Environmental Scientist III (Fisheries Biologist)
Environmental Scientist III (Fisheries Biologist)
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The Department of Local Services Road Services Division (RSD) is looking for a talented Environmental Scientist III to support the planning and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects that may impact aquatic habitats and fish populations. This fisheries biologist position will lead and prepare environmental documentation secure permits and approvals for capital improvement and maintenance projects and ensure compliance with local state and federal regulations. This body of work also involves applying technical and scientific expertise in the areas of fisheries biology fish habitat characterization and mapping and mitigation site monitoring. Come join our team and make a meaningful impact on environmental conservation and infrastructure development!ABOUT THE DEPARTMENTOur commitment to Equity Racial and Social Justice
The Department of Local Services is deeply dedicated to fosteringEquity Racial and Social Justice in every aspect of our work. Our commitment to True Northvalueswhich ensures every personhas the opportunity tothrive and reach their full potential and forms the core of our mission and purpose. Our pledge is to cultivate embrace and celebrate the distinct experiences viewpoints and perspectives of our people partners and the communities we serve. Through this work we dismantle systemic barriers address inequities and actively confront prejudices and biases. We acknowledge this journey is ongoing and weremainsteadfast in our efforts to create a positive impact for our employees and communities alike.
King County is the local service provider for the roughly quarter-million people who live in the unincorporated areas of the county; taken together Unincorporated King County would be the second-largest city in the state. The Department of Local Services includes a Directors Office with a Community Service Area group and the Road Services and Permitting Divisions. Together this department provides a single executive point of accountability for delivery of local services to all of the unincorporated areas.
The King County Road Services Division designs builds operates and maintains roads and bridges in unincorporated areas of King County in an efficient and environmentally responsible manner to protect the publics investment and facilitate safe travel. The division is committed to ensuring the countys transportation system is safe and efficient for all uses and modes of travel. The Division is responsible for 1500 miles of road and 182 bridges 5.7 million feet of drainage ditches over 44000 traffic control signs 78 traffic signals and 50 traffic cameras in unincorporated King County.Job Duties
Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
- A bachelors degree (or higher) in fisheries biology aquatic ecology environmental science or a closely related field; OR any combination of equivalent education experience/professional certifications that clearly demonstrates the ability to perform the job duties.
- Working knowledge of fish passage design stream hydrology and local/state/federal environmental regulations and permitting approval processes.
- Experience with fish habitat assessment methods and the collection of biological data.
- Knowledge of Western Washington ecology and environmental issues including streams floodplain riparian zones wetlands and applied knowledge of the hydrology hydraulics and geomorphology as they relate to these systems.
- Experience preparing reviewing and authoring technical environmental documents and permitting applications including Biological Assessments and related documentation to support Endangered Species Act (ESA) and State Environmental Policy Act(SEPA) National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA)reviews and Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Applications (JARPAs).
- Knowledge of aquatic habitat restoration and fish passage barrier correction techniques and construction methods including stream dewatering and bypass procedures and fish handling/relocation.
- Proven ability to lead a team including setting goals developing strategies and maintaining high work quality standards.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues related to environmental compliance; ability to provide effective solutions in a timely manner.
- Skill in reading analyzing and interpreting complex engineering plans and specifications.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines while performing physically demanding fieldwork often in inclement weather or other harsh field conditions.
- Knowledge of equity related factors including systemic barriers social determinants and institutional policies with a strong commitment to advancing anti-racism efforts reducing disparities and promoting fairness inclusion and equitable decision making in policies programs and practices.
- Exceptional ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing to diverse audiences including line staff executive leadership teams and external partners in a clear and meaningful way.
- Proficiency in the use of Adobe Acrobat Pro Microsoft Office Suite products (Teams Word Excel Project SharePoint and PowerPoint) and other GIS software/environmental data management tools to support the development review and reporting of environmental documents and assessments such as (Bluebeam Revu; ArcMap ArcGIS Pro).
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:- Must have a Valid Washington State Drivers License or the ability to obtain one prior to start date.
- Must be able to operate a motor vehicle safely and travel throughout the County in all weather conditions.
- An offer of employment will be contingent on the success of a pre-employment physical examination.
- Must be able to lift carry move or handle up to 50 pounds.
- Physically able to traverse by foot through densely wooded terrain and steep inclines in all weather conditions.
- This position requires fieldwork year-round in all weather conditions the frequency of which varies with the season.
Supplemental Information
INTERVIEW SCHEDULE:
Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to participate in a 20-minute phone interview the week of July 9 2025.If you are selected to move forward after the phone interview you will be invited for a 45-minute in-person interview the week of July 14 2025.
WHO MAY APPLY:
This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants and may be used to fill current and or/future career service term-limited temporary short-term temporary and or/special duty positions over the next six months.
First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
A full and complete King County application is required. You may also provide a resume and cover letter summarizing how you meet the experience qualifications knowledge and skills for the position.
Applicants will be screened for clarity completeness and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. Responses to supplemental questions must be supported in your application materials.
WORK SCHEDULE:
The work week is normally Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. but may at times require work outside of normal business hours. This position is Non-Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for overtime pay with prior supervisor approval.
EMERGENCYDESIGNATION STATUS:
Mission-Critical - Those employees who provide maintain and re-establish essential county functions as described in agency Continuity of Operations plans.
Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive department director or agency head all employees regardless of designation are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather.
UNION MEMBERSHIP:
This position is represented by PROTEC17.
TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT:
The work associated with this position will be performed by a combination of teleworking field work (at least 40% of the time depending on season) year round in all weather conditions and onsite work and meetings as needed. The responsibilities of this position will include regular and ongoing in-office work.
Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington stateandwithinareasonabledistancetotheirKingCountyworksitetorespondtoworkplacereportingrequirements.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled workhours.
To learn more about theRoad Services DivisionPermitting or Directors Office please visit our websites at:Road Services Division:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
