TERM LIMITED TEMPORARY (TLT) Organics, Natural Yard Care, and Waste Prevention Planner (P&D Spec II)
TERM LIMITED TEMPORARY (TLT) Organics, Natural Yard Care, and Waste Prevention Planner (P&D Spec II)
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Position Description
Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) Solid Waste Line of Business has an exciting opportunity for aTerm Limited Temporary (TLT) Organics Natural Lawn Care and Waste Prevention Planner(Planning & Development Specialist II) to supportthe implementation ofnewcityand stateorganics managementlaws the development and launch of a natural yard care campaign andmeasuringprogress towardsSPUs new waste prevention goals.
This Term Limited Temporary (TLT) opportunity is fully benefited is expected to last up to 24-monthsand 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 and equitable stewardship 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
Primary Responsibilities for this TLT Organics Natural Lawn Care and Waste Prevention Planner:
Overseeupdates toCity of SeattlespecificationsandpurchasingguidelinestocomplywithWashingtons new Organics Management Laws includingidentifyingrelevantpublicationsand coordinating updatesacrossCitydepartments.
Update and/or develop systems andcommunicationstoolstosupportcompliance with the neworganics managementrequirements.
Managethedevelopment and application of tools (e.g. surveys case study designsspreadsheetsmaps etc.) toestablishbaseline measurementsfor SPUs new waste preventionmetrics includingoverseeingconsultant contractscoordinating input from staffcollectingand analyzingdata andpresenting findings.
Coordinate updates to communication tools (e.g. websites publications videos etc.) related tonatural yard carethebenefits ofusingcompostand waste prevention including drafting content collecting input from staff and working with vendors that provide graphic design videography accessibility and translation/transcreation services.
Engage with external agency partners to align messaging andleverageresources.
Qualifications
Experience: Two (2) years of experience in planning and research related to land use urban economics human services environmental issues conservation or other work directly related to City planning and development work
Education:Bachelors degree in Planning Urban Design Environmental Studies Public Administration orrelated discipline. (If no degree an additional two (2) years of relevant experience is required)Combinations of appropriate education training certification and experience(s) will be evaluated on an individual basis for comparability.
Desired Qualifications:Natural yard care/sustainablelandscapingknowledgeand/orexperience withmunicipal-scaleorganics management.
Demonstrated ability tosuccessfully lead and delivercomplex projectsfrom initiation tocompletion.
Strongproblem-solving and critical thinkingskills.
Experienceevaluating programs including developingmeasurementstrategies and tools(e.g. surveys focus groupscase studies etc.)collecting andanalyzing data andpresentingfindings.
Skilled incommunicatingcomplex information clearly and conciselyfor multiple audiencesusing a variety of methods(e.g.written verbalprint brochures weband others).
Expertiseindevelopingand implementingeffectivestrategies thatadvanceequitableaccess andpositiveoutcomes for diverse communities.
Experience coordinatingacrossmultiple stakeholders.
Additional Information
How to Apply:
In addition to fully completing the online applicationwe require candidates to attacha current resume and cover letter describing your work experience(s) and how that makes you a good candidate for this role.
The full salary range for this position is $47.54 per hour - $55.32 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:All qualified candidates may apply
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
