What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interim Temporary or Out-of-Class (OOC) Solid Waste Development Review Specialist (P&D Spec II) position at City of Seattle?
Seattle Public Utilities’ (SPU) Solid Waste Code and Contracts Compliance group has an exciting opportunity for a planning professional to join a dynamic team to help implement policy and municipal code, and review public and private land use and construction permits to ensure compliance with Land Use and Solid Waste Code for solid waste storage areas, access, and collection.
This position will report to the Solid Waste Development Review Supervisor in the Solid Waste Planning and Program Management Division.
This opportunity is expected to last up to 11 months through June 2027 and is open to all qualified candidates (internal and/or external).
*interim temporary assignments are initially non-benefitted.
About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.6 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.
For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the:- SPU Website
- SPU Workplace Expectation
- Strategic Business Plan
SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.Primary Job Responsibilities for the Solid Waste Development Review Specialist (P&D Spec II):
- Conduct review of architectural plans for proposed buildings, including townhomes, middle housing, multifamily housing, and commercial and industrial developments.
- Analyze site conditions, recommend options, and communicate code and solid waste safety requirements and best practices to applicants of proposed buildings.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for Solid Waste in Seattle Department of Construction & Inspections pre-submittal conferences for new building proposals.
- Host meetings with permit applicants to identify solid waste storage and collection solutions for buildings with challenging conditions.
- Learn about and apply standards from other departments to ensure positive outcomes for solid waste and other critical uses of public streets and alleys.
- Research, write, and edit internal and customer-facing reference guides to clarify requirements and best practices for solid waste storage, access, and collectionfor proposed buildings.
- Write memoranda for the Design Review Boards for proposed buildings to communicate solid waste and land use code requirements.
- Update customer-facing reference and guidance documents to reflect 2025 update to SMC 23.54.040 and 2026 Director’s Rule SW-420 for solid waste storage, access, and collection.
- Design and give presentations about solid waste storage & access requirements to architecture and development firms, internal staff, and Design Review Boards.
Experience: Two (2) years of experience in planning and research related to land use, urban economics, human services, environmental issues, conservation, solid waste management or other work directly related to City planning and development activities;
Education: Bachelor's degree in Planning , Urban Design, Environmental Studies, Public Administration or related field; if no degree two (2) additional years of relevant experience.
Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification, and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements.
Preferred Qualification:- Robust knowledge of solid waste industry norms and practices.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with experience in customer service as it relates to utilities, permitting, or compliance.
- Ability to analyze and interpret architectural plans with a focus on site and solid waste storage & collection plans.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Proficiency learning a variety of software programs.
- A mindset of continual improvement.
- The ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
- The ability to manage projects and various workplan strategies.
In addition to fully completing the online application, we require candidates to attach a current resume and cover letter. Your cover letter should address how your knowledge, skills and experience(s) align with this role.
The full salary range for this position is $49.25 per hour - $57.31 per hour.
Workplace Environment:
This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. City employees will have the option to work remotely two days a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.
Who may apply: All qualified candidates may apply (internal and/or external).
The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and covered family-members/most employees-plans
If you have any questions, please contact Heather Baldwin-Stewart at Heather.BaldwinStewart@seattle.gov.
Salary : $49 - $57