Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections
Associate Environmental Analyst (Shoreline)
Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Overview
The Land Use and Engineering Services Division of the Department of Construction and Inspections helps people build a safe, livable, and inclusive Seattle. We provide public information on regulations and permitting, and review proposals for compliance with land use, environmental and building codes. The division is fast-paced, production-focused, flexible, and promotes a supportive and collaborative work environment.
Position Associate Environmental Analyst — primarily reviews development projects for compliance with the Seattle Shoreline Master Program, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), and Environmentally Critical Areas code.
Responsibilities
Analyze and review shoreline substantial development permits and construction permits for compliance with Shoreline Program goals, policies, and standards.
Analyze and review project proposals subject to the City’s Environmental Critical Areas Code (ECA) and SEPA.
Review and assess shoreline exemption requests.
Identify mitigation to eliminate, reduce, rectify, or compensate for developmental impacts on ecological resources.
Review and analyze fish and wildlife reports, mitigation recommendations, or plans prepared by applicants to address shoreline impacts of proposed development.
Analyze and review appropriate habitat to address mitigation project impacts in the Shoreline and fish, and wildlife environmental critical areas.
Review environmental reports and coordinate work with environmental specialists and/or consultants.
Consult with state and federal agencies and tribes on habitat issues.
Coordinate across agencies and City departments to facilitate project review.
Provide information to the public, department associates, City agencies, and other jurisdictions about Seattle's Shoreline and ECA codes.
Identify and recommend solutions to applicants and land use staff on environmental and land use policies and regulatory issues.
Provide environmental policy and technical expertise to land use staff on complex land use decisions.
Interpret and apply knowledge of municipal codes and policies governing land use and environmentally critical areas protection.
Prepare public information materials including tips, website content, and written responses related to shoreline and ECA regulations.
Identify the need for new code development, revisions, or policy changes; recommend actions on code and policy changes.
Review and assist with the development or updating of codes that may be conflicting or vague; coordinate solutions to recurrent land use policy and procedural issues.
Perform policy and regulatory program development analysis on specific shoreline and environmental critical issues.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in natural or physical sciences, environmental sciences, planning (with emphasis on environmental issues), public administration/policy (with emphasis on natural resources), or related field.
Minimum of three years of experience in environmental research, environmental law, impact analysis, environmental compliance, toxic substance management, or related field. Other combinations of education, training, and experience will be evaluated for comparability.
Demonstrated experience with review and interpretation of development applications for consistency with state or local Shoreline regulations.
Ability to provide technical and detailed information related to shoreline and environmental regulations, often in complex and contentious scenarios.
Strong familiarity with mitigation sequencing and how it is applied to development proposals; knowledge of ecological function provided by native plants as part of a mitigation plan.
Ability to read landscape/planting plans, detailed construction documents, technical reports, and legal documents.
Ability to meet deadlines and juggle competing priorities.
Experience with SDCI permitting processes and systems, or related jurisdiction experience.
Ability to apply code in a consistent and predictable manner to a variety of development proposals.
Significant scientific knowledge of fish ecology, habitat, biology, or aquatic ecology.
Strong customer service and excellent oral and written communication skills; proactive and solution-oriented approach.
Work Environment / Physical Demands
Occasionally work with customers who may be argumentative or upset.
This work requires visits to active or proposed construction sites.
License, Certification, and Other Requirements
Current State of Washington driver's license or equivalent mobility.
Additional Information
To be considered, submit a cover letter describing how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications; a current resume outlining your professional work experience.
The full salary range for this position is $49.21 - $57.25 per hour. New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $49.21 per hour. Current City employees starting pay will be based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions.
EEO / Diversity The Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections is a proud participant in the Race and Social Justice Initiative, a citywide effort to realize racial equity. We require a strong commitment to customer service and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences; people of color, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Benefits The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and dependents. More information is available on the City’s benefits page.
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Position Associate Environmental Analyst — primarily reviews development projects for compliance with the Seattle Shoreline Master Program, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), and Environmentally Critical Areas code.
Responsibilities
Analyze and review shoreline substantial development permits and construction permits for compliance with Shoreline Program goals, policies, and standards.
Analyze and review project proposals subject to the City’s Environmental Critical Areas Code (ECA) and SEPA.
Review and assess shoreline exemption requests.
Identify mitigation to eliminate, reduce, rectify, or compensate for developmental impacts on ecological resources.
Review and analyze fish and wildlife reports, mitigation recommendations, or plans prepared by applicants to address shoreline impacts of proposed development.
Analyze and review appropriate habitat to address mitigation project impacts in the Shoreline and fish, and wildlife environmental critical areas.
Review environmental reports and coordinate work with environmental specialists and/or consultants.
Consult with state and federal agencies and tribes on habitat issues.
Coordinate across agencies and City departments to facilitate project review.
Provide information to the public, department associates, City agencies, and other jurisdictions about Seattle's Shoreline and ECA codes.
Identify and recommend solutions to applicants and land use staff on environmental and land use policies and regulatory issues.
Provide environmental policy and technical expertise to land use staff on complex land use decisions.
Interpret and apply knowledge of municipal codes and policies governing land use and environmentally critical areas protection.
Prepare public information materials including tips, website content, and written responses related to shoreline and ECA regulations.
Identify the need for new code development, revisions, or policy changes; recommend actions on code and policy changes.
Review and assist with the development or updating of codes that may be conflicting or vague; coordinate solutions to recurrent land use policy and procedural issues.
Perform policy and regulatory program development analysis on specific shoreline and environmental critical issues.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in natural or physical sciences, environmental sciences, planning (with emphasis on environmental issues), public administration/policy (with emphasis on natural resources), or related field.
Minimum of three years of experience in environmental research, environmental law, impact analysis, environmental compliance, toxic substance management, or related field. Other combinations of education, training, and experience will be evaluated for comparability.
Demonstrated experience with review and interpretation of development applications for consistency with state or local Shoreline regulations.
Ability to provide technical and detailed information related to shoreline and environmental regulations, often in complex and contentious scenarios.
Strong familiarity with mitigation sequencing and how it is applied to development proposals; knowledge of ecological function provided by native plants as part of a mitigation plan.
Ability to read landscape/planting plans, detailed construction documents, technical reports, and legal documents.
Ability to meet deadlines and juggle competing priorities.
Experience with SDCI permitting processes and systems, or related jurisdiction experience.
Ability to apply code in a consistent and predictable manner to a variety of development proposals.
Significant scientific knowledge of fish ecology, habitat, biology, or aquatic ecology.
Strong customer service and excellent oral and written communication skills; proactive and solution-oriented approach.
Work Environment / Physical Demands
Occasionally work with customers who may be argumentative or upset.
This work requires visits to active or proposed construction sites.
License, Certification, and Other Requirements
Current State of Washington driver's license or equivalent mobility.
Additional Information
To be considered, submit a cover letter describing how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications; a current resume outlining your professional work experience.
The full salary range for this position is $49.21 - $57.25 per hour. New employees begin at Step 1 of the pay progression, which is $49.21 per hour. Current City employees starting pay will be based on Personnel Rules regarding promotions.
EEO / Diversity The Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections is a proud participant in the Race and Social Justice Initiative, a citywide effort to realize racial equity. We require a strong commitment to customer service and a demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences; people of color, women, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Benefits The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and dependents. More information is available on the City’s benefits page.
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