Stormwater in the Schools Lead (Sr Planning & Development Spec - BU)

Position Description

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is recruiting for a Stormwater in the Schools Lead. This position works with community partners and Seattle's schools (primarily elementary level) to bring science-based water quality curriculum to youth through the formal education system. The successful candidate will be responsible for building relationships with schools, Tribes, and implementation partners; managing contracts; overseeing budget spending; reporting; and evaluating and adapting the program on a regular basis. This position works internally with SPU's stormwater engagement team and supports the implementation of broad stormwater engagement that meets regulatory requirements. This position also represents SPU in STORM, a regional network of jurisdictions doing similar stormwater engagement work.

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 1.6 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,500 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 Website
• SPU Workplace Expectations
• Strategic Business Plan
  
  

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.

Why join us?

About

We know work isn’t only about what you do, it’s also about who you work for and with! SPU provides a fun and family-friendly work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• Family-friendly and multicultural work environment
• Generous benefits package
• Free Orca Pass
• City pension plan with employer/employee contributions
• Growth potential and advancement opportunities
• Hybrid work schedule opportunities
  
  

Job Responsibilities

• Work with partners to provide experience-based school field trips to engage students in water quality curriculum.
• Work with partners to run Salmon in the Schools, which support schools raising young fish in school-based tanks and provides field trips to release young salmon in the wild.
• Engage with local tribes to shape programs and provide salmon eggs.
• Develop and manage contracts
• Track data and lead continuous evaluation and adaptation of the program.
• Review the program through an equity lens and implement recommendations for improvement.
• Represent SPU in the regional STORM network of local jurisdictions working in the stormwater engagement
  
  

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Qualifications

Experience: Requires (3) three 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 activities

AND

Education: Bachelor’s degree in planning, urban design, environmental studies, public administration or related field

Experience and Education Equivalency: (5) five years’ 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 activities.

Desired Qualifications

• Proven ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Interest and experience in working with community partner organizations
• Strong understanding of urban water quality and stormwater runoff
• Experience working with teachers and administrators in formal school systems
• Experience managing multi-year contracts
• Experience in managing a budget of at least $200,000 annually
• Experience identifying and implementing tactics to increase program equity
  
  

Additional Information

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Work is typically performed in an office environment.
• Requires working occasional nights and weekends to attend meetings
• Hybrid: This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. City employees may have the option to work remotely two days per week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor
  
  

Who 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 full salary for this position is $56.23 - $65.54 per hour.

How To Apply

• A full City of Seattle online application
• Resume, & Cover letter addressing your knowledge and experience, related to this position. If you do not attach these documents, you will no longer be considered.
  
  

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact: Dominic Sumlin at [email protected]

Benefits: 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 City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits

Learn more about Seattle Public Utilities at www.seattle.gov/util/ and check us out on social media.