What are the responsibilities and job description for the Civil Engineer, Associate position at Seattle Parks and Recreation?
Position Description
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools. Seattle Parks and Recreation equips employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults and seniors. We strive to deliver excellent customer service to each visitor and participant. SPR is also deeply committed to advancing the City of Seattle's Race and Social Justice Initiative (RSJI) by working to end institutional and structural racism.
Our commitment: SPR commits to Our City Values, Workplace Expectations, and Racial Equity and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We support and hold ourselves accountable by striving to eliminate barriers to access and provide employees with equitable opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
SPR manages 6,414 acres of park land (12% of the city's land total) that comprise more than 485 parks and open areas and include a wide range of facilities and features such as community centers, swimming pools, wading pools and water spray parks, indoor and outdoor tennis facilities, environmental learning centers, special gardens, athletic fields, park boulevards, green spaces and natural areas, golf courses, lawn bowling facilities, boat moorages, fishing piers, neighborhood playgrounds and play areas, boulevards, large shoreline areas, creeks, trails, and an urban camp. To learn more about Seattle Parks and Recreation, visit our website, Facebook page, Twitter account or Parkways Blog.
About Planning & Capital Development Branch
The Planning & Capital Development Branch (PCD) delivers projects to the citizens of Seattle. The Planning team provides long range planning, project focused planning, asset management, and community engagement. The Engineering, Design, and Technical Services team provides project review oversight, upkeep of standards and specifications, bidding administration, and in-house design. It also houses a team of in-house designers, environmental analysts, and surveys. The Project Management team leads projects through construction documentation, bidding, permitting, construction, and project closeout. Together these teams are responsible for the implementation of the initiatives funded through the Metropolitan Park District (MPD), REET, grants, and other funding sources. The team collaborates department and citywide. This position will be housed in the Engineering, Design, and Technical Services team.
About The Position
Seattle Parks and Recreation is seeking an individual to join the Engineering, Design, and Technical Services team within the Planning and Capital Development Branch of the Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) Department. This position requires the basic knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and procedures. The Associate Civil Engineer will perform engineering analysis and design, conduct field inspection and site assessment, respond to emergency calls related to landslide, perform public works and in-house construction inspection, provide recommendations with consultation with the Senior Civil Engineer.
Job Responsibilities
This position reports to the Senior Civil Engineer. The successful candidate will provide a wide array of engineering services not only to the staff within the Planning and Capital Development Branch, but also to maintenance and operations staff throughout the Parks Department.
We seek a well-rounded civil engineer with a diversity of experience and educational credentials that will allow him/her to effectively respond to the wide variety of situations and technical questions that will arise within our extensive park system.
Typical Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To
Minimum Required:
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology and three years of professional civil engineering experience; or other combinations of education and/or experience which provides preparation to do professional civil engineering work.
License, Certification And Other Requirements
Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong design/construction background related to the following:
Special Application Instructions
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
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle Parks and Recreation 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. Seattle Parks and Recreation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including successfully passing pre-employment physical, a review of criminal history, driving records, and reference checks. In compliance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17, applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
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 notice.
SPR's Core Competencies
Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work. Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions and decision-making, and promoting high quality standards.
Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City's commitment to workforce equity.
Communication: Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information.
Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the City.
Teamwork: Leading as an engaged member of a team to build a cohesive team and facilitate the achievement of work group goals.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is a national leader and innovator in the services and programs we provide to our residents who enjoy our public spaces such as parks, community centers, specialty gardens and swimming pools. Seattle Parks and Recreation equips employees and the public for well-being as we support healthy people, a thriving environment and vibrant community. We provide safe and accessible spaces for residents and visitors to work, recreate, rejuvenate and enhance quality of life and wellness for children, teenagers, adults and seniors. We strive to deliver excellent customer service to each visitor and participant. SPR is also deeply committed to advancing the City of Seattle's Race and Social Justice Initiative (RSJI) by working to end institutional and structural racism.
Our commitment: SPR commits to Our City Values, Workplace Expectations, and Racial Equity and Social Justice as core principles that guide our work. We support and hold ourselves accountable by striving to eliminate barriers to access and provide employees with equitable opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
SPR manages 6,414 acres of park land (12% of the city's land total) that comprise more than 485 parks and open areas and include a wide range of facilities and features such as community centers, swimming pools, wading pools and water spray parks, indoor and outdoor tennis facilities, environmental learning centers, special gardens, athletic fields, park boulevards, green spaces and natural areas, golf courses, lawn bowling facilities, boat moorages, fishing piers, neighborhood playgrounds and play areas, boulevards, large shoreline areas, creeks, trails, and an urban camp. To learn more about Seattle Parks and Recreation, visit our website, Facebook page, Twitter account or Parkways Blog.
About Planning & Capital Development Branch
The Planning & Capital Development Branch (PCD) delivers projects to the citizens of Seattle. The Planning team provides long range planning, project focused planning, asset management, and community engagement. The Engineering, Design, and Technical Services team provides project review oversight, upkeep of standards and specifications, bidding administration, and in-house design. It also houses a team of in-house designers, environmental analysts, and surveys. The Project Management team leads projects through construction documentation, bidding, permitting, construction, and project closeout. Together these teams are responsible for the implementation of the initiatives funded through the Metropolitan Park District (MPD), REET, grants, and other funding sources. The team collaborates department and citywide. This position will be housed in the Engineering, Design, and Technical Services team.
About The Position
Seattle Parks and Recreation is seeking an individual to join the Engineering, Design, and Technical Services team within the Planning and Capital Development Branch of the Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) Department. This position requires the basic knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices and procedures. The Associate Civil Engineer will perform engineering analysis and design, conduct field inspection and site assessment, respond to emergency calls related to landslide, perform public works and in-house construction inspection, provide recommendations with consultation with the Senior Civil Engineer.
Job Responsibilities
This position reports to the Senior Civil Engineer. The successful candidate will provide a wide array of engineering services not only to the staff within the Planning and Capital Development Branch, but also to maintenance and operations staff throughout the Parks Department.
We seek a well-rounded civil engineer with a diversity of experience and educational credentials that will allow him/her to effectively respond to the wide variety of situations and technical questions that will arise within our extensive park system.
Typical Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To
- Engineering analysis and design
- Review of consultant designs
- Public works and in-house construction inspection
- Review of technical submittals
- Standard specifications review and writing
- Field inspection
- Landslide response
- Site assessment
- Permitting support
- Troubleshooting
- Condition assessment
- Interdepartmental coordination on engineering matters
Minimum Required:
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology and three years of professional civil engineering experience; or other combinations of education and/or experience which provides preparation to do professional civil engineering work.
License, Certification And Other Requirements
Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong design/construction background related to the following:
- Registration as an Engineer-in-Training in the State of Washington or eligibility for registration within 6 months of employment.
- Drainage, stormwater and/or sewer systems, including familiarity with onsite stormwater management using green stormwater infrastructure design and code requirements
- Major earthwork such as grading, roadwork, retaining walls, etc.
- Wetlands, creeks, steep slopes, other environmentally critical areas
- Able to assess geotechnical characteristics and soil/slope stability, especially with respect to steep slopes and landslide-prone areas
- Well-developed written and oral communication skills
- Experience using AutoCAD or Civil3D
- Experience using Bluebeam
- Intermediate-level skills/training in use of Microsoft Word and Excel programs
- Able to communicate and work effectively within a multi-cultural workforce serving a diverse customer base
- Able to lift and manipulate 20 pounds comfortably as needed for work in the field
- Able to investigate slope conditions in the field in potentially adverse weather conditions
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment and the flexibility to change priorities when necessary
- Able to work well independently and on a team
- The successful candidate should be creative, efficient, resourceful, patient, and have a good sense of humor
Special Application Instructions
- Please completely fill out the application form, supplemental questions and also upload a recent PDF copy of your resume along with a cover letter describing your qualifications and interest in this position.
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
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle Parks and Recreation 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. Seattle Parks and Recreation encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including successfully passing pre-employment physical, a review of criminal history, driving records, and reference checks. In compliance with Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17, applicants will be provided with an opportunity to explain or correct background information.
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 notice.
SPR's Core Competencies
Accountability & Action: Holding yourself accountable for achieving goals, completing tasks, and delivering quality work. Demonstrating thoughtful initiative in actions and decision-making, and promoting high quality standards.
Equity and Inclusion: Supporting the goals of the Race and Social Justice Initiative and the City's commitment to workforce equity.
Communication: Sharing and exchanging information and ideas with people in a variety of ways to help them understand and remember the information.
Service: An ongoing commitment to base decisions and actions on the needs and priorities of the City.
Teamwork: Leading as an engaged member of a team to build a cohesive team and facilitate the achievement of work group goals.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
- Work is performed in an office environment, with some field work required to visit and prepare assessments of parks and recreation facilities.
- Field assignments can entail exposure to all types of weather and hazardous construction sites.
Salary : $60 - $70
