Environmental Scientist II

The Road Services Division, Environmental Unit currently seeks to hire a career service, Environmental Scientist II to apply technical and environmental scientific expertise in support of Road Services Division, Maintenance Section and Environmental Unit (EU) plans, policies, programs, and projects.

WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to King County employees and the general public.

King County values diverse perspectives, life experiences, and differences. The Department of Transportation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, and veterans. We are committed to being equitable and fair in providing equal access to opportunities for all.

WORK LOCATION: King Street Center, 201 S. Jackson Street, Seattle, WA 98104

REQUIRED MATERIALS AND APPLICATION PROCESS: A King County application form , responses to supplemental questions , and an attached resume and cover letter detailing your background and describing how you meet the qualifications are required to be considered for this position.

Please note: you must completely fill out the application with your relevant education and work experience; your application may be rejected as incomplete if you include relevant information only on the resume or answer questions with, “See resume.”

SELECTION PROCESS: Applications will be screened for qualifications, clarity and completeness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in an interview.

FOR INFORMATION: If you have any questions regarding this job announcement, please contact Madeline Canning-Kaplan, Senior Human Resources Analyst at 206-477-3721 or email to madeline.canning-kaplan@kingcounty.gov .

Job Duties:

The responsibilities of the Environmental Scientist II position include, but are not limited to:

Collaborating in multi-disciplinary/diverse team environments and working independently on specific tasks/projects/programs, as assigned.

Developing and reviewing technical environmental documents and federal, state, and local permits/approvals in support of projects/programs

Analyzing, interpreting and implementing federal, state, and local regulations and department policies to ensure project/program compliance.

Providing on-site inspection and desktop environmental review for technical reporting documentation and permit/approval requirements.

Providing reviews of complex engineering plans, reports, and specification standards.

Reviewing and developing proposed legislation, community and county plans, private developments, and other agency proposals that may impact the Division.

Developing and negotiating schedules for environmental review processes, impact avoidance methods/designs, and mitigation measures for complex, high-profile, and high-risk projects.

Leading and/or effectively participating in meetings with staff, consultants, and regulatory agencies.

Providing the EU Supervisor with regular progress reports of workload needs and accomplishments

Attending, developing, and assisting in workshops/seminars throughout the year to advance staff knowledge

Maintaining, researching, using measuring and monitoring equipment for on-site work

Providing ongoing, back-up project support for EU staff and management

Performing other duties as assigned

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills:

Minimum of 3 years of progressively more responsible professional experience in the field of environmental science; OR any equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the work

Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations and review processes, plus federal, state, and local permitting and approval processes.

Skill in reading and interpreting engineering plans

Skill in on-site inspection, field note-taking, and data management

Skill in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, and Access; ArcMap; Adobe Acrobat Pro

Strong communication skills both oral and written

Analytical problem solving, and conflict resolution skills

Demonstrated team building skills: ability to lead, collaborate, work, and make decisions in a team environment

Customer service skills, both internally within the Division and with the general public

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Ability to work in harsh field conditions, often in inclement weather

Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and demands

Ability to have predictable and reliable attendance

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Washington State Driver’s License, or the ability to travel throughout the County in a timely manner
Employment will be contingent on the success of a pre-employment physical examination

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Engineering, Planning, Science, Ecology, Fisheries, or any other related field
Certified Erosion & Sediment Control Lead (CESCL)

Supplemental Information:

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