Planner Job at State of Washington Dept. of Health
State of Washington Dept. of Health King County, WA
$5,393 - $7,253 a month
Description
Make a difference.
The Environmental Planner 3 administers the Office of Drinking Water’s planning program in an assigned region under the supervision of the Assistant Regional Manager. This involves being the facilitator between public water systems and local planning as well as lead the review and approval process for water system plans, small water system management programs, and other planning documents.
This position also represents the department and acts as technical liaison with watershed planning units, local government, and the Department of Ecology, and coordinates and provides direction to staff on water resource issues.
Duties Include
- Managing and coordinating the water system planning program in an assigned geographic area.
- Facilitating and reviewing utility water system plans and small water system management programs**.
- Communicating review comments to utility governing bodies, consultants, and other agencies as appropriate.
- Communicating planning requirements to utilities and coordinating with ODW staff so that utilities comply with State Revolving Fund, WAC 246-296, requirements.
- Implementing department policies, guidelines, and procedures related to the water system planning program.
- Maintaining, tracking, analyzing, and reporting regional planning program workload to staff and management.
- Providing technical assistance to utilities, local government, ODW staff, and other stakeholders related to water system planning, conservation, and integration of water rights with the ODW water system planning and plan approval process.
- Representing the department and acting as technical liaison with local government and watershed planning units.
- Coordinating with other ODW regional planners and managers to develop policies, procedures, and standards to implement strategic shifts and improvements in the statewide ODW planning program.
- Speak publicly before management, colleagues, purveyors, and the community.
**Includes programs prepared in accordance with WAC 246-290, Coordinated Water System Plans prepared in accordance with WAC 246-293, Satellite Management Plans prepared in accordance with WAC 246-295, and regional Wellhead Protection Plans prepared in accordance with WAC 246-290.
This full-time, permanent Environmental Planner 3 (EP3) position is positioned in the *Northwest Regional Office. Telework (mobile work) is currently expected. When approved, the incumbent will work with their supervisor(s) to identify an appropriate work schedule and balance including telework and reporting to their duty station. They will be expected to occasionally participate in work activities in the assigned region which may include attending in-person local municipality or partner meetings.
NW region includes Whatcom, Skagit, San Juan, Island, Snohomish, King, and Pierce
Work that matters.
Public health promotes and protects the health of the people of the state of Washington, in the communities where they live, learn, work, and play.
The agency realizes that our efforts to achieve more equitable health outcomes for the communities we serve begin with our ability to operationalize and institutionalize equity throughout our internal policies, systems, and practices.
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Join a great team and lead us into the future.
The Office of Drinking Water (ODW) works with others to ensure safe and reliable drinking water to the people of Washington State. More than 85 percent of the state’s population gets their drinking water from public water systems. Public water systems and their waterworks operators are our first line of defense against contaminants getting into our public water supplies and people getting sick.
About us.
The Department of Health (DOH) works with others to protect and improve the health of all people in Washington state. We are committed to our cornerstone values of
Equity, Innovation, and Engagement (EIE) to reenergize our commitment to health for all — creating policies and conditions so everyone can live their healthiest lives. We cannot embark on this journey alone. We must collaborate with communities, community-based organizations, local public health entities, governmental partners, health care providers and systems, the private sector, Tribal Nations, and many, many more. Infusing our agency’s values into how we transform our services, go about our activities, and strengthen our core work, is critical to the bright and robust future ahead.
Learn more about our Transformational Plan
Why DOH? We offer...
- One of the most competitive benefits package in the nation that is designed to meet the needs of you and your family. Beyond the traditional benefits such as Health, Life Insurance, Retirement, and related benefits, we offer Flex Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Assistance, Deferred Compensation and so much more.
- A commitment to work/life balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for many positions.
- A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion that fosters an inclusive environment.
- Employees earn between 14 and 25 days of paid vacation per year depending on the length of employment.
- A wellness program that offers education, access to healthy food, and fitness classes.
- An Infant at Work Program based on the long-term health values of breastfeeding newborns and infant-parent bonding.
- Employee resource groups that provide forums for employees to gather and share ideas about matters that affect their personal and professional lives and support career development.
- DOH is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
Our Ideal Candidate.
Has a driving passion for this work, brings humility to their job and interactions, and understands how their actions affect others. They see the needs and objectives of others and take them into account while achieving their objectives, and they adapt their approach and expectations accordingly. They demonstrate resilience and outward behaviors even when confronted with others who are not open or collaborative.
Required Qualifications.
A Bachelor's degree or above with major emphasis in planning, public administration, environmental studies, finance, economics, management, or related field.
AND
Two years of experience working with water utilities, water utility employees, or government drinking water programs.
OR
One year of experience as an Environmental Planner 2.
Desired Qualifications
Experience providing training and technical assistance.- Knowledge of public water system operations, management, and financing.
- Experience working with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Experience managing projects and working in a team environment.
- Familiarity with state and federal government funding programs used in Washington State for public utilities.
Application Process
Intrigued? Click "Apply" to submit your detailed application profile along with the following:
A cover letter (without any personal pictures), describing how you meet the qualifications and why you are interested in this position.- A current resume (without any personal pictures).
- Three (3) or more professional references, to be listed in your profile under the references section which includes at least one supervisor, peer, and (if you have supervised staff) someone you have supervised or led.
Important Note: Do not attach any documents that include photos, letters of recommendation, or private information (social security number, year of birth, transcripts, etc.).
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and year of birth.
Union Representation
This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Conditions of Employment/Working Conditions
All employees engaging in work for the Department of Health must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before their hire date. The Office of Human Resources will verify proof of vaccination after an employment offer has been extended.
Please reach out to Human Resources at HR@doh.wa.gov if you need information on a medical or religious accommodation.
With or without an accommodation, I am willing and able to:
Work a full-time 40-hour work week but must be willing to occasionally adjust work-schedule to meet business needs, which may include evenings and weekends. A flexible work schedule will be considered upon request and supervisor approval.
- Occasionally travel, as needed, either alone or with another person, overnight, for several days, in and/or out of state.
- Legally operate a state- or privately-owned vehicle OR provide alternative transportation while on state business.
- Speak publicly before management, colleagues, purveyors, and the community.
- Participate in emergency response exercises and emergency events/high-priority assignments, as assigned.
If you have questions, need alternative formats, or other assistance please contact Andrea Thieme at andrea.thieme@doh.wa.gov or (360) 918-6601. or TDD Relay at 1-800-833-6384 or 7-1-1.
Technical support is provided by NEOGOV, 855-524-5627 (can’t log in, password or email issues, error messages).
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Supplemental Information
This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in-full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
Experience and/or education selected, listed, and/or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the detailed applicant profile submitted.
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