Salary: $41.93 - $53.16 Hourly
Location : Woodinville, WA
Job Type: Special Duty Assignment or Term Limited Temp (TLT)
Job Number: 2024HD21440
Department: DNRP-Natural Resources & Parks
Division: Wastewater Treatment
Opening Date: 04/02/2024
Closing Date: 4/16/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: A2 : SEIU L925-Wastewater
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
Summary

This is a competitive posting, that is open to all qualified candidates. First consideration will be given to S.E.I.U. Wastewater Local 925 employees.
This posting may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates for SDA/TLT positions in the following 6 months.
About the Role:
The Wastewater Process Engineer will be responsible for monitoring and optimizing one or more processes at the Brightwater Treatment Plant. Examples processes include liquids treatment, solids treatment, odor control, gas handling, reclaimed water, and industrial Stormwater. The Wastewater Process Engineer will also support capital project review/implementation, energy and chemical conservation initiatives, and the completion of regulatory tasks and reports. The Wastewater Process Engineer will become an expert on the plant's permits (including the NPDES, Puget Sound Nutrient, Industrial Stormwater, Reclaimed Water, and air permits) and help convey the requirements to plant leadership, operators, and maintenance workers. This role performs all job duties onsite.
About the Team:
Join our team dedicated to ensuring clean water for generations to come! With over 700 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, our agency is at the forefront of environmental stewardship. Success for us means upholding our legacy while promising future generations a pristine environment.
We enforce regulations to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection. We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that services over 2.3 million King County residents. Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to safeguard our precious water resources.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:
King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Process Engineer I you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at
Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits , and growth opportunities.
Job Duties

• Monitor and optimize wastewater treatment unit processes (liquids, solids/biosolids, air emissions, energy recovery, reclaimed water, etc.) and overall plant operations to ensure regulatory compliance and to optimize final product quality (effluent, biosolids, air emissions).
• Assist in troubleshooting unit processes and associated equipment operation, monitoring systems and controls.
• Conduct research and evaluation of special studies and projects to optimize plant processes to ensure maximum performance and cost-effective operation as determined by the supervisor or senior staff.
• Make basic projections of chemical and energy use in plant processes and general plant operations for current and future conditions.
• Prepare and/or review technical reports, project proposals and progress reports as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• Basic knowledge of engineering and/or scientific principles and techniques typically provided through four years of college-level training from an accredited institution OR any combination of education and work experience
• Skill in oral and written communication techniques and principles and to apply this skill to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Skill in working on multiple projects and assignments simultaneously and coordinating among diverse workgroups.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with diverse individuals in varying occupations.
• Computer proficiency in databases and software (Excel, Word, Microsoft software suites such as Teams and Outlook).

Required Licenses:

• Washington State Driver's License

It Would Be Great if You Also Bring:

• Possession of an Engineer-In-Training certificate (EIT) or combination of engineering work experience and/or education equivalent to a 4-year degree.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

• Work Location: Brightwater Treatment Plant 22505 State Route 9 SE, Woodinville, WA 98072
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week with flexible schedules. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by S.E.I.U L925.
• Duration: This recruitment aims to fill a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) position with an anticipated end date of one year after start. If the position is filled by a King County employee who has successfully completed their initial probation, they will be offered the role as a Special Duty Assignment.

Application and Selection Process:
We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.
Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.
To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Optional Resume (will be reviewed if submitted)
• Optional Cover Letter (will be reviewed if submitted)

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.
Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Helen David at
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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 the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?

• Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
• No.

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If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
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Are you a current member of the S.E.I.U. Wastewater Local 925 labor union?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability/willingness to obtain the EIT within 18 months of hire, along with the group 1 WW Certification?

• Yes
• No

Required Question