<p>Summary</p> <p>The recruitment for this position is open to internal King County Department of Local services employees only. This Special Duty Assignment will be expected to last through mid-October 2025.</p> <p>King County Road Services Division - Engineering Section is seeking a special duty assignment of a Drainage Engineer (Engineer III) to join our dynamic team! Our successful candidate will serve in a lead capacity in a multi-disciplinary team overseeing consultant designs for fish passage restoration projects delivered through contract construction. This position ensures that engineering designs align with the King County Road Standards and the King County Surface Water Design Manual, while integrating fish passage requirements into the design and construction of stream crossings. If you have a strong background in civil engineering and a passion for making a difference through collaborative, inclusive teamwork-we'd love to have you on our team!</p> <p>Our Commitment to Equity, Racial, and Social Justice</p> <p>The Department of Local Services is deeply committed to advancing Equity, Racial, and Social Justice in all aspects of our work. Guided by our "True North" values, we strive to ensure every person has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential-this commitment is at the heart of our mission. We pledge to cultivate, embrace, and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives, and voices of our employees, partners, and the communities we serve. Through this work, we actively dismantle systemic barriers, address inequities, and confront biases and prejudices. We recognize that this is an ongoing journey, and we remain steadfast in our efforts to create meaningful, lasting change for both our workforce and the communities we support.</p> <p>Job Duties</p> <p>Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.</p> <ul> <li>Lead a team of fish passage design engineers by planning, directing, and monitoring their daily work on fish passage projects. </li><li>Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and work plans to ensure timely and effective project delivery. </li><li>Serve as a liaison between consultants, construction contract administrators, maintenance supervisors, crew chiefs, design engineers, geotechnical and structural staff, environmental teams, and permitting agencies. </li><li>Prepare or manage the development of hydrologic reports, geomorphic assessments, hydraulic analyses and modeling reports, construction plans, specifications, special provisions, and cost estimates. </li><li>Review and approve drainage design reports, construction plans, specifications, and engineer's estimates. </li><li>Ensure all designs comply with the King County Road Standards, King County Surface Water Design Manual, and applicable local, state, and federal environmental regulations. </li></ul> <p>Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills</p> <ul> <li>Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles with demonstrated experience in drainage and fish passage design. </li><li>Experience with floodplain and hydrologic modeling tools such as HEC-RAS and MGS Flood, as well as geomorphologic analysis of streams and rivers. </li><li>Proven ability to design stormwater conveyance and treatment systems in compliance with regulatory and environmental standards. </li><li>Experience preparing and reviewing construction plans, specifications, and estimates for drainage and fish passage projects. </li><li>Familiarity with drainage and roadway feature maintenance, construction practices, design principles, and applicable standards. </li><li>Effective leadership skills, including the ability to manage and mentor staff, hold crucial conversations, and apply sound project management principles. </li><li>Demonstrated success working in and contributing to a diverse and inclusive team environment where differences are valued and respected. </li><li>Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage a high volume of projects, prioritize competing tasks, and maintain attention to detail. </li><li>Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. </li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Project, and Access. </li></ul> <p>Additional Requirements</p> <ul> <li>A valid Washington State driver's license. </li></ul> <p>Desirable Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Professional Engineering license (PE) in the State of Washington </li></ul> <p>Supplemental Information</p> <p>WORKING CONDITIONS:</p> <ul> <li>Work in the field may require driving within the King County Road network while using street maps to determine and reach the field location </li><li>Work outdoors, which may require walking on uneven, rocky or rough ground, or working in inclement weather for extended periods of time </li><li>Field conditions will sometimes include being in the traffic environment to work outside for long periods of time </li><li>Work in the office requires sitting for long periods of viewing video monitors </li><li>Required to sit, talk, listen and hear; frequently required to use hands to finger, feel or handle writing instruments, computer and office supplies which require repetitive arm, wrist and hand movement </li><li>Specific vision abilities include close, distant, color and physical activity </li><li>Ability to work either an early or later schedule to provide adequate coverage of the Traffic Management Center </li><li>Ability to work in an office setting and conduct physical site inspections and evaluations, including during unfavorable and inclement weather conditions </li><li>Occasional work after hours conducting field work and signal timing implementation </li></ul> <p>INTERVIEW SCHEDULE: First review of applications will take place the week of 5/12/2025. Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to participate in an interview the week of 5/19/2025.</p> <p>WHO MAY APPLY: This recruitment is open to internal King County Department of Local services employees only. Special duty opportunities are open only to current King County career service employees who have completed their initial probation. Special duty applicants must have approval from their current supervisor to accept an assignment. Current employees selected for special duty will be compensated based upon the provisions of the collective bargaining agreement, King County Personnel Guidelines, or Coalition Labor Agreement for their base assignment. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer.</p> <p>APPLICATION PROCESS: A full and complete King County application is required. You may also provide a resume and cover letter, summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position. Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews.</p> <p>WORK SCHEDULE: This position has a Monday-Friday work week with 8-hour days and variable shifts. This position is Non-Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standard Act and is eligible for overtime pay, with prior supervisor approval.</p> <p>EMERGENCY DESIGNATION STATUS: This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical - Employees who staff county functions or services that may be delayed, suspended, or diverted in an emergency while essential functions are prioritized Mission Critical.</p> <p>Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit HR Policy County Operations During Emergency Situations and the King County Guidelines for Workforce Management in an Emergency.</p> <p>UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by: C1 PROTEC17-DES, DLS, DNRP.</p> <p>TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT: This is a hybrid position. The work associated with this position will be performed by teleworking, onsite work and meetings as needed. The responsibilities of this position will include regular and ongoing in-office work. Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements. Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.</p> <p>To learn more about the Road Services Division please visit our websites at:</p> <p>https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/local-services/transit-transportation-roads/roads-and-bridges/road-services</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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 American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.</p> <p>King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer</p> <p>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.</p> <p>To Apply</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:</p> <p>Janice Antonio</p> <p>Human Resource Analyst</p> <p>(206) 263-2003</p> <p>jantonio@kingcounty.gov</p> <p>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:</p> <ul> <li>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 </li><li>Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents </li><li>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 </li><li>Transportation program and ORCA transit pass </li><li>12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays </li><li>Generous vacation and paid sick leave </li><li>Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves </li><li>Flexible Spending Account </li><li>Wellness programs </li><li>Onsite activity centers </li><li>Employee Giving Program </li><li>Employee assistance programs </li><li>Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position </li><li>Training and career development programs </li></ul> <p>For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.</p> <p>01</p> <p>Are you applying to this position as an eligible current or previous King County Employee Priority Placement Program Participant? AND Is this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? AND Do you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?</p> <ul> <li>Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one. </li><li>No. </li></ul> <p>02</p> <p>If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided: 1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice 2. The department you worked in 3. The effective date of your layoff</p> <p>Required Question</p> <p>Employer King County</p> <p>Address King Street Center</p> <p>201 South Jackson Street</p> <p>Seattle, Washington, 98104</p> <p>Phone 206-477-3404</p> <p>Website http://www.kingcounty.gov/</p>