TERM LIMITED TEMPORARY (TLT) Economist for Solid Waste Planning & Program Mgmt
TERM LIMITED TEMPORARY (TLT) Economist for Solid Waste Planning & Program Mgmt
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Position Description
Are you an experienced economist eager to apply your expertise to inform real-world challenges Join Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) as the temporary economist and put your data and analytical skills to work by assessing the economic environmental and social impacts of solid waste rate structures policies programs and changes in legislation and regulation.
This temporary Economist for Solid Waste will lead the evaluation and execution of key Solid Waste Line of Business (SWLOB) projects over a 35-month term. This role requires specialized economic and financial technical expertise to collect model and analyze data to support contract procurement and negotiations and to inform solid waste rate-setting and service design in response to changes in legislation and regulation. If this opportunity in applied economics to advance zero waste in Seattle appeals to you please continue reading and apply.
This Term Limited Temporary (TLT) opportunity is fully benefited is expected to last up to 35-months in duration and is open to all eligible and qualified candidates.
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. SPUs work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable andequitablestewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.
For more information about Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) check out the:
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
This temporary project-based role supports strategic planning and policy development for Seattles solid waste system through research analysis and program evaluation. The position contributes to key initiatives such as recycling reform reuse programs service model improvements and long-term sustainability planning.
Essential Responsibilities of the Term Limited Temp Economist position:- Lead benchmarking of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) packaging laws in multiple states to guide local implementation of Washingtons Recycling Reform Act and research residential recycling costs to support negotiations with the Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO).
- Analyze service improvements and middle housing impacts on collection costs; develop selection criteria for contracting solid waste services.
- Document methodology data and stakeholder processes for the triple-bottom-line analysis (i.e. financial social and environmental cost and benefit analysis) in Seattles comprehensive solid waste management plan.
- Evaluate solid waste programsincluding reuse food waste prevention Clean Alley Program (CAP) and self-haul diversionusing performance data and indicators to guide future improvements.
- Benchmark peer cities services for special events. Analyze and recommend service models for Seattles special event waste management to support high-diversion cost-effective operations.
- Monitor recycling commodity markets; collaborate on automating reporting tools with the analytics team.
- Refine solid waste tonnage forecasting models by sector and stream; analyze and enhance existing SQL and Python code used for projections.
Qualifications
Experience: Requires a minimum two (2) years of professional experience in economic and financial research and analysis.
Education: Bachelors degree in Economics Finance or other field involving extensive course work in economic and financial theory and analysis
Combinations of appropriate education training certification and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability to the minimum education and experience requirements.Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong quantitative analytical and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail and comfort working with data. Experience with statistical sampling and hypothesis testing is a plus.
- Proficiency in analytical tools and languages such as Python or R Oracle SQL Tableau and Power BI. Familiarity with GIS is a plus. Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools including advanced Excel skills and intermediate skills in PowerPoint Word Outlook SharePoint and OneDrive.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear accessible language for a range of audiences including non-technical stakeholders and decision-makers.
- Experience working as an economist in government utilities NGOs or academia. Background in sanitation solid waste environmental or sustainability fields is preferred but not required. Experience collaborating with diverse internal and external stakeholders including cross-departmental teams and agency partners.
Additional Information
How to Apply:
In addition to fully completing the online application we requirecandidates to attacha current resume and cover letter describing your work experience(s) and how that makes you a good candidate for this term limited temporary role.
The full salary range for this position is $52.13 per hour - $60.71 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:This position is open to allqualifiedcandidates.
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 Citys website at: covered family-members/most employees-plans
If you have any questions please contact Heather Baldwin-Stewart at.
Employment Type
Temp
