Asset Management Planning Engineer (CM V)
CLOSING DATE/TIME: Continuous
SALARY: $78,101.09 - $98,998.02 Annually
LOCATION: King Street Center - 201 S Jackson St, Seattle
JOB TYPE: Career Service, Full Time, 40 hrs/week
DEPARTMENT: Department of Natural Resources & Parks - Wastewater Treatment Division
JOB NUMBER: 2009SN00442
1st screen date is 2/20/09
Leads and performs high level asset management/engineering work involving wastewater treatment and collections systems including: project management; consultant contract management; economic analysis; maintenance and replacement strategy development, and integration of asset management with long-range comprehensive planning using WTD adopted asset maintenance and replacement strategies.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants.
WORK SCHEDULE:This career service position is not eligible for overtime compensation. The regular workweek is full-time 40 hours, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
JOB DUTIES: 1. Under general direction, leads and performs high level asset management/engineering work involving wastewater treatment and collections systems including: project management; consultant contract management; economic analysis; maintenance and replacement strategy development, and integration of asset management with long-range comprehensive planning using WTD adopted asset maintenance and replacement strategies.2. Manage implementation of Strategic Asset Management Plan (SAMP); conduct periodic revisions and updates to the SAMP.3. In consultation with plant reliability engineers and Operations and Maintenance staff, develop maintenance and replacement strategies for critical assets to mitigate cost and sewer rate impacts.4. Assist with problem and root cause identification, solutions, proposals, action planning, implementation or corrective measures when deficiencies in the Strategic Asset Management Plan are observed.5. Develop and present training and expertise on system applications, adopted asset management maintenance and replacement programs, and strategies. Provide other project engineering technical support as requested.6. Develop methodology and targets for asset management productivity program; track performance against targets.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
QUALIFICATIONS:· A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience and seven (7) years of engineering, maintenance or construction experience is required. Five (5) of the seven (7) years should include field inspection and duties similar to those performed by a Construction/Facilities Management IV.· Knowledge of mathematics, economics, physical and engineering sciences and the principles and methods of engineering and building systems and wastewater process equipment maintenance analysis and design.· Valid Washington State driver's license, or the ability to obtain one prior to the date of hire.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:· Thorough knowledge of engineering, construction, construction management, and maintenance principles and techniques.· Demonstrated experience and ability in asset management and maintenance best practices and conducting project alternative analysis using "full lifecycle" or "business case" economic cost evaluations for capital projects, including asset replacement decision justifications.· Problem solving skills and creative abilities to devise new systems and procedures.· Analytical abilities to evaluate alternative design and maintenance strategy proposals.· Demonstrated experience and ability to write planning documents, specifications and reports.· Ability to work with a diverse group of people, individually and in a team environment.· Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
HIGHLY DESIRABLE:1. Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration or other related course of study.2. Experience with public works contract administration is desired.3. Demonstrated experience and ability in the project engineer role, handling overall technical matters on projects.4. Wastewater pump station and treatment plant process design, construction management and/or inspection experience.5. Applied knowledge of RCM practices.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by the Technical Employee's Association (TEA).
SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants who meet or exceed the required qualifications and indicate that they possess the most competitive background in directly related experience, knowledge, and training may be invited to move forward in the selection process. The remaining selection process will include a combination of oral and written interviews. At each phase in the process, only the most competitive candidates will move forward. Reference contacts will be made with final candidates.
Apply online at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/kingcounty.
King County is committed to equity and diversity in the workplace.
Water Quality Supervisor
(Ref.# JP35421-MA)
posted 01-27-09
Location: Big Creek, CA
Basic Qualifications: Grade III California Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certificate and/or Grade II California Water Treatment and Distribution Certification(s). Five or more years' combined experience performing or supervising water treatment, distribution and/or wastewater treatment operational and compliance activity.
General Job Requirements: * Typically possesses an Associate's Degree in a technical discipline or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. * Demonstrated experience: - preparing reports for submission to regulatory agencies. - prioritizing work loads, developing schedules, developing work plans, and determining resource allocation for multiple concurrent projects. - prioritizing work loads, developing schedules, developing work plans, and determining resource allocation for multiple concurrent projects. - with Microsoft Excel and Word. * Must be knowledgeable of basic safe work practices and personal safety equipment usage. * Demonstrated knowledge applying human resource policies and principles, including coaching, and training. * Demonstrated ability to: - make effective, strategic decisions with minor to moderate impact. - motivate self and others to overcome obstacles and achieve goals. - interface effectively with direct reports, peers, contractors, regulatory agencies and all levels of management to update project status, develop solutions, and ensure stakeholder buy-in. - take initiative and accountability for results. * Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, and be customer focused, to appropriately identify and respond to business needs. * Demonstrated mathematical and technical writing skills as they apply to the operation the distribution and waste water treatment plants.
Preferred Skills: BS in Engineering, biological science, chemistry, or environmental science. Broad knowledge of applicable governmental and regulatory laws and requirements .Experience analyzing operating records and lab results to determine necessary process changes and to develop guidelines for operators to follow in operating the distribution and treatment plants.
Typical Responsibilities: The Water Quality Supervisor will report to the Water Management Supervisor and is directly responsible for the supervision of personnel performing operations, maintenance and testing for nine small water treatment plants and one wastewater treatment plant in the Northern Hydro Division. Typical responsibilities include: supervising permits compliance, including verification of data collected and timely submission of agency reports; assuring all regulatory deadlines are met; ensuring that all aspects directly related to water quality are optimized, including safe work practices, resource utilization, personnel productivity, and communications; providing direction, coaching, support, leadership and development opportunities to staff personnel; meeting established goals related to water quality compliance, including all governmental agency requirements; ensuring appropriate training of subordinates; actively seeking career development opportunities for assuring recognition of and administering discipline to direct reports; conducting performance reviews, developing performance expectations, and providing developmental feedback and training; interfacing with subordinates, peers, and management regarding daily work activities; assuring accurate timekeeping/ accounting; facilitating the availability of proper resources, equipment and technology; assuring quality and timeliness of completed work; assuring that required safety, environmental and skill training goals are met; schedule project completion dates, budget costs and provide progress updates; and other duties as directed.
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume in confidence by visiting www.edisonjobs.com.
Edison International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Air Policy & Regulatory Manager
(Ref.# JP35091-TF)
posted 12-17-08
Location: Rosemead, CA
Basic Qualification: Must have experience with the US and/or California environmental regulatory agencies, law, and regulation in the areas of air quality and global warming.
Job Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Policy, Engineering, Business or related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Typically possesses seven or more years experience in organizational programs, policy analysis and relations with environmental regulatory agencies, including five or more years of supervisory or project management experience. Demonstrated experience in the rulemaking process governed by the state and federal Administrative Procedures Acts. Demonstrated experience to accurately analyze information, integrate people processes, systems, and technologies, and make strategic decisions regarding project scope, impact, policy, development, and implementation. Demonstrated experience with environmental project or program oversight. Demonstrated experience with legislative review. Demonstrated knowledge of environmental regulatory aspects of large electrical generation, transmission and distribution systems, including power generation and transmission/distribution systems such as Southern California Edison. Must have excellent personal interaction, oral and written communication skills, and be customer focused to appropriately identify and respond to internal clients' business needs and facilitate the presentation of recommendations. Must demonstrate the ability to interface effectively and collaborate with clients, peers, project personnel and all levels of management to develop solutions and ensure stakeholder buy-in. Must demonstrate the ability to take initiative and accountability for results. Must be proficient in use of typical computing software tools.
Preferences: Master's Degree in Environmental Policy, Engineering, Business or related field.
Typical Responsibilities: The Air Policy & Regulatory Manager will act as a liaison with assigned environmental regulatory agencies and expert trade associations. Typical responsibilities will include: working with Corporate Environmental Health and Safety, Law, and Operating divisions to refine positions on pending environmental issues and cases; keeping the Corporate Environmental Policy Division informed of pending legislation and regulation; working with trade associations and other coalitions including environmental non-governmental groups for resolution of policy issues of concern to Edison; leading and/or participating in Corporate Teams (such as representatives from Public Affairs, Law, Power Production, and Operations Support) dealing with issues of significance such as resolution of lack of emission offsets for the citing of power generation within Edison's load center, implementing the California Climate Solution Act of 2006 and performing other duties and responsibilities as required.
If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume in confidence by visiting www.edisonjobs.com.
Edison International is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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