King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks

🌟 Join Our Leadership Team! 🌟 We're excited to announce a unique opportunity to become the Deputy Director of the Water and Land Resources Division in King County! Lead over 400 dedicated environmental stewards committed to: - Protecting water quality - Preserving open space - Reducing flood risk - Restoring salmon habitat - Reducing hazardous waste - Improving climate resiliency As a watershed utility, you'll collaborate with scientists, engineers, policy experts, ecologists, administrators, communicators, and project managers to create clean water and healthy land for all. You will thrive in this role if you: - Are a creative problem solver who enjoys cross-disciplinary work - Communicate science, policy, and fiscal considerations effectively - Are passionate about equity and social justice in environmental work - Are customer-focused and committed to public service - Are comfortable navigating uncertainty - Are inspired by our mission to protect, restore, and manage King County's water and land Ready to make a difference? Apply now and help us shape a sustainable future for King County! 🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/3yuSoQt #Hiring #EnvironmentalJobs #Leadership #KingCounty #Sustainability #PublicService

King County Aquatic Center lifeguards and staff were recently recognized by the King County Council for saving the life of a young athlete during a swim competition. Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer praised the preparedness, teamwork, and quick-thinking of all the employees who helped in the rescue. Thank you to all the lifeguards, staff, and first responders who played a part in saving a life! Read all about the rescue and see a video from the ceremony ➡ https://lnkd.in/g99_HBcR

Excited to bring your Employee and Labor Relations skills to a team committed to environmental stewardship? Join us as an Employee and Labor Relations Representative. Become part of a dynamic, supportive HR team that thrives on diverse perspectives and creative solutions. Champion a positive, inclusive, and supportive workplace while shaping policies and fostering partnerships for environmental excellence. Apply today to make a meaningful impact on our organization and the environment - https://bit.ly/3SHW34f #LaborRelations #EmployeeRelations #EnvironmentalStewardship #Sustainability #Remotework #GoPublic

Our Wastewater Team is seeking an enthusiastic, agile, and collaborative individual to serve as the Capital Equity Program Manager in the capital Project Planning and Delivery (PPD) section at King County Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD). WTD’s growing capital program is one of the largest in the region and touches many communities in King County. The Capital Equity Program Manager will collaborate with Capital Division staff and management, WTD’s ESJ Committee, community partners, vendors, and other interested parties within King County that are responsible for delivering capital programs for their respective organizations. If this sounds like you, learn more here! https://bit.ly/3LZK2U5 #ProgramManagement #CapitalProjects #Equity&SocialJustice #GoPublic

Did you know that King County is the first local government in the county to create a certified carbon credit program that protects both urban and rural forests? Thanks to public and private organizations that have purchased 65,000 carbon credits from us so far – including Seattle University, Forsake outdoor footwear, and Major League Baseball to offset the 2023 All-Star Game hosted in Seattle, we have  ✅ Stored carbon   ✅ Protected tree canopy   ✅ Improved water quality  ✅ Enhanced habitat  at minimal costs to taxpayers!  📽️ Watch the video to see our progress and read more: https://lnkd.in/grkQkvSc  

Communicate your passion, relevant skills, and proven results to be a standout candidate! Show Enthusiasm: "I’m excited about this role due to your commitment to sustainability, which matches my passion for environmental conservation." Align Skills: "You're seeking strong organizational skills and attention to detail. As a student event organizer, I managed logistics, budgets, and vendor relations with checklists, timelines, and detailed spreadsheets. I will apply these skills to ensure your events run smoothly and successfully." Quantify Achievements: "In my last role as a mechanic, I boosted equipment uptime by 15% through proactive maintenance and early issue detection, significantly reducing downtime and enhancing efficiency." Leverage these skills and join us at DNRP to make a meaningful impact on environmental conservation and sustainability: https://bit.ly/41FdTbg #GoPublic #JobInterview #InterviewTips #ProfessionalGrowth #InterviewSkills #CareerSuccess #Environment #Sustainability #GreenJobs

Our history is written in the mud of Lake Washington. Our researchers studying lakebed sediment found levels of PCBs dramatically declined once the widely used toxics were banned more than 50 years ago. Their findings reaffirm the effectiveness of regulations and personal actions and offer a strategy for addressing emerging environmental threats, including stormwater pollution. They took core samples from the bottom of Lake Washington, capturing more than 150 years of local history. The study conducted by scientists aboard our research vessel, SoundGuardian, also showed how the techniques for collecting and analyzing samples could be used in other research to detect human-caused change in environmental conditions. Read more about the study: https://lnkd.in/g3apciEw

Congratulations to @Homestead Community Land Trust for earning SALMON-SAFE and Zero Energy certifications, showing how affordable housing and environmentally resilient communities can go hand-in-hand! We are pleased that a King County WaterWorks grant supported green infrastructure features on the Tukwila housing site, including underground storage of stormwater runoff and bioswales to minimize runoff. We are administering another WaterWorks grant for green stormwater features at an affordable housing project in Bryn Mawr-SkyWay. The WaterWorks Grant Program, administered by King County Wastewater Treatment Division, has provided more than $22 million for 305 community projects to improve our region’s water quality since it began in 2015. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eYcMfjkd

Are you ready to lead a dedicated team of operations and maintenance professionals and help shape the strategic direction for a complex wastewater system? King County's Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) is seeking an experienced leader for the West Offsite Operations and Maintenance team. This role involves overseeing 29 skilled Operators and Facilities Maintenance staff, managing the planning and processes for west offsite wet weather facilities, and maintaining offsite and West Point facilities. As a member of the O&M Leadership team, you will play a crucial role in advancing the goals of our division. Joining KC WTD means benefiting from a supportive work-life balance, extensive professional growth opportunities, and comprehensive family benefits. You'll have the chance to innovate and continuously improve public service, working with industry leaders across various functional groups. Our O&M Section is dedicated to the safe, environmentally protective treatment of wastewater for 1.9 million residents, encompassing five treatment facilities, 48 pump stations, and 400 miles of conveyance piping. Be a part of a forward-thinking team committed to sustainability, equity, and excellence in public service. Apply today! https://bit.ly/3Y9VJ1E

Passionate about vehicle maintenance?   Join our team as a Solid Waste Preventive Maintenance Specialist (Oiler). You'll help keep our fleet—from light vehicles to heavy-duty trucks and construction equipment—running smoothly. It's the perfect opportunity for anyone with shop experience looking to expand their knowledge in light automotive vehicles, medium to heavy-duty trucks, and construction equipment.   Take the next step in your career and apply today! - https://bit.ly/4bHDbsF #VehicleMaintenance #PreventiveMaintenance #FleetManagement #AutomotiveCare #kingcountyjobs