working with a variety of Reserve and Coastal Management Program (CMP) partners within the Reserve’s three targeted watershed boundaries, staff will prioritize restoration and conservation projects, identify funding opportunities, and develop and submit proposals.
Implement: By managing IIJA funds, other funding opportunities, and partnerships, staff will implement and manage priority restoration and conservation projects and carry them through appraisal, design, permitting, and/or NEPA processes.
https://www.jobapscloud.com/MD/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=23&R2=002309&R3=0008&Viewer=Admin&Test=Y
Aug 30, 2023
Contractor
This position supports the ability of the Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve - Maryland (CBNERR-MD) to plan for and implement habitat restoration and conservation projects proposed through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) as well as other funding mechanisms that advance community and habitat resilience and water quality improvement goals (e.g. the Chesapeake & Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation funding programs). CBNERR-MD comprises three components with five landowners/partners and works across programs to address local site issues and state-level coastal management objectives. This position will support CBNERR-MD’s work to plan and implement restoration and conservation initiatives within the Reserve’s three targeted watersheds. Projects led by staff will advance the science of resilient restoration practices to ensure they are designed for maximum water quality and resilience benefits and extend the Reserve’s work monitoring some of the state’s Resiliency through Restoration Initiative projects to inform adaptive management. This position will carry out work supporting three phases of resilience project development:
Understand: By looking across existing watershed and resilience plans and engaging with communities to learn their pressing concerns, staff will identify risk exposure, and identify a list of current and potential projects that would address risk and be eligible for IIJA and other funding opportunities. For projects already funded through Resiliency through Restoration or BIL, staff will support pre- and post-construction monitoring to understand project efficacy and advance the science to inform future project designs.
Plan: By working with a variety of Reserve and Coastal Management Program (CMP) partners within the Reserve’s three targeted watershed boundaries, staff will prioritize restoration and conservation projects, identify funding opportunities, and develop and submit proposals.
Implement: By managing IIJA funds, other funding opportunities, and partnerships, staff will implement and manage priority restoration and conservation projects and carry them through appraisal, design, permitting, and/or NEPA processes.
https://www.jobapscloud.com/MD/sup/BulPreview.asp?R1=23&R2=002309&R3=0008&Viewer=Admin&Test=Y
Washington State Department of Ecology
Spokane, WA
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Spill Responder (Environmental Specialist 3) (In-training) position. This position is located in our Eastern Region Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA . Note: This position offers a career path and on-the-job training. This position allows you to progress through the Environmental Specialist field and achieve the goal class of an Environmental Specialist 3 (ES3) . Candidates will be considered at the ES2 and the ES3 levels, depending on their qualifications. For salary levels for each, please see the qualifications section. From industrial facilities to illegal drug labs to sunken boats, our work to stop releases of hazardous materials to the environment is unique and challenging. In this position, you will collaborate with law enforcement, fire service, other environmental agencies, Tribes, and other partners. Our focus on relationships builds opportunities for environmental protection as well as personal growth. Please Note: This position is required to serve as a duty officer for after-hours, on-call pager duty on a regular rotation. Upon completion of the required training and successful medical surveillance baseline examination, the candidate will be assigned to the Emergency Spill Response Team and will be eligible for a 10% assignment pay . Likewise, Spill Responders are periodically required to be on call outside of scheduled work hours and are paid an hourly Standby Rate of 7% of the regular hourly rate . Also, if you work on a response activity outside of your scheduled work hours, you will receive Responder Pay of 150% of your regular hourly pay. 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 Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response (SPPR) Program’s mission is to protect preserve, and restore Washington’s environment. The This position supports this mission through maintaining 24/7/365 response capability, aggressively responding to oil and HAZMAT spills, safely managing dangerous waste, providing training and developing local response partnerships, and cleaning up illegal drug manufacturing facilities. Telework options for this position: This position will include a combination of remote work from home, field work, and work in the office and is eligible for up to a 90% telework schedule. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, 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. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on August 08, 2023 . In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before August 07, 2023 . If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date. 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 * Click here for more information
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. 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.
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 makes this role unique?
In this role, you will work with a multi-disciplinary team and use science to solve complex environmental and public health challenges. Working with other federal, state, local and Tribal response partners, spill responders serve as Ecology’s State On-Scene Coordinator leading the response and cleanup of complex environmental spills. The most challenging aspect of the work is coordinating with others under stress. However, every response is a new opportunity to collaborate with partner agencies and impacted citizens alike. You will use skill and empathy to mitigate stresses so that everyone involved is able to perform at their best and get the job done safely. What you will do:
Conduct responses to spills of oil and HAZMAT, abandoned waste, fish kills, pressurized cylinders, illegal drug manufacturing facilities, and other environmental and human health emergencies.
Under supervision, conduct operations to control, contain and cleanup spills, and investigate their cause.
Under supervision, perform hands-on cleanup actions at oil and HAZMAT spills and illegal drug manufacturing facilities.
As State On-Scene Coordinator, oversee cleanup actions of spillers and their contractors.
Complete detailed documentation of response actions.
Complete ongoing training related to growth and competence as a Spill Responder.
Ensure safe and appropriate management of dangerous wastes generated as part of emergency oil and hazmat cleanup activities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:
30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, education, and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify. This is an In Training opportunity: The goal class for this position is an Environmental Specialist 3 (ES3). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements at the ES2 and ES3 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements at the ES2 level, they will be hired at that level and will be placed in a training program to become an ES3 within a specified period of time. At the Environmental Specialist 2 level: Pay Range 45 – ($3,796 - $5,088) Monthly A total of five (5) years of combined experience and / or education as described below: Experience : In any combination of activities such as responding to spills or other emergencies, conducting sampling and analysis studies, working with monitoring instrumentation, managing hazardous waste disposal, performing cleanup or restoration actions, writing scientific or analytical reports, hazardous materials emergency response, or responding to natural disasters. Education: Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, engineering or other allied field. All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position at the level of Environmental Specialist 2: Possible Combinations College credit hours or degree - as listed above Years of professional level experience - as listed above Combination 1No college credit hours or degree.5 years of experience.Combination 230-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.4 years of experience.Combination 360-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).3 years of experience.Combination 490-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.2 years of experience.Combination 5 A Bachelor's Degree.1 years of experience.Combination 6 A Master's Degree or higher.No experience needed. At the Environmental Specialist 3 level: Pay Range 53 – ($4,602 - $6,198) Monthly A total of six (6) years of combined experience and / or education as described below: Experience : In any combination of activities such as responding to spills or other emergencies, conducting sampling and analysis studies, working with monitoring instrumentation, managing hazardous waste disposal, performing cleanup or restoration actions, writing scientific or analytical reports, hazardous materials emergency response, or responding to natural disasters. Education: Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, engineering or other allied field. All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position at the level of Environmental Specialist 3: Possible Combinations College credit hours or degree - as listed above Years of professional level experience - as listed above Combination 1No college credit hours or degree.6 years of experience.Combination 230-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.5 years of experience.Combination 360-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).4 years of experience.Combination 490-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.3 years of experience.Combination 5 A Bachelor's Degree.2 years of experience.Combination 6 A Master's Degree.1 years of experience.Combination 7A Ph.D.No experience needed. For all education/experience levels: ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 certification is required. Free on-line ICS training and certification is available at: ICS 100: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-100.c ICS 200: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-200.c ICS 700: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-700.b ICS 800: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-800.c Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, be able to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Must pass employment medical surveillance physical and demonstrate the ability to wear respiratory protection and chemical protective clothing. Must successfully pass physical agilities test.
Must be able to pass a detailed background check required to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Must successfully complete initial SAFETRAC requirements and other required training outlined in Spills Program Policy and Procedures within 6 months of entering the position.
Must be prepared for a minimum 3-day field deployment within 1 hour of notification.
Must hold and maintain eligibility and certification (valid passport or enhanced driver’s license) to permit travel to Canada in the event of a transboundary spill.
This position is required to maintain a personal level of fitness necessary to pass a periodic medical surveillance exam, which may include a stress test.
This position is identified as an Essential Agency Employee and is expected to work during facility closures and natural disasters.
Must notify supervisor immediately if the employee is unable to obtain any of the above required licenses or certifications, or if any of the above are revoked, expired or suspended for any reason.
Must live within a 60-minute commuting distance of the Eastern Region Office in Spokane, WA.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Prior hazardous materials, emergency response, or disaster response experience.
Experienced working in the Incident Command System.
Hazardous Materials Technician Certification and Hazardous Materials Specialist Certification that meet the requirements of WAC 296-824 and 296-843.
Familiarity with the Northwest Area Contingency Plan.
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?
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Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
A list of 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 Sam Hunn at Sam.Hunn@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Sam 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. 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.
Jul 18, 2023
Full time
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Spill Responder (Environmental Specialist 3) (In-training) position. This position is located in our Eastern Region Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA . Note: This position offers a career path and on-the-job training. This position allows you to progress through the Environmental Specialist field and achieve the goal class of an Environmental Specialist 3 (ES3) . Candidates will be considered at the ES2 and the ES3 levels, depending on their qualifications. For salary levels for each, please see the qualifications section. From industrial facilities to illegal drug labs to sunken boats, our work to stop releases of hazardous materials to the environment is unique and challenging. In this position, you will collaborate with law enforcement, fire service, other environmental agencies, Tribes, and other partners. Our focus on relationships builds opportunities for environmental protection as well as personal growth. Please Note: This position is required to serve as a duty officer for after-hours, on-call pager duty on a regular rotation. Upon completion of the required training and successful medical surveillance baseline examination, the candidate will be assigned to the Emergency Spill Response Team and will be eligible for a 10% assignment pay . Likewise, Spill Responders are periodically required to be on call outside of scheduled work hours and are paid an hourly Standby Rate of 7% of the regular hourly rate . Also, if you work on a response activity outside of your scheduled work hours, you will receive Responder Pay of 150% of your regular hourly pay. 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 Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response (SPPR) Program’s mission is to protect preserve, and restore Washington’s environment. The This position supports this mission through maintaining 24/7/365 response capability, aggressively responding to oil and HAZMAT spills, safely managing dangerous waste, providing training and developing local response partnerships, and cleaning up illegal drug manufacturing facilities. Telework options for this position: This position will include a combination of remote work from home, field work, and work in the office and is eligible for up to a 90% telework schedule. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, 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. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on August 08, 2023 . In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before August 07, 2023 . If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date. 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 * Click here for more information
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. 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.
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 makes this role unique?
In this role, you will work with a multi-disciplinary team and use science to solve complex environmental and public health challenges. Working with other federal, state, local and Tribal response partners, spill responders serve as Ecology’s State On-Scene Coordinator leading the response and cleanup of complex environmental spills. The most challenging aspect of the work is coordinating with others under stress. However, every response is a new opportunity to collaborate with partner agencies and impacted citizens alike. You will use skill and empathy to mitigate stresses so that everyone involved is able to perform at their best and get the job done safely. What you will do:
Conduct responses to spills of oil and HAZMAT, abandoned waste, fish kills, pressurized cylinders, illegal drug manufacturing facilities, and other environmental and human health emergencies.
Under supervision, conduct operations to control, contain and cleanup spills, and investigate their cause.
Under supervision, perform hands-on cleanup actions at oil and HAZMAT spills and illegal drug manufacturing facilities.
As State On-Scene Coordinator, oversee cleanup actions of spillers and their contractors.
Complete detailed documentation of response actions.
Complete ongoing training related to growth and competence as a Spill Responder.
Ensure safe and appropriate management of dangerous wastes generated as part of emergency oil and hazmat cleanup activities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:
30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, education, and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify. This is an In Training opportunity: The goal class for this position is an Environmental Specialist 3 (ES3). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements at the ES2 and ES3 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements at the ES2 level, they will be hired at that level and will be placed in a training program to become an ES3 within a specified period of time. At the Environmental Specialist 2 level: Pay Range 45 – ($3,796 - $5,088) Monthly A total of five (5) years of combined experience and / or education as described below: Experience : In any combination of activities such as responding to spills or other emergencies, conducting sampling and analysis studies, working with monitoring instrumentation, managing hazardous waste disposal, performing cleanup or restoration actions, writing scientific or analytical reports, hazardous materials emergency response, or responding to natural disasters. Education: Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, engineering or other allied field. All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position at the level of Environmental Specialist 2: Possible Combinations College credit hours or degree - as listed above Years of professional level experience - as listed above Combination 1No college credit hours or degree.5 years of experience.Combination 230-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.4 years of experience.Combination 360-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).3 years of experience.Combination 490-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.2 years of experience.Combination 5 A Bachelor's Degree.1 years of experience.Combination 6 A Master's Degree or higher.No experience needed. At the Environmental Specialist 3 level: Pay Range 53 – ($4,602 - $6,198) Monthly A total of six (6) years of combined experience and / or education as described below: Experience : In any combination of activities such as responding to spills or other emergencies, conducting sampling and analysis studies, working with monitoring instrumentation, managing hazardous waste disposal, performing cleanup or restoration actions, writing scientific or analytical reports, hazardous materials emergency response, or responding to natural disasters. Education: Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, engineering or other allied field. All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position at the level of Environmental Specialist 3: Possible Combinations College credit hours or degree - as listed above Years of professional level experience - as listed above Combination 1No college credit hours or degree.6 years of experience.Combination 230-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.5 years of experience.Combination 360-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).4 years of experience.Combination 490-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.3 years of experience.Combination 5 A Bachelor's Degree.2 years of experience.Combination 6 A Master's Degree.1 years of experience.Combination 7A Ph.D.No experience needed. For all education/experience levels: ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 certification is required. Free on-line ICS training and certification is available at: ICS 100: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-100.c ICS 200: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-200.c ICS 700: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-700.b ICS 800: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-800.c Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, be able to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Must pass employment medical surveillance physical and demonstrate the ability to wear respiratory protection and chemical protective clothing. Must successfully pass physical agilities test.
Must be able to pass a detailed background check required to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
Must successfully complete initial SAFETRAC requirements and other required training outlined in Spills Program Policy and Procedures within 6 months of entering the position.
Must be prepared for a minimum 3-day field deployment within 1 hour of notification.
Must hold and maintain eligibility and certification (valid passport or enhanced driver’s license) to permit travel to Canada in the event of a transboundary spill.
This position is required to maintain a personal level of fitness necessary to pass a periodic medical surveillance exam, which may include a stress test.
This position is identified as an Essential Agency Employee and is expected to work during facility closures and natural disasters.
Must notify supervisor immediately if the employee is unable to obtain any of the above required licenses or certifications, or if any of the above are revoked, expired or suspended for any reason.
Must live within a 60-minute commuting distance of the Eastern Region Office in Spokane, WA.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Prior hazardous materials, emergency response, or disaster response experience.
Experienced working in the Incident Command System.
Hazardous Materials Technician Certification and Hazardous Materials Specialist Certification that meet the requirements of WAC 296-824 and 296-843.
Familiarity with the Northwest Area Contingency Plan.
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 .
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Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
A list of 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 Sam Hunn at Sam.Hunn@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Sam 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. 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.
Katten is a full-service law firm with approximately 700 attorneys in locations across the United States and in London and Shanghai. Clients seeking sophisticated, high-value legal services turn to Katten for counsel locally, nationally and internationally. The firm’s core areas of practice include corporate, financial markets and funds, insolvency and restructuring, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, structured finance and securitization, transactional tax planning, private credit and private wealth. Katten represents public and private companies in numerous industries, as well as a number of government and nonprofit organizations and individuals.
Billing Coordinator
The Billing Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day administration of billing procedures and preparation of client billing by compiling data from client billing guidelines and preparing invoices. This position requires client and attorney contact. Maintains professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and firm matters.
Ability and availability to work from November 15th through January 31st preferably with minimum scheduled time off (excluding medical/family emergencies) in order to meet billing, eBilling and collection deadlines at year-end.
Katten offers a hybrid work model, allowing the flexibility to work both on-site and remotely on a regular basis (KattenFlex).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, the following. Other duties may be requested and/or assigned. Essential functions are primary job duties that an individual must be able to perform successfully with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Preparation of client invoices and statements of account as requested by attorneys, or as required by client billing guidelines.
Review of prebills for accuracy and compliance with client guidelines prior to forwarding to attorneys for review.
Maintenance of billing instructions and partner preferences as needed to prepare invoices taking note of client billing guidelines. Ensure informaiton is available to all billing team members as needed during absence to mitigate delays in billing.
Revise invoices per attorney feedback, and on occasion based on feedback from clients, or other finance cohorts.
Prepare Excel spreadsheets as requested by partners or clients including information in support of client invoices.
Obtain appropriate approvals for write-offs of WIP and AR.
Prepare Excel spreadsheets as requested to track of client WIP and AR, including write offs and payments.
Preparation of invoice write-offs to reflect client discounting or additional reductions as requested by attorneys.
Utilize computerized accounting and billing software programs to enter and compile data.
Perform job responsibilities with a high level of customer service focus, ensuring clear and concise communications at all times.
Ad hoc special projects when necessary.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts or accounting; business internship while pursuing undergraduate degree is preferred, but not required.
Computer proficient with experience and working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, and MS Word required.
Analytical skills requiring an aptitude for detail and accuracy in order to conduct analysis of complex client billing problems, reconciliation of billing related issues, ability to multi-task with numerous reports simultaneously.
Exhibit high degree of initiative in order to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, detail-oriented work environment, and ensure work is completed within strict deadlines. Proactive with excellent troubleshooting, problem resolution, and follow-through skills.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate with courtesy and diplomacy, efficiently follow written and verbal instructions, provide information, and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, clients, staff, and outside contacts.
Excellent organizational skills including record keeping, data collection, and system information. Ability to compile and analyze data and furnish information in report/Excel format, written correspondence, e-mail, or verbally.
Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment. Ability to act independently and make decisions within scope of the position’s responsibilities.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply mathematical concepts when computing, reconciling balances, verifying numerical data, processing moderately complex client billing, preparing various billing reports, and adjustments to clients invoicing, write downs and processing write-offs.
Possess excellent knowledge of reading, writing, grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading, and formatting in order to interpret source data, prepare moderately complex client billing, proofread material for grammatical, typographical, and spelling errors, and perform file maintenance.
Work occasionally requires more than 37.5 hours per week (35 hours per week in New York) to perform the essential duties of the position. Ability to work overtime when required at month-end and year-end in order to process heavy volume of client billing.
We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes: medical/dental/vision, 401k with employer contribution, parental leave, transportation fringe benefit program, back-up care option, generous paid time off policy, and long-term and short-term disability policies.
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA-M/F/SO/Disability/Veteran.
Jun 14, 2023
Full time
Katten is a full-service law firm with approximately 700 attorneys in locations across the United States and in London and Shanghai. Clients seeking sophisticated, high-value legal services turn to Katten for counsel locally, nationally and internationally. The firm’s core areas of practice include corporate, financial markets and funds, insolvency and restructuring, intellectual property, litigation, real estate, structured finance and securitization, transactional tax planning, private credit and private wealth. Katten represents public and private companies in numerous industries, as well as a number of government and nonprofit organizations and individuals.
Billing Coordinator
The Billing Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day administration of billing procedures and preparation of client billing by compiling data from client billing guidelines and preparing invoices. This position requires client and attorney contact. Maintains professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and firm matters.
Ability and availability to work from November 15th through January 31st preferably with minimum scheduled time off (excluding medical/family emergencies) in order to meet billing, eBilling and collection deadlines at year-end.
Katten offers a hybrid work model, allowing the flexibility to work both on-site and remotely on a regular basis (KattenFlex).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to, the following. Other duties may be requested and/or assigned. Essential functions are primary job duties that an individual must be able to perform successfully with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Preparation of client invoices and statements of account as requested by attorneys, or as required by client billing guidelines.
Review of prebills for accuracy and compliance with client guidelines prior to forwarding to attorneys for review.
Maintenance of billing instructions and partner preferences as needed to prepare invoices taking note of client billing guidelines. Ensure informaiton is available to all billing team members as needed during absence to mitigate delays in billing.
Revise invoices per attorney feedback, and on occasion based on feedback from clients, or other finance cohorts.
Prepare Excel spreadsheets as requested by partners or clients including information in support of client invoices.
Obtain appropriate approvals for write-offs of WIP and AR.
Prepare Excel spreadsheets as requested to track of client WIP and AR, including write offs and payments.
Preparation of invoice write-offs to reflect client discounting or additional reductions as requested by attorneys.
Utilize computerized accounting and billing software programs to enter and compile data.
Perform job responsibilities with a high level of customer service focus, ensuring clear and concise communications at all times.
Ad hoc special projects when necessary.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts or accounting; business internship while pursuing undergraduate degree is preferred, but not required.
Computer proficient with experience and working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, and MS Word required.
Analytical skills requiring an aptitude for detail and accuracy in order to conduct analysis of complex client billing problems, reconciliation of billing related issues, ability to multi-task with numerous reports simultaneously.
Exhibit high degree of initiative in order to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, detail-oriented work environment, and ensure work is completed within strict deadlines. Proactive with excellent troubleshooting, problem resolution, and follow-through skills.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate with courtesy and diplomacy, efficiently follow written and verbal instructions, provide information, and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of attorneys, clients, staff, and outside contacts.
Excellent organizational skills including record keeping, data collection, and system information. Ability to compile and analyze data and furnish information in report/Excel format, written correspondence, e-mail, or verbally.
Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with others in a team-oriented environment. Ability to act independently and make decisions within scope of the position’s responsibilities.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply mathematical concepts when computing, reconciling balances, verifying numerical data, processing moderately complex client billing, preparing various billing reports, and adjustments to clients invoicing, write downs and processing write-offs.
Possess excellent knowledge of reading, writing, grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading, and formatting in order to interpret source data, prepare moderately complex client billing, proofread material for grammatical, typographical, and spelling errors, and perform file maintenance.
Work occasionally requires more than 37.5 hours per week (35 hours per week in New York) to perform the essential duties of the position. Ability to work overtime when required at month-end and year-end in order to process heavy volume of client billing.
We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes: medical/dental/vision, 401k with employer contribution, parental leave, transportation fringe benefit program, back-up care option, generous paid time off policy, and long-term and short-term disability policies.
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA-M/F/SO/Disability/Veteran.
Salary Range: $5,148 - $7,902
Application Deadline: 06/04/2023
Do you have experience in navigating public financing structures for affordable housing projects? Do you have housing development experience that involves supportive housing, residential treatment homes or facilities, substance use disorder housing or other specialized non-traditional subsidized housing projects, or a desire to apply your expertise to investments that seek to expand the capacity of Oregon’s behavioral health continuum of care to meet the needs of individuals and communities across the state? We look forward to hearing from you!
This posting will be used to fill one (1) permanent, full-time position. This position is classified and is a represented by a union.
Work Location: Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah; hybrid position
What you will do!
The Housing Development Coordinator is responsible for leading housing development efforts to address homelessness, create new housing, and preserve existing residential resources for persons with serious mental illness and addiction disorders. This position manages the various contractual arrangements to implement resultant projects. Position scope includes (1) the coordination and ongoing oversight of HSD housing development initiatives for people with mental health and addiction disorders; (2) serving as program contact for housing development awards; (3) representing HSD and providing leadership on behalf of the department on supportive and affordable housing for OHA clients.
Work involves a significant amount of negotiation, coordination, and technical assistance activity with a variety of federal, state, county and local partners, their constituencies and community-based mental health treatment programs in order to accomplish the development of residential programs. This position develops strategies to access funding from a variety of sources to finance housing projects and related operating subsidies and identifies new ways to respond to the housing needs of target populations. This position is also responsible for assisting housing development activities to implement ORS 426.502 through 426.508 pertaining to housing for people with mental illness at the former Dammasch State Hospital campus and the Community Mental Health Housing Fund established with the proceeds from the property sale. Development and dissemination of informational materials both within HSD and throughout the state is required.
What's in it for you?
A position where your input and contributions impact the citizens of Oregon.
8 hours of vacation leave and 8 hours of sick leave per month
Nearly unbeatable medical, vision, and dental benefits
Pension and retirement programs
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Required Attributes
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
A bachelor's degree in business or public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years' experience coordinating or administering a program.
OR
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.
Requested Attributes
Experience working with behavioral health systems and/or the justice system.
Experience providing organizational leadership to support inter-and cross-agency collaboration and influencing systems-wide changes by applying an equity framework to all work.
Housing development experience.
Experience in navigating public financing structures in affordable housing projects, especially project budgets for construction and associated development costs.
Knowledge of cost reasonableness in various housings types including supportive housing, residential treatment homes or facilities, substance use disorder housing or other specialized non-traditional subsidized housing projects.
Experience with public contracting requirements including, prevailing wages (BOLI or HUD), insurance requirements, funding disbursement methods, and local permitting and land use regulations.
Experience with property acquisition, construction bidding and contracting.
Knowledge of real estate closing procedures and methods for securing real estate investments [e.g. Deeds of Trust, Covenants & related recorded document.
Expertise in reviewing construction/renovation documents and providing technical assistance.
Expertise in negotiating with contractors, architects and local jurisdictions regarding construction/renovation
Demonstrates strong skills in the following areas:
Customer service
Project management
Research and analysis
Training and technical assistance
Prioritization and organization of work
Responsiveness and problem-solving skills
Written and oral communication, including presentation
How to Apply
To view the announcement and apply, please visit the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OHA--Summer-Street/Housing-Development-Coordinator--Program-Analyst-3-_REQ-128866
The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.
May 31, 2023
Full time
Salary Range: $5,148 - $7,902
Application Deadline: 06/04/2023
Do you have experience in navigating public financing structures for affordable housing projects? Do you have housing development experience that involves supportive housing, residential treatment homes or facilities, substance use disorder housing or other specialized non-traditional subsidized housing projects, or a desire to apply your expertise to investments that seek to expand the capacity of Oregon’s behavioral health continuum of care to meet the needs of individuals and communities across the state? We look forward to hearing from you!
This posting will be used to fill one (1) permanent, full-time position. This position is classified and is a represented by a union.
Work Location: Salem/Marion or Portland/Multnomah; hybrid position
What you will do!
The Housing Development Coordinator is responsible for leading housing development efforts to address homelessness, create new housing, and preserve existing residential resources for persons with serious mental illness and addiction disorders. This position manages the various contractual arrangements to implement resultant projects. Position scope includes (1) the coordination and ongoing oversight of HSD housing development initiatives for people with mental health and addiction disorders; (2) serving as program contact for housing development awards; (3) representing HSD and providing leadership on behalf of the department on supportive and affordable housing for OHA clients.
Work involves a significant amount of negotiation, coordination, and technical assistance activity with a variety of federal, state, county and local partners, their constituencies and community-based mental health treatment programs in order to accomplish the development of residential programs. This position develops strategies to access funding from a variety of sources to finance housing projects and related operating subsidies and identifies new ways to respond to the housing needs of target populations. This position is also responsible for assisting housing development activities to implement ORS 426.502 through 426.508 pertaining to housing for people with mental illness at the former Dammasch State Hospital campus and the Community Mental Health Housing Fund established with the proceeds from the property sale. Development and dissemination of informational materials both within HSD and throughout the state is required.
What's in it for you?
A position where your input and contributions impact the citizens of Oregon.
8 hours of vacation leave and 8 hours of sick leave per month
Nearly unbeatable medical, vision, and dental benefits
Pension and retirement programs
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Required Attributes
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
A bachelor's degree in business or public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, or a degree related to the agency program that demonstrates the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years' experience coordinating or administering a program.
OR
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.
Requested Attributes
Experience working with behavioral health systems and/or the justice system.
Experience providing organizational leadership to support inter-and cross-agency collaboration and influencing systems-wide changes by applying an equity framework to all work.
Housing development experience.
Experience in navigating public financing structures in affordable housing projects, especially project budgets for construction and associated development costs.
Knowledge of cost reasonableness in various housings types including supportive housing, residential treatment homes or facilities, substance use disorder housing or other specialized non-traditional subsidized housing projects.
Experience with public contracting requirements including, prevailing wages (BOLI or HUD), insurance requirements, funding disbursement methods, and local permitting and land use regulations.
Experience with property acquisition, construction bidding and contracting.
Knowledge of real estate closing procedures and methods for securing real estate investments [e.g. Deeds of Trust, Covenants & related recorded document.
Expertise in reviewing construction/renovation documents and providing technical assistance.
Expertise in negotiating with contractors, architects and local jurisdictions regarding construction/renovation
Demonstrates strong skills in the following areas:
Customer service
Project management
Research and analysis
Training and technical assistance
Prioritization and organization of work
Responsiveness and problem-solving skills
Written and oral communication, including presentation
How to Apply
To view the announcement and apply, please visit the following link:
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OHA--Summer-Street/Housing-Development-Coordinator--Program-Analyst-3-_REQ-128866
The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.
OFFICE MANAGER/ EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - WNDU
Job Category : Administrative Requisition Number : OFFIC007896 Apply now
Posting Details
Posted : May 1, 2023
Full-Time
Locations
Showing 1 location South Bend, IN 46637, USA
Job Details
Description
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WNDU:
WNDU is the “This is Home” station in Michiana and we live that brand every day. Our station has a positive, team-oriented culture that we cherish. We are located on the beautiful campus of The University of Notre Dame. WNDU is in an ideal location, close to Chicago and Indianapolis and just 30 minutes from Lake Michigan. The South Bend area is a thriving destination for first-rate education, sports, arts, and entertainment. Joining the WNDU team is an opportunity to grow your career by working in a positive and energetic environment.
WNDU has been awarded “Station of the Year” twice by the Indiana Broadcasters Association. Joining the WNDU team is an opportunity to grow your career by working in a positive and energetic environment.
Job Summary/Description:
WNDU-TV is in need of a Front Office HR/Business Assistant. The responsibilities for the Front Office HR/Business Assistant may vary by station but the list below covers some of the major job duties. Front Office HR/Business Assistant reports directly to the General Manger and is responsible for coordinating all HR and Administrative matters of the station as defined below. Maintain Station Contracts. Review employment contracts and process on a timely in Gray payroll all necessary paperwork. Distribute copies of all contracts to Shared Services Accounting Manager and maintain station Contract File.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
· Prepares and files Quarterly EEOC Reports. · Maintains the Public file. · Assists General Manager to Maintain employee Personnel/Payroll files. · Assists employees with HR matters: Insurance, Leave, Vacation, UKG, Oversees all Business Insurance matters (workers comp & OSHA Reports) · Reviews New Hire packets with employees and uploads information to the HR Portal. · Enter salary changes and employee termination into payroll system. · Prints and distributes Financial Statements as directed by Accounting Manager. · Provides Front Desk relief (breaks, lunch, and vacation) · Helps Copy Coordinator as a backup. · Provides Assistance to the Sales department with Various day-to-day duties such as order entry as well as overall assistance to the General Manager with help managing Vendor contracts and communications. · Other duties as assigned by General Manager
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Proficiency in the operation of computers, and other office software and equipment is necessary. • Requires skill in Microsoft Office applications, preferably Excel and Word. • Must have the ability to communicate effectively in a positive and pleasant manner; be able to maintain confidentiality; possess superior organizational skills; attention to detail, accuracy, time management; and a willingness to learn and perform assigned tasks.
Interested applicants can, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now" , upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal )
WNDU-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time , be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.
Qualifications
Education
Required
High School or better.
May 02, 2023
Full time
OFFICE MANAGER/ EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - WNDU
Job Category : Administrative Requisition Number : OFFIC007896 Apply now
Posting Details
Posted : May 1, 2023
Full-Time
Locations
Showing 1 location South Bend, IN 46637, USA
Job Details
Description
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
About WNDU:
WNDU is the “This is Home” station in Michiana and we live that brand every day. Our station has a positive, team-oriented culture that we cherish. We are located on the beautiful campus of The University of Notre Dame. WNDU is in an ideal location, close to Chicago and Indianapolis and just 30 minutes from Lake Michigan. The South Bend area is a thriving destination for first-rate education, sports, arts, and entertainment. Joining the WNDU team is an opportunity to grow your career by working in a positive and energetic environment.
WNDU has been awarded “Station of the Year” twice by the Indiana Broadcasters Association. Joining the WNDU team is an opportunity to grow your career by working in a positive and energetic environment.
Job Summary/Description:
WNDU-TV is in need of a Front Office HR/Business Assistant. The responsibilities for the Front Office HR/Business Assistant may vary by station but the list below covers some of the major job duties. Front Office HR/Business Assistant reports directly to the General Manger and is responsible for coordinating all HR and Administrative matters of the station as defined below. Maintain Station Contracts. Review employment contracts and process on a timely in Gray payroll all necessary paperwork. Distribute copies of all contracts to Shared Services Accounting Manager and maintain station Contract File.
Duties/Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
· Prepares and files Quarterly EEOC Reports. · Maintains the Public file. · Assists General Manager to Maintain employee Personnel/Payroll files. · Assists employees with HR matters: Insurance, Leave, Vacation, UKG, Oversees all Business Insurance matters (workers comp & OSHA Reports) · Reviews New Hire packets with employees and uploads information to the HR Portal. · Enter salary changes and employee termination into payroll system. · Prints and distributes Financial Statements as directed by Accounting Manager. · Provides Front Desk relief (breaks, lunch, and vacation) · Helps Copy Coordinator as a backup. · Provides Assistance to the Sales department with Various day-to-day duties such as order entry as well as overall assistance to the General Manager with help managing Vendor contracts and communications. · Other duties as assigned by General Manager
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Proficiency in the operation of computers, and other office software and equipment is necessary. • Requires skill in Microsoft Office applications, preferably Excel and Word. • Must have the ability to communicate effectively in a positive and pleasant manner; be able to maintain confidentiality; possess superior organizational skills; attention to detail, accuracy, time management; and a willingness to learn and perform assigned tasks.
Interested applicants can, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings , you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now" , upload your resume, cover letter and references
(Current employees that are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro employee portal )
WNDU-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time , be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.
Qualifications
Education
Required
High School or better.
Job Summary
The Clark County Geographic Information Services (GIS) department has an opening for a GIS Coordinator. The GIS Coordinator is responsible for delivering geospatial solutions that provide insights into data, streamline departmental workflows, manage County assets, and enable County staff and the general public to make more informed decisions. The successful candidate will act as the main liaison between the GIS department and the County’s Community Planning, Community Development, and Public Health departments. Creativity, collaboration, strong project management skills, and a drive to innovate and improve workflows are key traits for success in this role.
Qualifications:
The main responsibilities of this position include:
Deliver GIS data, analysis, training, and ongoing project support for the County’s Community Planning, Community Development, and Public Health departments.
Overall project management that includes problem analysis, solution design, and project execution. Solution design will include design or review of complex database systems, application interfaces, and existing workflows.
Stewardship of departmental and project-specific geospatial data, enterprise geodatabases, and web applications.
Assist with the ongoing development, operation, and maintenance of the County’s enterprise GIS systems including our suite of ArcGIS Enterprise products (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, Portal for ArcGIS, and ArcGIS Online).
Direct management of technical GIS staff, including defining work assignments and prioritizing tasks.
Examples of Duties
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education and Experience:
A Bachelor's degree with major course work in geography, GIS, computer science, urban or community planning, or a closely related field.
At least four (4) years of experience with managing and implementing complex GIS-based projects and solutions; preferably within the context of land use planning, development-related permitting, code enforcement, and public health.
At least four (4) years of experience with management and analysis of geospatial data, Python scripting for process improvement and automation, and developing GIS applications using the Esri ArcGIS software suite.
At least two (2) years of experience in leading professional GIS staff on projects that involve a substantial amount of geospatial data analysis, visualization, and management (preferably within the context of local government).
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: M2.828 $7,145.00 - $10,093.00- per month
Apr 03, 2023
Full time
Job Summary
The Clark County Geographic Information Services (GIS) department has an opening for a GIS Coordinator. The GIS Coordinator is responsible for delivering geospatial solutions that provide insights into data, streamline departmental workflows, manage County assets, and enable County staff and the general public to make more informed decisions. The successful candidate will act as the main liaison between the GIS department and the County’s Community Planning, Community Development, and Public Health departments. Creativity, collaboration, strong project management skills, and a drive to innovate and improve workflows are key traits for success in this role.
Qualifications:
The main responsibilities of this position include:
Deliver GIS data, analysis, training, and ongoing project support for the County’s Community Planning, Community Development, and Public Health departments.
Overall project management that includes problem analysis, solution design, and project execution. Solution design will include design or review of complex database systems, application interfaces, and existing workflows.
Stewardship of departmental and project-specific geospatial data, enterprise geodatabases, and web applications.
Assist with the ongoing development, operation, and maintenance of the County’s enterprise GIS systems including our suite of ArcGIS Enterprise products (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, Portal for ArcGIS, and ArcGIS Online).
Direct management of technical GIS staff, including defining work assignments and prioritizing tasks.
Examples of Duties
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education and Experience:
A Bachelor's degree with major course work in geography, GIS, computer science, urban or community planning, or a closely related field.
At least four (4) years of experience with managing and implementing complex GIS-based projects and solutions; preferably within the context of land use planning, development-related permitting, code enforcement, and public health.
At least four (4) years of experience with management and analysis of geospatial data, Python scripting for process improvement and automation, and developing GIS applications using the Esri ArcGIS software suite.
At least two (2) years of experience in leading professional GIS staff on projects that involve a substantial amount of geospatial data analysis, visualization, and management (preferably within the context of local government).
For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:
https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county
Salary Grade: M2.828 $7,145.00 - $10,093.00- per month
King County Department of Local Services, Permitting Division
919 SW Grady Way, Suite 300, Renton, WA 98057-2906
SUMMARY:
**This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies for up to 6 months. Including permanent career service, special duty assignments, short-term temporary (STT) and term-limited temporary (TLT)
In order to hire and maintain a quality workforce that reflects the diversity of the community and works well within our True North values-based organization, the Permitting Division of the Department of Local Services (DLS) is accepting applications for the position of Permit Review Coordinator in the Permitting Services section. The Permitting Services team is responsible for providing direct customer services in support of the functions of the Division. If you are customer obsessed and looking for an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a detail-oriented team, we need you. Permitting is looking for someone who thrives on solving problems, is solutions oriented, and works well both individually and as part of a highly collaborative workgroup.
The Permit Review Coordinator facilitates and helps administer King County permitting codes, policies, and procedures. They are the first point of contact applicants have and are setting the expectation for the customer experience.
Currently this is a hybrid position that is primarily telecommute with a rotating schedule in the office.
JOB DUTIES:
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. Permit Application Screening, Intake, and issuance:
Research property records; read and interpret maps, plans, and legal descriptions.
Provide answers to customer’s questions regarding King County permitting codes, policies, and procedures.
Screen permit applications for completeness based on a specific criterion for building, fire, and land use permit types.
Explain, calculate, and collect permit fees from customers.
Accurately and efficiently use permitting software, online portals, and available technology tools to receive, screen, route, and track application from intake to permit issuance.
Work closely with all levels of staff in King County to accomplish primary objectives.
Follow up with applicants at various permitting stages; compile and process notifications; ensure permit tracking systems are updated accurately throughout the permitting process.
Perform quality assurance of approved permits, verify fees and permit requirements, prepare issuance packages, and issue permits.
Customer Service:
Provide helpful and respectful customer service to citizens and County employees.
Answer a high volume of customer inquiries electronically, by phone, and/or in person in accordance with the division's available customer service options.
Explain application submittal requirements, application procedures, permitting processes and timelines.
Help customers who are upset or angry by communicating in a positive and professional manner.
Track customer inquiries in electronic CRM system and ensure appropriate follow up with customers is completed
Other duties:
Collaborate with workgroup and Division staff working toward continuous improvement of customer services.
Maintain Permitting records in accordance with policies and procedures.
As a member of the Permitting Services group, this position will be responsible to cross-train with all Permit Review Coordinators and/or Permit Technicians and/or administrative staff to be prepared to support all functions of the workgroup and the Division.
Other responsibilities may involve cash, check, or electronic payment processing, data entry, processing notices and mailings to customers, record maintenance, and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
Minimum Qualifications:
Working experience or substantial knowledge of building and/or land use permit application procedures, submittal requirements and associated documents; interpreting maps, plans, and legal descriptions.
Knowledge of rules, regulations, codes, laws, and/or policies relative to the position.
Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member in a highly collaborative environment.
Experience providing excellent customer service, including working with upset or angry customers while maintaining positive customer relationships.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Professional experience and intermediate skill using Microsoft Office Products including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, CRM,
Professional experience using permitting software, online permit portals, and available technology tools for receiving, screening, routing, and processing applications and permits.
Experience using initiative and judgement interpreting policies, rules, and guidelines.
Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize a high volume of work and handle multiple tasks with changing priorities while meeting deadlines and team goals.
Exceptional organization skills with superior attention to details and accurate work output.
Comfortable learning new technology and working in an environment of continuous improvement where frequent change is occurring.
Demonstrate the ability to use critical thinking to solve problems with minimal supervision.
Candidates must have demonstrated punctuality, dependability, and good attendance in previous job experience.
Desired Qualification:
Professional experience within a government permitting agency processing building and land use permit applications, verifying submittal requirements are met, calculating and collecting fees, applying building and land use codes, coordinating the permit process, and issuing approved permits.
Experience using Accela, My Building Pemit.com, and/or other relevant permitting software.
Knowledge of and experience applying King County rules, regulations, codes, laws and/or policies relative to the position.
Experience using GIS mapping software; SharePoint; Bluebeam; CRM; record management software.
International Code Council recognition as a Certified Permit Technician.
Necessary special requirements:
Must be able to bend, stoop, lift and carry up to 30 pounds, including large, rolled plans.
Must be able to move from workstation to workstation, sitting, standing and reaching throughout the workday in a fast-paced environment.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview the week of January 2, 2023.
Currently we are filling Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) and/or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) for current King County Career Service employees who have passed their probationary period. Current King County employees must have permission from their supervisor to be eligible for the Special Duty assignment. Pay upon SDA placement: Current employees selected for SDA will be compensated based on the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement or Master Labor Agreement for their base assignment if applicable.
This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies for up to 6 months. Including career service, special duty assignments, STT and TLT opportunities.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer. WORK SCHEDULE: The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 7.00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours. This full-time position is overtime eligible. FORMS AND MATERIALS: 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 . 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: PROTEC17 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 This is a hybrid position. The work associated with this position will be performed by teleworking, 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. 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.
Dec 09, 2022
Full time
SUMMARY:
**This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies for up to 6 months. Including permanent career service, special duty assignments, short-term temporary (STT) and term-limited temporary (TLT)
In order to hire and maintain a quality workforce that reflects the diversity of the community and works well within our True North values-based organization, the Permitting Division of the Department of Local Services (DLS) is accepting applications for the position of Permit Review Coordinator in the Permitting Services section. The Permitting Services team is responsible for providing direct customer services in support of the functions of the Division. If you are customer obsessed and looking for an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a detail-oriented team, we need you. Permitting is looking for someone who thrives on solving problems, is solutions oriented, and works well both individually and as part of a highly collaborative workgroup.
The Permit Review Coordinator facilitates and helps administer King County permitting codes, policies, and procedures. They are the first point of contact applicants have and are setting the expectation for the customer experience.
Currently this is a hybrid position that is primarily telecommute with a rotating schedule in the office.
JOB DUTIES:
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. Permit Application Screening, Intake, and issuance:
Research property records; read and interpret maps, plans, and legal descriptions.
Provide answers to customer’s questions regarding King County permitting codes, policies, and procedures.
Screen permit applications for completeness based on a specific criterion for building, fire, and land use permit types.
Explain, calculate, and collect permit fees from customers.
Accurately and efficiently use permitting software, online portals, and available technology tools to receive, screen, route, and track application from intake to permit issuance.
Work closely with all levels of staff in King County to accomplish primary objectives.
Follow up with applicants at various permitting stages; compile and process notifications; ensure permit tracking systems are updated accurately throughout the permitting process.
Perform quality assurance of approved permits, verify fees and permit requirements, prepare issuance packages, and issue permits.
Customer Service:
Provide helpful and respectful customer service to citizens and County employees.
Answer a high volume of customer inquiries electronically, by phone, and/or in person in accordance with the division's available customer service options.
Explain application submittal requirements, application procedures, permitting processes and timelines.
Help customers who are upset or angry by communicating in a positive and professional manner.
Track customer inquiries in electronic CRM system and ensure appropriate follow up with customers is completed
Other duties:
Collaborate with workgroup and Division staff working toward continuous improvement of customer services.
Maintain Permitting records in accordance with policies and procedures.
As a member of the Permitting Services group, this position will be responsible to cross-train with all Permit Review Coordinators and/or Permit Technicians and/or administrative staff to be prepared to support all functions of the workgroup and the Division.
Other responsibilities may involve cash, check, or electronic payment processing, data entry, processing notices and mailings to customers, record maintenance, and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
Minimum Qualifications:
Working experience or substantial knowledge of building and/or land use permit application procedures, submittal requirements and associated documents; interpreting maps, plans, and legal descriptions.
Knowledge of rules, regulations, codes, laws, and/or policies relative to the position.
Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member in a highly collaborative environment.
Experience providing excellent customer service, including working with upset or angry customers while maintaining positive customer relationships.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Professional experience and intermediate skill using Microsoft Office Products including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, CRM,
Professional experience using permitting software, online permit portals, and available technology tools for receiving, screening, routing, and processing applications and permits.
Experience using initiative and judgement interpreting policies, rules, and guidelines.
Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize a high volume of work and handle multiple tasks with changing priorities while meeting deadlines and team goals.
Exceptional organization skills with superior attention to details and accurate work output.
Comfortable learning new technology and working in an environment of continuous improvement where frequent change is occurring.
Demonstrate the ability to use critical thinking to solve problems with minimal supervision.
Candidates must have demonstrated punctuality, dependability, and good attendance in previous job experience.
Desired Qualification:
Professional experience within a government permitting agency processing building and land use permit applications, verifying submittal requirements are met, calculating and collecting fees, applying building and land use codes, coordinating the permit process, and issuing approved permits.
Experience using Accela, My Building Pemit.com, and/or other relevant permitting software.
Knowledge of and experience applying King County rules, regulations, codes, laws and/or policies relative to the position.
Experience using GIS mapping software; SharePoint; Bluebeam; CRM; record management software.
International Code Council recognition as a Certified Permit Technician.
Necessary special requirements:
Must be able to bend, stoop, lift and carry up to 30 pounds, including large, rolled plans.
Must be able to move from workstation to workstation, sitting, standing and reaching throughout the workday in a fast-paced environment.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview the week of January 2, 2023.
Currently we are filling Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) and/or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) for current King County Career Service employees who have passed their probationary period. Current King County employees must have permission from their supervisor to be eligible for the Special Duty assignment. Pay upon SDA placement: Current employees selected for SDA will be compensated based on the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement or Master Labor Agreement for their base assignment if applicable.
This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies for up to 6 months. Including career service, special duty assignments, STT and TLT opportunities.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer. WORK SCHEDULE: The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 7.00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours. This full-time position is overtime eligible. FORMS AND MATERIALS: 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 . 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: PROTEC17 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 This is a hybrid position. The work associated with this position will be performed by teleworking, 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. 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.
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 Water Quality program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Sand and Gravel General Permit Writer (Hydrogeologist 3) position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. Do you enjoy problem-solving and collaborating with others? Are you comfortable serving as a subject matter expert for permits? Even if you do not possess National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting experience, you will have the opportunity to learn all about it as a permit writer for two Water Quality Program general permits. The mission of the Water Quality Program is to protect and restore Washington's waters to support healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures state waters can support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health. 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 is subject to change. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of December 19, 2022. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 18, 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. 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
Why join this team? If you enjoy regulatory work that helps protect water quality, please consider applying! The mission of the Water Quality program (Program) is to protect and restore Washington's water to sustain healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures that state waters support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health. This team includes professional permit writers and a 401-certification coordinator who enjoy collaborating with one another to protect water quality through permitting. They aim to provide solid customer service and technical assistance to the regulated community, the public, and other stakeholders. Please visit our General Permits web page. In this role, you will support the Water Quality program’s mission and represent the Program as a hydrogeologist by performing hydrogeological duties related to the development and implementation of general permits to prevent water pollution. You will also provide professional technical hydrogeological support/assistance, advice, and guidance to Ecology staff and management, the regulated community, their consultants, and the general public, including technical review of reports, permit-required reports, and detailed plans for water quality permits. Additionally, you will develop and implement two statewide general permits (the Sand and Gravel general permit and the Vessel Deconstruction general permit), guidance, and regulations for wastewater and stormwater discharges.
What you will do:
Serve as a project hydrogeologist with a focus on the Sand and Gravel General Permit and Vessel Deconstruction Permit.
Integrate and coordinate requirements from the federal and state water pollution laws and regulations into general permits and provide technical, regulatory, and logistical support to general permit writing team members as needed.
Analyze and interpret the Revised Code of Washington (RCWs), Washington Administrative Code (WACs), internal policies, technical manuals, procedures, and guidance documents related to general permits.
Participate in and lead stakeholder and internal work group meetings with a focus on collaboration, communication, and consistency.
Develop language for permits and fact sheets based on state and federal requirements, in consultation with the headquarter and regional Water Quality Program senior environmental engineers on engineering-related work.
Serve as chair of the implementation team, facilitate meetings, develop best practices, and support regional staff with a focus on implementing the permit conditions.
Collaborate with HQ and regional staff on enforcement, permit implementation, and technical assistance.
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.
Option 1:
A Bachelor’s degree involving major study in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, or closely allied field. AND Three years of professional experience as a hydrogeologist, hydrologist, geologist, or closely allied profession at the Hydrogeologist 2 level, higher or equivalent. Option 2: A Master’s degree with major study in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, or closely allied field AND One year of professional experience as a hydrogeologist, hydrologist, geologist, or closely allied profession at the Hydrogeologist 2 level, higher or equivalent. Option 3: A Ph.D. degree will substitute for three years of experience if major research was in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, or closely allied field. Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
This position requires the possession of a valid Washington State geologist license, and a hydrogeologist specialty license makes an applicant even more competitive*.
Must possess and maintain a valid State's Driver’s License.
* NOTE: Individuals are responsible for ensuring they meet licensing requirements for the State of Washington within the first six months of employment. These requirements can be found at the following website: WA State Licensing (DOL) Official Site: How to get your license: Geologists, engineering geologists, or hydrogeologists by reciprocity. NOTE: Must possess or become a Licensed Hydrogeologist in the State of Washington within 6 months after hiring. Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Environmental regulatory experience
Technical writing experience
Collaboration and team building experience and abilities
Hydrogeologist specialty license
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 and how your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience prepare you for the work.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
* Applicants are encouraged to connect knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience to the details in this job posting. 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 Lucienne Banning at: Lucienne.Banning@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Lucienne 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 05, 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 Water Quality program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Sand and Gravel General Permit Writer (Hydrogeologist 3) position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. Do you enjoy problem-solving and collaborating with others? Are you comfortable serving as a subject matter expert for permits? Even if you do not possess National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting experience, you will have the opportunity to learn all about it as a permit writer for two Water Quality Program general permits. The mission of the Water Quality Program is to protect and restore Washington's waters to support healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures state waters can support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health. 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 is subject to change. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of December 19, 2022. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 18, 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. 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
Why join this team? If you enjoy regulatory work that helps protect water quality, please consider applying! The mission of the Water Quality program (Program) is to protect and restore Washington's water to sustain healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures that state waters support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health. This team includes professional permit writers and a 401-certification coordinator who enjoy collaborating with one another to protect water quality through permitting. They aim to provide solid customer service and technical assistance to the regulated community, the public, and other stakeholders. Please visit our General Permits web page. In this role, you will support the Water Quality program’s mission and represent the Program as a hydrogeologist by performing hydrogeological duties related to the development and implementation of general permits to prevent water pollution. You will also provide professional technical hydrogeological support/assistance, advice, and guidance to Ecology staff and management, the regulated community, their consultants, and the general public, including technical review of reports, permit-required reports, and detailed plans for water quality permits. Additionally, you will develop and implement two statewide general permits (the Sand and Gravel general permit and the Vessel Deconstruction general permit), guidance, and regulations for wastewater and stormwater discharges.
What you will do:
Serve as a project hydrogeologist with a focus on the Sand and Gravel General Permit and Vessel Deconstruction Permit.
Integrate and coordinate requirements from the federal and state water pollution laws and regulations into general permits and provide technical, regulatory, and logistical support to general permit writing team members as needed.
Analyze and interpret the Revised Code of Washington (RCWs), Washington Administrative Code (WACs), internal policies, technical manuals, procedures, and guidance documents related to general permits.
Participate in and lead stakeholder and internal work group meetings with a focus on collaboration, communication, and consistency.
Develop language for permits and fact sheets based on state and federal requirements, in consultation with the headquarter and regional Water Quality Program senior environmental engineers on engineering-related work.
Serve as chair of the implementation team, facilitate meetings, develop best practices, and support regional staff with a focus on implementing the permit conditions.
Collaborate with HQ and regional staff on enforcement, permit implementation, and technical assistance.
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.
Option 1:
A Bachelor’s degree involving major study in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, or closely allied field. AND Three years of professional experience as a hydrogeologist, hydrologist, geologist, or closely allied profession at the Hydrogeologist 2 level, higher or equivalent. Option 2: A Master’s degree with major study in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, or closely allied field AND One year of professional experience as a hydrogeologist, hydrologist, geologist, or closely allied profession at the Hydrogeologist 2 level, higher or equivalent. Option 3: A Ph.D. degree will substitute for three years of experience if major research was in hydrogeology, hydrology, geology, or closely allied field. Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
This position requires the possession of a valid Washington State geologist license, and a hydrogeologist specialty license makes an applicant even more competitive*.
Must possess and maintain a valid State's Driver’s License.
* NOTE: Individuals are responsible for ensuring they meet licensing requirements for the State of Washington within the first six months of employment. These requirements can be found at the following website: WA State Licensing (DOL) Official Site: How to get your license: Geologists, engineering geologists, or hydrogeologists by reciprocity. NOTE: Must possess or become a Licensed Hydrogeologist in the State of Washington within 6 months after hiring. Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Environmental regulatory experience
Technical writing experience
Collaboration and team building experience and abilities
Hydrogeologist specialty license
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 and how your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience prepare you for the work.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
* Applicants are encouraged to connect knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience to the details in this job posting. 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 Lucienne Banning at: Lucienne.Banning@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Lucienne 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.
Title: Community Engagement Coordinator (forests)
Location: Hybrid: at least one day a week in Bethesda office is required; this role also will require regular time at project sites throughout Rock Creek Park and other regional locations
Reports to: Senior Forest Resilience Manager
Type: Full-time
Position Overview: The Community Engagement Coordinator will advance the Conservancy’s mission and strategic goals, with an emphasis on forest resilience and through implementation of people-powered restoration programs.
Oasis Restoration Program
Conduct field visits and coordinate ongoing oasis restoration projects
Maintain knowledge of project permitting requirements
Manage inventory and order supplies including plant material, soil and mulch, tools, and additional materials as needed
Engage community members in people-powered restoration to advance site needs and goals through Weed Warriors, volunteer events, and other programs
Guide other Conservancy staff in restoration of mini-oases
Support communication efforts to forest and park stewardship
Weed Warriors Program
Under the guidance of the Rock Creek Park botanist, train and supervise volunteers to remove invasive species in the mini-oases
Support Weed Warrior Leaders in event implementation and volunteer recruitment
Stewardship Program
Support all people-powered restoration programs, including Rock Creek Conservation Corps and forest resilience planning
Other administrative, fundraising, and organizational support as needed
Other duties as assigned
Required:
Knowledge of invasive plant identification and management, Weed Warrior Certification preferred, willing to train for certification within first month of employment
Excellent written and oral communication skills (GIS or mapping and video editing skills a plus)
Ability to work out of doors in challenging weather conditions
Ability to get to work in the field with equipment in many places throughout Rock Creek Park
Experience managing volunteers preferred
Willingness to support frequent weekend work; must be flexible to work evenings and extended hours when needed
To Apply send a resume and cover letter to info@rockcreekconservancy.org with your name and position in the title. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after November 1. Rock Creek Conservancy offers a competitive benefits package; salary range is $42,000 – $48,000. Rock Creek Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer.
About Rock Creek Conservancy: Rock Creek Conservancy is a watershed organization protecting Rock Creek and the philanthropic and stewardship partner to the entirety of Rock Creek (National) Park. The Conservancy’s mission is to restore Rock Creek and its parklands as a natural oasis for all people to appreciate and protect.
Nov 04, 2022
Full time
Title: Community Engagement Coordinator (forests)
Location: Hybrid: at least one day a week in Bethesda office is required; this role also will require regular time at project sites throughout Rock Creek Park and other regional locations
Reports to: Senior Forest Resilience Manager
Type: Full-time
Position Overview: The Community Engagement Coordinator will advance the Conservancy’s mission and strategic goals, with an emphasis on forest resilience and through implementation of people-powered restoration programs.
Oasis Restoration Program
Conduct field visits and coordinate ongoing oasis restoration projects
Maintain knowledge of project permitting requirements
Manage inventory and order supplies including plant material, soil and mulch, tools, and additional materials as needed
Engage community members in people-powered restoration to advance site needs and goals through Weed Warriors, volunteer events, and other programs
Guide other Conservancy staff in restoration of mini-oases
Support communication efforts to forest and park stewardship
Weed Warriors Program
Under the guidance of the Rock Creek Park botanist, train and supervise volunteers to remove invasive species in the mini-oases
Support Weed Warrior Leaders in event implementation and volunteer recruitment
Stewardship Program
Support all people-powered restoration programs, including Rock Creek Conservation Corps and forest resilience planning
Other administrative, fundraising, and organizational support as needed
Other duties as assigned
Required:
Knowledge of invasive plant identification and management, Weed Warrior Certification preferred, willing to train for certification within first month of employment
Excellent written and oral communication skills (GIS or mapping and video editing skills a plus)
Ability to work out of doors in challenging weather conditions
Ability to get to work in the field with equipment in many places throughout Rock Creek Park
Experience managing volunteers preferred
Willingness to support frequent weekend work; must be flexible to work evenings and extended hours when needed
To Apply send a resume and cover letter to info@rockcreekconservancy.org with your name and position in the title. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis after November 1. Rock Creek Conservancy offers a competitive benefits package; salary range is $42,000 – $48,000. Rock Creek Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer.
About Rock Creek Conservancy: Rock Creek Conservancy is a watershed organization protecting Rock Creek and the philanthropic and stewardship partner to the entirety of Rock Creek (National) Park. The Conservancy’s mission is to restore Rock Creek and its parklands as a natural oasis for all people to appreciate and protect.
King County Department of Local Services, Permitting Division
919 SW Grady Way Renton WA 98057
SUMMARY:
This recruitment will be used to fill Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) and/or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) positions. This is a three-year minimum TLT/SDA assignment and comes with a great benefits package
In order to hire and maintain a quality workforce that reflects the diversity of the community and works well within our True North values-based organization, the Permitting Division of the Department of Local Services (DLS) is accepting applications for the position of Permit Review Coordinator in the Permitting Services section. The Permitting Services team is responsible for providing direct customer services in support of the functions of the Division. If you are customer obsessed and looking for an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a detail-oriented team, we need you. Permitting is looking for someone who thrives on solving problems, is solutions oriented, and works well both individually and as part of a highly collaborative workgroup. The Permit Review Coordinator facilitates and helps administer King County permitting codes, policies, and procedures. They are the first point of contact applicants have and are setting the expectation for the customer experience.
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. Permit Application Screening, Intake, and issuance: ·
Research property records; read and interpret maps, plans, and legal descriptions.
Provide answers to customer’s questions regarding King County permitting codes, policies, and procedures.
Screen permit applications for completeness based on a specific criterion for building, fire, and land use permit types.
Explain, calculate, and collect permit fees from customers.
Accurately and efficiently use permitting software, online portals, and available technology tools to receive, screen, route, and track application from intake to permit issuance.
Work closely with all levels of staff in King County to accomplish primary objectives.
Follow up with applicants at various permitting stages; compile and process notifications; ensure permit tracking systems are updated accurately throughout the permitting process.
Perform quality assurance of approved permits, verify fees and permit requirements, prepare issuance packages, and issue permits.
Customer Service:
Provide helpful and respectful customer service to citizens and County employees.
Answer a high volume of customer inquiries electronically, by phone, and/or in person in accordance with the division's available customer service options.
Explain application submittal requirements, application procedures, permitting processes and timelines.
Help customers who are upset or angry by communicating in a positive and professional manner.
Track customer inquiries in electronic CRM system and ensure appropriate follow up with customers is completed
Other duties:
Collaborate with workgroup and Division staff working toward continuous improvement of customer services.
Maintain Permitting records in accordance with policies and procedures.
As a member of the Permitting Services group, this position will be responsible to cross-train with all Permit Review Coordinators and/or Permit Technicians and/or administrative staff to be prepared to support all functions of the workgroup and the Division.
Other responsibilities may involve cash, check, or electronic payment processing, data entry, processing notices and mailings to customers, record maintenance, and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
Working experience or substantial knowledge of building and/or land use permit application procedures, submittal requirements and associated documents; interpreting maps, plans, and legal descriptions.
Knowledge of rules, regulations, codes, laws, and/or policies relative to the position.
Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member in a highly collaborative environment.
Experience providing excellent customer service, including working with upset or angry customers while maintaining positive customer relationships.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Professional experience and intermediate skill using Microsoft Office Products including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, CRM,
Professional experience using permitting software, online permit portals, and available technology tools for receiving, screening, routing, and processing applications and permits.
Experience using initiative and judgement interpreting policies, rules, and guidelines.
Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize a high volume of work and handle multiple tasks with changing priorities while meeting deadlines and team goals.
Exceptional organization skills with superior attention to details and accurate work output.
Comfortable learning new technology and working in an environment of continuous improvement where frequent change is occurring.
Demonstrate the ability to use critical thinking to solve problems with minimal supervision.
Candidates must have demonstrated punctuality, dependability, and good attendance in previous job experience.
Our most competitive candidate will also have:
Professional experience within a government permitting agency processing building and land use permit applications, verifying submittal requirements are met, calculating and collecting fees, applying building and land use codes, coordinating the permit process, and issuing approved permits.
Experience using Accela, My Building Pemit.com, and/or other relevant permitting software.
Knowledge of and experience applying King County rules, regulations, codes, laws and/or policies relative to the position.
Experience using GIS mapping software; SharePoint; Bluebeam; CRM; record management software.
International Code Council recognition as a Certified Permit Technician.
Necessary special requirements:
Must be able to bend, stoop, lift and carry up to 30 pounds, including large rolled plans.
Must be able to move from workstation to workstation, sitting, standing and reaching throughout the workday in a fast-paced environment.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview the week of October 24, 2022.
Currently we are filling Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) and/or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) for current King County Career Service employees who have passed their probationary period. Current King County employees must have permission from their supervisor to be eligible for the Special Duty assignment. Pay upon SDA placement: Current employees selected for SDA will be compensated based on the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement or Master Labor Agreement for their base assignment if applicable.
This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies for up to 6 months. Including career service, special duty assignments, STT and TLT opportunities.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer. WORK SCHEDULE: The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 7.00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours. This full-time position is overtime eligible. FORMS AND MATERIALS: 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 . 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: PROTEC17 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 currently be performed predominantly 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. 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.
Oct 11, 2022
Seasonal
SUMMARY:
This recruitment will be used to fill Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) and/or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) positions. This is a three-year minimum TLT/SDA assignment and comes with a great benefits package
In order to hire and maintain a quality workforce that reflects the diversity of the community and works well within our True North values-based organization, the Permitting Division of the Department of Local Services (DLS) is accepting applications for the position of Permit Review Coordinator in the Permitting Services section. The Permitting Services team is responsible for providing direct customer services in support of the functions of the Division. If you are customer obsessed and looking for an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a detail-oriented team, we need you. Permitting is looking for someone who thrives on solving problems, is solutions oriented, and works well both individually and as part of a highly collaborative workgroup. The Permit Review Coordinator facilitates and helps administer King County permitting codes, policies, and procedures. They are the first point of contact applicants have and are setting the expectation for the customer experience.
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. Permit Application Screening, Intake, and issuance: ·
Research property records; read and interpret maps, plans, and legal descriptions.
Provide answers to customer’s questions regarding King County permitting codes, policies, and procedures.
Screen permit applications for completeness based on a specific criterion for building, fire, and land use permit types.
Explain, calculate, and collect permit fees from customers.
Accurately and efficiently use permitting software, online portals, and available technology tools to receive, screen, route, and track application from intake to permit issuance.
Work closely with all levels of staff in King County to accomplish primary objectives.
Follow up with applicants at various permitting stages; compile and process notifications; ensure permit tracking systems are updated accurately throughout the permitting process.
Perform quality assurance of approved permits, verify fees and permit requirements, prepare issuance packages, and issue permits.
Customer Service:
Provide helpful and respectful customer service to citizens and County employees.
Answer a high volume of customer inquiries electronically, by phone, and/or in person in accordance with the division's available customer service options.
Explain application submittal requirements, application procedures, permitting processes and timelines.
Help customers who are upset or angry by communicating in a positive and professional manner.
Track customer inquiries in electronic CRM system and ensure appropriate follow up with customers is completed
Other duties:
Collaborate with workgroup and Division staff working toward continuous improvement of customer services.
Maintain Permitting records in accordance with policies and procedures.
As a member of the Permitting Services group, this position will be responsible to cross-train with all Permit Review Coordinators and/or Permit Technicians and/or administrative staff to be prepared to support all functions of the workgroup and the Division.
Other responsibilities may involve cash, check, or electronic payment processing, data entry, processing notices and mailings to customers, record maintenance, and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
Working experience or substantial knowledge of building and/or land use permit application procedures, submittal requirements and associated documents; interpreting maps, plans, and legal descriptions.
Knowledge of rules, regulations, codes, laws, and/or policies relative to the position.
Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member in a highly collaborative environment.
Experience providing excellent customer service, including working with upset or angry customers while maintaining positive customer relationships.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Professional experience and intermediate skill using Microsoft Office Products including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, CRM,
Professional experience using permitting software, online permit portals, and available technology tools for receiving, screening, routing, and processing applications and permits.
Experience using initiative and judgement interpreting policies, rules, and guidelines.
Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize a high volume of work and handle multiple tasks with changing priorities while meeting deadlines and team goals.
Exceptional organization skills with superior attention to details and accurate work output.
Comfortable learning new technology and working in an environment of continuous improvement where frequent change is occurring.
Demonstrate the ability to use critical thinking to solve problems with minimal supervision.
Candidates must have demonstrated punctuality, dependability, and good attendance in previous job experience.
Our most competitive candidate will also have:
Professional experience within a government permitting agency processing building and land use permit applications, verifying submittal requirements are met, calculating and collecting fees, applying building and land use codes, coordinating the permit process, and issuing approved permits.
Experience using Accela, My Building Pemit.com, and/or other relevant permitting software.
Knowledge of and experience applying King County rules, regulations, codes, laws and/or policies relative to the position.
Experience using GIS mapping software; SharePoint; Bluebeam; CRM; record management software.
International Code Council recognition as a Certified Permit Technician.
Necessary special requirements:
Must be able to bend, stoop, lift and carry up to 30 pounds, including large rolled plans.
Must be able to move from workstation to workstation, sitting, standing and reaching throughout the workday in a fast-paced environment.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview the week of October 24, 2022.
Currently we are filling Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) and/or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) for current King County Career Service employees who have passed their probationary period. Current King County employees must have permission from their supervisor to be eligible for the Special Duty assignment. Pay upon SDA placement: Current employees selected for SDA will be compensated based on the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement or Master Labor Agreement for their base assignment if applicable.
This recruitment may be used to fill vacancies for up to 6 months. Including career service, special duty assignments, STT and TLT opportunities.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer. WORK SCHEDULE: The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 7.00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours. This full-time position is overtime eligible. FORMS AND MATERIALS: 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 . 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: PROTEC17 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 currently be performed predominantly 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. 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.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Multiple Locations, Washington State
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Pollution Assistance Partnership Coordinator (Environmental Planner 4) position. This position can be located in one of the following locations. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to one of the following locations: Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA . Northwest Regional Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA . Central Regional Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Eastern Regional Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA
Would you enjoy managing multi-agency efforts to help businesses reduce pollution to protect their employees’ health and the environment? In this position you will coordinate and oversee Ecology’s Pollution Prevention Assistance (PPA) Partnership . You and your team will provide training, support, and resources to approximately 40 pollution prevention specialists at over two dozen local government agencies so they can help small businesses in their jurisdiction correctly manage their waste, prevent discharges to wastewater and stormwater, and use safer products and chemicals, all while not increasing their costs of doing business. When we help businesses, we help Washington. The people of Washington enjoy outdoor activities and vibrant communities, so making small changes at businesses helps make Washington safe and healthy for all.
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 not currently required to work in the office on a regular basis . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Looking ahead, Ecology has recently updated the agency policies on telework and flexible and compressed work schedules. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.”
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of June 8, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before June 7, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date. T he mission of the HWTR Program is to protect Washington’s residents and environment by reducing the use of toxic chemicals, safely managing dangerous waste, preventing new contaminated sites, and cleaning up contamination. The HWTR vision is to be national leaders in minimizing and eliminating the impacts of toxic chemicals and hazardous waste.
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 makes this role unique?
The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) governs how businesses must manage the hazardous waste they produce and Ecology regularly inspects businesses that produce significant amounts of waste. However, many businesses in Washington only make a little dangerous waste so they are not regularly visited by inspectors and may not be aware of the regulations they must follow. When combined, these businesses generate millions of pounds of dangerous waste per year that could pollute land, air, and water. This is where Ecology’s Pollution Prevention Assistance (PPA) Partnership comes in! In this role you’ll manage contracts with over two dozen local agencies to visit these businesses and provide technical assistance to ensure they are preventing pollution and managing their waste correctly. Our Partners have found and resolved tens of thousands of potential pollution issues. To support our Partners you will lead a team that provides training, networking, and resources so they are well equipped to help local businesses and you and your team will work with various committees to develop educational materials and incentives for businesses. What you will do:
Develop and manage over two dozen contracts with local government agencies totaling approximately $6 million each biennium.
Lead Ecology’s internal Pollution Prevention Assistance team who provides training and resources to specialists at our contracted partners.
Develop policy, strategic goals, and metrics to shape the direction and success of the PPA Partnership.
Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams and other organizations to develop strategies to implement projects that reduce and replace toxic chemical use at businesses.
Conduct outreach to new government agencies to increase PPA Partnership coverage across the state and especially in eastern Washington.
Report on PPA Partnership efforts, successes, and challenges to management; determine funding needs; and work on budget requests and grant applications for funding to support Partnership growth.
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.
Option One: A Bachelor’s degree with major emphasis in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; land use or environmental law; public or business administration with an environmental emphasis; natural sciences; or closely related field. AND Five years of professional experience in environmental regulation, land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning or management, and/or program development and management. Experience may include a combination of the following:
Experience with environmental inspection or compliance assistance programs.
Experience using project management tools and techniques.
Demonstrated ability to organize multiple assignments, sometimes of a complex nature or involving competing priorities and partner collaboration, to produce work products that are timely, accurate, and complete.
Experience with public or business administration.
Option Two: A Master's degree or above with major emphasis in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, landscape architecture, geography, land use or environmental law, public or business administration with an environmental emphasis, or closely related field. AND Three years of professional experience in environmental regulation, land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning or management, and/or program development and management. Option Three: One year of experience as an Environmental Planner 3 within the Department of Ecology, which includes experience coordinating interagency agreements, project management, experience with local, state or federal hazardous waste management regulations, stormwater regulations, pollution prevention or compliance assurance programs, providing trainings, and coordinating diverse interests across multiple agencies. Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Obtain 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.
Knowledge of the PPA Partnership’s mission and work
Experience leading a team, assigning tasks and projects, and providing feedback in a non-supervisory capacity.
Ability to respectfully lead and coordinate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and government entities who may have conflicting interests
Knowledge of the Product Replacement Program
Experience with contract, grant, or loan management
Experience with meeting and training planning and facilitation
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
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Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (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 Elaine Snouwaert at: Elaine.Snouwaert@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Elaine 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.
May 25, 2022
Full time
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Pollution Assistance Partnership Coordinator (Environmental Planner 4) position. This position can be located in one of the following locations. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to one of the following locations: Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA . Northwest Regional Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA . Central Regional Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Eastern Regional Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA
Would you enjoy managing multi-agency efforts to help businesses reduce pollution to protect their employees’ health and the environment? In this position you will coordinate and oversee Ecology’s Pollution Prevention Assistance (PPA) Partnership . You and your team will provide training, support, and resources to approximately 40 pollution prevention specialists at over two dozen local government agencies so they can help small businesses in their jurisdiction correctly manage their waste, prevent discharges to wastewater and stormwater, and use safer products and chemicals, all while not increasing their costs of doing business. When we help businesses, we help Washington. The people of Washington enjoy outdoor activities and vibrant communities, so making small changes at businesses helps make Washington safe and healthy for all.
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 not currently required to work in the office on a regular basis . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Looking ahead, Ecology has recently updated the agency policies on telework and flexible and compressed work schedules. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.”
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of June 8, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before June 7, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date. T he mission of the HWTR Program is to protect Washington’s residents and environment by reducing the use of toxic chemicals, safely managing dangerous waste, preventing new contaminated sites, and cleaning up contamination. The HWTR vision is to be national leaders in minimizing and eliminating the impacts of toxic chemicals and hazardous waste.
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 makes this role unique?
The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) governs how businesses must manage the hazardous waste they produce and Ecology regularly inspects businesses that produce significant amounts of waste. However, many businesses in Washington only make a little dangerous waste so they are not regularly visited by inspectors and may not be aware of the regulations they must follow. When combined, these businesses generate millions of pounds of dangerous waste per year that could pollute land, air, and water. This is where Ecology’s Pollution Prevention Assistance (PPA) Partnership comes in! In this role you’ll manage contracts with over two dozen local agencies to visit these businesses and provide technical assistance to ensure they are preventing pollution and managing their waste correctly. Our Partners have found and resolved tens of thousands of potential pollution issues. To support our Partners you will lead a team that provides training, networking, and resources so they are well equipped to help local businesses and you and your team will work with various committees to develop educational materials and incentives for businesses. What you will do:
Develop and manage over two dozen contracts with local government agencies totaling approximately $6 million each biennium.
Lead Ecology’s internal Pollution Prevention Assistance team who provides training and resources to specialists at our contracted partners.
Develop policy, strategic goals, and metrics to shape the direction and success of the PPA Partnership.
Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams and other organizations to develop strategies to implement projects that reduce and replace toxic chemical use at businesses.
Conduct outreach to new government agencies to increase PPA Partnership coverage across the state and especially in eastern Washington.
Report on PPA Partnership efforts, successes, and challenges to management; determine funding needs; and work on budget requests and grant applications for funding to support Partnership growth.
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.
Option One: A Bachelor’s degree with major emphasis in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; land use or environmental law; public or business administration with an environmental emphasis; natural sciences; or closely related field. AND Five years of professional experience in environmental regulation, land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning or management, and/or program development and management. Experience may include a combination of the following:
Experience with environmental inspection or compliance assistance programs.
Experience using project management tools and techniques.
Demonstrated ability to organize multiple assignments, sometimes of a complex nature or involving competing priorities and partner collaboration, to produce work products that are timely, accurate, and complete.
Experience with public or business administration.
Option Two: A Master's degree or above with major emphasis in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, landscape architecture, geography, land use or environmental law, public or business administration with an environmental emphasis, or closely related field. AND Three years of professional experience in environmental regulation, land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning or management, and/or program development and management. Option Three: One year of experience as an Environmental Planner 3 within the Department of Ecology, which includes experience coordinating interagency agreements, project management, experience with local, state or federal hazardous waste management regulations, stormwater regulations, pollution prevention or compliance assurance programs, providing trainings, and coordinating diverse interests across multiple agencies. Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Obtain 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.
Knowledge of the PPA Partnership’s mission and work
Experience leading a team, assigning tasks and projects, and providing feedback in a non-supervisory capacity.
Ability to respectfully lead and coordinate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and government entities who may have conflicting interests
Knowledge of the Product Replacement Program
Experience with contract, grant, or loan management
Experience with meeting and training planning and facilitation
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 Elaine Snouwaert at: Elaine.Snouwaert@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Elaine 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.
Title: Ocean Shore Permit Specialist
Job Number: REQ-88983
Salary: $54,624 – $83,568 per year
Deadlines: 03/27/2022 at 11:59pm Pacific Time
Ocean Shore Permit Specialist
This position falls under the classification Natural Resource Specialist 3
Our Mission
OPRD’s mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.
Our Operating Principles
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.
What you will do:
In collaboration with Ocean Shore Coordinator identifies, coordinates, reviews, recommends, and facilitates corrective actions on ocean shore, in order to protect natural, scenic, and cultural resources in all seven coastal counties. Coordinates all ocean shore violation remedies and permit activities with tribes, private landowners, city, council, state and federal agencies as required. In collaboration with Ocean Shore Coordinator, reviews, recommends and issues ocean shore permits including: Alteration Projects, Natural Product Removal, Special Use Permits, Motor Vehicle/ATV Drive on Beach, Beach Salvage, and Scientific Collection & Research Permits. Attending meetings to determine conditions and mediate conflicts factoring in regional needs, protecting important natural/cultural resources from human caused impacts.
Minimum Qualifications:
(a) A Bachelor's degree in relevant land use planning or natural resource conservation or management related to marine or ocean resources; AND three years of experience in land use planning, natural resource regulation, or ocean shore or marine resources conservation, management and protection. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities.
OR
(b) Three additional years of related (pertinent) experience can substitute for a Bachelor’s degree.
OR
(c) A Master's degree in ocean shore or marine resources conservation, management and protection or natural resource program area will substitute for up to one year of the required experience.
OR
(d) A Doctorate degree in ocean shore or marine resources conservation, management and protection or natural resource program area will substitute for up to two years of the required experience.
The State of Oregon requires all executive branch employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series or have an approved exception to the requirement due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief. Successful candidates for this position must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exception prior to their first day of employment. Failure to provide proof of full documentation or receipt of an approved exception will lead to withdrawal of the job offer. For more information, visit our policy listed here .
What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):
The following are skills that we have identified as key to success in this Ocean Shore Permit Specialist at OPRD. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have these skills, please let us know in your application.
Experience and expertise in environmental projects with skills and abilities in both land use planning and natural resource management.
Experience communicating with the public, property owners, construction contractors, and local/state/federal agency staff to resolve complex and controversial issues.
Knowledge of ocean shore geologic, oceanographic, and biologic processes in the Pacific Northwest.
Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations pertaining to ocean shore protection in Oregon.
Skill in applying rules, issuing permits, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Skill in listening to what people say and asking appropriate questions to obtain needed information.
Skill in providing factual information based on observation, knowledge and understanding.
Skill in common courtesy while communicating with others.
Skill in maintaining composure and taking appropriate action during emergency or emotionally-charged situations.
Skill in the use of a personal computer and standard software packages, including mapping software.
Skill and experience in partnership building and collaboration with diverse staff within and outside the agency.
Skill in resolving customer complaints and park rule interpretation.
Skill in developing and delivering presentations.
Skill in practices relating to conservation, preservation, and protection of significant natural or scenic resources.
Skill in thinking strategically and prioritizing complex and large volume of work.
What's in it for you:
This is a fantastic opportunity to support millions of visitors connecting with the best state park system in America. You will work with a team of supportive, talented and highly motivated professionals. And, you’ll receive a fantastic benefits packaging including:
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for the employee and qualified family members
Paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 10 paid holidays per year
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
LINK TO OFFICIAL STATE APPLICATION (required)
Mar 03, 2022
Full time
Title: Ocean Shore Permit Specialist
Job Number: REQ-88983
Salary: $54,624 – $83,568 per year
Deadlines: 03/27/2022 at 11:59pm Pacific Time
Ocean Shore Permit Specialist
This position falls under the classification Natural Resource Specialist 3
Our Mission
OPRD’s mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.
Our Operating Principles
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.
What you will do:
In collaboration with Ocean Shore Coordinator identifies, coordinates, reviews, recommends, and facilitates corrective actions on ocean shore, in order to protect natural, scenic, and cultural resources in all seven coastal counties. Coordinates all ocean shore violation remedies and permit activities with tribes, private landowners, city, council, state and federal agencies as required. In collaboration with Ocean Shore Coordinator, reviews, recommends and issues ocean shore permits including: Alteration Projects, Natural Product Removal, Special Use Permits, Motor Vehicle/ATV Drive on Beach, Beach Salvage, and Scientific Collection & Research Permits. Attending meetings to determine conditions and mediate conflicts factoring in regional needs, protecting important natural/cultural resources from human caused impacts.
Minimum Qualifications:
(a) A Bachelor's degree in relevant land use planning or natural resource conservation or management related to marine or ocean resources; AND three years of experience in land use planning, natural resource regulation, or ocean shore or marine resources conservation, management and protection. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities.
OR
(b) Three additional years of related (pertinent) experience can substitute for a Bachelor’s degree.
OR
(c) A Master's degree in ocean shore or marine resources conservation, management and protection or natural resource program area will substitute for up to one year of the required experience.
OR
(d) A Doctorate degree in ocean shore or marine resources conservation, management and protection or natural resource program area will substitute for up to two years of the required experience.
The State of Oregon requires all executive branch employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series or have an approved exception to the requirement due to a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief. Successful candidates for this position must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exception prior to their first day of employment. Failure to provide proof of full documentation or receipt of an approved exception will lead to withdrawal of the job offer. For more information, visit our policy listed here .
What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):
The following are skills that we have identified as key to success in this Ocean Shore Permit Specialist at OPRD. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have these skills, please let us know in your application.
Experience and expertise in environmental projects with skills and abilities in both land use planning and natural resource management.
Experience communicating with the public, property owners, construction contractors, and local/state/federal agency staff to resolve complex and controversial issues.
Knowledge of ocean shore geologic, oceanographic, and biologic processes in the Pacific Northwest.
Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations pertaining to ocean shore protection in Oregon.
Skill in applying rules, issuing permits, and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Skill in listening to what people say and asking appropriate questions to obtain needed information.
Skill in providing factual information based on observation, knowledge and understanding.
Skill in common courtesy while communicating with others.
Skill in maintaining composure and taking appropriate action during emergency or emotionally-charged situations.
Skill in the use of a personal computer and standard software packages, including mapping software.
Skill and experience in partnership building and collaboration with diverse staff within and outside the agency.
Skill in resolving customer complaints and park rule interpretation.
Skill in developing and delivering presentations.
Skill in practices relating to conservation, preservation, and protection of significant natural or scenic resources.
Skill in thinking strategically and prioritizing complex and large volume of work.
What's in it for you:
This is a fantastic opportunity to support millions of visitors connecting with the best state park system in America. You will work with a team of supportive, talented and highly motivated professionals. And, you’ll receive a fantastic benefits packaging including:
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for the employee and qualified family members
Paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 10 paid holidays per year
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
LINK TO OFFICIAL STATE APPLICATION (required)
Midwest Renewable Energy Association
Remote or Custer, WI
Position Classification: Part-time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)
32 Hours/Week
Reports To: Operations Director
Wage: $17-$20/hour (Salary is commensurate with experience)
Based: Remotely or at MREA office in Custer, Wisconsin
Approximate Start Date: January/February 2021
To Apply
To apply, please send:
Cover letter detailing your qualifications (PDF)
Resume including education and experience (PDF)
Contact information for three professional references (PDF)
All correspondence must be electronic and sent to Amiee Wetmore at apply@midwestrenew.org .
Deadline
Applications will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. Central Time on Monday, January 10, 2022.
Job Description
The Accounting & HR Coordinator is responsible for accounting and payroll functions including submitting payroll, data entry, record keeping of financial transactions, exporting and preparing reports from QuickBooks, credit card receipt entry, assisting in accounts payable and receivable, and complying with local, state & federal government reporting requirements (withholding, social security, W2s, 1099s, and so on). They will work closely with the Operations Director to ensure compliance with MREA financial policies and procedures.
In addition, this individual will lead new employee onboarding as well as assist in the hiring process for MREA vacancies, assist in annual financial and worker’s compensation audit preparations, filing of annual non-profit permits and licenses, and event registration support as needed.
Key Responsibilities
General Administration
Participate in MREA staff meetings and planning sessions as needed
Maintain instructional documents for position description, coordinate with others as needed
Collection and maintenance of contractor and onsite visitor certificates of insurance
Assist in monitoring of app performance and needs assessments as necessary (virtual time tracking, etc.)
Assist in maintaining Staff Resources digital information center (internal instructional documents, formal policy and procedures, travel reimbursement templates, position descriptions, etc.)
Financial
Be aware of, compliant with, and able to answer questions related to MREA financial policy and procedures as written by Management and approved by the MREA Board of Directors.
Taxes
Complete reporting and payments related to all necessary taxes (Payroll, unemployment, sales and use, 1099s, etc.)
Maintain records for all filings
Collect and maintain W9 records
Payroll (Managed through QuickBooks)
Process payroll bi-weekly and in a timely manner for 18 permanent staff (on average) and many unique, limited term employees from multiple states
Complete annual W2 filings
Assist Operations Director in managing employee timesheet policy compliance
Accounts Receivable (Managed through QuickBooks)
Assist in generating invoices per employee request and follow up with employees when customer accounts are past due
Enter income from multiple income sources (PayPal/Credit Card, Square, Direct Deposit)
Enter cash and check income*
Weekly bank deposits*
Accounts Payable (Managed through QuickBooks)
Print checks weekly per Management Team’s approval*
File checks weekly for archives*
Enter credit card expenses
Prepare class expense breakdowns as needed (Email marketing, etc.)
Assist in entering bills and monitoring due dates
Manage and review staff travel reimbursements for submission to Operations Director
Annual Audits
Assistance in preparing books for annual audit and work with Operations Director and external accountant to complete necessary audit tasks
Assist in gathering reports for Worker’s Compensation audit as necessary
Preparation of financial reports
By Request & quarterly financial report distribution to program leads
Entry of annual approved budget
Reconciliations
Perform monthly reconciliations of MREA checking accounts*
Perform report reconciliations in partnership with staff area leads/management (membership, courses, etc.) with assistance from Operations Director as necessary
Assistance in quarterly reconciliation of statements and balance sheets for review by external accountant and review by MREA Board of Directors.
End of year time off (vacation and holiday) accrual reconciliations for hourly staff
Perform monthly reconciliation for unclassified items
*Task dependent on employee location
Events
Be aware of, compliant with, and able to answer questions regarding event financial policy and procedures
Be a part of the financial team during The Energy Fair and other events as necessary
Human Resources
Work with the MREA Leadership team with hiring process for all new hires,
Assist in creation of vacancies
Posting of vacancies
Interviewing candidates as necessary
New hire paperwork & reporting
Assist and lead new hire onboarding as necessary
Work with staff to ensure compliance with MREA personnel policies and Employee Handbook
Be available to answer employee questions regarding Employee Handbook
Assist in maintenance of personnel records ensuring legal compliance including confidentiality
Personnel
Attend staff meetings and professional development days as needed
Participate in annual self-review
Participate in MREA Board of Director meetings and planning sessions as necessary
Support MREA events and activities, as needed
Qualifications
A successful candidate will be/have:
Results oriented and self-directed, with a passion for the MREA’s mission
Organized and focused with proven ability to prioritize and complete activities with deadlines
Consistent and maintain a high attention to detail
Comfortable with their work being reviewed by internal and external parties (co-workers, Board of Directors, audit firms, accountants)
Comfortable working on their own as well as one-on-one with many different staff
Able to keep records and data confidential
Proficient in QuickBooks, Excel, and Microsoft Office
Experienced in delivering friendly customer relations
2 years demonstratable professional experience in a related field (accounting, business administration, finance, etc.)
Have knowledge of generally accepted account principles.
Preference will be given to candidates who have:
An associates or bachelor’s degree in a related field, including accounting, business administration, or finance
A strong understanding of business and income tax worksheets, computations, and filings
Experience in services related specifically to payroll
Experience in completing necessary 501(c)(3) organization taxes
3+ years of professional experience in a related field
Experiencing performing non-profit taxes
Compensation & Benefits
Salary is commensurate with experience
Paid vacation & holidays
Paid wellness leave
Remote work eligible
Flexible work environment
Free electric vehicle charging at Custer Office
Casual dress code
Free registration to MREA trainings
Paid training when necessary/applicable
About MREA
Mission: The MREA promotes renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable living through education and demonstration.
MREA is an equal employment opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment in a manner that violates the law. MREA is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from qualified people regardless of their age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, marital status, military status, mental or physical disability, source of income, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or any other class protected by law. MREA does not discriminate on the basis of these characteristics in any personnel action.
To Apply
To apply, please send:
Cover letter detailing your qualifications (PDF)
Resume including education and experience (PDF)
Contact information for three professional references (PDF)
All correspondence must be electronic and sent to Amiee Wetmore at apply@midwestrenew.org .
Deadline
Applications will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. Central Time on Monday, January 10, 2022.
Dec 22, 2021
Part time
Position Classification: Part-time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)
32 Hours/Week
Reports To: Operations Director
Wage: $17-$20/hour (Salary is commensurate with experience)
Based: Remotely or at MREA office in Custer, Wisconsin
Approximate Start Date: January/February 2021
To Apply
To apply, please send:
Cover letter detailing your qualifications (PDF)
Resume including education and experience (PDF)
Contact information for three professional references (PDF)
All correspondence must be electronic and sent to Amiee Wetmore at apply@midwestrenew.org .
Deadline
Applications will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. Central Time on Monday, January 10, 2022.
Job Description
The Accounting & HR Coordinator is responsible for accounting and payroll functions including submitting payroll, data entry, record keeping of financial transactions, exporting and preparing reports from QuickBooks, credit card receipt entry, assisting in accounts payable and receivable, and complying with local, state & federal government reporting requirements (withholding, social security, W2s, 1099s, and so on). They will work closely with the Operations Director to ensure compliance with MREA financial policies and procedures.
In addition, this individual will lead new employee onboarding as well as assist in the hiring process for MREA vacancies, assist in annual financial and worker’s compensation audit preparations, filing of annual non-profit permits and licenses, and event registration support as needed.
Key Responsibilities
General Administration
Participate in MREA staff meetings and planning sessions as needed
Maintain instructional documents for position description, coordinate with others as needed
Collection and maintenance of contractor and onsite visitor certificates of insurance
Assist in monitoring of app performance and needs assessments as necessary (virtual time tracking, etc.)
Assist in maintaining Staff Resources digital information center (internal instructional documents, formal policy and procedures, travel reimbursement templates, position descriptions, etc.)
Financial
Be aware of, compliant with, and able to answer questions related to MREA financial policy and procedures as written by Management and approved by the MREA Board of Directors.
Taxes
Complete reporting and payments related to all necessary taxes (Payroll, unemployment, sales and use, 1099s, etc.)
Maintain records for all filings
Collect and maintain W9 records
Payroll (Managed through QuickBooks)
Process payroll bi-weekly and in a timely manner for 18 permanent staff (on average) and many unique, limited term employees from multiple states
Complete annual W2 filings
Assist Operations Director in managing employee timesheet policy compliance
Accounts Receivable (Managed through QuickBooks)
Assist in generating invoices per employee request and follow up with employees when customer accounts are past due
Enter income from multiple income sources (PayPal/Credit Card, Square, Direct Deposit)
Enter cash and check income*
Weekly bank deposits*
Accounts Payable (Managed through QuickBooks)
Print checks weekly per Management Team’s approval*
File checks weekly for archives*
Enter credit card expenses
Prepare class expense breakdowns as needed (Email marketing, etc.)
Assist in entering bills and monitoring due dates
Manage and review staff travel reimbursements for submission to Operations Director
Annual Audits
Assistance in preparing books for annual audit and work with Operations Director and external accountant to complete necessary audit tasks
Assist in gathering reports for Worker’s Compensation audit as necessary
Preparation of financial reports
By Request & quarterly financial report distribution to program leads
Entry of annual approved budget
Reconciliations
Perform monthly reconciliations of MREA checking accounts*
Perform report reconciliations in partnership with staff area leads/management (membership, courses, etc.) with assistance from Operations Director as necessary
Assistance in quarterly reconciliation of statements and balance sheets for review by external accountant and review by MREA Board of Directors.
End of year time off (vacation and holiday) accrual reconciliations for hourly staff
Perform monthly reconciliation for unclassified items
*Task dependent on employee location
Events
Be aware of, compliant with, and able to answer questions regarding event financial policy and procedures
Be a part of the financial team during The Energy Fair and other events as necessary
Human Resources
Work with the MREA Leadership team with hiring process for all new hires,
Assist in creation of vacancies
Posting of vacancies
Interviewing candidates as necessary
New hire paperwork & reporting
Assist and lead new hire onboarding as necessary
Work with staff to ensure compliance with MREA personnel policies and Employee Handbook
Be available to answer employee questions regarding Employee Handbook
Assist in maintenance of personnel records ensuring legal compliance including confidentiality
Personnel
Attend staff meetings and professional development days as needed
Participate in annual self-review
Participate in MREA Board of Director meetings and planning sessions as necessary
Support MREA events and activities, as needed
Qualifications
A successful candidate will be/have:
Results oriented and self-directed, with a passion for the MREA’s mission
Organized and focused with proven ability to prioritize and complete activities with deadlines
Consistent and maintain a high attention to detail
Comfortable with their work being reviewed by internal and external parties (co-workers, Board of Directors, audit firms, accountants)
Comfortable working on their own as well as one-on-one with many different staff
Able to keep records and data confidential
Proficient in QuickBooks, Excel, and Microsoft Office
Experienced in delivering friendly customer relations
2 years demonstratable professional experience in a related field (accounting, business administration, finance, etc.)
Have knowledge of generally accepted account principles.
Preference will be given to candidates who have:
An associates or bachelor’s degree in a related field, including accounting, business administration, or finance
A strong understanding of business and income tax worksheets, computations, and filings
Experience in services related specifically to payroll
Experience in completing necessary 501(c)(3) organization taxes
3+ years of professional experience in a related field
Experiencing performing non-profit taxes
Compensation & Benefits
Salary is commensurate with experience
Paid vacation & holidays
Paid wellness leave
Remote work eligible
Flexible work environment
Free electric vehicle charging at Custer Office
Casual dress code
Free registration to MREA trainings
Paid training when necessary/applicable
About MREA
Mission: The MREA promotes renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable living through education and demonstration.
MREA is an equal employment opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment in a manner that violates the law. MREA is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from qualified people regardless of their age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, marital status, military status, mental or physical disability, source of income, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or any other class protected by law. MREA does not discriminate on the basis of these characteristics in any personnel action.
To Apply
To apply, please send:
Cover letter detailing your qualifications (PDF)
Resume including education and experience (PDF)
Contact information for three professional references (PDF)
All correspondence must be electronic and sent to Amiee Wetmore at apply@midwestrenew.org .
Deadline
Applications will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. Central Time on Monday, January 10, 2022.
Title: Ocean Shores Coordinator
Job Number: REQ-76667
Salary: $5,203 – $7,996 per month
Deadline: 12/21/2021 at 11:59pm Pacific Time
We are the caretakers of Oregon’s special places, and we take that responsibility seriously. Our team supports over 50 million visitors per year, over 250-plus state park properties and countless great experiences.
Have you worked on environmental projects involving land use planning and natural resource management? Are you knowledgeable on ocean shore geologic, oceanographic, and biologic processes in the Pacific Northwest?
If this sounds like you, come join our leadership team as an Ocean Shores Coordinator and support one of Oregon’s greatest resources – State Parks!
This position falls under the classification Natural Resource Specialist 4 .
Our Mission
OPRD’s mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.
Our Operating Principles
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.
What you will do:
As an Ocean Shores Coordinator, you will be independently responsible for coordinating, reviewing and recommending approval or denial of a number of ocean shore permits. These permits will include: Alteration Projects, Natural Product Removal, Marine Algae Collection, Special Use Permits, Motor Vehicle/ATV Drives on Beaches, Beach Salvage, Scientific Collection and Research Permits.
In this role you will identify, recommend and coordinate corrective actions on ocean shore management issues for the coast which deal with natural, scenic and cultural resources in 7 counties. You will serve as an Ocean Shore Team Lead providing expertise, guidance and coordination for two Ocean Shore Specialists, as well as identifying and leading programmatic improvements.
Additionally, you will coordinate all ocean shore permit activity with tribes, private landowners, city, council, state and federal agencies as required. You will attend meetings to determine conditions and mediate conflicts factoring in regional needs as well as protecting important natural and cultural resources from human caused impacts.
Minimum Qualifications:
(a) A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant land use planning or natural resource management program or a program related to marine or ocean resources management; AND Four (4) years of experience in land use planning, natural resource regulation, or ocean shore or marine resources conservation, management and protection. At least Two (2) years of the experience must be at a professional level performing activities such as rule interpretation, land-use planning, managing projects, issuing permits, leading teams, and developing contracts/agreements.
OR
(b) A Master’s Degree in land use planning or a relevant natural resources field will substitute for up to One (1) year of required experience, but not for the Two (2) years at the professional level.
What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):
Experience with environmental projects involving land use planning and natural resource management.
Strong working knowledge of ocean shore geologic, oceanographic, and biologic processes in the Pacific Northwest.
Strong working knowledge of relevant laws and regulations pertaining to ocean shore protection in Oregon.
Experience applying rules, issuing permits and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Experience coordinating and leading teams of experts to accomplish project and program priority goals and objectives.
Experience in practices relating to conservation, preservation, and protection of significant natural, recreational and scenic resources.
Experience providing quality control and evaluating compliance with specifications for technical ocean shore construction projects including dune alteration, shoreline protection structures, accessway construction and other ocean shore alteration projects.
Ability to prioritize and manage complex workloads.
Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Experience communicating with the public, property owners, construction contractors, and local/state/federal agency staff to resolve complex and controversial issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
Ability to build partnerships and collaborate with diverse staff within and outside of the agency.
Ability to maintain composure and take appropriate action during emergency or emotionally-charged situations.
Proficiency with personal computers and standard software packages, including mapping software.
Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
What's in it for you:
This is a fantastic opportunity to support millions of visitors connecting with the best state park system in America. You will work with a team of supportive, talented and highly motivated professionals. And, you’ll receive a fantastic benefits packaging including:
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for the employee and qualified family members
Paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 10 paid holidays per year
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
LINK TO OFFICIAL STATE APPLICATION (required):
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Seal-Rock--OPRD--Coast-Region---Region-Office/Ocean-Shores-Coordinator_REQ-76667
Nov 24, 2021
Full time
Title: Ocean Shores Coordinator
Job Number: REQ-76667
Salary: $5,203 – $7,996 per month
Deadline: 12/21/2021 at 11:59pm Pacific Time
We are the caretakers of Oregon’s special places, and we take that responsibility seriously. Our team supports over 50 million visitors per year, over 250-plus state park properties and countless great experiences.
Have you worked on environmental projects involving land use planning and natural resource management? Are you knowledgeable on ocean shore geologic, oceanographic, and biologic processes in the Pacific Northwest?
If this sounds like you, come join our leadership team as an Ocean Shores Coordinator and support one of Oregon’s greatest resources – State Parks!
This position falls under the classification Natural Resource Specialist 4 .
Our Mission
OPRD’s mission is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.
Our Operating Principles
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.
What you will do:
As an Ocean Shores Coordinator, you will be independently responsible for coordinating, reviewing and recommending approval or denial of a number of ocean shore permits. These permits will include: Alteration Projects, Natural Product Removal, Marine Algae Collection, Special Use Permits, Motor Vehicle/ATV Drives on Beaches, Beach Salvage, Scientific Collection and Research Permits.
In this role you will identify, recommend and coordinate corrective actions on ocean shore management issues for the coast which deal with natural, scenic and cultural resources in 7 counties. You will serve as an Ocean Shore Team Lead providing expertise, guidance and coordination for two Ocean Shore Specialists, as well as identifying and leading programmatic improvements.
Additionally, you will coordinate all ocean shore permit activity with tribes, private landowners, city, council, state and federal agencies as required. You will attend meetings to determine conditions and mediate conflicts factoring in regional needs as well as protecting important natural and cultural resources from human caused impacts.
Minimum Qualifications:
(a) A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant land use planning or natural resource management program or a program related to marine or ocean resources management; AND Four (4) years of experience in land use planning, natural resource regulation, or ocean shore or marine resources conservation, management and protection. At least Two (2) years of the experience must be at a professional level performing activities such as rule interpretation, land-use planning, managing projects, issuing permits, leading teams, and developing contracts/agreements.
OR
(b) A Master’s Degree in land use planning or a relevant natural resources field will substitute for up to One (1) year of required experience, but not for the Two (2) years at the professional level.
What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):
Experience with environmental projects involving land use planning and natural resource management.
Strong working knowledge of ocean shore geologic, oceanographic, and biologic processes in the Pacific Northwest.
Strong working knowledge of relevant laws and regulations pertaining to ocean shore protection in Oregon.
Experience applying rules, issuing permits and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Experience coordinating and leading teams of experts to accomplish project and program priority goals and objectives.
Experience in practices relating to conservation, preservation, and protection of significant natural, recreational and scenic resources.
Experience providing quality control and evaluating compliance with specifications for technical ocean shore construction projects including dune alteration, shoreline protection structures, accessway construction and other ocean shore alteration projects.
Ability to prioritize and manage complex workloads.
Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Experience communicating with the public, property owners, construction contractors, and local/state/federal agency staff to resolve complex and controversial issues.
Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
Ability to build partnerships and collaborate with diverse staff within and outside of the agency.
Ability to maintain composure and take appropriate action during emergency or emotionally-charged situations.
Proficiency with personal computers and standard software packages, including mapping software.
Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
What's in it for you:
This is a fantastic opportunity to support millions of visitors connecting with the best state park system in America. You will work with a team of supportive, talented and highly motivated professionals. And, you’ll receive a fantastic benefits packaging including:
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for the employee and qualified family members
Paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and 10 paid holidays per year
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
LINK TO OFFICIAL STATE APPLICATION (required):
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Seal-Rock--OPRD--Coast-Region---Region-Office/Ocean-Shores-Coordinator_REQ-76667
Washington State Department of Ecology
Union Gap, WA
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 Office of Columbia River (OCR) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill two Administrative Assistant 3 positions, an OCR Financial and Projects Section Administrative Assistant and an OCR Operations Section Administrative Assistant . These positions will be located in our Central Regional Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA .
In these roles, your duties will include: meeting planning, agenda creation and facilitation and duties as assigned related to SharePoint data management and record retention programs. You will work closely with tribal leaders, state and federal agencies, irrigation districts, environmental organizations and other Ecology programs, developing trusting relationships and building a network or resources.
In the OCR Financial and Projects Section Administrative Assistant role, you will support a dynamic and fast growing team of project managers, hydrogeologists, and the Financial and Project Manager in developing, implementing and maintaining over 90 projects within central and eastern Washington. As a new position within a relatively new section, this position will be able to participate in creating efficiencies and new procedures that benefit OCR’s project management implementation.
In the OCR Operations Section Administrative Assistant role, you will have broad and comprehensive administrative duties and assignments in support of the Operations team, Water Rights Tracking System coordinators, GWIS staff, and Water Resources staff across the state. Responsibilities of this position include creating permit documents for final authorization per statutory and agency guidance, and creating and finalizing formal correspondence with outside agencies and tribal entities.
Our Columbia River Water Management Program seeks to meet current and future water needs along the Columbia River and its tributaries. We're charged with "aggressively pursuing" water solutions that concurrently meet water needs for families, industry, and farms (out-of-stream), and ecosystems and fish (instream). We're working to resolve conflicts over water and provide water security in the face of drought and changing climate. 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 1, 2021. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before November 30, 2021. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes these roles unique?
In these roles, you will directly impact the mission of The Office of Columbia River (OCR) by performing delegated higher-level administrative duties on behalf of the section managers including calendar management, meeting support, event & tour planning, speaking engagement coordination, and travel arrangements. You will engage in confidential communications with HR in coordinating confidential personnel actions (recruitment, arranging interviews, appointments, promotions, onboarding and evaluations). Each day will bring different opportunities for learning and developing alongside a one-of-a-kind team of experts working together to meet the program mission through statewide collaboration and innovation with various partners. What you will do:
Engage in confidential communication with HR in coordinating and managing personnel records associated with hiring, performance evaluations, and training requirements.
Plans and schedules meeting logistics for OCR’s Managers and teams with stakeholders, agencies and consultants. Coordinate meeting locations (virtual and physical), conference bridges, and develop and disseminate agendas and meeting minutes as requested.
Serve as OCR Admin Project Central Files and Permitting Files SharePoint site owners and back up to OCRs SharePoint administrator as needed.
Access Manager’s email and vault.
OCR Financial and Projects Section Administrative Assistan t
Establish contract and grant tracking and routing procedures and interpret and apply administrative policies; develop and maintain guidance documents for project management team and administrative processes.
Maintains the electronic storage of Contracts, Grants, Agreements, Project, and Topic Files by using EAGL, HQ Fiscal C&G system, OCR & Water Resources SharePoint sites, and agency network drives.
Takes a lead role in event planning and logistics for major project milestones, legislative tours, workshops, and large public meetings at non-state facilities. Works in coordination with OCR Financial and Project Section Manager, OCR director, Ecology contractors, project partners, and consultants as needed.
Reads and reviews documents, forms, agreements, correspondence, legislative reports, PowerPoint presentations and contracts for accuracy and compliance.
OCR Operations Section Administrative Assistant
Respond to customer and stakeholder requests for permit information and status updates in a positive, accurate, pleasant and professional manner, using Water Rights Tracking System (WRTS), Water Rights Acquisition Database, and other data storage systems.
Establish permitting procedures and interpret and apply administrative policies as they relate to the work of the Operations Team; including developing and maintaining guidance documents for permitting and administrative processes.
Maintains the electronic storage of permitting files using various programs, in coordination with statewide and regional colleagues to meet agency standards and policies.
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 education and experience:
Education : Involving a major study in business administration, public administration or closely allied field.
Experience: clerical, secretarial, bookkeeping, accounting, or general administrative office work experience.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree | Years of required experience
Combination 1 | 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: Must be able to maintain a current 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.
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 Melissa Downes at: mnih461@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Melissa 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 18, 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 Office of Columbia River (OCR) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill two Administrative Assistant 3 positions, an OCR Financial and Projects Section Administrative Assistant and an OCR Operations Section Administrative Assistant . These positions will be located in our Central Regional Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA .
In these roles, your duties will include: meeting planning, agenda creation and facilitation and duties as assigned related to SharePoint data management and record retention programs. You will work closely with tribal leaders, state and federal agencies, irrigation districts, environmental organizations and other Ecology programs, developing trusting relationships and building a network or resources.
In the OCR Financial and Projects Section Administrative Assistant role, you will support a dynamic and fast growing team of project managers, hydrogeologists, and the Financial and Project Manager in developing, implementing and maintaining over 90 projects within central and eastern Washington. As a new position within a relatively new section, this position will be able to participate in creating efficiencies and new procedures that benefit OCR’s project management implementation.
In the OCR Operations Section Administrative Assistant role, you will have broad and comprehensive administrative duties and assignments in support of the Operations team, Water Rights Tracking System coordinators, GWIS staff, and Water Resources staff across the state. Responsibilities of this position include creating permit documents for final authorization per statutory and agency guidance, and creating and finalizing formal correspondence with outside agencies and tribal entities.
Our Columbia River Water Management Program seeks to meet current and future water needs along the Columbia River and its tributaries. We're charged with "aggressively pursuing" water solutions that concurrently meet water needs for families, industry, and farms (out-of-stream), and ecosystems and fish (instream). We're working to resolve conflicts over water and provide water security in the face of drought and changing climate. 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 1, 2021. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before November 30, 2021. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes these roles unique?
In these roles, you will directly impact the mission of The Office of Columbia River (OCR) by performing delegated higher-level administrative duties on behalf of the section managers including calendar management, meeting support, event & tour planning, speaking engagement coordination, and travel arrangements. You will engage in confidential communications with HR in coordinating confidential personnel actions (recruitment, arranging interviews, appointments, promotions, onboarding and evaluations). Each day will bring different opportunities for learning and developing alongside a one-of-a-kind team of experts working together to meet the program mission through statewide collaboration and innovation with various partners. What you will do:
Engage in confidential communication with HR in coordinating and managing personnel records associated with hiring, performance evaluations, and training requirements.
Plans and schedules meeting logistics for OCR’s Managers and teams with stakeholders, agencies and consultants. Coordinate meeting locations (virtual and physical), conference bridges, and develop and disseminate agendas and meeting minutes as requested.
Serve as OCR Admin Project Central Files and Permitting Files SharePoint site owners and back up to OCRs SharePoint administrator as needed.
Access Manager’s email and vault.
OCR Financial and Projects Section Administrative Assistan t
Establish contract and grant tracking and routing procedures and interpret and apply administrative policies; develop and maintain guidance documents for project management team and administrative processes.
Maintains the electronic storage of Contracts, Grants, Agreements, Project, and Topic Files by using EAGL, HQ Fiscal C&G system, OCR & Water Resources SharePoint sites, and agency network drives.
Takes a lead role in event planning and logistics for major project milestones, legislative tours, workshops, and large public meetings at non-state facilities. Works in coordination with OCR Financial and Project Section Manager, OCR director, Ecology contractors, project partners, and consultants as needed.
Reads and reviews documents, forms, agreements, correspondence, legislative reports, PowerPoint presentations and contracts for accuracy and compliance.
OCR Operations Section Administrative Assistant
Respond to customer and stakeholder requests for permit information and status updates in a positive, accurate, pleasant and professional manner, using Water Rights Tracking System (WRTS), Water Rights Acquisition Database, and other data storage systems.
Establish permitting procedures and interpret and apply administrative policies as they relate to the work of the Operations Team; including developing and maintaining guidance documents for permitting and administrative processes.
Maintains the electronic storage of permitting files using various programs, in coordination with statewide and regional colleagues to meet agency standards and policies.
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 education and experience:
Education : Involving a major study in business administration, public administration or closely allied field.
Experience: clerical, secretarial, bookkeeping, accounting, or general administrative office work experience.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree | Years of required experience
Combination 1 | 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: Must be able to maintain a current 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.
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 Melissa Downes at: mnih461@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Melissa 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.
PURPOSE
The Bilingual Case Manager provides a full range of case management services to youth in Foster Care, which includes working with foster parents, birth parents, and identified supports to assist the youth toward legal residency and permanency. The Case Manager coordinates all case planning among the team members, which includes researching and screening families to be potential sponsor resources for the youth.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Maintain children and youth caseloads for youth 0-17 years of age, including females and males, pregnant teens, and newborn babies. Standard caseloads will consist of 8 to 12 clients. Caseloads may increase if multiple family-level foster children are assigned.
Provide and coordinate program services in a manner that is sensitive to the culture, native language, and special needs of Division of Children’s Services (DCS) youth. Such as creating an individual service plan with each child and reunification and release services to a family member(s) or sponsor.
Complete, in a timely manner, various forms and reports mandated by Friends of Youth and funders, such as initial and on-going Individual Service Plans, quarterly reports, incident reports, discharge summaries, etc.
Maintain case notes as required, including documentation of all contacts.
Meet a minimum of one hour per week for individual supervision with the Foster Care Assistant Director to discuss policy, review program operations and direction, initiate discussions on problem areas, and to report on the status of youth, families of origin and foster families. Number of hours of supervision will be increased to reflect complexities of case load.
Participate in a monthly meeting with the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) Case Coordinator and team to review youth on your caseload.
Facilitate and provide support to the DCS Foster Parents in the monthly support groups and monthly trainings.
Follow all ORR and DCS policy and procedures.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Sciences, human services or social service fields.
Bilingual in Spanish with direct knowledge and experience of Spanish culture.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
3 years of progressive employment experience in the aforementioned fields.
Child welfare, DCS/ORR, and/or case management experience.
Experience with 24-hour crisis line a plus.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
$24.36 - $25.37 per hour. Friends of Youth offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
15 vacation days per year with annual accrual interests, paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, 2 personal days and 2 social justice leave days per year
Medical, dental and vision coverage; 24/7 access to telehealth
403(b) retirement plan and matching
Long-term disability insurance and life insurance
Professional development opportunities are available 24/7 on our online learning platform
All employees and their immediate family members can receive free counseling and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program
LOCATION & SCHEDULE
Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm with occasional weekends and evenings required; in-person/onsite in Beacon Hill/Renton, WA.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Engages with diverse populations in a culturally responsive manner and demonstrates a commitment to the values of equity and inclusion by honoring and celebrating diverse characteristics and expressions of personal identity.
Knowledge of various therapeutic approaches with adolescents.
Knowledge of relevant licensing and reporting requirements.
Ability to learn relevant Council on Accreditation (COA) standards and Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) processes.
Ability to develop and maintain community resources.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to develop and monitor treatment plans.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Must satisfactorily pass criminal history check
Must satisfactorily pass tuberculosis (TB) test.
Must successfully complete the following health certification requirements within 30 days of employment: CPR, First Aid, Food Handlers permit and Bloodborne Pathogens training.
Complete a de-escalation and restraint training within the first 45 days of employment to be eligible to be involved in the restraint of a resident if necessary.
Must have a valid Washington State driver's license or be able to obtain one by date of employment
Employees who operate their own or Friends of Youth vehicles on Friends of Youth business must have a safe driving record and carry auto liability insurance as defined by Friends of Youth.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination (or approved medical/religious exemption request).
EQUITY STATEMENT
Friends of Youth welcomes, honors, and celebrates our clients, colleagues and communities’ diverse identities, histories, knowledges, languages, and cultures. Our organizational values shape the way we work individually and collectively, as we prioritize young people’s belonging and achievement. We work to challenge, alter, and ultimately dismantle interconnected systems of structural and historic oppression. We collaborate with community stakeholders and partners to develop policy and decision-making frameworks that advance racial equity.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Friends of Youth is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an organization on a journey towards becoming anti-racist and anti-oppressive, we are committed to equitable hiring practices. As an equal opportunity employer, Friends of Youth does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, ethnicity, cultural identity, creed, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, religion, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, immigrants, refugees, LGBTQIA+, Disabled, are/have been system-impacted and other people from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with Disabilities to apply for this position or to perform the essential functions of this position. It is our commitment to assess our current systems and create more opportunities for access and inclusion. To request accommodation or support, please contact the Human Resources Team.
Nov 03, 2021
Full time
PURPOSE
The Bilingual Case Manager provides a full range of case management services to youth in Foster Care, which includes working with foster parents, birth parents, and identified supports to assist the youth toward legal residency and permanency. The Case Manager coordinates all case planning among the team members, which includes researching and screening families to be potential sponsor resources for the youth.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Maintain children and youth caseloads for youth 0-17 years of age, including females and males, pregnant teens, and newborn babies. Standard caseloads will consist of 8 to 12 clients. Caseloads may increase if multiple family-level foster children are assigned.
Provide and coordinate program services in a manner that is sensitive to the culture, native language, and special needs of Division of Children’s Services (DCS) youth. Such as creating an individual service plan with each child and reunification and release services to a family member(s) or sponsor.
Complete, in a timely manner, various forms and reports mandated by Friends of Youth and funders, such as initial and on-going Individual Service Plans, quarterly reports, incident reports, discharge summaries, etc.
Maintain case notes as required, including documentation of all contacts.
Meet a minimum of one hour per week for individual supervision with the Foster Care Assistant Director to discuss policy, review program operations and direction, initiate discussions on problem areas, and to report on the status of youth, families of origin and foster families. Number of hours of supervision will be increased to reflect complexities of case load.
Participate in a monthly meeting with the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) Case Coordinator and team to review youth on your caseload.
Facilitate and provide support to the DCS Foster Parents in the monthly support groups and monthly trainings.
Follow all ORR and DCS policy and procedures.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Sciences, human services or social service fields.
Bilingual in Spanish with direct knowledge and experience of Spanish culture.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
3 years of progressive employment experience in the aforementioned fields.
Child welfare, DCS/ORR, and/or case management experience.
Experience with 24-hour crisis line a plus.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
$24.36 - $25.37 per hour. Friends of Youth offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
15 vacation days per year with annual accrual interests, paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, 2 personal days and 2 social justice leave days per year
Medical, dental and vision coverage; 24/7 access to telehealth
403(b) retirement plan and matching
Long-term disability insurance and life insurance
Professional development opportunities are available 24/7 on our online learning platform
All employees and their immediate family members can receive free counseling and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program
LOCATION & SCHEDULE
Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm with occasional weekends and evenings required; in-person/onsite in Beacon Hill/Renton, WA.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Engages with diverse populations in a culturally responsive manner and demonstrates a commitment to the values of equity and inclusion by honoring and celebrating diverse characteristics and expressions of personal identity.
Knowledge of various therapeutic approaches with adolescents.
Knowledge of relevant licensing and reporting requirements.
Ability to learn relevant Council on Accreditation (COA) standards and Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) processes.
Ability to develop and maintain community resources.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to develop and monitor treatment plans.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Must satisfactorily pass criminal history check
Must satisfactorily pass tuberculosis (TB) test.
Must successfully complete the following health certification requirements within 30 days of employment: CPR, First Aid, Food Handlers permit and Bloodborne Pathogens training.
Complete a de-escalation and restraint training within the first 45 days of employment to be eligible to be involved in the restraint of a resident if necessary.
Must have a valid Washington State driver's license or be able to obtain one by date of employment
Employees who operate their own or Friends of Youth vehicles on Friends of Youth business must have a safe driving record and carry auto liability insurance as defined by Friends of Youth.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination (or approved medical/religious exemption request).
EQUITY STATEMENT
Friends of Youth welcomes, honors, and celebrates our clients, colleagues and communities’ diverse identities, histories, knowledges, languages, and cultures. Our organizational values shape the way we work individually and collectively, as we prioritize young people’s belonging and achievement. We work to challenge, alter, and ultimately dismantle interconnected systems of structural and historic oppression. We collaborate with community stakeholders and partners to develop policy and decision-making frameworks that advance racial equity.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Friends of Youth is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an organization on a journey towards becoming anti-racist and anti-oppressive, we are committed to equitable hiring practices. As an equal opportunity employer, Friends of Youth does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, ethnicity, cultural identity, creed, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, religion, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, immigrants, refugees, LGBTQIA+, Disabled, are/have been system-impacted and other people from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with Disabilities to apply for this position or to perform the essential functions of this position. It is our commitment to assess our current systems and create more opportunities for access and inclusion. To request accommodation or support, please contact the Human Resources Team.
BILINGUAL CLINICAL PROGRAM MANAGER - McEachern House (La Vista)
This position is eligible to receive a $3,000 signing bonus!
PURPOSE
The Clinical Program Manager (CPM) oversees the treatment milieu for up to ten unaccompanied male youth in McEachern House (La Vista) on the Griffin Campus. The position provides direct service to the program ensuring clinical, medical, educational, case management, and transition services are provided with the fewest possible barriers. The CPM ensures that legal representation is accessed for each youth. The CPM establishes and maintains a caring, healthy and secure treatment atmosphere for youth in McEachern House (La Vista) and demonstrates an interest in youth developing coping skills. The CPM supervises the Program Supervisor, Case Manager and Mental Health Therapist, and leads the staff team.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Maintain supervision of a caseload of ten male adolescents in residential treatment, which includes screening referrals for appropriate placement, conducting and supervising individual, group, and family/sponsor counseling sessions.
Complete and submit all treatment documents on youth by assessing core and contributing problems, setting treatment outcome goals, and checking progress toward those goals.
In coordination with the Director of Residential Treatment Services, screen applicants for admission with consideration to with contracts and safety of current resident population.
In collaboration with the Director of Residential Treatment Services and psychiatric consultant, determine treatment methods and goals.
Plan for successful discharge of youth, including the involvement of parents when appropriate, sponsors, community resources, and other supports.
Train staff in culturally appropriate interviewing, counseling, and relationship techniques to motivate and engage youth to remain in staff-secure services from orientation through transition.
Participate in hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of bilingual program staff including volunteers with the Program Supervisor.
Supervise Program Supervisor, Case Manager(s), Bilingual Mental Health Therapist(s), adjunct staff, and consultants in review of treatment plans and client progress.
Serve as the PSA Compliance Manager as designated. Work with ORR’s PSA Coordinator to implement the policy and procedures and ensure ongoing compliance with the ORR standards.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Marriage, Family and Child counseling, or a related social service field.
Three years’ experience in the field of child welfare.
Bilingual in Spanish and English.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
$65,041.00+ annually (DOE) + $3,000 signing bonus*. Friends of Youth offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
15 vacation days per year with annual accrual interests, paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, 2 personal days and 2 social justice leave days per year
Medical, dental and vision coverage; 24/7 access to telehealth
403(b) retirement plan and matching
Long-term disability insurance and life insurance
Professional development opportunities are available 24/7 on our online learning platform
All employees and their immediate family members can receive free counseling and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program
LOCATION & SCHEDULE
Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5pm; in-person/onsite in Renton, WA.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Engages with diverse populations in a culturally responsive manner.
Demonstrates a commitment to the values of equity and inclusion by honoring and celebrating diverse characteristics and expressions of personal identity.
Knowledge of various mental health treatment modalities, de-escalation, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for adolescents.
Knowledge of basic personnel supervision techniques.
Ability to develop/monitor treatment plans and job performance criteria.
Ability to develop and maintain community resources.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Knowledge of Washington Administrative Code (WAC) for group care.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Must satisfactorily pass criminal history check
Must satisfactorily pass tuberculosis (TB) test.
Must successfully complete the following health certification requirements within 30 days of employment: CPR, First Aid, Food Handlers permit and Bloodborne Pathogens training.
Complete a de-escalation and restraint training within the first 45 days of employment to be eligible to be involved in the restraint of a resident if necessary.
Must have a valid Washington State driver's license or be able to obtain one by date of employment
Employees who operate their own or Friends of Youth vehicles on Friends of Youth business must have a safe driving record and carry auto liability insurance as defined by Friends of Youth.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
EQUITY STATEMENT
Friends of Youth welcomes, honors, and celebrates our clients, colleagues and communities’ diverse identities, histories, knowledges, languages, and cultures. Our organizational values shape the way we work individually and collectively, as we prioritize young people’s belonging and achievement. We work to challenge, alter, and ultimately dismantle interconnected systems of structural and historic oppression. We collaborate with community stakeholders and partners to develop policy and decision-making frameworks that advance racial equity.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Friends of Youth is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an organization on a journey towards becoming anti-racist and anti-oppressive, we are committed to equitable hiring practices. As an equal opportunity employer, Friends of Youth does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, ethnicity, cultural identity, creed, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, religion, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, immigrants, refugees, LGBTQIA+, Disabled, are/have been system-impacted and other people from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with Disabilities to apply for this position or to perform the essential functions of this position. It is our commitment to assess our current systems and create more opportunities for access and inclusion. To request accommodation or support, please email the Human Resources Team at HR@friendsofyouth.org.
*The signing bonus is a one-time bonus that must be repaid if the employee leaves their position at Friends of Youth before six months.
Oct 11, 2021
Full time
BILINGUAL CLINICAL PROGRAM MANAGER - McEachern House (La Vista)
This position is eligible to receive a $3,000 signing bonus!
PURPOSE
The Clinical Program Manager (CPM) oversees the treatment milieu for up to ten unaccompanied male youth in McEachern House (La Vista) on the Griffin Campus. The position provides direct service to the program ensuring clinical, medical, educational, case management, and transition services are provided with the fewest possible barriers. The CPM ensures that legal representation is accessed for each youth. The CPM establishes and maintains a caring, healthy and secure treatment atmosphere for youth in McEachern House (La Vista) and demonstrates an interest in youth developing coping skills. The CPM supervises the Program Supervisor, Case Manager and Mental Health Therapist, and leads the staff team.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Maintain supervision of a caseload of ten male adolescents in residential treatment, which includes screening referrals for appropriate placement, conducting and supervising individual, group, and family/sponsor counseling sessions.
Complete and submit all treatment documents on youth by assessing core and contributing problems, setting treatment outcome goals, and checking progress toward those goals.
In coordination with the Director of Residential Treatment Services, screen applicants for admission with consideration to with contracts and safety of current resident population.
In collaboration with the Director of Residential Treatment Services and psychiatric consultant, determine treatment methods and goals.
Plan for successful discharge of youth, including the involvement of parents when appropriate, sponsors, community resources, and other supports.
Train staff in culturally appropriate interviewing, counseling, and relationship techniques to motivate and engage youth to remain in staff-secure services from orientation through transition.
Participate in hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of bilingual program staff including volunteers with the Program Supervisor.
Supervise Program Supervisor, Case Manager(s), Bilingual Mental Health Therapist(s), adjunct staff, and consultants in review of treatment plans and client progress.
Serve as the PSA Compliance Manager as designated. Work with ORR’s PSA Coordinator to implement the policy and procedures and ensure ongoing compliance with the ORR standards.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Marriage, Family and Child counseling, or a related social service field.
Three years’ experience in the field of child welfare.
Bilingual in Spanish and English.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
$65,041.00+ annually (DOE) + $3,000 signing bonus*. Friends of Youth offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
15 vacation days per year with annual accrual interests, paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, 2 personal days and 2 social justice leave days per year
Medical, dental and vision coverage; 24/7 access to telehealth
403(b) retirement plan and matching
Long-term disability insurance and life insurance
Professional development opportunities are available 24/7 on our online learning platform
All employees and their immediate family members can receive free counseling and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program
LOCATION & SCHEDULE
Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5pm; in-person/onsite in Renton, WA.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Engages with diverse populations in a culturally responsive manner.
Demonstrates a commitment to the values of equity and inclusion by honoring and celebrating diverse characteristics and expressions of personal identity.
Knowledge of various mental health treatment modalities, de-escalation, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills for adolescents.
Knowledge of basic personnel supervision techniques.
Ability to develop/monitor treatment plans and job performance criteria.
Ability to develop and maintain community resources.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Knowledge of Washington Administrative Code (WAC) for group care.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Must satisfactorily pass criminal history check
Must satisfactorily pass tuberculosis (TB) test.
Must successfully complete the following health certification requirements within 30 days of employment: CPR, First Aid, Food Handlers permit and Bloodborne Pathogens training.
Complete a de-escalation and restraint training within the first 45 days of employment to be eligible to be involved in the restraint of a resident if necessary.
Must have a valid Washington State driver's license or be able to obtain one by date of employment
Employees who operate their own or Friends of Youth vehicles on Friends of Youth business must have a safe driving record and carry auto liability insurance as defined by Friends of Youth.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
EQUITY STATEMENT
Friends of Youth welcomes, honors, and celebrates our clients, colleagues and communities’ diverse identities, histories, knowledges, languages, and cultures. Our organizational values shape the way we work individually and collectively, as we prioritize young people’s belonging and achievement. We work to challenge, alter, and ultimately dismantle interconnected systems of structural and historic oppression. We collaborate with community stakeholders and partners to develop policy and decision-making frameworks that advance racial equity.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Friends of Youth is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an organization on a journey towards becoming anti-racist and anti-oppressive, we are committed to equitable hiring practices. As an equal opportunity employer, Friends of Youth does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, ethnicity, cultural identity, creed, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, religion, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, immigrants, refugees, LGBTQIA+, Disabled, are/have been system-impacted and other people from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with Disabilities to apply for this position or to perform the essential functions of this position. It is our commitment to assess our current systems and create more opportunities for access and inclusion. To request accommodation or support, please email the Human Resources Team at HR@friendsofyouth.org.
*The signing bonus is a one-time bonus that must be repaid if the employee leaves their position at Friends of Youth before six months.
Oregon Parks and Recreation
725 Summer Street NE in Salem, OR
Title: Archaeology Survey and Inventory Coordinator
Job Number: REQ-68582
Salary: $53,292 – $81,528 per year
Deadline: 08/31/2021 at 11:59pm Pacific Time
Do you enjoy learning about historic and archaeological sites, have an eye for detail, and have skill in tracking data and records? As an Archaeology Survey and Inventory Coordinator (Natural Resource Specialist 3), you will play a key role in identifying, documenting, and evaluating historic properties across Oregon. Come join our team at the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department in Salem, Oregon, and support one of Oregon’s greatest resources – our state parks!
Our Mission
The mission of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic, and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.
Our Operating Principles
OPRD believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.
What you will do:
The Archaeology Survey and Inventory Coordinator is located within State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), which is part of the Heritage Programs Division of OPRD. SHPO believes that Oregon's special places connect Oregonians to the past by creating physical continuity over generations and space for public conversations about community values and identity. The ongoing process of recognizing and interpreting these places must be a local one, driven by inclusive public participation. See the Oregon 2018 - 2023 Oregon SHPO Preservation Plan, and 2020 - 2025 Heritage Plan for more information on the Heritage Division's philosophy, approach, and goals at https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/pages/tools.aspx
The Archaeology Survey and Inventory Coordinator administers the state programs for the identification, recordation, and evaluation of historic properties significant for their archaeological or ethnographic associations in compliance with federal and state laws and guidance and professional best practices. The position creates and maintains processes and information systems to support this effort in coordination with the Oregon State Archaeologist and Survey and Inventory Program Coordinator. Your decisions and actions impact the accuracy, accessibility, and usefulness of digital and physical records used by our many partners, including Indian Tribes, and federal, state, and local agencies for planning, education, development, and regulatory uses.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Developing standards for identifying, documenting, and evaluating historic properties
Reviewing, processing, and digitizing survey reports and site documentation
Administering the state-wide archaeological permit program
Creating and maintaining digital data and data systems, including the Oregon Archaeological Remote Records Access system (OARRA), Oregon’s Online Site Forms submission system, Oregon Historic Sites Database and Geographic Information System (GIS) for historic properties, and related information and data-storage systems.
Completing archaeological surveys in support of Division projects as time and budget allow
Serving as backup administrator for the Oregon Go Digital submission process.
What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):
These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have these skills, please let us know in your cover letter, resume, and work history section of your application.
Experience determining the sufficiency, reliability, and relevance of historic and archaeological data.
Demonstrated academic and field experience in the archaeology of the Pacific Northwest.
Skill in applying the National Register of Historic Places criteria for evaluation to historic properties.
Skill in mapping archaeological and ethnographic data in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Skill in creating, managing, and maintaining GIS-based information systems.
Skill in using software used to create GIS databases and manage data management systems, including Microsoft Access, Adobe Reader, Adobe Pro.
Attention to detail for meticulous record maintenance.
Minimum Qualifications:
Meet the minimum Secretary of the Interior’s professional qualifications in archaeology and qualifications for the Oregon State Natural Resource Specialist 3 classification, including:
Two years of experience in cultural resource management. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities; AND a Masters degree in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related field.
A Doctorate degree in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related field will substitute for up to one year of the required experience.
Special Requirements:
At least four months of the required experience must be supervised field and analytical experience in general North American archaeology.
Demonstrated ability to successfully complete archaeological surveys and reports based on the results of archaeological field investigations and related research.
Meet the minimum qualifications of a “ qualified archaeologist ” as defined in Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 390.235 and comply with all requirements for permits held.
Comply with the provisions of the federal Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979.
Have a criminal history check and driving record check that meets OPRD criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
Posses a valid driver’s license at time of hire and throughout employment.
LINK TO OFFICIAL STATE APPLICATION (required):
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OPRD--Central-Office/Archaeology-Survey-and-Inventory-Coordinator--Natural-Resource-Specialist-3_REQ-68582
Aug 03, 2021
Full time
Title: Archaeology Survey and Inventory Coordinator
Job Number: REQ-68582
Salary: $53,292 – $81,528 per year
Deadline: 08/31/2021 at 11:59pm Pacific Time
Do you enjoy learning about historic and archaeological sites, have an eye for detail, and have skill in tracking data and records? As an Archaeology Survey and Inventory Coordinator (Natural Resource Specialist 3), you will play a key role in identifying, documenting, and evaluating historic properties across Oregon. Come join our team at the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department in Salem, Oregon, and support one of Oregon’s greatest resources – our state parks!
Our Mission
The mission of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic, and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.
Our Operating Principles
OPRD believes Operating Principles are core values that, if mutually accepted and supported by all employees, will create a connected, respectful, and trusting work environment. Our Operating Principles are: Accountability, Commitment, Empathy, Empowerment, Fun, Integrity, Respect, & Well-being.
What you will do:
The Archaeology Survey and Inventory Coordinator is located within State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), which is part of the Heritage Programs Division of OPRD. SHPO believes that Oregon's special places connect Oregonians to the past by creating physical continuity over generations and space for public conversations about community values and identity. The ongoing process of recognizing and interpreting these places must be a local one, driven by inclusive public participation. See the Oregon 2018 - 2023 Oregon SHPO Preservation Plan, and 2020 - 2025 Heritage Plan for more information on the Heritage Division's philosophy, approach, and goals at https://www.oregon.gov/oprd/OH/pages/tools.aspx
The Archaeology Survey and Inventory Coordinator administers the state programs for the identification, recordation, and evaluation of historic properties significant for their archaeological or ethnographic associations in compliance with federal and state laws and guidance and professional best practices. The position creates and maintains processes and information systems to support this effort in coordination with the Oregon State Archaeologist and Survey and Inventory Program Coordinator. Your decisions and actions impact the accuracy, accessibility, and usefulness of digital and physical records used by our many partners, including Indian Tribes, and federal, state, and local agencies for planning, education, development, and regulatory uses.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Developing standards for identifying, documenting, and evaluating historic properties
Reviewing, processing, and digitizing survey reports and site documentation
Administering the state-wide archaeological permit program
Creating and maintaining digital data and data systems, including the Oregon Archaeological Remote Records Access system (OARRA), Oregon’s Online Site Forms submission system, Oregon Historic Sites Database and Geographic Information System (GIS) for historic properties, and related information and data-storage systems.
Completing archaeological surveys in support of Division projects as time and budget allow
Serving as backup administrator for the Oregon Go Digital submission process.
What we are looking for (Desired Attributes):
These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have these skills, please let us know in your cover letter, resume, and work history section of your application.
Experience determining the sufficiency, reliability, and relevance of historic and archaeological data.
Demonstrated academic and field experience in the archaeology of the Pacific Northwest.
Skill in applying the National Register of Historic Places criteria for evaluation to historic properties.
Skill in mapping archaeological and ethnographic data in Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Skill in creating, managing, and maintaining GIS-based information systems.
Skill in using software used to create GIS databases and manage data management systems, including Microsoft Access, Adobe Reader, Adobe Pro.
Attention to detail for meticulous record maintenance.
Minimum Qualifications:
Meet the minimum Secretary of the Interior’s professional qualifications in archaeology and qualifications for the Oregon State Natural Resource Specialist 3 classification, including:
Two years of experience in cultural resource management. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a natural resource program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities; AND a Masters degree in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related field.
A Doctorate degree in archaeology, anthropology, or closely related field will substitute for up to one year of the required experience.
Special Requirements:
At least four months of the required experience must be supervised field and analytical experience in general North American archaeology.
Demonstrated ability to successfully complete archaeological surveys and reports based on the results of archaeological field investigations and related research.
Meet the minimum qualifications of a “ qualified archaeologist ” as defined in Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 390.235 and comply with all requirements for permits held.
Comply with the provisions of the federal Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979.
Have a criminal history check and driving record check that meets OPRD criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.
Posses a valid driver’s license at time of hire and throughout employment.
LINK TO OFFICIAL STATE APPLICATION (required):
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Salem--OPRD--Central-Office/Archaeology-Survey-and-Inventory-Coordinator--Natural-Resource-Specialist-3_REQ-68582