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Environmental Permits and Program Project Manager 1
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Environmental Permits and Program Project Manager 1
Salary
$71,692.92 - $99,860.40 Annually
Location
WA 99260, WA
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
24-00215
Department
Public Works
Opening Date
09/23/2024
Closing Date
10/7/2024 4:30 PM Pacific
FLSA
Exempt
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Summary
This position works 40 hours per week.
Positions allocated to this class are responsible for providing expertise in environmental laws, policies, and regulations to document, permit, and support Public Works project needs. This position ensures the preservation of the natural environment, as well as the protection of the social and health needs of the human environment. This role requires independent judgment and responsibility to select sound techniques and alternatives. The position plans, coordinates, and leads environmental project activities. Performs professional work employing considerable time management skills to manage multiple high-priority tasks. This position is also responsible for the effective planning and management of consultant contracts, small works, and other specialty projects. Supervision may be a function of positions under this classification. Work is performed with considerable independence under the general direction of the County Engineer, or designee.
WHO MAY APPLY: This recruitment is open to all Spokane County employees in a position covered by the Public Works Guild and all other applicants meeting the minimum requirements.
NOTE: Cover letter and resume are recommended but not required.
TOTAL COMPENSATION: $91,766 - $127,821 annually. Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.
Examples of Duties
Produces, reviews, and edits technical documents for submittal to environmental agencies to receive permits and approvals for projects.
Provides guidance and assistance in areas to include Maintenance, Hazmat, Hydraulics, permitting, design, and construction.
Completes necessary field work for review, design and monitoring necessary for the permitting, reporting or documentation of projects.
Writes environmental project special provisions and specifications.
Scopes, writes, reviews, and edits environmental documentation for NEPA and SEPA disciplines, participates in field reviews and field work, considers needed mitigation for projects, coordinates with permitting agencies.
Develops or supervises the development of environmental project plans.
Performs field and office work to include stream, wetland, fish and wildlife delineation, analysis,, monitoring, maintenance, and documentation.
Writes and reviews various environmental documents, attends project meetings, oversees, or reviews consultant agreements and work product, develops mitigation strategies.
Tracks environmental project commitments and scheduling for multiple Public Works projects.
Responds to requests to represent the county on environmental matters to the public, local jurisdictions, and other agencies.
Leads and facilitates environmental review of external project proposals when Public Works is the lead County permitting agency.
Procures and manages contractor and consultant activities.
Assists in training and mentoring others.
Minimum Requirements
A bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, Engineering, Biology, Planning, Natural Resources, or a closely related field and four (4) years of professional work experience in the environmental field.
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work.
LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Selection Factors
Knowledge of environmental regulations and processes on a federal, state, and local level.
Knowledge of standard procedures and processes used in completion of projects.
Knowledge of environmental design, construction and maintenance practices associated with mitigation sites and roadway elements.
Skilled in communicating effectively both orally and in writing, sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.
Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with key stakeholders.
Skilled in critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Skilled in the use of personal computers and related computer software applications.
Skilled in applying effective customer service techniques.
Skilled in interpersonal, communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
Skilled in planning and organizing.
Ability to plan, assign, schedule, direct and evaluate the work of others.
Ability to research legal documents, codes, and regulations.
Ability to write reports and other documents in a clear and concise manner.
Ability to organize work tasks to complete projects in accordance with established deadlines.
Ability to use sound judgment and work effectively with only general supervision.
Ability to deal with the public in a pleasant, courteous, and calm manner and explain technical materials, when necessary, in an understandable manner.
SPOKANE COUNTY
Employee Benefits Summary
The following is a brief list of benefits available to Spokane County regular employees. Complete information is available from Human Resources Department. This information is subject to change.
PAID TIME OFF
Spokane County Observed Holidays
Up to 10 (ten) paid holidays are observed by Spokane County.
PTO
Non-represented and a select group of represented employees receive a bank of hours that combine both vacation and sick leave into a paid time off bank. There is no waiting period to use this time and it starts out at almost 2 days per month accrual increasing in accrual rates annually for first 5 years.
Vacation
For employees with less than five (5) years of continuous service, the accrual rate is 1 day of vacation each month for a total of 12 days per year. After six (6) months, employees are eligible to take accumulated vacation time. (Please note the vacation time accumulation may vary depending on contract language).
Sick Leave
Sick leave is earned at 1 day per month and can be taken as the days are accumulated.
Other Leaves
Spokane County provides several other paid leaves such as: bereavement leave, jury duty and military duty leave.
INSURANCE BENEFITS
Medical Insurance
Two plans are currently available: Premera Blue Cross (PPO) and Kaiser Permanente (HMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents. Premiums are deducted each pay period (pay periods: 15th and last day of the month).
2024 Rates:
Premera
Employee Only: $38.04 per month
Employee & Spouse: $149.52 per month
Employee & Family: $209.60 per month
Employee & Child(ren): $136.16 per month
Kaiser:
Employee: $35.92 per month
Employee & Spouse: $140.56 per month
Employee & Family: $196.06 per month
Employee & Child(ren): $128.58 per month
Dental Insurance
Two plans are currently available: Delta Dental of Washington (PPO) and Willamette Dental (DMO). Spokane County pays 95% of the premium for full-time employees and 90% of the premiums for spouses and dependents.
2024 Rates:
Delta Dental Willamette Dental
Employee: $5.74 per month Employee: $5.98 per month
Family: $11.48 per month Family: $11.96 per month
Group Life Insurance
The County provides a $25,000 group life insurance policy to employees. The County provides a $10,000 benefit for those represented by 492, 492CS & 492CL. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.
Long Term Disability Coverage
Provides an income protection benefit in the event of a long-term illness or injury at rate of 60% of income up to a maximum of $5,000 per month. Spokane County pays the full premium for this plan. Deputy Sheriff's receive a benefit through their union for disability.
RETIREMENT
Retirement Plan (401a)
Spokane County employees are automatically included in the Washington State Retirement System. Both the employer and the employee contribute to the plan. This retirement plan provides a guaranteed lifetime monthly benefit once vested and eligible for retirement.
Additional Retirement Plan Option (457b)
Employees may supplement their retirement income and save money on taxes by participating in this optional County program. Roth (after-tax) option is also available through this retirement plan.
VOLUNTARY BENEFITS
AFLAC
Supplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay for benefits not covered by major medical insurance. The employee pays 100% of the premium.
Travel Assistance
Provides additional travel protections anytime you travel more than 100 miles from home. Includes pre-trip information, emergency ticket replacement, and emergency evacuation coverage. This benefit is paid in full by Spokane County.
Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
Spokane County sponsors a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account to allow out-of-pocket Medical & Daycare Expenses to be paid with Tax Free Dollars. Premiums are automatically set up pre-tax under the FSA.
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Voluntary Term Life Insurance is additional optional life insurance provided through The Standard Insurance. New employees are guaranteed up to $50,000 for self and $20,000 for a spouse with no medical underwriting needed.
WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS
Employee Assistance Program
Employees and their family members are eligible to receive free counseling. There are also benefits relating to financial and legal concerns.
Reduced Cost Bus Pass Program
Spokane County participates in a program with STA which discounts bus passes to $5 a month.
Wellness Programs
There are opportunities for nearby exercise programs at reduced cost and education programs around wellness themes including financial well-being, nutrition and stress reduction.
Discounts
There are local and national discounts available to Spokane County employees.
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Agency
Spokane County
Address
824 N Adams Spokane, Washington, 99260
Phone
509-477-5750
Website
http://www.spokanecounty.org/employment