Description

About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a Transportation Planning Specialist 3 to serve as an Asbestos Program Specialist in Lacey, WA. This position supports the agency’s commitment to safety and environmental stewardship by implementing the Maintenance Operations Asbestos Program in Olympic Region. As a technical specialist and project team leader, this position works independently or on interdisciplinary teams formed to plan, implement, and evaluate a variety of complex projects and on-going program activities involving the management and control of asbestos-containing materials in WSDOT buildings, bridges, and other structures.
What to Expect
This position typically provides services to customers located throughout WSDOT’s Olympic Region and other locations periodically as needed. Therefore, frequent independent travel in a vehicle is required and is typically local or regional but may periodically be statewide.
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Asbestos Program Specialistwill:

• Independently plan and conduct asbestos surveys/studies of WSDOT buildings, bridges, and other structures in compliance with policies and regulations.
• Input, maintain, and support the utilization of information in the asbestos-containing building material databases (ECM Portal and Asbestos Program network drives)
• Perform periodic re-inspections of facilities to validate accuracy of database information and identify data gaps indicating the need for further studies.
• Perform periodic surveillance of known asbestos-containing material.
• Assist and train database users in database evaluative techniques.
• Provide technical support, training, and recommendations related to identification and management of asbestos-containing materials.

• Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) Building Inspector Initial 24-Hour Certification.
• Class III Operations & Maintenance Asbestos Work Initial 16 Hour Training or ability to obtain within six months of hire.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and drawings using MS Word/Excel and AutoCAD or similar programs.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to various audiences.
• Ability to independently travel statewide extensively up to 50% of work schedule, including occasional overnight stays.
• Ability to work safely at heights from ladders, bucket trucks, roofs, and bridges and in confined spaces such as attics and crawlspaces.
• Ability to work in all types of weather conditions and to traverse over rough terrain.
• Ability to wear a respirator.

• One or more years of experience independently planning and performing asbestos surveys.
• Bachelor’s degree with major study in physical sciences, engineering, or closely related field.
• Asbestos Supervisor Initial 40 Hour Certification.
• Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Initial 40 Hour Certification.
• Experience implementing environmental compliance programs.
• Experience in construction and maintenance of buildings and bridges.

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is eligible for a legislatively approved 10% premium for Asbestos Workers.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• About 50% of work is performed at various buildings, bridges, and other structures completing asbestos surveys. Hazards may include pinching/cuts from tools and sharp building materials, slips/trips/falls, falls from heights and ladders, electrical, flying debris, dust/asbestos, insects, dark work areas, hantavirus, working alone, hostile unauthorized visitors, motor vehicles, extreme weather, sprains/strains, noise, histoplasmosis, confined space, hot equipment.
• Frequent independent travel in a vehicle is required and is typically local or regional but may periodically be statewide and may include overnight stays.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees mayearn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.