Streetscape Specialist Senior Engineering Tech LTE

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Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint however we may go slightly higher based on experience internal equity and market.

Bellevue is known as A City in a Park with a park system comprised of 2700 acres of parks and open space. Bellevues Parks and Community Services Department has a unique opportunity for you as Streetscape Specialist Engineering Technician. The Street Tree and Arterial Landscape program manages over 11000 street trees and 200 acres of formal right of way landscapes. Were looking for an energetic candidate with the desire to grow and learn within our dynamic work group.

You will work with other team members to manage formal roadside landscaped areas and troubleshoot onsite problems. This includes managing small landscape construction and renovation projects as well as field inspection of contracted landscape maintenance sites and evaluation for compliance with contract. The City of Bellevue primarily utilizes private landscape contractors to maintain arterial landscaping. Duties will include visiting sites to evaluate maintenance activities and future renovation needs writing reports and communicating with site contractors. At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and being a part of the community vision.

This position Performs complex technical work in support of the planning designing contracting permitting implementation inspection and longterm maintenance of engineering and construction activities for parks open spaces development services projects neighborhood enhancement projects public works projects and the Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Functions include but are not limited to work in GIS data management drafting reviewing plans developing contracts and cost estimates approving inspecting and monitoring public works systems construction projects materials maintaining records and databases. Provides engineering support and assistance to engineering and inspection staff.

• Collect update and maintain GIS landscape and irrigation inventory data including information regarding trees shrubs soil volumes irrigation systems adjacent property information and other site data as needed.
• Develop and manage maintenance agreements with adjacent property owners regarding street tree pruning irrigation systems and landscaped frontage improvements maintenance.
• Provide overall project management of various Streetscape CIP projects including coordination of funding opportunities project design permitting contractor selection and contract management.
• Assist with inhouse restoration projects as needed that may include plant installation technical shrub and tree pruning and irrigation repairs.
• Evaluate sites for overall performance and make recommendations for site renovation including plant materials soil amendments irrigation needs mulches etc.
• Inspect evaluate and assure contracted landscapes are maintained to high community standards. Ensure that landscape maintenance work is completed in compliance with contract scope specifications and workload plans.
• Prepare and maintain site inspections reports.
• Communicate effectively with vendors contractors general public and other city employees to coordinate work activities review status of work projects and resolve problems.
• Performs plan review; reviews enters tracks and issues permits for a variety of projects and improvements; ensures plans permits and/or contractor material submittals conform to city state and federal regulations codes and standards.
• Conducts field investigations data collection and monitoring for various programs projects and assessments; evaluates compliance with federal state and local policies codes and regulations.
• Leads projects; drafts and administers contracts; evaluates bids; manages contracted work and ensures projects are on track; inspects projects.
• Coordinates information for programs; develops recommendations and educates staff contractors and the general public on new regulations code changes and best practices.
• Research problems collects and tests data reviews and updates information for engineering and environmental studies reports and databases; produces reports and presentations.
• Acts as a resource for citizens; evaluates and responds to citizen concerns based on established policies and regulations; plan and coordinate public involvement and outreach.
• Participates on teams advisory committees and commissions.
• Collaborates with and assists staff from other divisions/departments local jurisdictions and consulting organizations.

Supervision Received and Exercised

• Works under the general supervision of the streetscape supervisor.
• May oversee or lead the work of less experienced technicians contracted employees consultants and interns.

• Graduation from an accredited two year of college or university in horticulture or a related natural resource field. Previous work experience within the desired field may substitute for college course work.
• Experience working with GIS data management software.
• Five or more years related landscape maintenance or landscape construction labor experience.
• Required to possess a valid Washington drivers license by date of hire. Must have and maintain a good driving record according to City standards. Current original drivers abstract required at time of interview.
• Clear and concise oral and written interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to make decisions necessary to plan organize and complete work for multiple project sites efficiently and effectively. Ability to perform effectively with little or no supervision.
• Ability to work effectively with citizens contractors and staff as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to communicate with the public in a courteous diplomatic and professional manner.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office application software.
• Criminal History Background check required on all applicants.

Preferred Experience:

• Horticultural background with emphasis on street trees and arterial landscapes.
• Experience with ARC GIS Pro.
• Experience with managing landscape and irrigation projects.
• Experience with technical shrub pruning and plant selection.
• ISA Arborist Certification.
• Experience working in the RightOfWay.

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands and work environment described here 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.
• Work involves walking talking hearing using hands to handle feel or operate objects tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may be required to push pull lift and/or carry up to 70 pounds.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.
• Work may periodically require the employee to climb balance bend stoop kneel crouch and/or crawl.
• Employee must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions.

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office ator .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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