King County

Summary

This posting is open to all qualified candidates.

This is a great opportunity to embark on a career dedicated to protecting public health and the environment, working for an essential county agency and with teams of dedicated professionals.

About the Role:

The Wastewater Process Analyst I will be responsible for monitoring and optimizing one or more processes at the treatment plant under the guidance of supervisory or senior staff. Example processes include liquids treatment, solids treatment, odor control, gas handling, and Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) treatment. The Wastewater Process Analyst will also support capital project review/implementation, energy and chemical conservation initiatives, and the completion of regulatory tasks and reports. The Wastewater Process Analyst will become an expert on the plant’s various regulatory documents (e.g., Municipal Wastewater, Puget Sound Nutrient, CSO Consent Decree, and air permits) and help convey the requirements to plant leadership, operators, and maintenance workers.

About the Team:

The Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) protects water quality and public health in the central Puget Sound region by providing high quality and effective treatment to wastewater collected from our local sewer agencies. WTD serves about 2 million people within a 424-square-mile service area, which includes most urban areas of King County and parts of south Snohomish County and northeast Pierce County.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:

King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As a Process Analyst I, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.

Apply now for a rewarding career at the Wastewater Treatment Division of King County Department of Natural Resources & Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities.

Job Duties

What You Will Be Doing:

• Monitor and optimize wastewater treatment unit processes (liquids, solids/biosolids, air emissions, energy recovery, reclaimed water, etc.) and overall plant operations to ensure regulatory compliance and to optimize final product quality (effluent, biosolids, air emissions) and operation (cost-effectiveness).
• Assist in troubleshooting unit processes and associated equipment operation, monitoring systems and controls.
• Conduct research and evaluation of special studies and projects to optimize plant processes to ensure maximum performance and cost-effective operation as determined by the supervisor or senior staff.
• Make basic projections of chemical and energy use in plant processes and general plant operations for current and future conditions.
• Prepare and/or review technical reports, project proposals and progress reports as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Qualifications You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a scientific field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, in a physical science, engineering field, and/or wastewater, ranging from certificate programs through doctorate degrees and postgraduate work.
• Skill in written communication techniques and principles, to be measured through a detailed review of submitted materials (e.g., cover letter and resume). The cover letter should outline how the candidate’s work experience is applicable to this job posting.
• Computer proficiency, as measured through familiarity with and use of general software (Microsoft suite applications such as Teams, Outlook, and Excel) and/or through familiarity with and use of industry specific software (e.g., Lab Information Management Systems, Distributed Control Systems, Water Information Systems, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems).
• Work experience in wastewater, including but not limited to coursework and laboratory assignments, internships at treatment plants or an industrial manufacturer, and professional working experience at a treatment plant or wastewater consulting firm.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of a Washington State Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Group I certificate (or ability to achieve the Group I within 18 months of hire).

Competencies You Bring:

• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Plans and Aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• Manages complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

• Work Location: West Point Treatment Plant - 1400 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle, WA 98199
• Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
• Union Representation: This position is represented by Local SEIU 925 (Wastewater Treatment Division).

Application and Selection Process:

We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - outlining how your work experience aligns with this position
• Responses to the supplemental questions

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:

Rodney Dungo

HR Analyst

rdungo@kingcounty.gov

Discover More About the Wastewater Treatment Division: Visit our website and check us out on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, YouTube, and the WTD Blog.

Discover More About DNRP: Visit our DNRP website, explore an interactive map of our recent accomplishments, and check us out at Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Keeping King County Green News.

Sign up for Job Alerts to be notified of additional career opportunities with King County. Select the Natural Resources category for DNRP opportunities and explore other categories of interest.

Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.

Together with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work, and play.

Guided by our "True North", we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal, we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native Americans and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply

If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.

King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.

NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position. Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

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