OOC or TEMP RainWise Program Manager (Planning & Development Specialist, Sr-BU)

Position Description

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) has an exciting opportunity to for a [Interim Temporary (external) or Out-of-Class (internal)] candidate to support our RainWise program as a RainWise Program Manager. Our RainWise Program engages Seattle participants to install rain gardens and cisterns on private property in order to capture stormwater and help keep our rivers, lakes, and Puget Sound clean.

This position works with a team of others in Seattle Public Utilities, King County, and our partner organizations. The position plays an important role in keeping the program running efficiently and providing good customer service to program participants, site inspectors, and the contractors who install rain gardens and cisterns.

This Temporary (external)/OOC (internal) position is expected to last up to 6-months and is open to all regular City of Seattle employees, as well as external candidates. External candidates will be considered non-benefitted and will receive premium pay in lieu of benefits.

About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.

For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU), checkout the following:

• SPU Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations
• Strategic Business Plan
  
  

SPU commits to Our City Values and Race and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We actively take steps to dismantle systemic racism and increase service equity. We value diverse life experiences and strive to create a workplace that is welcoming to all. We take steps to be inclusive and equitable in our recruiting, hiring and promotional opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

Primary Job Responsibilities for OOC or TEMP RainWise Program Manager role:

Duties

Manage and oversee RainWise Program which works in partnership with King County to install green stormwater infrastructure on private (primarily residential) property at high enough levels to protect water quality and reduce impacts of SPU infrastructure. Duties include:

• Support installation contractors, and evaluation of work
• Track spending, ensure inspection, measure impacts
• Implement program improvements
  
  

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Experience: Requires three (3) years of experience in planning and research related to land use, urban economics, human services, environmental issues, conservation; or other work directly related to City planning and development activities;

Education: Bachelor's degree in Planning, Urban Design, Environmental Studies, Public Administration or related field OR, if no degree two (2) additional years of relevant experience.

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

You will be successful in this role if you have some, or all of the following:

• You have a passion for strong customer support.
• You have some background knowledge of rain gardens and cisterns as a tool to control stormwater.
• You are organized, efficient, and detail oriented.
• You have the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, especially contractors and vendors.
• You communicate in a timely, clear, and concise way.
  
  

Additional Information

How To Apply

In addition to fully completing the online application, we encourage candidates to attach a current resume, and cover letter describing your work experience(s) and how that makes you a good candidate for this OOC role.

The full salary range for this position is $54.38 per hour - $51.90 per hour [for OOC consideration].

• Temporary employees will begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, at $44.34 per hour.
  
  

Workplace Environment (*Telework Expectation):

This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. City employees will have the option to work remotely two days a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.

Who may apply: All qualified candidates may apply, external candidates and internal employees of the City of Seattle (CoS).

The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and covered family-members/most employees-plans

If you have any questions, please contact Heather Baldwin-Stewart at Heather.Baldwin-Stewart@seattle.gov.