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The Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Program Rule and Process Coordinator (Marine Transportation Safety Specialist 3) position. This position can be located in either our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA or our Northwest Region Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

The Spills Program’s Rule and Process Coordinator position is quite unique as it provides the opportunity to gain a well-rounded understanding of the program’s priorities, policies, procedures, regulations, and contracted work. In this position, you will direct the program’s rulemaking processes and coordinate the development and maintenance of the program’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). You will lead most procurement processes for the program and manage our contracts. You will also serve as the lead for special policy assignments regarding research, analysis, planning, studies, and legislative report efforts that address and support complex spill prevention, preparedness, and response policy issues across multiple sections of the program.

What makes this role unique?

In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to be the Spills Program’s lead rulemaking process coordinator. You will serve as an expert on Ecology’s rulemaking process and the program’s regulations. You will also gain project management experience through development and maintenance of the program’s core Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This is a great opportunity to gain insight into decision-making processes for all areas of the program. You will gain extensive experience leading procurement processes and managing multiple contracts for the program.

What you will do:

• Direct rulemaking processes, advise the Program Manager and agency executive management on rulemaking decisions, and guide the formulation of rules for spill prevention plans, inspections, vessel screenings, enforcement, and response.
• Provide intergovernmental agreement and contract procurement expertise for the program. Lead most procurement processes and manage contracts for the program.
• Coordinate and manage Ecology’s use of the Department of Enterprise Services Emergency Cleanup Contracts for spill cleanup contracts to ensure adequate response to facility/vessel marine spills and inland spills that exceed local and state response capabilities.
• Analyze, review, evaluate, assist, and coordinate the development and maintenance of program core Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including inspections, investigation, enforcement, drills, prevention plans, contingency plans, vessel screenings, and response.
• Lead special policy assignments regarding research, analysis, planning, studies, and legislative report efforts that address and support complex spill prevention, preparedness, and response policy issues across multiple sections of the program. Through this work, you will identify critical and emerging spill response policy issues and recommend preventative or corrective measures.

The City of Pacific, WA is seeking a Community Development Director for this vibrant community of 7,270 located 30 miles south of Seattle amid the rolling hills of the White River Valley on the King/Pierce County line. Residents enjoy Pacific’s friendly small-town feel, quiet residential neighborhoods, and stunning views of Mount Rainier.

THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

Reporting to the Mayor, the Community Development Director (CDD) is a department head with responsibility for policy development, program planning, budget management, administration, grant management, parks development, and operational direction of the Building, Planning and Community Development Department.

WHY APPLY

The City of Pacific is looking for a Community Development Director with the skill and experience to build a department and to play a key role in crafting the future of the City. Pacific is a vibrant full-service city located in the coveted Puget Sound region between Seattle and Tacoma, with a population of just under 7,300. The new Community Development Director will serve as a key member of the City’s Senior Leadership Team with the opportunity to have an immediate impact.

For more information, please view the full position profile.

Under the general supervision of the Business Operations Specialist, this position analyzes data and creates maps and other presentation materials related to assigned community development-related activities. Examples of community development-related activities include housing, land uses, climate change, economy, building construction, urban forestry, vehicle parking, transportation and other public infrastructure. This position is a .5 FTE non represented position.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proficiency using GIS applications to perform moderate to complex geo-processing and analysis to create, edit, and maintain GIS data layers.
• Skilled at interpreting moderate to complex analysis and creating reports and maps for public presentation and understanding.
• Exceptionally organized and able to provide attention to detail to consistently maintain data quality, cartographic standards, documentation and metadata for geospatial data.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, vendors, associates, public officials, representatives from other agencies and the general public.
• Ability to independently prioritize assignments, manage multiple simultaneous projects, ask for assistance when needed, and provide regular progress updates to collaborators, supervisors, and colleagues.
• Punctual, regular, and reliable attendance is essential for successful job performance.

To Apply

• Submit a cover letter and resume by attaching them to your electronic application. The cover letter must be no more than two pages long and must include specific examples of how you meet the Ideal Candidate Profile (listed above) for this position.
• Open Continuous. Apply by midnight on March 10, 2024 to be considered in the first review of applications.
• Only Electronic Applications are accepted.

Contact Information

If you have questions about the position and/or requirements, please contact Leonard Bauer, Director of Community Planning & Development at (360) 753-8206 or via email at lbauer@ci.olympia.wa.us.

At the Department of Commerce, we strive to be creative, collaborative, and trusted. We identify opportunities to deliver critical funding and services to strengthen communities and aim to promote equity in all aspects of our work. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to our success, and we work to foster an environment where all individuals are valued and respected. We cultivate an environment in which we continuously learn, and we own our work.

We invite all candidates to join us in our mission to create a diverse and equitable workplace that reflects the richness of the communities we serve. Together, we can build a brighter and more inclusive future.

The Local Government Division (LGD) partners with local governments, nonprofits, and others to strengthen the ability of all forms of local governments and community based organizations to fund and develop critical services to their citizens. The division provides leadership in local government finance and statewide infrastructure initiatives that help create and retain jobs. We also provides grants, loans, and planning and technical assistance to local governments for community development needs, infrastructure improvements, and economic development opportunities.

This position provides technical and financial assistance on growth management planning and implementation of housing policy to cities and counties. This position uses expertise in the principles, practices and techniques of land use as detailed in the Growth Management Act (GMA). This position will analyze proposed local comprehensive plans, regulations and incentives related to GMA housing implementation, and manage grants to local governments related to planning for the lowest income segments.

Duties:

• Track and monitor the administration and implementation of Growth Management Services (GMS) housing grants and the progress in meeting the requirements of the Growth Management Act.
• Review and comment on proposed comprehensive plan and development regulation updates as they relate to housing affordability, housing density along high capacity transit corridors, housing for all economic segments, and provisions for supportive housing types such as permanent supportive housing, transitional housing, and emergency housing and shelters.
• Conduct research, technical assistance and stakeholder outreach using available data from a variety of sources including Commerce, the University of Washington Center for Real Estate Research, regional councils, local governments and the Municipal Research Services Center (MRSC).
• Support tracking of comprehensive plan and development regulation update submissions to Commerce and assist with providing feedback to local governments on improvements to be consistent with the GMA and other state laws.
• Assist in development and review of technical assistance materials.
• Assist in developing, negotiating and monitoring grants for local governments, including scope of work and budget for GMS housing grants.
• Review statements of work (SOW) and deliverables for grants to ensure work is commensurate with funds and when deliverables are submitted, that they are adequate.
• Assist in administering expenditure and tracking of GMA housing grants.
• Manage program contracts within the agency’s contract management system (CMS).
• Follow up to monitor progress related to housing grant implementation and provide technical assistance as communities implement grant activities, particularly the new Coordinating Low-income Housing Planning (CLIHP) grant. Activities may include processing contracts, reviewing deliverables and providing comments, processing invoices, tracking progress, posting examples, etc.
• Assist with grantee peer meetings on Zoom to support grant implementation.
• Assist in preparation of legislative information for hearings.
  • Review assigned legislative bills.

Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree and college-level course work in land use planning, affordable housing, or equivalent education/experience.

AND

Two years of professional experience in community or economic development in one or more of the following:

Land use planning
Housing planning
Affordable housing development and management
Housing support services

A graduate or advanced degree may substitute for one year of required experience.

Additionally,

• Able to learn and understand the language and concepts of the Growth Management Act and best land use practices around housing planning.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to growth, learning and self-awareness when provided training and opportunities to participate in improving our work environment.
  • Participate and behave in a manner that creates trust and builds working relationships, promoting teamwork and collaboration in the work environment.
• Provides excellent customer service and support.
• High-level interpersonal communication skills, clear oral and written communication ability, able to work effectively with co-workers and stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Growth Management Act and state and federal grants and contracts.

To be considered for this position the following are needed:

• A complete and detailed online application
• At least three (3) professional references (enter online)
• A cover letter (enter online)
  For questions about this recruitment, please contact Elly Price at Elly.Price@Commerce.wa.gov.

Supplemental Information
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies over the next 60 days

Technical support is provided by NEOGOV, 855-524-5627 (can’t log in, password or email issues, error messages). DES job seeker support may answer general questions regarding the recruiting system at careershelp@des.wa.gov.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity:
The Washington State Department of Commerce is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (360) 725-2650. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.

Work from Anywhere In Washington State:
This position may be located anywhere within Washington State though occasional travel to a Commerce office building or in-state travel to attend events or meetings may be required. If selected, you will need to travel to pick up equipment and receive instruction. Many Commerce employees work remote or have a hybrid schedule.

The Community Development Department is looking for a creative and collaborative individual to be its next Planner! In this role, you will advance the Department’s growing portfolio of long-range planning projects in one of the fastest-growing cities in the State of Washington. You will work in a supportive and creative team environment to help implement the community’s vision of a walkable, livable, affordable, and sustainable city. You will assist developers and the public with zoning regulations, collaborate with commissions and regional partners, and help verify compliance with State, Federal, and City land use policies and regulations.

What will you do in this position?

• Support development of the City’s Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update.
• Assist with the scoping and implementation of strategic housing, climate, and resilience initiatives.
• Help steward revisions to zoning code and development regulations.
• Utilize the ArcGIS software.

A successful candidate in this position will:

• Facilitate clear and efficient communication of information and ideas through diverse communication channels.
• Streamline work processes and adeptly coordinate and collaborate with your team.
• Evaluate and prioritize various tasks, projects, and demands.
• Work together with the Bothell community and city departments to cultivate strong and successful partnerships.
• Have interest or eligibility for certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP).

About City of Bothell:

• The City is comprised of 13.6 square miles within both King and Snohomish Counties and is home to 49,017 people (2022). This figure is projected to grow to nearly 75,000 over the next 20 years in tandem with Bothell’s increasingly vibrant downtown and life sciences employment cluster near the I-405 corridor.
• Learn more about the City’s Comprehensive Plan
• Bothell’s City Council 2040 Vision and Strategic Priorities

To read the full job description and review the minimum qualifications, click here.

Recruitment information:
Application accepted through 5:00 pm on February 21, 2024.

We are committed to being a safe, equitable, and inclusive workplace and community.
The City of Bothell is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people’s lives. The City of Bothell recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

We seek to recruit and hire talented and engaged job candidates from a widely diverse range of backgrounds. We celebrate the diversity in our workplace and community and believe it makes us stronger.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please send an email to hrhelpdesk@bothellwa.gov.

To learn more about the City of Bothell’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, visit the DEI at Bothell Webpage.

Why Bothell?
Bothell offers a career-enriching opportunity to apply your skills and experience in a way that has a positive effect on the community. We encourage professional growth and for employees to “think outside the box”. We value work-life balance and provide paid vacation and sick leave benefits.

We offer ample time off including 11 paid holidays as well as 2 personal holidays. As an employee, you have access to a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision for you and your family. We also offer life and disability insurance, state pension membership and deferred compensation for retirement. Commute trip reduction, alternative work schedules, flexible work environment, and hybrid work options are available when appropriate. The City of Bothell creates an environment that supports wellness practices which enhance the quality of life for City employees, and encourage and incentivize participation in an employee wellness program. As a result, the City is a recipient of the Association of Washington Cities WellCity Award.

The City of Orting, WA is seeking a Community Development Director for this family-friendly bedroom community located in the foothills about an hour south of Seattle. Orting is known for its semi-rural setting, quaint downtown, breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier, and the 21-mile Foothills National Recreation Trail that runs the length of the city.

THE CITY OF ORTING

Incorporated in 1889, the City of Orting is currently operating as an optional code city served by a strong mayor and a seven-member council. With a 2023 budget of $39.7 million, the City serves 9,055 residents across 2.7 square miles with a team of 40 FTEs.

THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

Under the general supervision of the City Administrator, the Community Development Director integrates the Planning, Building and Code Compliance operations of the Community Development Department. The Community Development Director plans, organizes, directs and controls the functions of the Department, which include current planning, long-range planning, code enforcement, building and fire plan review, inspections and permitting. The Department operates with a team of 2.75 FTEs.

For questions on this position, please contact:

Kate Hansen
GMP Consultants
kate@gmphr.com
(360) 622-7010

The City of Arlington, WA is seeking a Development Services Manager for this picturesque community of 21,740 located in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. Arlington boasts a prime location between the metropolitan areas of Seattle and Vancouver, Canada—offering the best of country living with convenient access to the big cities.

THE CITY OF ARLINGTON

Incorporated in 1903, the City of Arlington operates under a Mayor-Council form of government and serves a population of 21,742 across 9 square miles. Arlington is a full-service City operating with a 2023 budget of $83 million and 124 budgeted FTEs. Departments include Administration, Finance, IT, Police, Public Works, Maintenance and Operations, Airport, Community and Economic Development. Arlington is expected to grow by about 8,500 households with a projected population of 34,649 by 2044, according to Snohomish County’s Buildable Lands Report (BLR).

THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES MANAGER

Reporting to the Community & Economic Development Director, the Development Services Manager is responsible for the review and evaluation of private development application materials and provides written and oral guidance, correction, and requirements of approval to developers, owners, or their engineering representatives in order to issue a permit.

The Development Services Manager is part of a staff of 11 within the Community and Economic Development Department which include land use planners, engineering plan reviewers, building and civil inspectors, code compliance personnel, and permit technicians. The Department operates with a 2023 budget of $2.8 million.

For questions on this position, please contact:

Ray Corpuz
GMP Consultants
Ray@gmphr.com
(831) 236-8961

The City of Puyallup is hiring a Senior Planner to join our Planning team. This is a full-time, temporary position, anticipated to be a 9-month assignment. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by February 23rd for priority consideration.

It is impactful to join Team Puyallup and provide meaningful work in support of public service and the wellbeing of our community. We value our culture of demonstrating excellence in our work, being service focused, supporting collaboration, and having integrity in all that we do. We encourage those that share these values to apply to our open positions and/or forward to colleagues who may be ready for their next career advancement opportunity.

The successful candidate will primarily be focusing on comprehensive (long-range) planning, including annexations, legislation, and urban growth area issues, and may also involve some current planning work. The position requires a broad range of knowledge and experience in the planning field. Work is performed with considerable independence under the supervision of the Planning Manager. Work may require occasional contact with the Hearing Examiner, Planning Commission, City Council, representatives of other City departments and divisions, other governmental agencies, land developers and their agents, and the general public to provide information and advice on sensitive community issues. Work is performed in an office setting, but does require occasional field investigations. Work may require attendance at meetings which frequently occur outside normal work hours.

The City of Puyallup is a community of 43,000 and is situated at the foot of scenic Mount Rainier. The city is known as a regional commercial center, and serves its residents and neighbors with a strong, diversified economy. Our employees live in and support a community that has excellent schools, amazing parks and recreational activities, and a vibrant downtown with a variety of restaurants and retail establishments.

Essential Functions
This temporary Senior Planner position will focus primarily on long-range planning activities; however, some assignments may be in current planning. Essential functions for the position include:

• Performs a wide variety of comprehensive planning activities; including maintenance of the City Comprehensive Plan; gathers and analyzes data, makes recommendations, and prepares reports.
• Assists in preparing ordinances or revisions to ordinances related to land use and development to implement the Comprehensive Plan.
• Processes annexation requests and related tasks.
• Assists other departments in developing functional plans and policies, especially as they relate to land use and development.
• Makes presentations to the Planning Commission and City Council.
• Responds to inquiries from applicants and members of the public on a variety of development-related topics.
• Provides assistance to outside agencies and committees as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Secondary functions for the position may include:
• Reviews development applications for conformance with City land use regulations, including zoning and subdivision codes, critical area regulations and related standards.
• Performs SEPA and shoreline program reviews.
• Prepares reports and makes presentations to the Hearing Examiner.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Modern planning principles and practices;
• Land use concepts and the impact of sociological, demographic, economic, environmental and other factors influencing land use;
• Research techniques and graphic and statistical presentations;
• Site plan review;
• Project review principles and methods;
• The operation of personal computers, including word processing and spreadsheet software and permit tracking systems.

Ability to:

• Systematically gather, organize and analyze data;
• Write reports clearly and interestingly and to convey technical information to laypersons;
• Make clear and concise verbal presentations before a variety of groups in a manner appropriate to the audience;
• Deal with the public courteously and tactfully often under difficult circumstances;
• Interpret and apply laws, draft ordinances and regulations to implement land use planning policies;
• Safely operate a motor vehicle in the performance of job duties;
• Work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions;
• Effectively work in a team environment, contribute openly, respectfully disagree, understand the ideas of others, listen well and work for consensus;
• Establish and maintain positive, effective working relationships with departmental personnel, developers, citizens groups, the public and other City personnel;
• Prepare and carry out work programs and special projects and meet timelines, and work independently with little direction;
• Represent City and the department in a professional manner under a wide range of circumstances; and
• Maintain regular, reliable and punctual attendance.

Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in planning or a closely related field and five years of progressively responsible and relevant planning experience (a Master’s degree in planning or related field may substitute for one year of experience).

Desirable Qualifications:
Membership in the American Institute of Certified Planners.

Special Qualifications:
Possession of or ability to obtain, and maintain throughout employment, a valid Washington State driver’s license.

Physical Characteristics and Work Environment
Constant use of sight, hearing, and speech abilities to perform essential functions and communicate with others. Constant fine finger manipulation and use of hands and arms in reaching/handling/fingering/grasping while operating office equipment and computers, preparing written documentation, handling paperwork, etc. Frequent sitting, may be extended at times, while doing desk activities. Frequent bending/twisting at waist/knees/neck while working at desk, worktable, or moving from sitting to standing position. Frequent standing in combination with walking (short distances) throughout work shift in office areas; standing may be extended at times while working at the front counter. Occasional lifting/carrying up to 30-pound documents, file boxes, etc. Occasional pushing/pulling force up to 10 pounds opening doors, drawers, and moving materials. Occasional climbing on step stools, ladders and stairs. Works primarily indoors in a climate-controlled office environment with low noise levels, with occasional field site visits and public meetings, including evening meetings. Occasional field visits require driving, negotiating rough terrain, and below normal temperatures.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Essential Functions – The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge, skills and abilities typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or to balance the workload.
Hours of Work – Normal work hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with one (1) hour lunch. This position will be eligible to remote work up to two days per week after the training period.
FLSA Status – This is a FLSA non-exempt position.

Union Affiliation – This position is a non-represented position.
Temporary, seasonal and non-benefit employment – Employees may be hired to fill various temporary, seasonal and non-benefit positions within the City as approved in the current budget. These employees will receive retirement benefits and paid sick leave as provided for in State law. Temporary, seasonal and non-benefit employees may be terminated at any time for any reason without recourse.
Equal Employment Opportunity – The City of Puyallup is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.
Background – The City of Puyallup will need to obtain the proper background and criminal history information pursuant to RCW 43.43.830/832 for positions where the employee will or may have unsupervised access to children, developmentally delayed persons or vulnerable adults.
Disability – In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, disability will be considered only in the context of an applicant’s ability to perform essential functions of the job and to determine reasonable accommodation. Accommodation to participate in the job application and/or selection process for employment will be made upon request with reasonable notice. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information. The physical demands described in this job announcement are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Identification – Applicants who are offered employment with the City are required to provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States within three days of date of hire, as required by the 1986 Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act. A list of acceptable documents verifying identity and authorization to work will be provided to those who are offered employment. The city uses the E-Verify program.

Drug-Free Workplace – The City of Puyallup is a drug-free, tobacco-free workplace.
Note – The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisioncontained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.