Senior Civil Engineering Specialist

Position Description

Seattle Public Utilities has an opportunity for a Senior Civil Engineering Specialist within the Development Services Office (DSO). This position serves on the DSO's Side Sewer Review and Permitting Team, which determines the requirements of and processes permits for new drainage and sanitary side sewer connections. This position reports to the DSO Side Sewer Supervisor.

An online application including response to the supplemental questionnaire must be fully completed for consideration.

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a Community Centered Utility whose mission is to foster healthy people, environment, and economy by partnering with our community to equitably manage water and waste resources for today and future generations. We deliver high quality, vital services, across four major lines of business: providing water, solid waste, drainage and wastewater services for Seattle residents and businesses. In addition, SPU provides drinking water for 1.5 million regional customers in Seattle and other municipalities. Our customers depend on us to deliver high quality, reliable, and cost-conscious utility services and to achieve the highest benefits possible for every investment we make.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), please visit:

• SPU Workplace Expectations (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)
• Strategic Business Plan
• Shape Our Water 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.

Why join us?

About

We know work isn’t only about what you do, it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Hybrid work schedule opportunities.
• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment.
• Generous benefits package.
• Free public transportation options.
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions.
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities.
  
  

Job Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor associate and assistant civil engineering specialists.
• Review applications and issue permits for side sewer repairs and new construction.
• Review plans for sanitary and drainage side sewers for conformance with appliable codes, standards, and policies.
• Review applications for SDCI Preliminary Assessment Reports to determine points of discharge for sanitary and drainage; specify drainage and/or sanitary mainline extensions where required.
• Answer questions sent to the side sewer info email, phone, and Zendesk.
• Answer questions from SPU Side Sewer inspectors.
• Coach and mentor associate and assistant civil engineering specialists.
  
  

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain the complete listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, activities, and work location may change as conditions require.

Qualifications

Experience: Four years’ civil engineering experience.

Education: An Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or two years of college level coursework in engineering and construction technology.

Or: A combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class.

Licenses or Certificates: Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Additional Information

A combination of the following qualifications would be desired, but are not a requirement:

• Understanding of construction practices/principles, engineering practices/principles, regulatory requirements, Utility Operations and Maintenance practices, Project Management, or a combination thereof.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or Asset Management software. Some examples: Outlook, Teams, Visio, Planner, SharePoint, OneDrive, Excel, GIS, and Maximo.
• Reporting Tools: Tableau, Power BI, Excel, or other.
  
  

Workplace Environment/ Physical Demands

• This position works in an office location and may occasionally require field visits to other facilities and project sites.
• Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment.
• Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances and work in or near construction sites.
• May be required to lift over 50 pounds.
• May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.
• Overnight travel may be required.
  
  

This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. Employees will be required to come into the office a minimum of three days per week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their manager.

Application Expectation

A complete online application must include a cover letter, resume, and responses to the supplemental questionnaire for consideration.

The full salary range for this position is $62.79 - $70.35 Hourly.

Who may apply: 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

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Zachary Brown at zach.brown@seattle.gov

Employer

City of Seattle

Address

Seattle Municipal Tower

700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500

Seattle, Washington, 98104

Website

http://www.seattle.gov/jobs | Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at www.seattle.gov/util/and check us out on social media.