Civil/Environmental Engineer-Capital Programs (Environmental Engineer 3) Multiple Locations 03425



Job Details

Civil/Environmental Engineer-Capital Programs (Environmental Engineer 3) Multiple Locations 03425
Employer

State of Washington

Salary

$5,493.00 - $7,209.00 Monthly

Location

Multiple Locations Statewide, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Job Number

2018-03425 EE3

Department

Parks and Recreation Commission

Opening Date

04/05/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

NA

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Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission

AGENCY PROFILE                                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                       
State Parks is governed by a board of seven volunteer citizens appointed by the Governor. Commission members serve staggered six-year terms, setting public policy and guiding the agency. The Washington state park system includes more than 100 developed parks, recreation programs, trails, boating safety and winter recreation.
                 
Our Mission
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission cares for Washington's most treasured lands, waters and historic places. State parks connect all Washingtonians to their diverse natural and cultural heritage and provide memorable recreational and educational experiences that enhance their lives.

Our Vision
Washington's state parks will be cherished destinations with natural, cultural, recreational, artistic and interpretive experiences that all Washingtonians enjoy, appreciate and proudly support.
 
Washington State Parks employs more than 500 permanent staff and more than 350 seasonal and temporary staff throughout the state. The headquarters office is located in Tumwater, and region offices are located in Burlington, East Wenatchee and Tumwater.
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This recruitment will be used to fill five (5) permanent, full-time, Environmental Engineer 3 positions with Northwest, Southwest and Eastern Region Capital Programs. These positions are located in Tumwater (SW), Burlington (NW) and East Wenatchee (Eastern), Washington.

This posting will remain open until filled. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply before April 22, 2018, when a first review of applicants will be completed. The hiring authority reserves the right to fill this position at any time after that date without notice.
 
For more information on Washington State Parks, click here.
 
If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the manager listed in the "Supplemental Information" section of this publication.

Responsibilities

This person represents the agency as a registered Professional Engineer and provides/approves final engineering designs and decisions. This position requires the ability to exercise sound independent professional judgment in making decisions concerning all facets of engineering design, permitting, and construction.

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Responsible for the preparation of engineering reports/studies, constructions drawings, technical specifications and constructions, cost estimates for a wide variety of capital development projects.
  • Acts as Constructions Project Manager, including, but not limited to:
    • Performing construction site inspections
    • Negotiating change orders
    • Preparing contract payments
    • Preparing contract closeout documentation
    • Handling contract dispute claims
  • Provide professional supervision/direction to sub-professional technical staff.
  • Provide various levels of engineering design and plan reviews to ensure compliance with Agency design and drafting standards, acceptable level of quality in the finished product and legal code compliance.
  • Perform Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC), to ensure accuracy of survey and layout data.
  • Negotiate with public entities, regulatory agencies, utilities, and other public and private project stakeholders concerning easements, services, regulatory permitting, and other agreements/requirements.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A Bachelor's degree with a major study in civil and environmental engineering, or related field.
  • Three (3) years of experience in environmental or civil engineering.
  • Registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Washington.
  • A valid driver's unrestricted driver's license (other than corrective lenses).
**Additional experience in civil or environment engineering may substitute year-for-year for two years of education but you must have a minimum of two years of college course work in civil and environmental engineering, or related field.**

DESIRED QUALIFICATION:
  • Previous Supervisory Experience.

Supplemental Information

To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at www.careers.wa.gov. Use reference number 03425 when searching for the job announcement.

You must attach or embed in your application the following:
  • Current Resume.
  • Letter of Interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement.
  • Three professional references.
 
**All requested materials must be submitted. Incomplete or late application materials will not be accepted. Failure to follow application process may disqualify you from further consideration.**
 
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the application questions. Answers will be verified and documentation may be required. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.
 
This position is covered by a union shop provision. Therefore, as a condition of employment, candidates who are appointed are required to become members of the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) and pay dues or as a non-member pay agency shop fee, non-association fee or a representation fee. The union shop provision shall be effective no later than the 30th day following the effective date of the appointment.

Diversity Policy Statement
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is committed to creating an equitable, hospitable, appreciative, safe, and inclusive park environment – one that embraces the full spectrum of all community members' contributions. The Commission makes this commitment because:
  • Diversity strengthens the workforce in competence and ability;
  • Celebrating diversity appreciates and values individual differences;
  • Diversity serves an increasingly heterogeneous society;
  • Diversity helps ensure the relevance of a state park system, its mission, properties, and programs to the people of this state today and in the future; and
  • Diversity is crucial to our ability to serve all citizens.

The Commission encourages and supports staff efforts to reach out to people of all races, national origins, abilities, religions, sexual orientations, veteran status, ages, and genders who use the parks and who live in communities nearby parks. This outreach is to focus on engaging in partnerships that expand programs and services in a way that is meaningful and of value to all people. The Commission is dedicated to offering quality experiences to all visitors through a workforce and volunteer corps that reflects the diversity of Washington State.
 
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission 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 with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902-8565. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
 
For more information about these positions, please contact:

NW Region- Derek Gustafson at Derek.Gustafson@parks.wa.gov or (360) 755-2832.
 
SW Region- Brian Yearout at Brian.Yearout@parks.wa.gov or (360) 725-9763.
 
Eastern Region- Erik Folke at Erik.Folke@parks.wa.gov or (509) 665-4332.
 

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More than Just a Paycheck!
 
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

 
Read about our benefits:
 
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work. Check with the agency human resource office for specific benefit information.

Insurance Benefits
 
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.  There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.  Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.  Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.  To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.
 
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
 
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).  New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.  For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
 
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).  This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
 
Vacation (Annual Leave)
 
You begin accruing vacation starting your first month of employment. Since we value your loyalty, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Vacation accrues for full-time employees per WAC 357-31-165.
 
Holidays
 
Full-time employees are entitled to eleven* paid holidays:
 
HOLIDAY
DATE
 
New Year's Day
January 1
 
Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday
Third Monday in January
 
Presidents' Day
Third Monday in February
 
Memorial Day
Last Monday in May
 
Independence Day
July 4
 
Labor Day
First Monday in September
 
Veterans' Day
November 11
 
Thanksgiving Day
Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after
 
Christmas Day
December 25
 
Personal Holiday
Employee's selection each calendar year

*Employees who are members of certain Unions are entitled to an additional personal leave day of their choice. Please refer to specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
 
Social Security
 
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
 
Sick Leave
 
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Paid sick leave may be used for reasons included in WAC 357-31-130.
 
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information.

01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree with a major study in civil or environmental engineering or a related field?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Please indicate the field of your engineering degree. If this does not apply, enter "N/A".
03
Do you have three (3) or more years of experience in environmental or civil engineering?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Are you registered in the State of Washington as a Professional Engineer (PE)?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Please describe your experience preparing engineering reports, construction drawings, technical specifications, and contract cost estimates for development of projects. The following information is needed: employer and position information which compromised this experience. Additionally, please provide a brief description of the work completed. An incomplete answer, including "please see resume" may remove you from further consideration.
07
Which best describes your experience designing roadways, parking lots, and trails?
  • I have none of this experience.
  • I have 12 months or less of this experience.
  • I have 1 - 2 years of this experience.
  • I have 2 - 5 years of this experience.
  • I have 5 years or more of this experience.
08
Which best describes your experience analyzing and designing potable water systems, wells, treatment facilities, and reservoirs?
  • I have none of this experience.
  • I have 12 months or less of this experience.
  • I have 1 - 2 years of this experience.
  • I have 2 - 5 years of this experience.
  • I have 5 years or more of this experience.
09
Which best describes your experience analyzing and designing sewer systems and pumping stations?
  • I have none of this experience.
  • I have 12 months or less of this experience.
  • I have 1 - 2 years of this experience.
  • I have 2 - 5 years of this experience.
  • I have 5 years or more of this experience.
10
Which best describes your experience designing buildings, retaining walls, piling, marine structures, and other park structures?
  • I have none of this experience.
  • I have 12 months or less of this experience.
  • I have 1 - 2 years of this experience.
  • I have 2 - 5 years of this experience.
  • I have 5 years or more of this experience.
11
Which best describes your professional level experience supervising staff?
  • I have none of this experience.
  • I have 12 months or less of this experience.
  • I have 1 - 2 years of this experience.
  • I have 2 - 5 years of this experience.
  • I have 5 years or more of this experience.
12
Which of the following locations are you applying for and willing to except employment at? (check all that apply)
  • Northwest Region HQ (Burlington, WA)
  • Southwest Region HQ (Tumwater, WA)
  • Eastern Region HQ (East Wenatchee, WA)

* Required Question

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