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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

CITY OF SEATTLESeattle Department of Human Resources

Seattle Municipal Tower, 700 5th Avenue, Suite 5400Seattle, WA 98104

206-684-8088http://www.seattle.gov/jobs

Employment Opportunities as of Monday, June 22, 2015

Job # Job Title Job Type Salary Issue Date Filing Date2015-00797 Accounting Technician II Classified Civil Service,

Regular, Full-Time$22.16 - $24.79hourly

06/16/15 06/30/15

Department:Municipal Court of Seattle

Position Description:Seattle Municipal Court’s Accounting group monitors the collection and distribution of $42 million annual revenues from fines, fees, and penalties. This small team is looking for a candidate with strong attention to detail, great problem-solving skills, and outstanding customer service. This position interacts with a diverse group of individuals that include the public, Court staff, judicial officers, attorneys, vendors, and other City of Seattle employees and therefore, we seek someone with who will interact with the public and coworkers in a friendly and professional manner.

At the Seattle Municipal Court, the Honorable C. Kimi Kondo currently serves as the Presiding Judge over 12 judicial officers and 200 staff. The Court adjudicates all misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor crimes, infractions, and civil violations authorized under the Seattle Municipal Code and certain Revised Code of Washington statutes. During 2014, the Court processed approximately 495,000 infractions and approximately 11,000 criminal filings.Job Responsibilities:The following provides an overview of some key responsibilities an Accounting Technician II may perform at the Court:

Accesses and regularly works with sensitive and highly confidential information. Researches and corrects accounting records with third party collection agency. Contacts appropriate parties to resolve checks with insufficient funds. Maintains and accurately updates court docket and customer information via databases in a timely manner. Processes payments for court services performed by witnesses and jurors. Serves as the point of contact for petty cash requests and processing. Prepares previous day’s cash reconciliation report and monthly financial statistics. Maintains regular and punctual attendance, is a team player, and actively participates in meetings and events. Provides back-up support for co-workers’ leaves of absence.

Qualifications:QUALIFICATIONS:You will need to possess the following qualifications (or a combination of education, training, or experience, which provides an equivalent background, required to perform the work of the class):

Two years of accounting or bookkeeping experience (required), which includes processing NSF checks, applying strong analytical and problem solving skills, using sound judgment to make corrective account adjustments, proficiency using


computer databases and Excel, having a positive attitude, effectively communicating with others, providing outstanding customer service, working independently, prioritizing tasks, and learning and understanding procedures.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:In addition to the required qualities mentioned above, the following are desirable qualifications:

Preferred work schedule 7:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. Two plus years of experience reconciling collections accounts. Intermediate proficiency or higher skill level in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access (or similar database software). Proficient at 10-key typing.

TO BE CONSIDERED: Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:

(1) Employment application with all fields completed; please avoid using “see attached resume”, (2) Cover letter indicating how your skills and experiences align with the stated job responsibilities and required qualifications, and (3) Current resume indicating relevant education and experience. Note: The cover letter and resume may be cut and pasted in the resume field of the application or uploaded as attachments to the application.Additional Information:By completing the supplemental questions you are attesting that the information you have provided is true and accurate. The Court will review any information provided in your application package and misstatements or falsification of information will eliminate you from consideration and/or employment if discovered subsequent to selection for a position.

After the closing date, the Court will review all applications. You will receive e-mail notification about your application status a few weeks after the closing date. We anticipate offering the position at the first salary step.

Appointment is subject to passing a background check. New employees must successfully pass the Payment Card Industry training and complete a 12-month probationary period prior to obtaining regular status in this classification. This is a Civil Service position with automatic enrollment into the City’s Retirement Program; see the Benefits tab for more information. This position is covered by Teamster’s Local 763 collective bargaining agreement. As a condition of employment, an employee in this position will be required to pay an amount equivalent to the union dues within 30 days of hire.

For more information on the Seattle Municipal Court, visit www.seattle.gov/courts. For questions about this opportunity, please contact Assistant Personnel Specialist, Jane Park at 206-684-5975.


2015-00760 Accounting Technician II-BU Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

$22.16 - $24.79 hourly

06/16/15 06/30/15

Department:Seattle Department of TransportationPosition Description:Under the direction of the Seattle Department of Transportation's (SDOT) Accounts Receivable Supervisor, this position performs various SDOT Billing and Accounts Receivable functions. Responsible for processing customer billings, posting cash receipts, coordinating collections efforts and responding to customer inquires. This position will work with various city departments (Department of Finance and Administrative Services, Seattle Public Utilities, Seattle City Light, Law, etc.), SDOT division Directors, Managers and IT personnel to resolve billing, collection and technical issues in accordance with established accounting standards (GAAP, GASB, etc.) and citywide policies. Position reports to the Finance & Administration Division’s Accounts Receivable Supervisor and supports departmental goals in promoting diversity, race and social justice efforts.Job Responsibilities:Billing

Process monthly invoices for SDOT permits and inspection fees. Review and audit invoices to ensure accuracy of billing amounts and entries.

Process credit memos as required. Review and audit credit memos to ensure accuracy of credit amount and entries. Print, review, and mail customer statements.

Collection Processing

Work with collection agencies and the City Law department to expedite collections on delinquent accounts in accordance with citywide policies.

Serve as a liaison between SDOT and the collection company for any disputes arising in the collection process.

Daily Cash Deposits Processing

Post payments into Summit Accounts Receivable system. Reconcile, review, verify, and audit all information to ensure accuracy of entries.

Scan payment and supporting documentation for each deposit, and follow procedures for reconciling and routing deposits.

Research and resolve unidentified amounts

New customer setup

Set up new customer accounts and coordinate with permitting system as needed. Review and audit Summit Financial system to ensure accuracy and avoid duplicate customer accounts.

Customer Service

Answer the AR main phone line, check AR voicemail, and log calls received into the phone log. Provide professional and courteous service to internal and external customers. Provide clear and accurate information to customers. Research for customer and general inquiries as needed. Respond promptly to mail requests for copy of invoices and backup billing reports to customers. Follow up to all phone calls, voice messages, and emails from internal and external customers within established


guidelines.

Miscellaneous

Develop an in-depth knowledge of SDOT’s Accounts Receivable, General Ledger and other financial systems and processes, and division policies and procedures.

Provide back-up to other accounting staff as needed. Assist on special projects as requested by Supervisor. Perform other duties of a comparable level/type as assigned. Support department goals in promoting diversity and social justice.

Qualifications:Education/Experience

Requires two years accounting/bookkeeping experience or one year experience as an Accounting Technician I. A combination of education, training, and/or experience that provide an equivalent background required to perform

the work of the class may be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability. Ability to effectively work in a multicultural workplace with a diverse customer base.

Additional Information:

Desired Qualifications

Associate or Bachelor Degree in Accounting. Two years of experience processing billing and accounts receivable. Familiarity with complex accounting systems such as PeopleSoft. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Strong math aptitude. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Good customer service skills. Ability to work as a team member and work independently and efficiently. Ability to multi-task, respond to unanticipated requests and work under pressure within deadlines. Proficient in MS Excel, Word and Access. Multilingual.

How to ApplyThe following items are required to be considered for this position:1. Completed NEO-GOV online (or paper) application.2. Supplemental questionnaire responses.3. A cover letter AND résumé.

Note: Job offer is contingent upon verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process which may include a criminal history background review, reference checks, and driving history review.

To learn more about Seattle Department of Transportation, check out our webpage.

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2015-00796 Administrative Staff Assistant Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

$27.74 - $32.33 hourly

06/16/15 06/30/15

Department:Fire DepartmentPosition Description:The City of Seattle Fire Department is seeking an Administrative Staff Assistant. This position reports to the Assistant Chief of Operations and the Assistant Chief of Resource Management. The Staff Assistant interacts with division heads and external sources on a daily basis dealing with highly confidential, sensitive information. The ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment with changing priorities is essential.

Job Responsibilities:• Provide administrative support and calendar management for the Operations and Resource Management Divisions. Administrative support is provided to two Assistant Chiefs, five Deputy Chiefs, four Battalion Chiefs, two Captains, one Staffing Lieutenant and the Department’s Fleet Manager.• Supervise, train, assign and evaluate the work of two Administrative Specialist II positions.• Track, monitor and manage the travel training budget for 900+ uniform members, authorize expenditures, reimbursements and the preparation of financial reports.• Monitor and review uniform member's overtime following Local 27 and 2898 guidelines, track and assign funding codes to ensure funds are drawn from appropriate source.• Support daily firefighter staffing which includes the scheduling of firefighter vacations, transfers, disability time off and other forms of leaves to ensure minimum staffing is met for each 24-hour shift.• Compose and finalize documents, emails, and memos for labor negotiations, grievances, and public disclosure requests and grant projects.• Maintain files and records, including publications, manuals and rosters used daily by four different work platoons.• Coordinate with Fleet Manager the storage, transfer, and movement of Fire Department apparatus and vehicles.• Solve problems and make reliable decisions within established guidelines, including multiple union contracts, Department Policies and Operating Guidelines. Recognize when issues need to be referred to supervisor/management.• Propose and implement office procedures for the work unit.• Serve as a liaison between the Chiefs and various internal and external divisions/agencies.• Conduct research and data collection for the Operations and Risk Management Divisions.• Conduct computerized database maintenance and generate reports.• Provide support to the Resource Management Center (RMC) for multiple alarm emergencies.• Assist Human Resources with Specialty Team selections, scheduling and correspondence.• Other special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:Requires one year of experience as a Staff Assistant or closely related field with experience in administrative analysis, budget administration or preparation, office management, personnel administration, program administration; and a Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, or another closely related field (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience that provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

• Advanced Outlook, Word and Excel experience.• Supervisory or lead experience.• Experience working in a confidential environment.• Ability to understand a 24-hour, four platoon work schedule.• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and meet demanding timelines.• Attention to detail and accuracy is a key qualification for this position.• Must be able to occasionally work evenings and weekends during special events and major emergencies.• Must be able to work effectively in a diverse workforce.


Additional Information:Desired Qualifications:• Experience working in a paramilitary or public safety environment.• Three years of experience in program administration and/or administrative analysis.


2015-00575 Communications- Strategic Advisor I

Civil Service Exempt, Regular, Part-Time

$34.73 - $52.10 hourly

06/16/15 06/30/15

Department:Seattle Parks and RecreationPosition Description:This job is in the Communications Unit in the Superintendent’s Office of Seattle Parks and Recreation, and works very closely with and under the supervision of the department’s Communications Manager. This position has a high degree of visibility, and works closely with upper-level management, the Mayor’s Office staff, City Council staff and City Councilmembers, as well as Parks employees at all levels of the organization. The work involves handling media relations, day-to-day external and internal communications needs of the department, and anticipating the future communications needs. The position leads the department’s social media efforts, supports Facebook administrators and researches and suggests new social media platforms for Seattle Parks and Recreation.Job Responsibilities:The Communications Strategic Advisor is responsible for handling media relations and day-to-day functions of the Communications Unit. This includes, but is not limited to: • Being the main contact for requests from the media including, TV, radio, print, blogs and other online news sources; writing and distributing press releases

• Responding to requests for information from the public and staff

• Conferring with the Communications Manager on when issues should be elevated to the attention of department management;

• Serving as the department’s lead staff for social media efforts, including overseeing 53 Facebook pages with approximately 36,500 “likes” and a Twitter account with more than 18,400 followers

• Assisting Parks staff with marketing programs and services

• Filling in for the Communications Manager when he/she is unavailable

• Writing, editing and distributing reports, briefing papers, talking points, policies and many other kinds of documents that promote and/or describe the department’s work

Qualifications:Required Qualifications:

The equivalent of a Bachelor of Arts in English, Communications/Journalism, Public Administration, or related field. Four years of experience in communications (including media relations), public information, policy development or strategic planning. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Superior customer service skills and the ability to work collaboratively and courteously within a multicultural workplace and with diverse constituents. Desired Qualifications:

Five years progressive experience in communications/public information, policy development and strategic planning. Experience communicating to internal and external audiences on a variety of significant issues related to priority

programs and services, for the purpose of garnering support, shaping opinions, advocating controversial positions and achieving departmental objectives.

Experience developing recommendations on policy options and program direction.


The ability to analyze and evaluate information for specific program areas to interpret and apply department policies, procedures and regulations.

Experience with problem solving. An ability to teach and gain consensus from colleagues. The ability to change priorities quickly; work well on a team and independently as needed; and work in a large

decentralized organization. A track record of working positively with the community, elected officials, partners, and diverse ethnic neighborhood

and advocacy groups. High standards of personal and professional ethics and integrity. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite. Familiarity with Wordpress blogging software. Driver’s license.

Additional Information:Note: This position is budgeted at part time .75 FTE, but may be required to work up to full time depending on workload.


2015-00800 Customer Response Division Director

Civil Service Exempt, Regular, Full-time

$93,500.64 - $154,261.44 annually

06/17/15 Continuous

Department:Seattle Public UtilitiesPosition Description:Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is one of the region’s most highly respected and innovative public utilities. With an annual budget of over $800 million, SPU is a dynamic and multi-faceted department of the City of Seattle that is committed to the delivery of high quality water supply, essential wastewater, storm water and solid waste services to more than 1.5 million customers in the greater Seattle metropolitan area.

Seattle Public Utilities is seeking a proven leader whose work has demonstrated a commitment to an equitable and effective customer experience to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Joint Utility Contact Center. The Customer Response Division Director ensures the Joint Utility Contact Center is a leader in providing equitable, high quality, low effort customer service in alignment with Seattle City Light (SCL) and Seattle Public Utilities Strategic Business Plans. The Division is committed to an empowered and dedicated workforce that values the voice of the customer. The Customer Response Division is responsible for the timely and courteous resolution of water, sewer, drainage, and solid waste and electric utility service issues in a manner that meets the diverse and unique needs of Seattle City Light and Seattle Public Utilities commercial and residential customers.

In 2014 the Contact Center responded to over 650,000 commercial and residential customer inquiries regarding Seattle Public Utilities and Seattle City Light services. On a daily basis staff responds to 3000 customer calls, in addition to electronic inquires. The position reports directly to the Customer Service Deputy Director

The position is open until filled. Candidates are encouraged to submit their application by Tuesday, July 14, 2015 to be considered in the initial screening process.Job Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and direction to the day-to-day operations of the Joint Utility Contact Center – achieving and sustaining required targets in service level, customer satisfaction, issue resolution, as well as other Contact Center key performance indicators (KPI).

Identifies key issues affecting the Joint Utility Contact Center; develops and implement strategies which increase employee engagement and achieve established service levels. Builds internal relations with Contact Center Supervisors, Customer Service Branch leadership, staff and labor representatives to ensure alignment, accountability, and outcomes on Contact Center operations and initiatives.

Hire, train, coach, develop and retain a diverse and highly effective workforce. Promotes the career growth and development of the Contact Center team by providing training, guidance and mentoring to all levels within the Division.

Ensures the overall quality and productivity of the Contact Center by monitoring productivity levels – identifying opportunities to optimize operational efficiencies and cost controls, developing and implementing changes that will

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improve those efficiencies and the Division’s performance.

Drives continuous improvement of customer service by valuing the voice of the customer. Report on customer concerns and proactively analyze root cause and provide appropriate solutions. Identify opportunities to optimize operational efficiencies by analyzing call trends, customer behavior, and employee skill sets and translating that analysis into solid action plans for improved customer experience.

Develop a “One Team” culture that reflects superb team work where leaders and staff effectively seek out and apply diversity of knowledge and skills.

Champion and facilitate a safe and inclusive workplace that supports employee engagement, innovation and productivity.

Leverage technology to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of the Contact Center. Maintain a technical and business understanding of Contact Center systems.

Maintaining and enhance positive relationships with union representatives, elected officials, customers, and stakeholders and is responsive to complaints, commendation, and inquiries. Supports the City’s commitment to sustainable and affordable utility services and actively promotes the Utility Discount Program to qualified customers. Proactively communicates Utility and City initiatives, operations and projects to Call Center partners, stakeholders, employees and customers.

Responsive to identified customer values, service equity and regulatory compliance in the planning and management of the Contact Center services. Actively ensure that all communities and customer groups have equitable access and service delivery by the Contact Center.

Qualifications:Education: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Communication, Customer Service or a related field.

Experience: A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in customer experience/service or related discipline. A minimum of six years’ experience in leading teams, and end-to-end customer/client management. Experience in supporting customer experience within a utility or public sector agency is preferred.

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evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements.

Essential to the success of the Contact Center is a leader committed to regularly sharing information with staff and stakeholders. We are looking for a leader who can leverage the talents of the organization to provide an effective customer experience for a diverse customer base with varied service needs. The Director must have a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the operations of contact centers as well as contact center best practices and service metrics. This Leader must be able to effectively interact, communicate, lead and work collaboratively with others. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills are required to interact and build trust with a variety of stakeholders, including employees, management, union representatives, Council Members, Mayor, public groups and organizations, as well as other external agencies and government organizations.

Effective management of operations requires significant professional level knowledge and experience with customer service technology (i.e., automatic call distribution, interactive voice recognition, and call/email management tools) as well as knowledge of statistical concepts and their application to drive quality and operational improvement.

Job offers are contingent on review of criminal history as well as verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.

To be considered, please submit your resume and cover letter indicating your interest and current salary by July 14, 2015. Applications received by July 14, 2015 will receive first consideration. This position is open until filled.

Application materials should reflect size and scope of management experience including staffs managed, call center volume managed, programs directed, and significant leadership accomplishments.

Additional Information:At Seattle Public Utilities, our job is to protect the area’s quality of life. We pledge to meet community and environmental needs by:

Maintaining some of the nation’s best drinking water Preventing sewer backups, flooding, and landslides Helping Seattle residents and businesses be recycling leaders Protecting local waterways and the Sound from sewage overflows and polluted stormwater runoff.

We do this while always keeping in mind that we need to spend customers’ money wisely.

Seattle is known as a progressive leader in technology, innovation, and the environment. As an employer, the City of Seattle is a leading local government in environmental stewardship, green building and social justice, making our City what it is today and shaping our future. Our employees play an important role in making this possible.

Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at our web page www.seattle.gov/util/.

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2015-00766 Deputy Director Solid Waste Line of Business


$110,371.68 - $182,136.24 annually

06/15/15 Continuous

Department:Seattle Public UtilitiesPosition Description:

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking a Solid Waste Line of Business Deputy Director who has demonstrated vision and a track record for delivering exceptional outcomes within a large utility with multiple lines of business. The Solid Waste Line of Business (SW-LOB) Deputy Director ensures the work of the Solid Waste Line of Business is aligned with Seattle Public Utilities Strategic Business Plan , is appropriately resourced, represents the best value for customers and identifies opportunities to develop the Solid Waste Line of Business capacity and capabilities.

The Deputy Director is accountable for:

1. The efficient and forward-looking provision of garbage, recycling, and organics collection and processing for Seattle’s residential, multi-family, and commercial solid waste customers.

2. Efficient operation of Seattle’s solid waste transfer stations and management of third-party contracts for waste collection, processing and disposal.

3. Educating customers to encourage composting of yard waste and organics, recycling and garbage reduction.

4. Promoting City livability through clean-up of illegal dumping and street litter in the downtown core.This position reports to the Seattle Public Utilities Director and is accountable for leading the Solid Waste Line of Business consistent with corporate policies, methods, standards and financial plans. The Deputy Director develops and executes strategies and plans (short term and long term) affecting the integrity and resiliency of the Solid Waste Line of Business. The Deputy Director develops, monitors, and updates long-range plans that assist

SPU in forecasting; budgeting; identifying realistic and accurate resource requirements; and workload planning.

The position is open until filled. Candidates are encouraged to submit their application by Tuesday, July 28, 2015 to be considered in the initial screening process.Job Responsibilities:

The efficient and forward looking operation of Seattle’s solid waste transfer stations and management of third-party contracts ensuring reliable waste collection, processing and disposal that meets, or exceeds, SPU service levels and regulatory requirements .

Ensures that the operation of all City solid waste facilities are in compliance with applicable Federal, State, local regulations and standards. Protects the public and the environment from potential harm from closed landfills and the disposal of hazardous materials.

Achievement of Seattle’s objective to recycle 70% of all solid waste citywide by 2022 – sending less garbage to landfills, recognizing cost savings and reducing water and local pollution. Educates customers in methods to reach and maintain compliance with the City’s Solid Waste reduction goals. Directs the monitoring of customer compliance, complaints and changes that affect department code enforcement.

Comprehensive planning that identifies current and anticipated future Line of Business needs to ensure system resiliency to meet operational service levels, regulatory compliance, population growth, development needs and

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environmental impacts.

Developing a “One Team” culture that reflects superb team work where leaders and staff effectively seek out and apply diversity of knowledge and skills.

Financial knowledge and performance for the Line of Business. Management to the Line of Business Capital Improvement Program, Operation budget and rate targets. Allocates Line of Business resources and assures utilization to achieve the best value for SPU customers.

Championing and facilitating a safe and inclusive workplace that supports employee engagement, innovation and productivity.

Maintaining and enhancing positive relationships with elected officials, customers, and stakeholders and is responsive to complaints, commendation, and inquiries. Proactively communicates Line of Business initiatives, operations and projects to SPU partners, stakeholders, employees and customers.

Directing the Continuity of Operations (COOP) planning to insure adequate Line of Business services under a broad range of circumstances including all-hazard emergencies as well as natural, human induced and technological threats and national security emergencies.

Ensuring the Department’s responsiveness to identified customer values, service equity and regulatory compliance in the planning and management of the delivery of Solid Waste Line of Business services. Actively ensures that all communities and customer groups have equitable access, service delivery and ability to use Line of Business services.

Qualifications:Education: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in Business or Public Administration, Civil Engineering, Environmental Studies or a related field.

Experience: A minimum of six (6) years of experience in an executive leadership position managing solid waste contracts, operations and/or programs. A minimum of three years’ experience in the management of a sizable waste collection or recycling program.

A comprehensive knowledge of current solid waste management methods and technologies, including residential and commercial refuse collection, transfer station operations, recycling operation, waste reduction, education and disposal. The understanding of safety regulations, safe work practices and safety equipment is imperative.

A demonstrated commitment to environmental stewardship, public health, regulatory compliance and service equity in the planning and delivery of utility services.

An established reputation as a strong leader who develops mutually respectful relationships, achieves consensus among competing interests and fosters a collaborative approach to problem solving.

Education/Experience Equivalency: Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements.

Job offers are contingent on review of criminal history as well as verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process.


Additional Information:Seattle Public Utilities has three lines of business, which include: drinking water, drainage and wastewater, recycling, organics and garbage pickup services within the City of Seattle. "Our Promise" is to provide efficient and forward-looking utility services that keep Seattle the best place to live.

In 1989 Seattle became one of the first cities in the country to start a citywide recycling program. Recyclables have been prohibited from Seattle's garbage since 2004. Seattle businesses and residents have been composting their food scraps for nearly 10 years. Today, Seattle is a national recycling leader, and diverts more than 400,000 tons of food, yard waste, paper, plastic, glass, cardboard and aluminum from the landfill every year through recycling and composting. Seattle recycles about 60% of its municipal solid waste (MSW) and aims to recycle 70% .

The work of the Solid Waste Line of Business (SW-LOB) includes planning and programming, regulatory compliance, provision of solid waste, organics collection and recycling services for residential, multi-family and commercial customers and the operation and maintenance of two transfer stations.

The Solid Waste Line of Business annual revenues in 2013 exceeded $165M and currently serve over 160,000 residential and 5,000 commercial customers. In 2013 the SW-LOB invested $12.1M in major Capital Improvement Program (CIP) initiatives and the current projected 5-year CIP expenditures exceed $125M. The Solid Waste Line of Business 2014 operations and maintenance budget totaled $174M, which includes costs associated with collection services provided by third-party vendors. Approximately two-thirds of the staff of over 200 professionals, technicians and field workers are represented by labor unions.

Seattle is known as a progressive leader in technology, innovation, and the environment. As an employer, the City of Seattle is a leading local government in environmental stewardship, green building and social justice, making our City what it is today and shaping our future. Our employees play an important role in making this possible.

To be considered, please submit your resume and cover letter indicating your interest and current salary information through the City of Seattle’s Career Center by July 28, 2015. Applications received by July 28, 2015 will receive first consideration. This position is open until filled. Application materials should reflect size and scope of management experience including staffs managed, operating and capital budgets administered, programs directed, and significant leadership accomplishments.

For additional information regarding this opportunity, please contact Pam Inch at [email protected].


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2015-00810 Recreation Attendant Classified Civil Service, Regular, Part-Time

$12.97 - $18.09hourly

06/17/15 06/30/15

Department:Seattle Parks and RecreationPosition Description:Seattle Parks and Recreation seeks dynamic, outgoing individuals with strong people and computer skills to provide outstanding customer service to our patrons. Recreation Attendants are the face and voice of Seattle Parks and Recreation representing the department and City of Seattle in a professional and enthusiastic manner and enforcing Department and City rules and regulations.

Job Responsibilities:Recreation Attendants are assigned 20 to 40 hours a week providing excellent front desk customer service, greeting and interacting with patrons in person and on the phone, answering questions and providing program and facility information. Recreation Attendants frequently use computers and various types of computer software to register customers for programs, book facility rentals, maintain electronic records, communicate through email, etc. Recreation Attendants set up/take down programs, check out recreational equipment, monitor activities in the building and on external playground and park areas, and perform other administrative tasks and recreational program related duties as assigned. You may monitor off-site facilities and programs and transport youth to other program sites using City of Seattle vans.

Qualifications:

First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of employment, a Driver’s License, and the ability to pass a criminal history background check.

Desired Qualifications: Three months experience working in recreational or educational setting; strong desire to serve our community and work with diverse groups of people; outstanding customer service skills, strong computer skills and knowledge, including experience with: Word, Excel, Outlook, and desktop publishing in a Windows environment; and ability to quickly learn new computer skills and software. Experience in busy environments, strong multi-tasking skills, experience answering multi-line phones and taking accurate messages. Strong organizational, oral and written communication, and math skills. Ability to think creatively, use good judgment in problem-solving, and maintain good attendance. Bilingual skills in languages spoken in our community, such as Somali, Vietnamese, Amharic, Spanish, Chinese, Oromo, etc.Additional Information:These positions work evenings, weekends, irregular hours, and/or split shifts.

This Recreation Attendant hiring process will be used to fill regular positions as well as temporary, intermittent positions.


2015-00803 Recruitment and Staffing Advisor


$34.73 - $52.10hourly

06/16/15 07/07/15

Department:Seattle Public UtilitiesPosition Description:Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) depends on a flexible workforce focused on providing efficient and forward-looking utility services to deliver on our "Our Promise" to keep Seattle the best place to live. We are seeking a collaborative professional to join our team in supporting our "Our Promise" and addressing the complex strategic workforce planning issues facing the Utility. The Recruitment and Staffing Advisor acts as an internal strategic consultant on succession and workforce planning by translating workforce analytics into workforce strategy. The Advisor provides high level analysis, expert consultation, strategy development, complex project management and comprehensive implementation in support of Seattle Public Utilities Strategic Business Plan. The Advisor fosters an environment conducive to sustaining change by serving SPU and the City as a collaborative change agent, facilitator, coach, and project manager. The Recruitment and Staffing Advisor serves as a primary project resource for talent management initiatives in support of Seattle Public Utilities Strategic Business Plan and will have a key role in talent assessment and hiring; succession planning; workforce planning and resource management; change management and performance management. The role will develop, implement and monitor ongoing planned versus actual workforce metrics and develop measures to ensure quality workforce and succession plans, as well as define, model and monitor workforce demographics, current and future workforce analytics and hiring. The position reports to the Recruitment and Staffing Manager.

Job Responsibilities:The work of the Recruitment and Staffing Advisor includes:

Facilitating the process designed to identify and articulate workforce strategies and activities to support the objectives of Seattle Public Utilities Strategic Business Plan. Designs and conducts business process reviews and acts as a subject matter expert to provide recommendations for system and process improvements to manage data, facilitate work flow, improve efficiency, and better align the human resource function with business requirements.

Conducts forecasting of talent needs and interfaces with Lines of Business to identify workforce responses to changing business needs and dynamics. Reports key human resource management metrics and maintains an understanding of the implications of these metrics reporting trends, challenges and opportunities for improvement. Facilitates and contributes to the development of methodologies to supply/demand workforce forecasting models.

Serves as an internal strategic consultant on succession and workforce planning and designs/implements applicable metrics and reports to support and drive business objectives. Provides workforce and succession planning analysis and reporting that serves as a catalyst for change by helping leaders and managers make data-driven decisions about their workforce.

Developing and recommending policies related to succession planning, workforce planning, organizational development and hiring critical to insuring a high-performing engaged workforce.

Qualifications:A successful candidate will be committed to applying the principles and practice of human resource management to build








internal capacity to support SPU’s and the City’s strategic objectives. This is a creative and strategic role that requires organizational skills and the ability to work effectively with all employees throughout the Department from executives to field staff. The ability to think conceptually and strategically, while maintaining a results-driven approach is critical to success in this consultative role.

Education: A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in business or public administration, human resource management, industrial/organizational psychology, social sciences or a related field.

Experience: Five years increasingly responsible professional human resource functional experience in business support, staffing and/or workforce planning. Demonstrated work in strategy, process improvement, workflow, benchmarking and/or evaluation of business processes. Strong knowledge of human resources, human resource systems, functional human resource processes and human resource technology solutions is required. Prior experience with re-designing human resource process/operating models and supporting large-scale organization change is preferred.

Certification: Certification as Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) by the Society of Human Resource Management or Senior Human Resource Professional (SPHR) by the HR Certification Institute is preferred.

Education/Experience Equivalency: Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements. Job offers are contingent on review of criminal history as well as verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process. Classification of this position is currently under review and exemption from the Civil Service is pending legislation.Additional Information:Seattle Public Utilities consists of three lines of business: Drinking Water, Drainage and Wastewater, and Solid Waste. Seattle Public Utilities provides more than 1.3 million customers in King County with a reliable water supply, as well as managing essential sewer, garbage, recycling, yard waste, surface water, and engineering services for the community.

Our "Our Promise" to the community is to provide efficient and forward-looking utility services that keep Seattle the best place to live. Seattle is known as a progressive leader in technology, innovation, and the environment.

As an employer, the City of Seattle is a leading local government in environmental stewardship, green building and social justice, making our City what it is today and shaping our future. Our employees play an important role in making this possible.





2015-00805 Sr. IT Project Manager - Temporary

Temporary - Benefit Eligible $36.13 - $54.20hourly

06/17/15 06/30/15

Department:Seattle City LightPosition Description:Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

Do you want to make a difference in your own community? Do you believe that technology has the capability to propel a business forward? Do you have a track record of solid IT delivery and are looking for your next big challenge? Do you crave the excitement of complex problems and delivering innovative solutions on an enterprise-wide scale? The City Light IT Project Management Office is looking for a strong Senior IT Project Manager to work as part of a cross-functional team to deliver IT solutions, ensure strong business alignment, and help implement projects within Seattle City Light’s six-year Strategic Plan.

Information Technology Services Division (ITSD) is currently facing an unprecedented need for project management resources as Seattle City Light (SCL) attempts to move from a distributed model of IT, with multiple instances of redundant software to a more consolidated model of enterprise software. Through SCL’s 6-Year Strategic Plan, there are several projects requested by our Business Customers which are already in the planning stage. One such initiative is the Enterprise Content Management system which is implementing five (5) workflow/repository projects per year starting in 2015. With our current staffing, we cannot take on these projects in addition to the multiple other efforts that are either underway or in the queue. Most of our project efforts require the support of the vendor, their staff and/or system implementers. Having the experience to manage internal/external resources will be important to your success. We need a resource that can pick up complex, integrated projects seeing them through on-time delivery and budget while meeting the customer’s objectives. This position provides project leadership for assigned business areas, utility-wide and/or City department initiative(s) by managing critical, highly complex, cross functional, medium to large-scale projects. Projects will have impacts upon process improvements, cost savings, and/or revenue enhancement for our utility. Assigned projects range in duration from under twelve months but, tend to be multi-year in duration. You will be responsible for the discovery phase of the project by visualizing the process, facilitating the definition phase with clear direction to lead the project through implementation and supporting the project during stabilization and close out. This position will report to the PMO/BA Manager.

Job Responsibilities:• Manages all aspects of assigned projects throughout the project lifecycle from discovery/definition through closure • Creates, adjusts, monitors, and controls project plans and WBS• Estimates and manages project budgets while complying with approved budgets and delivery within budget• Develops and manages performance, scope, schedule, issues, risks, quality and appropriate business measurements • Identifies, organizes, and leads the team in initiating, planning, controlling, executing and closing tasks of the project to produce required deliverables following City Light’s SDLC Methodology, PM Framework and Seattle IT processes• Works with business customers to translate customer requirements into formal agreements such as; Project Charters and Statement and Work • Resolves issues of scope, schedule, resource availability, required resource expertise, and budget • Proven experience with RFP/RFI’s for system solutions, contractors/consultants, and/or system implementers• Capable of vendor management by drafting, negotiating and administrate contract deliverables • Prepares, participates in, and responds to project reviews • Schedules and conducts project meetings such as: Steering Committee, Project Team, Project Sponsor, etc. • Conducts and manages design of projects for a wide range of customers. Examples include; IT Infrastructure, Customer


Service, Energy Delivery, Asset Management, Human Resources, Finance, and Power Production • Provides technical guidance and oversight for the project team • Researches technical capabilities and options, develops options analysis, and provides recommendations for new systems and upgrades to existing development tools, environments, and vendor systems • Complies with O&M and CIP budget requirements to ensure project success and adherence to the project plan and budget • Primary liaison collaborating with all levels from business users through executive management to ensure project success • Serves as facilitator interfacing with user groups, other IT divisions, City departments, and external vendors and contractors

Qualifications:Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Experience: 1. Five+ years as an IT Project Manager 2. Five+ years of experience as part of an IT organization working in an applications and/or technical operations role3. Successful demonstration of implementing projects within the triple constraints4. Project Management experience on multi-million dollar IT and/or technical systems projects5. Experience providing project management on multiple concurrent projects6. Proven leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills7. Strong project management methodology experience: Waterfall, Agile, etc.8. Strong vendor management capabilities; RFP, contract negotiations, SOW management during project execution9. Experience with enterprise applications, COTS, SAAS solutions, complex systems integrations, and Business Intelligence projects10. Proficient to operate in a Widows environment utilizing Outlook, Word, Excel, Lync and PowerPoint11. Expert experience with SharePoint, Microsoft Project, and VisioAdditional Information:Desired Qualifications: 1. Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-faceted, intricate integration, strategic Information Technology projects2. Project Management Institute (PMI) certification or Master’s degree with Project Management specialization3. Working knowledge of Oracle and Microsoft applications and systems4. Experience with content repository, asset management and customer information systems4. Electric Utility experience5. Government experience Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check, which includes criminal history and driving history review.

Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: http://www.seattle.gov/light/.


Promotional Opportunities2015-00802 Accounting Technician III Classified Civil Service,

Regular, Full-Time$24.31 - $27.27 hourly

06/17/15 06/23/15

Department:Seattle City Light

Position Description:Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. The Accounting Technician III (ATIII) position within General Accounting is responsible for administration and coordination of sundry sales billings, cash receipts accounting and monitoring of cash from various sources including working with Banner/CCSS, Summit Accounts Receivable, and SOSO systems. This position is also responsible for related journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, correcting misapplied payments, perform initial collection follow-up for assigned accounts in arrears, and other related. The link of this position to the Department’s Mission aligns with providing low-cost power by performing sundry billings for services provided, maintaining reliable cash receipts records, reconciliations, etc., and efficient processes in support of the General Accounting Unit. General Accounting is responsible for financial accounting and reporting. This position will report to the Accounting Technician Supervisor and will also work closely with the Revenue Senior Accountant.Job Responsibilities:The purpose of the General Accounting Unit is to provide accurate, timely, and quality financial reporting and accounting services to the Department. General Accounting is also responsible for assisting with bond issues, accounting for bonds, accounting for revenues, accounting for power transactions, wholesale power billings, year end closing of the books, independent audit coordination, preparation of several annual reports, and tax administration. Responsibilities include:

Perform assigned sundry sales billings utilizing Summit Billing and maintain related documentation. Search, post and reconcile all incoming cash receipts from various sources on a daily basis including from Department

of Finance and Administration, North Service Center, South Service Center, and over-the-counter (OTC) reports. Prepare and maintain daily Excel schedules used as source documents for preparing monthly journal entries.

Schedules to be reconciled to Summit cash reports. Monitor daily cash receipts and perform research and communication with affected stakeholders to correct errors. Perform daily utilities cash receipts reconciliation for retail electric accounts processed by city Treasury. Identify and research coding for miscellaneous checks received. Coordinate with city Treasury accounting for unaccounted cash receipts. Review and issue billing statements from Summit Accounts Receivable monthly. Perform initial collection follow-up for assigned accounts in arrears Prepare journal entries and related adjustments monthly for cash transactions. Prepare account reconciliations for assigned accounts monthly. Prepare variance analysis for assigned accounts monthly. Covers critical functions for other Accounting Technicians during absences.

Qualifications:Requires three years of previous accounting and/or bookkeeping experience or one year work experience as an Accounting


Technician II (or a combination of education/experience/training which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).Additional Information:Desired Qualifications: BA degree in general business or equivalent. 3 years experience as an Accounting Technician II or equivalent in a large organization. Strong foundation in general accounting principles. Strong experience working with large complex financial, billing, and cash receipt systems, comparable to Summit Accounts Receivable, Summit Billing, and Treasury’s cash receipt systems. Strong experience performing account reconciliations and variance analysis. Demonstrated organizational skills, sense of urgency, ability to work cooperatively with others, team oriented, self-starter, customer service oriented, ability to meet deadlines for competing priorities, work well under pressure, attention to detail, excellent communication skills (verbal and writing) and desire to improve processes. Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check which includes criminal history and driving history review.


http://www.seattle.gov/light/


2015-00799 Aministrative Specialist I Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

$20.62 - $22.97hourly

06/16/15 06/30/15

Department:Finance and Administrative ServicesPosition Description:The Facility Maintenance group operates and maintains over 100 buildings and structures for the City of Seattle, including City Hall, police precincts and fire stations and provides trade services including HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, electrical and painting. The Facility Maintenance Group is currently looking for an Administrative Specialist I to work as part of a team in the Maintenance Control Center (MCC). The MCC performs 24/7 dispatch and resolution, manages the preventative maintenance and work order system, arranges work with support vendors, coordinates with the parts warehouse, analyzes maintenance work performance, and manages IT equipment and vehicles.

Job Responsibilities:

Work as part of a team in the Maintenance Control Center (MCC) which provides administrative support to five crews who maintain approximately 100 City-owned buildings.

Maintain the Section’s information related to equipment, maintenance tasks, materials needed to maintain equipment, and preventative maintenance schedules, and update in the integrated workflow management system.

Create service requests and work orders using integrated workflow management system from calls received, written and on-line work order requests.

Code work orders with correct billing information and route to appropriate shop; match invoices to packing slips for materials received and post charges to the appropriate work order.

Sign-in / sign-out laptop computers used by field staff in the paperless work order environment. Maintain inventory of building access keys and database listing to whom keys are assigned. Provide reception backup, image documents, route plans and drawings for review. Contact vendors for work to be completed, handle move/add/change telephone orders for the section. Perform other miscellaneous clerical duties, and provide assistance to the Analyst on special projects.

Qualifications:

One year of office clerical support experience required (or a combination of education, training, and/or experience). Good organizational skills, self-motivated, ability to work on multiple tasks with deadlines while handling

interruptions. Ability to work well under pressure. Excellent telephone, oral, and written communications. Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Additional Information:Desired Skills and Knowledge:

General accounting experience. Experience using City of Seattle Summit queries or reports. Experience in the field of facilities and/or maintenance. Experience using MS-Access or other relational database to build databases and queries. Valid WA Driver's License.


2015-00791 Carpenter Apprentice Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

$20.66 - $29.29hourly

06/15/15 06/30/15

Department:Seattle Parks and RecreationPosition Description:This is a four (4) year entry level apprenticeship program which provides a structure to achieve the knowledge and job experience to qualify for a journey-level position. Apprentices will be required to learn all aspects of the journey-level position which will include working at heights, on scaffolding, and in confined spaces. Apprentices will assist in a series of on-the-job projects designed to educate and develop journey-level expertise in each of the significant skill block categories of the trade. This includes (but is not limited to) comprehensive skills, knowledge of safe work practices, use of basic hand and power tools, concrete form work, framing, roofing, exterior and interior finish work, and interior systems work. As the apprentices level of experience increases so will the levels of responsibility. Formal supplemental training will take place in the classroom with personal studying time and a broad exposure to departmental training (On the Job Training).


• Must be a minimum of 18 years old.• Strong math skills, especially in geometry and algebra.• Proven ability to safely work with hand and power tools• Experienced with physically demanding work• Ability to work in a shop environment• A current, valid Washington State Driver’s License and a five year Driver’s Abstract.• Must be able to pass union and schooling requirements.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Required to stand, walk, bend or work in cramped areas for extended periods of time. Frequently required to lift objects in excess of 50 pounds. Required to handle or work with/around toxic or potentially hazardous substances, and high voltage. Required to work outdoors in all types of weather. Requires working at heights from ladders and scaffolds.

Desired Qualifications:

The most successful candidate will:

Have a High School Diploma or GED certificate Be a self-starter with strong communication and customer service skills Have excellent attention to detail Possess a willingness to work both independently and as a team member in a high volume unit, Have some mechanical skills and/or training, Have at least one year of experience working with hand tools, Have strong math skills Have the ability to take direction and accept feedback from a variety of journey level workers


Possess a willingness to work in an adverse environment Be adept in conflict management and problem solving A proven track record of safety.

The successful candidate must be willing and able to make a four (4) year commitment to this apprenticeship program, which may include at least 4 hours per week of supplemental training and homework during non work hours.

Additional Information:Note: Apprentice pay increases will be based upon specified percentages, acquired skills, and class and job training evaluations.


2015-00781 Civil Engineering Specialist,Asst I - Temporary

Temporary - Non-Benefit Eligible

$25.74 - $29.94hourly

06/15/15 06/30/15

Department:Seattle Public UtilitiesPosition Description:Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) provides a reliable water supply to more than 1.3 million customers in the Seattle metropolitan area, essential sewer, drainage, wastewater, solid waste and engineering services that safeguard public health, maintain the city's infrastructure and protect, conserve and enhance the region's environmental resources.

SPU is seeking one temporary Assistant Civil Engineering Specialist to support the operations of SPU's real-time GPS network and to support surveying and as-built CAD drafting. The GPS network (Virtual Base) is a regional cooperative administered by SPU. This temporary assignment will work under the supervision of senior staff in the Land Survey and Technical Resources Section of the Project Delivery Branch.

This is a temporary assignment, approved for not more than 11 months (24 pay periods).


Assist in operation of the GPS Network central processing software to include troubleshooting customer support, installation of updates, reference coordinate generation and field quality monitoring.

Perform detailed computer-aided drafting of drawings and maps including base maps, quarter section maps, cross sections, topographical maps, contract plans, as-built drawings, sketches, and graphs. Make right-of-way and alignment calculations. Update existing maps and drawings.

Assist in field surveys in support of capital improvement project design and as-built activities, structural integrity monitoring, and geodetic control establishment.

Visit work sites to inspect, monitor, survey, or verify information for construction and civil engineering-related projects and facilities.

Assist in the filing, scanning, data entry, and retrieval of engineering records.

Qualifications:Education: Requires an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or two years of college level coursework i engineering and construction technology (or a combination of education and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work required.

Equivalencies: Combinations of education and/or experience which provide preparation to assist in civil engineering/surveying work will be considered on a case-by-case basis.


Most work is performed in a City work/office environment Field assignments may entail exposure to all kinds of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances 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 May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends and/or holidays Overnight travel may be required


Licensing and Other Requirements:

This temporary assignment requires a Washington State driver's license The successful applicant will be required to provide a complete driver's record as a condition of employment

The successful applicant may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical as a condition of employment

Additional Information:Desired Qualifications:

LSIT Certification in the State of Washington CAD experience An emphasis on surveying and mapping Ability to communicate and work effectively within a multi-cultural workforce serving a diverse customer base


2015-00794 Electrical Inspector Supervisor Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

$40.68 - $47.25 hourly

06/15/15 06/29/15

Department:Department of Planning and DevelopmentPosition Description:The Department of Planning and Development is seeking an Electrical Inspector Supervisor to serve as a key member of the Electrical Inspection team. This position reports to the Electrical Inspections Manager.


The position will provide leadership and supervision of staff performing electrical plan review and special project inspections, such as light rail, large campus, and industrial projects. Establish and clarify duties, responsibilities and performance expectations for subordinate staff; and provide training, coaching, and evaluation of assigned staff. Investigate and resolve field inspection problems and complaints. Perform other duties as directed by the program manager.

Electrical supervisors exercise independent judgment and engage in interpretation of codes, policies, and precedents in a manner consistent with the goals of the City’s electrical inspection program. The work requires cooperation with various governmental agencies, architects, engineers, contractors and others to resolve highly technical and complex electrical safety compliance situations.

The position requires expert knowledge of national, state and City of Seattle electrical codes, rules, and program policies. Practical experience with current electrical installation methods, techniques and procedures in highly complex and potentially very hazardous settings; and a history of encouraging good industrial safety practices.

Qualifications:The work requires two years of experience equivalent to the Electrical Inspector, Senior (Expert) level and training in the principles and practices of supervision.

• Two years experience equivalent to the Electrical Inspector, Senior (Expert) level• Training in the principles and practices of supervision. • Certification as Journey Electrician in the State of Washington.• Current Washington State driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Additional Information:Successful candidates will have the ability to work in a high performance, team-oriented, fast-paced work environment. The position requires an individual to have strong verbal and written communication skills; skills in developing and implementing policy; analyzing and designing operational process improvements; and developing performance measures to produce desired outcomes. Exemplary attendance and being a self-starter are essential characteristics for this position. Previous supervisory experience and above average computer skills are preferred.


2015-00792 Electrician Apprentice Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

$22.85 - $32.40 hourly

06/15/15 06/30/15

Department:Seattle Parks and RecreationPosition Description:Primary Duties: This is a four (4) year entry level apprenticeship program which provides a structure to achieve the knowledge and job experience to qualify for a journey-level position. Apprentices will be required to learn all aspects of the journey-level position which will include working at heights, on ladders, boom trucks and in confined spaces. Apprentices assist in a series of on-the-job projects designed to educate and develop journey-level expertise in each of the significant categories of the trade. This includes (but is not limited to) comprehensive skills, knowledge of safe work practices, use of basic hand and power tools, diagnosing and repairing malfunctions in electrical equipment, installing light fixtures, power outlets, heaters, rewiring existing electrical installations, and installing temporary power systems for special events. As the apprentices level of experience increases so will the levels of responsibility. Formal supplemental training will take place in the classroom with personal studying time and a broad exposure to departmental training (On the Job Training).


Must be a minimum of 18 years old. Strong math skills, especially in geometry and algebra. Proven ability to safely work with hand and power tools Experienced with physically demanding work Ability to work in a shop environment A current, valid Washington State Driver’s License and a five year Driver’s Abstract. Must be able to pass union and schooling requirements.


Works occasionally with electrically energized lines when power cannot be disconnected. Works at heights with ladders, boom trucks or on catwalks. May be required to stand, lift and manipulate objects weighing it excess of 50 pounds, bend, walk or crawl for long

periods or work in confining work spaces. May require handling or working with toxic and/or hazardous substances.



Have a High School Diploma or GED certificate. Be a self-starter with strong communication and customer service skills Have attention to detail Possess a willingness to work both independently and as a team member in a high volume unit, Have some mechanical skills and/or training,


Have at least one year of experience working with hand tools, Have strong math skills Have the ability to take direction and accept feedback from a variety of journey level workers Possess a willingness to work in an adverse environment Be adept in conflict management and problem solving A proven track record of safety.



Note: Apprentice pay increases will be based upon specified percentages, acquired skills, and class and job training evaluations.


2015-00779 Human Resources Supervisor Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

$38.38 - $44.70hourly

06/15/15 06/23/15

Department:Human Services DepartmentPosition Description:

**This position is for City of Seattle employees only**

The Seattle Human Services Department’s (HSD) Human Resources Supervisor serves a pivotal role in helping HSD effectively meet its strategic leadership and employee relations objectives, and is responsible for supporting the employee relations, labor relations, risk assessment, compliance and human resources operations functions within the Department. This position acts as a highly influential and trusted advisor to all levels of management to resolve routine to complex employee relations issues in support of HSD’s strategic and operational objectives. Reporting to the Human Resources Director, the Human Resources Supervisor performs complex professional, technical and administrative human resources work in the areas of employee relations, collective bargaining agreements research, EEO, ADA, Title VII compliance, medical leave administration (FML) and labor relations; as well as provides supervision for the human resources business unit’s operations support functions.Job Responsibilities:

Leadership• Demonstrate expertise, credibility and effective partnering to help management and staff identify, evaluate, research, investigate, analyze and resolve complex problems or sensitive issues.• Identify resources and practical solutions, advising on best practices; think creatively in considering new options, be open to new ideas to resolve issues, and act proactively when possible.• Ensure that staff understand their roles/work products and champion positive change by creating an environment that promotes employee innovation.• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, managers, colleagues, bargaining unit representatives and the general public.• Act as backup to the Human Resources Director in his/her absence.

Supervision• Supervise assigned staff, including setting work priorities, planning, organizing, assigning, advising, assisting, motivating and training as necessary. • Evaluate the work of assigned staff and participate in the selection of new employees, including making recommendations regarding hiring, discipline, transfer and termination.• Provide timely, effective, objective, fair and constructive feedback.• Recommend and implement process improvements within the Human Resources Unit.• Research best practices and emerging thought leadership.Employee and Labor Relations:• Provide consultation to supervisors, managers and directors in resolving complex human resources issues/problems; assist in the resolution of complaints and grievances; investigate and analyze situations and evaluate information to make recommendations on resolution.• Conduct pre-disciplinary and pre-termination hearings, and participate in grievance hearings.• Monitor and oversee employee applications for ADA and FML issues; ensure compliance and review applications to determine eligibility; correspond with physicians to request completion of forms and advise employees and supervisors of the procedures; provide guidance to supervisors and managers as to the requirements and liabilities.• Research best practices and emerging thought leadership.• Be highly organized and detail-oriented, meet or exceed deadlines regularly and keep tabs on multiple assignments simultaneously.


Human Resources Administration• Analyze and research alternatives, and recommend improvements to existing human resources policies, procedures, equipment and operating systems.• Partner in the design and execution of HSD’s communication strategy to establish awareness and build commitment to personal and professional development across the organization.• Track and report work activities, response time and quality of output; manage tracking of all employee relations and compliance processes and prepare monthly metrics.• Maintain technical and human resources job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional publications; maintain quality service by following organization standards.• Update processes and procedure documentation for this job assignment and perform related special projects as assigned.Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications: A baccalaureate degree in social sciences, human resource management or related field and three years of progressively responsible professional personnel administration experience in the public sector arc required (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Additional Information:Desired Qualifications:•Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (Human Resources, Business or Communications), or equivalent work experience in a public sector human resources environment. Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification preferred.• Five plus years human resources generalist and/or employee relations-related business experience, consulting on moderate to complex level employee relations issues.• Must possess well developed conflict resolution, problem-solving and organizational skills.• Experience mentoring and/or leading others and excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate sensitive and confidential matters effectively to all levels of management.• Combinations of appropriate education, training, certification and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements.


2015-00786 Management Systems Analyst Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

$31.72 - $36.95 hourly

06/16/15 06/30/15

Department:Seattle Parks and RecreationPosition Description:Position Description:The Seattle Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to support implementation and operation of an Asset Management and Work Order System. This position will initially report to the Project Manager during the system implementation, and will move to the Parks Division or the Planning Design and Development division upon the system transfer to operations.Job Responsibilities:Job Responsibilities:Operate the Asset Management Work Order system. Perform administrative and configuration tasks on a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) system procured by the Parks Department. Using the new system, apply management and systems analysis techniques to the solution of problems such as budget preparation, equipment and staff utilization, facility layout, mapping, workload forecasting and scheduling, work methods, procedures, priorities and organizational structure.~~Provide analysis, system fix solutions, reports, and training as needed for executives, managers, and field staff. Look for data systems integration opportunities with Summit, HRIS, GIS, Project Control Center, and other data systems or databases that will provide an improved management information system. Create reports on the system performance, work management, level of service, and asset condition.

Coordinate between Parks Division and Planning and Development Division to provide systems and/or reporting solutions for the Department related to planning and implementing its capital improvement program, asset management, and asset inventory. Develop work plans for scheduled asset inventory, assessment, and maintenance planning. Collect data, perform condition assessments, and prepare reports on assets. Facilitate access by department staff to asset condition and maintenance information.

Support field staff through organizational and technological changes with training and other material. Analyze the training needs of users, develop training plans and manuals. Provide recurring and ongoing trainings, engagement, and communication with managers, crew chiefs, crew leaders, Landscape Architects, Engineers, and Project Managers, front line and field staff that utilize the system and associated technological devices.

Analyze and evaluate how the various work units are served by the new Asset Management Work Order System, and recommend or implement actions to address the needs of these work units. Assess participation and compliance with system use for primary users such as Shops staff and Parks Resources staff. Develop strategies, plans, and workflows for maintaining strong system support within the department and for requiring all asset and maintenance work to be managed using the new Asset Management Work Order system.

Coordinate the management of mobile devices and other systems that are needed to fully implement the Asset Management Work Order system. Work with department IT staff to meet maintenance, repair, and replacement needs of mobile devices. Recommend best management practices regarding the use of mobile devices and associated software or applications. Provide guidance and training with the Asset Management and Work Order system software on mobile devices in the field.

Qualifications:Required Qualifications:Requires two years in systems, operational, procedures, research or analysis and a Bachelor's degree in business or public


administration, finance, computer science, geography, or a related field (or a combination of education, training and/or experience that provides an equivalent background required to performs the work of the class).

Desired Qualifications:Strong knowledge of database development, GIS Systems, and business best-practices serving users of technical systems.•Information Technology experience including systems development lifecycle.Additional Information:Work Environment/Physical Demand:Work is performed in an office environment with some field work is required to measure and document assets at parks and park facilities.

License, Certification and Other Requirements:A valid Washington State Driver’s License


2015-00804 OOC Accountant Out of Class Assignment - Citywide

$27.02 - $31.48 hourly

06/17/15 06/23/15

Department:Seattle City LightPosition Description:This position works with the General Accounting Power Team, Accounting Division, at Seattle City Light (SCL), a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. This position will report to the Power Senior Accountant and the General Accounting Manager. This position will be responsible for performing professional accounting services in support of financial statements including: perform wholesale power marketing billing and payment process during first 10 days of the month and related administration; account for power transactions and power contracts; perform power related account reconciliations; perform power variance analysis and research; prepare monthly power journal entries; perform annual recurring journals during January; prepare monthly power cash flows report; assist with annual audit; assist with monthly accounting closing; assist with preparation of financial statements and related supporting schedules; prepare power annual report schedules; and other as assigned.

This position may last up to 3 years.


Perform wholesale power marketing billing and payment process during first 10 days of the month and related administration

Account for power transactions and power contracts Perform power related account reconciliations Perform power variance analysis and research Prepare monthly power journal entries Perform annual recurring journals during January Prepare monthly power cash flows report Assist with annual audit Assist with monthly accounting closing Assist with preparation of financial statements and related supporting schedules Prepare power annual report schedules Collect and analyze data to determine appropriate treatment of data and transactions. Performs complex analysis to provide management with meaningful information. Research, document, and assists with implementation of accounting and regulatory standards, accounting policies,

and advise on their applicability to power transactions. Other as assigned

Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).Additional Information: Desired Qualifications:

CPA with active license Strong background in General Ledger and power accounting experience


Demonstrated experience in use of large scale information systems including PeopleSoft (Summit), skilled user of Excel spreadsheets, experience in utility industry or similar organization.

Strong experience in researching and implementing GAAP, including GASB or FASB standards, as well as industry-specific regulatory requirements (FERC).

Strong analytical skills Strong communication skills Self-starter and ability to meet deadlines Strong project management skills

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check which includes criminal history and driving history review.




2015-00808 OOC Electrical Engineer, Assistant I

Out of Class Assignment - Department Only

$29.05 - $31.41 hourly

06/18/15 06/23/15


City Light is looking for an Out-of-Class Assistant Electrical Engineer to perform entry-level professional electrical engineering work in the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of municipal public works, utilities and service projects.

The incumbent will support the Services area of the Distribution Engineering Units. The Assistant will also work with staff on high visibility projects such as the Alaskan Way Viaduct, North Downtown Portals, South Lake Union, Sound Transit, First Hill and customer-driven projects. The incumbent in this position will report to a supervising principal of Distribution Engineering, Services.Job Responsibilities:• Performs detail design work for equipment installation, station construction or facility projects. • Performs pencil, ink or computer-aided drafting, as well as necessary computations, in the preparation of preliminary and final plans, schematics, wire diagrams and drawings of the electrical features of varied facilities such as power plants, substations, transmission and distribution systems, and related electrical systems. • Designs, plans and determines requirements for the installation, maintenance, restoration and/or relocation of routine distribution/transmission and overhead and underground primary and secondary electrical services. • Recommends preliminary and long-range plans, estimates, budgets, material requirements, final plans, specifications, work orders, instructions, and agreements.• Reviews final plans, specifications, special conditions and agreements and coordinates the work of electrical contractors, affected public agencies, and crews. • Assists in selection, procurement, installation, testing, acceptance, operation and maintenance of electrical power, lighting, communications, signal and control facilities and appurtenances. • Provides instructions to field crews and answers questions concerning design issues. • Monitors progress of construction projects. • Prepares progress and final reports and estimates. • Conducts tests of electrical equipment and materials to determine performance and efficiency. • Develops and updates computer analysis programs or tracking systems for appropriate projects. • Surveys sites, recommends design needs or identifies problems and recommends the location of equipment. • Participates in presentations, special projects and assignments as directed. • Performs other duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.

Qualifications:Education: Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering; or other combinations of education and/or experience which provides preparation to do professional electrical engineering work.

Work Environment:• Field assignments may entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous or toxic substances, high voltage energized equipment, and work in or near construction sites. Work in underground utility facilities will require climbing ladders.


• May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time.• May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends or holidays.• Overnight travel may be required.

Certification/License: Current Washington State driver's license or equivalent mobility.Additional Information:Desired Qualifications: • Computer skills such as AutoCAD, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and Windows.• Ability to write clear, understandable and professional letters, memos and reports.• Excellent verbal communications skills.• Ability to adapt to shifting and multiple priorities.• Ability to work as a team member in a diverse workforce. • Knowledge of SCL infrastructure, construction specification and work practices. • Familiarity with National Electric Code (NEC), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and State regulations.• Knowledge of overhead and underground electrical distribution design and/or other related electrical service work.• Possess a Fundamentals of Engineering (formerly EIT) certificate.


2015-00807 OOC Electrical Engineer, Associate


$35.65 - $41.60 hourly

06/17/15 06/30/15


City Light is looking for three OOC Associate Electrical Engineers to join our team of professional engineers in Distribution Engineering at the North and South Service Centers. These positions require a working knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of electrical engineering, including the methods, materials, equipment and techniques used in electrical engineering; and working knowledge and ability to perform electrical engineering design, drafting, mapping and computations, as well as to read and interpret plans, specifications, property descriptions, construction schedules, contracts and other construction documents.

The OOC incumbents in these positions may serve as a project engineer/coordinator and perform difficult and complex electrical engineering assignments, coordinate and review consultant work products and recommend approval of contract change orders and payments.

This position will report to a Supervising Principal Engineer in the North & South Service Centers.Job Responsibilities:• Designs, plans and determines requirements for the installation, maintenance, restoration and/or relocation of distribution and overhead and underground primary and secondary electrical services.• Designs equipment installation.• Prepares drawings of plans and details manually or with computer-aided drafting and design applications.• Provides instructions to field crews and answers questions concerning design issues.• Monitors progress of construction projects.• Serves as project engineer on projects in the installation, operation and maintenance of electrical power and lighting facilities.• Prepares preliminary and long-range plans, estimates, work orders and instructions, operating and maintenance instructions.• Reviews final plans, specifications, special conditions and agreements and coordinates the work of electrical contractors, affected public agencies, and crews.• Oversees selection, procurement, installation, testing, acceptance, operation and maintenance of electrical power and lighting facilities.• Coordinates and reviews the work submitted by consultants and manufacturers on construction, fabrication, installation and modifications of electrical systems. Prepares progress and final reports and estimates.

Qualifications:Education:A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or other combinations of education and/or experience which provides preparation to do professional electrical engineering work.

Experience:Requires three years of professional electrical engineering experience. Work Environment:


Field assignments may entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous or toxic substances, high voltage energized equipment, and work in or near construction sites. Work in underground utility facilities will require climbing ladders. May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends or holidays.

Certification/License: Current Washington State driver's license or equivalent mobility.Additional Information:Desired Qualifications:• Experience managing projects related to electric utility distribution engineering design and construction.• Computer skills such as AutoCAD, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook and Windows.• Ability to write clear, understandable and professional letters, memos and reports.• Ability to give presentations to professional staff, management and government agencies.• Excellent verbal communications skills.• Ability to adapt to shifting and multiple priorities.• Ability to work as a team member in a diverse workforce. • Knowledge of SCL infrastructure, construction specification and work practices. • Familiarity with National Electric Code (NEC), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and State regulations.• Knowledge of overhead and underground electrical distribution design and/or other related electrical service work.• Familiarity with underground civil distribution engineering design.• Possess a Fundamentals of Engineering (formerly EIT) certificate.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process.



2015-00789 OOC Electrical Power Systems Engineer, Principal

Out of Class Assignment - Citywide

$48.53 - $56.98 hourly

06/15/15 06/30/15


We are seeking a dynamic and effective Electrical Power System Engineer, Principal to join the Joint Use Engineering Team in a working supervisor capacity for a period of up to 12 months. This position could supervise up to eight Assistant and Associate Engineers who are involved with planning, designing, construction, operation and maintenance of Distribution Systems. The selected candidate must be a team leader who is motivated and interested in mentoring engineers, problem solving, scheduling and monitoring their daily activities, oversee work order production, maintain performance metrics as well as manage third-party attachments to Seattle City Light poles.

Joint Use is responsible for evaluating, designing, approving and monitoring of attachments by third parties on SCL utility poles. We ensure their adherence to NESC code, SCL Construction guidelines and SCL Material Standards.

This position will report to the Joint Use and Streetlight Engineering Manager.

Job Responsibilities:Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Supervises the preparation and completion of complex, detailed drawings and designs, estimates, material lists and structural analysis required by all make ready work for pole attachment requests and wireless site construction/modification. • Ensures that projects are prioritized and designed properly and promptly and that appropriate design guidelines and sound engineering principles are used. • Performs field visits to evaluate quality of engineering designs by assigned staff, verify compliance with instructions and safety codes and responds to inquiries and problems from crews, customers and contractors. • Oversees the revision and update of transformer load reports, pole loading analysis, City Light Standards as well as other management information reports.• Participates on engineering panels and Standards committee • Reviews and approves construction packages, including drawings that require PE endorsement. Identifies areas of need and provides training as required. Serves as a mentor to subordinate Electrical Engineers, providing guidance and support. Coach non-engineers about electrical design and safety. • Participate in the selection, hiring and performance appraisal of subordinates and performs other personnel/administrative tasks including schedules and approval of timesheets. • Proactive in enforcing established safety policies, regulations and terms contained in bargaining agreements.• Work closely and cohesively with engineering support supervisor, project managers and unit manager to establish priorities, budgets, schedules. Manages O&M and Capital budget development and execution.• Completes special projects as assigned by the unit manager.

Qualifications:Education: Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

Experience: This position is only open to those who are currently an Electrical Power System Engineer and who can demonstrate their strong supervisory, lead or project qualities and possess excellent interpersonal skills.


Six years of professional Electrical System Engineering equivalent to the electrical power system engineer and two additional years supervisory, lead or project management experience is required to be a supervising Principal Electrical Power Systems Engineer. To perform the technical expert work of this classification requires an additional two years advanced experience with defining, interpreting and organizing major system-wide transmission or distribution projects that involve multiple jurisdictions and complex engineering circumstances.

For field assignments, incumbent must be willing and able to work in all types of weather and in or near construction sites where there will be exposure to traffic, hazardous or toxic substances, and high voltage energized equipment. May be required to work nights, evenings, weekends or holidays.

Certification/License: Washington registration as a Professional Engineer and State of Washington Driver’s License or equivalent mobility.

Additional Information:Desired Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of electrical engineering and experience in any of the following disciplines:

• Transmission, Planning, Substations or Distribution Engineering.• Experience coordinating construction crews.• Project management skills.• Experience with Capital Improvement Projects, including monitoring and administering contracts.• Experience with supervision in an engineering environment, including personnel issues such as selection, training and conflict management. • Knowledge of underground and overhead electrical design and experience as a lead for engineering and technical employees.• Computer skills such as AutoCAD, SPIDACalc, ikeGPS/Mapsight, WAMS, Microsoft Office Suite. • Knowledge of SCL Construction Standards and National Electrical Safety Code.• Excellent interpersonal, technical writing and oral communication skills.• Ability to handle shifting and multiple priorities and to work as a team member in a diverse work force. • Willingness to learn and accept responsibility, comply with safety rules and regulations, work efficiently, effectively and independently.




2015-00814 Out-of-Class Police Data Technician


$22.87 - $25.51 hourly

06/19/15 07/07/15

Department:Seattle Police DepartmentPosition Description:Interpret, enter, maintain and transcribe various reports and information generated from Police personnel and the courts into different computer systems (Police, State and Federal). Disseminate confidential information to Department Units and other law enforcement agencies.

This is an Out-of-Class assignment open to current, regular Seattle Police Department employees only. There are four positions available and they are expected to last a minimum of six months. These positions report to the Data Center Supervisors.

Job Responsibilities:Accurately evaluate, enter and transcribe confidential incident reports into the Police Records Management System and review or modify entries as needed. Review and verify accuracy of Police reports, copy and distribute paperwork to appropriate criminal investigation units and other law enforcement agencies. Disseminate information received over the national teletype system to appropriate Police personnel. Accurately enter records into the state and national data bases, maintain accuracy of entered records and verify records for Department and other law enforcement agencies. Receive, sort, time stamp and distribute all incoming documents and mail. Assist Department employees, other law enforcement personnel and occasionally the public in person, by telephone or via teletype.Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: Ability to type 35 WPM accurately. Minimum of one year of office support experience. Ability to pay attention to detail and perform repetitive tasks accurately, sometimes under tight deadlines. Must maintain confidentiality of information and documents. Ability to perform work under the strict adherence to guidelines.

· Must be willing to work rotating shifts (day, swing, and graveyard), weekends and holidays.

· The most competitive candidates will be asked to present a typing certificate passing at 35 WPM in order to be considered for an interview.

· Must pass a Police Department background investigation.

Desired Qualifications: Two or more years of office experience in a fast paced environment. Stable work history. Proficient in data entry work. Ability to understand and apply procedures, instructions, and regulations. Able to demonstrate successful problem solving skills, reliable judgment and provide excellent customer service.


Position Requirements: •Must obtain WSP ACCESS Level II certification upon completion of teletype training


2015-00793 Painter Apprentice Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

$20.04 - $29.29hourly

06/15/15 06/30/15

Department:Seattle Parks and RecreationPosition Description:

This is a five (5) year entry level apprenticeship program which provides a structure to achieve the knowledge and job experience to qualify for a journey-level position. Apprentices will be required to learn all aspects of a journey-level position which will include working at heights, in trenches, pipe chases, and in confined spaces. Apprentices will assist in a series of on-the-job projects designed to educate and develop journey-level expertise in each of the significant categories of the trade. This includes (but is not limited to) comprehensive skills, knowledge of safe work practices, use of basic hand and power tools, maintaining and preparing surfaces, mixing and matching paints, applying paint and other protective coatings on a variety of surfaces and taping and patching sheetrock or wallboard. As the apprentices level of experience increases so will the levels of responsibility. Formal supplemental training will take place in the classroom with personal studying time and a broad exposure to departmental training (On the Job Training).Qualifications:Required Qualifications:

Must be a minimum of 18 years old. At least a 5th grade level math ability. Proven ability to safely work with hand and power tools Experienced with physically demanding work Ability to work in a shop environment A current, valid Washington State Driver’s License and a five year Driver’s Abstract. Must be able to pass union and schooling requirements.


Required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time. Frequently required to lift objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds. Requires handling or working with toxic/hazardous substances. Required to work outdoors in all types of weather. Required to work at heights on scaffolding and ladders. Works in cramped spaces.



Be a self-starter with strong communication and customer service skills Have attention to detail Possess a willingness to work both independently and as a team member in a high volume unit, Have some mechanical skills and/or training, Have at least one year of experience working with hand tools,


Have decent math skills Have the ability to take direction and accept feedback from a variety of journey level workers Possess a willingness to work in an adverse environment Be adept in conflict management and problem solving A proven track record of safety.



Note: Apprentice pay increases will be based upon specified percentages, acquired skills, and class and job training evaluations.


2015-00790 Plumber Apprentice Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

$21.57 - $30.27hourly

06/15/15 06/30/15

Department:Seattle Parks and RecreationPosition Description:This is a five (5) year entry level apprenticeship program which provides a structure to achieve the knowledge and job experience to qualify for a journey-level position. Apprentices will be required to learn all aspects of a journey-level position which will include working at heights, in trenches, pipe chases, and in confined spaces. Apprentices will assist in a series of on-the-job projects designed to educate and develop journey-level expertise in each of the significant categories of the trade. This includes (but is not limited to) comprehensive skills, knowledge of safe work practices, use of basic hand and power tools, maintaining and repairing plumbing fixtures and related components, piping systems including potable and non-potable water, irrigation, back flow assemblies and clearing stoppages and repairing broken pipes. As the apprentices level of experience increases so will the levels of responsibility. Formal supplemental training will take place in the classroom with personal studying time and a broad exposure to departmental training (On the Job Training).Qualifications:Required Qualifications:

Must be a minimum of 18 years old. Strong math skills, especially in geometry and algebra. Proven ability to safely work with hand and power tools Experienced with physically demanding work Ability to work in a shop environment A current, valid Washington State Driver’s License and a five year Driver’s Abstract. Must be able to pass union and schooling requirements.

Work Environment/Physical Demands: Required to stand, walk or bend for extended periods of time. Frequently required to lift objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds. May be required to handle or work with toxic/hazardous substances. Required to work outdoors in all types of weather. May be required to work over water, on ladders, scaffolds or in confined/cramped spaces. May be required to work in hazardous environments. Desired Qualifications:


Be a self-starter with strong communication and customer service skills Be excellent in attention to detail Possess a willingness to work both independently and as a team member in a high volume unit, Have some mechanical skills and/or training, Have at least one year of experience working with hand tools Have a High School Diploma or GED certificate Have strong math skills Have the ability to take direction and accept feedback from a variety of journey level workers Possess a willingness to work in an adverse environment Be adept in conflict management and problem solving


A proven track record of safety.

The successful candidate must be willing and able to make a five (5) year commitment to this apprenticeship program, which may include at least 4 hours per week of supplemental training and homework during non work hours.

Additional Information:Note: Apprentice pay increases will be based upon specified percentages, acquired skills, and class and job training evaluations.


2015-00811 Power Structures Mechanic(Pwr Structs Mechanic)

Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

$38.41 - $38.41hourly

06/22/15 07/07/15


We are seeking a safety focused Power Structures Mechanic, who enjoys travel to beautiful and scenic hydro generating facilities in the State of Washington. As a Power Structures Mechanic, he/she will have the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging projects and participate in the generation operations that strengthen and improve the reliable operation of hydroelectric plants. This position will report to the Power Structures Mechanic Crew Chief at the Skagit Hydroelectric Project.Job Responsibilities:

Excavates, loads and/or hauls materials and equipment in the construction and installation of transformer vaults, manholes, concrete duct runs, streetlight poles or other utility construction work by operating a variety of heavy and medium equipment;

Digs holes for utility poles; Installs culverts and blades or maintains gravel roads; Loads and transports equipment, gravel, rock or dirt to and from job sites; Mows right-of-ways and sprays vegetation with herbicides; Clears brush and trees to maintain transmission right-of-ways; Conducts preventative maintenance on assigned vehicles/equipment; Locates existing utilities to ensure safety precautions and to avoid danger to other utility equipment; Reads and interprets blueprints; Directs traffic and sets up safety barrier/cones to ensure safe work areas; Patrols right-of-ways, when directed, to determine potential problems; Inspects construction work performed by contractors to insure compliance with project specifications and procedures

and informs superior of problems or progress; Strong customer service skills; Ability to work as a team member in a diverse work force; Snowplowing using trucks, loaders, and graders; and Performs other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.

Qualifications:Education: Education equivalent to provide the necessary skills to perform the essential functions of the job.

Experience: Requires a minimum of two (2) years experience in constructing, repairing and maintaining underground distribution systems, electrical utility infrastructure, operating related equipment, and developing a familiarity with the use of heavy motorized construction equipment (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background).

Certification/License: Current Washington Driver’s License; CDL Class “A” with air brakes. National certification in mobile telescoping or the ability to obtain the same within 6 months of hire date.Additional Information:


Requires working in and around potentially hazardous construction sites, excavations, materials or energized lines/cables;

Requires standing, walking, or bending for extended period of time; Requires sustained physical exertion and the lifting of heavy materials/objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds; May be required to be on call 24 hours/day to respond to emergencies; May require handling or working with toxic/hazardous substances; May require asbestos certification; May be required to work in inclement weather; Familiarity with safety rules and practices and applicable laws; Experience in constructing, repairing and maintaining gravel and asphalt roadways; Experience in the use of heavy equipment such as dozers, graders, front end loaders, excavators and mobile cranes;

and Experience in the operation of heavy trucks such as dump trucks, various trailers, 5th wheel tractors with cargo, and

low-boy trailers.





2015-00787 Program Intake Representative Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time

$24.32 - $28.32 hourly

06/16/15 06/30/15

Department:Human Services DepartmentPosition Description:

Human Services, a department of the City of Seattle, funds and operates programs and services that meet the basic needs of the most vulnerable people our community – families and individuals with low incomes, children, domestic violence and sexual assault victims, homeless people, seniors, and persons with disabilities. We invest in programs that help people gain independence and success.

Program Intake Representatives (PIR) will serve as the Vehicle License Fee Rebate (VLF) and Orca LIFT Program customer service representative for enrollment, and customer satisfaction for program guidelines. The PIR assists with program management by adhering to schedules for outreach, phone calls, and eligibility assessment for consumers.

It will be the responsibility of this position to screen, assess, determine eligibility, and enroll customers into the programs on a daily basis. We will also look to this individual to recommend ongoing process improvement efforts to maximize efficiency and outstanding customer service.

These positions will report to the Assistance Program Supervisor.Job Responsibilities:• Collaborates with internal and external program representatives to resolve issues related to time-sensitive situations. Provides recommendations for exceptions to sensitive customer cases.• Provides technical assistance to clients which may include analyzing family budget plans and providing information on other services the client may be eligible to access. Explains benefit denials to ineligible clients.• Provides support to customers by following established program policies, procedures, and eligibility requirements. • Provides information and referral on services available through other agencies. Connects customers to interpreter services for non-English speaking clients. May conduct outreach activities at community agencies.

Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:

Requires two years of college education in a social science, education or related field and two years of experience interviewing or counseling clients, or in community outreach, preferably in a social service setting (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background.)


Experience working with family, senior, immigrants and refugee services and other related areas. Ability to provide leadership and work collaboratively on teams to improve quality performance and efficiency. Second language fluency in Chinese, Vietnamese, or Spanish. Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to appropriately communicate with

executives, staff, community-based organizations, and government agencies. Experience working in a fast-paced social service, health or call center environment with proven ability to successfully

interviewing or counseling clients. Experience providing customer service excellence to individuals from diverse social, economic and cultural

backgrounds.


Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check which includes criminal history and driving history review. Some positions also require a pre-employment exam. For more information on the Human Services Department, please visit: www.seattle.gov/humanservices.


2015-00819 Senior Capital Projects Coordinator


$41.51 - $48.42 hourly

06/19/15 07/07/15

Department:Seattle CenterPosition Description:

Seattle Center is seeking qualified professionals for the position of Senior Capital Projects Coordinator. It is a very exciting time to work for Seattle Center, with many different remodeling and construction projects in and around the 74 acre campus. The Redevelopment Division is charged with the overall site master planning and management of design and construction of Seattle Center’s public facilities and grounds. Its responsibilities include soliciting input and feedback from a myriad of our stakeholders, including the community, Seattle Center resident organizations, and Seattle Center staff, including the operations and maintenance team. Redevelopment aspires to be a cohesive and collaborative work group. This position reports directly to the Redevelopment Director.

Seattle Center serves as an extraordinary arts, civic and family gathering place in the core of our region. The more than 30 cultural, educational, sports and entertainment organizations residing on the 74-acre campus, together with a broad range of public and community programs, offer nearly 5,000 event attracting 12 million visitors each year. Seattle Center’s Purpose is “to create exceptional events, experiences and environments that delight and inspire the human spirit to build stronger communities”. Activities at the Center generate $1.15 billion in business activity and $387 million in labor income.

Over the next several years, the Redevelopment Division will:

• Support redevelopment of the upper Northwest Rooms, converting the former meeting rooms into a KEXP radio station and performance venue, and opening up the breezeways & improving the courtyard.• Support redevelopment of the NE quadrant of the campus; including Mercer Arena, Mercer Garage, KCTS Block, & Memorial Stadium.• Continue coordination with Seattle Department of Transportation and its partners on ongoing transportation projects in the vicinity of Seattle Center that impact both the campus and our resident organizations.• Update the Seattle Center Master Plan.• Design and implement energy efficiencies funded by City-wide grants and stormwater projects in partnership with King County.• Design and implement ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) improvements throughout the campus.• Based on a campus wide Facility Condition Assessment, develop future capital improvement projects to existing buildings to attract and retain clients and visitors.• Coordinate ongoing garage improvement projects.• Support tenant projects across the campus.Job Responsibilities:• Formulate capital project program plans, scopes of work, and cost and schedule projections for Seattle Center Executive Staff and ultimately city staff in the Budget Office and City Council

• Plan and oversee all phases of project development from start to finish, including land use and permitting requirements, environmental reviews, design reviews, sustainable building reviews, construction management, project accounting, final commissioning and opening, and project close out.

• Represent Seattle Center in presentations of capital project plans, designs, budgets, schedules and funding needs to Seattle Center stakeholders and other City departments, including regulatory agencies (DPD and FAS), Seattle Design Commission, Arts Commission, and Landmarks Preservation Board. Some projects may also require presentations to Seattle Center Advisory Commission, neighbors and interested community groups.


• Participate in strategic decisions on Capital Budget priorities and funding strategies that further the Redevelopment Division commitments to Seattle Center’s goals.

• Establish and oversee teams of Seattle Center operations and program staff and other stakeholders throughout the design, construction, and building commissioning or implementation phases.

• Work with the Center staff and project user groups to develop scopes of work, budgets and schedules that achieve the project objectives and are consistent with the schedule requirements and available funding.

• Determine and recommend the appropriate contracting method to select architects, engineers, and other consultants for specific projects. Methods could include: Requests for Qualifications, Requests for Proposals, use of the City’s consultant and contractor rosters.

• Oversee the selection process, develop and negotiate contracts for consultant services; manage the design process, preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates; approve pay requests; and monitor the scope, budget and schedule.

• Determine and recommend the appropriate contracting methods to select contractors and fabricators. Methods could include, design-bid-build public work projects, Job Order Contracting (JOC), use of the City’s Blanket Contract, or use of Center labor staff.

• Oversee the construction bidding process; review contractor bids and pricing; monitor the contractor’s compliance with the contract requirements and the progress and quality of work in the field; authorize prompt payments to contractors; authorize use of contingency funds; review and approve change orders; and closeout contracts assuring that all operations and maintenance manuals and record drawings are complete; and retainage and bonds are released, assuring that all operations and maintenance manuals and record drawings are complete; and retainage and bonds are released.

• Ensure that construction schedules and construction staging and methods are designed for minimum disruption to the business activities of the Center and resident organizations of the Center and facilitate to the maximum extent possible the programming and operating requirements of the Center and its users.

• Participate as an active member of City wide Interdepartmental Teams (IDTs) helping to shape policies and programs of interest to many City Departments and represent Seattle Center’s interest in these IDT meetings.

Qualifications:

Education/Training: Bachelor Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, Urban Design, Urban Planning or related field; or combination of education and/or training and work experience to produce equivalent background required to perform duties.

Work Experience: Minimum of four years of increasingly independent and responsible experience in project or construction management.

Work environment/Physical Demands:

While most work is performed in an office environment, work also requires field assignments on construction sites that can be hazardous and difficult to access and maneuver and affected by all types of weather conditions.Additional Information:


The most competitive candidates will have experience and knowledge as follows:

Work Experience: Experience with independently managing complex public works construction projects involving scheduling and construction methods that enable ongoing business activities to be maintained, and involvement of the community of users and operators in the design and oversight of the project scope. Oversight of capital projects with a range of constituent interest groups, public/private funding partnerships, and technical building systems issues. Experience with highly visible, sometimes controversial, projects with substantial public and community interest and elected official and media attention. Skill and experience with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical systems design, repair, construction. Experience establishing working relationships, and relationship with shops and maintenance staff

Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge: Ability to reflect overall Department goals and objectives to the public. Excellent communications skills to convey in writing and oral presentation complex design and technical concepts in; to listen and translate design and program concerns and aims to design and construction professionals. Extensive in-the-field knowledge of construction techniques, materials, and methods and extensive familiarity with code requirements and industry standards in order to provide advanced critical evaluation of project design and construction assumptions and approaches.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in use of project management software, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office suite. Proficiency in use of spreadsheets and in cost estimation and constructability analysis. Knowledge of design and construction methods and materials.

Personal Characteristics: Leadership ability and proven experience working with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that project designs are driven by user and patron needs. Capacity to work independently and exercise excellent judgment in determining information and decisions that need to be shared with the Division director or Department Executive Staff. Desire to share his/her knowledge and skills freely with other staff to aid the work of the Department overall in accomplishing its goals.

To Apply:

To be considered you MUST; if any of this information is not included, your application materials will not be considered:

- Attach a resume- Attach a cover letter explaining how you meet the requirements of the position- Provide three (3) professional references

To learn more about Seattle Center please visit www.seattlecenter.com

http://www.seattlecenter.com/


2015-00629 Senior Civil Engineering Specialist


$39.50 - $44.25 hourly

06/15/15 06/30/15

Department:Seattle Public UtilitiesPosition Description:Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking a Senior Civil Engineering Specialist for the Planning and Scheduling Section (PASS) in the Shared Services Branch. This position will be assigned to the Shared Services Branch/Sewer Rehab group, and will exhibit extensive knowledge of wastewater industry in order to provide oversight for implementation of Sewer Rehabilitation Projects. This position will report to the DWW Pipe Rehab Supervisor.

Job Responsibilities:~~Position Duties:• Provide oversight for implementation of Sewer Rehabilitation Projects• Submit the work order details, or package, for SPU Field Operations crews and contractor work• Serve as lead in resolving sewer buildover and abandonment issues• Serve as technical resource for Field Operations, Project Delivery Branch, other City agencies, developers, and rate payers who encounter unusual/non-standard situations in the course of their work• Determine the project impact to the wastewater system• Implement action items identified in the Consent Decree• Coordinate project work; develop and manage job plans; review and coordinate optimal changes to preventive maintenance schedule

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Experience: Four (4) years of civil engineering office or field experience

Education: Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or two years of college level coursework in engineering and construction technology OR one (1) additional year of qualifying experience.

License: Valid driver's license

Desired Qualifications:• Drainage and Waste Water field experience• PACP Certification Required• Exhibit extensive knowledge of wastewater industry and City of Seattle Standards for the Sewer Rehabilitation Program• Ability to work independently with limited supervision• Exhibit knowledge of standards and policies for infiltration/inflow control• Exhibit knowledge of wastewater pipeline condition assessment, testing, and monitoring method• Exhibit extensive knowledge of performance indicators & data collection practices to measure and track effectiveness of sewer O&M activity• Minimum of 3 years of experience performing the duties of a Project Manager, Construction Manager, Crew Chief, or Supervisor• Demonstrated knowledge of sewer repair and rehabilitation techniques, trenchless technology, sewer buildovers and abandonment issues, demonstrated knowledge and use of decision models• Demonstrated knowledge and use of computer maintenance management systems, such as SPU's use of Maximo• Demonstrated knowledge, use, and analysis of software for viewing CCTV inspections such as Granite XP• Demonstrated knowledge,use, and interpretation of geographical mapping systems such as ARCGIS, FOMS, or Utiliview



~~Special Conditions:• Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment• Field assignments will require exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances and work in, or near, construction sites • Use of proper personal protective equipment is required at construction sites• May be required to stand, walk, or bend, for extended periods of time• Overnight travel may be required

Ability to communicate and work effectively within a multi-cultural workforce serving a diverse customer base.

Ability to work within the organizational framework of SPU Workplace Expectations including our values on Safety, Respect, Diversity, Trust, Humor, Productivity, Integrity, Innovation and Partnership.


2015-00798 Strategic Regulatory Coordinator


$37.87 - $45.33 hourly

06/16/15 06/30/15

Department:Finance and Administrative ServicesPosition Description:

The Department of Finance and Administrative Services (FAS), Regulatory Compliance and Consumer Protection Division (RCCP) is seeking a qualified Strategic Regulatory Coordinator to further the City’s priorities related to collaborative inter-departmental citywide emphasis efforts. This position scopes and facilitates a complex, multi-department/agency, program that assists in the coordination of the City’s priorities, recommends resource allocations necessary for effective day and night directed joint emphasis efforts and monitors the associated performance measures and budget for this work. In addition, the coordinator closely aligns with other regulatory compliance efforts within Title 5 and Title 6 of the Seattle Municipal Code and specifically as related to marijuana and alcohol regulations within the City of Seattle.

This position works closely with the Director of Regulatory Compliance and has matrix leadership responsibility across many City departments to include FAS, DPD, SDOT, SPD, SFD, CAO, OPI, the King County Health Department, the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board (WSLCB) and many other business or community based organizations.


Analyzes and prioritizes operational objectives. Coordinates and oversees consistent collaborative governance approach. Helps create, maintain and co-lead teams from various City departments. Works closely with joint emphasis team members on priorities that require multi-departmental focus dealing with a

variety of codes that aim to gain voluntary compliance throughout the City of Seattle. Interacts and reports to executives, legislative leaders and staff through various methods to include quarterly

reporting on performance measures and tracking of placed based complaints, incidents and resolutions. The coordinator will be expected to coordinate with outside agencies, consultants, contractors and the public to plan, coordinate and provide periodic progress reports regarding this high-profile work.

Responsible for carrying out and working independently as a senior project manager, and is responsible for the development of measurements, measuring key results, scopes of work, cost estimates and budgets, detailed work plans, some contracting, scheduling, tracking and reporting to achieve full project delivery.

Supports the preparation of a long term strategic improvement plan that will be required by department heads, Mayor’s Office, senior staff, the City Council and the public.

This position will work closely with the management, supervisory leads and the License and Standards Inspectors that makeup the RCCP team of joint emphasis members.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or relevant field and at least 3 years related work experience including providing leadership and program coordination to multi-disciplinary work groups across organizational lines.

Successful candidate must have proven work history demonstrating the skills and ability to:

Communicate professionally and effectively both verbally and in writing with the co-workers, public, municipal organizations, county, state agencies, private enterprises, local businesses and community groups.

Provide strategic advice at the appropriate levels.


Collaborative with peers, management, other departments and partner agencies Independently lead complex programs/initiatives and manage teams of diverse interest and expertise. Prioritize work independently, and manage within tight and concurrent deadlines. Review legal documents and interpret local, state and federal regulations.

Candidate must have superior organizational and interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communications skills, and a strong command of the Microsoft Office suite with particular emphasis on Excel and Word.

A combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of this position may be considered.Certifications & Licenses:Currently possess or ability to obtain within 1 year national certification in noise monitoring.

Candidate will undergo an extensive background check for Special Police Commission which is a requirement of this position. For more information on the requirement for the Special Police Commission go to: http://www.seattle.gov/police/jobs/hiring/qualifications.htm

Desired Skills and Knowledge:Experience working with various City and specific FAS databases is desirable (i.e. – SLIM, SLATE, SELF, SILA, other regulatory compliance software platforms as examples).

Additional Information:Pre-employment physical and criminal background check is required for this position. Occasional work in the evenings and weekends is required.Candidates must include a cover letter and resume indicating how you meet or exceed the job qualifications. A series of supplemental questions are required as part of the application. These supplemental questions are designed to assess your job related experience and qualifications. As part of the screening process your responses to the supplemental questions will be reviewed and validated in conjunction with your on line application, resume and cover letter submitted.

http://www.seattle.gov/police/jobs/hiring/qualifications.htm

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