Nature of Work
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for the environment and experience developing policies and programs that support watershed planning, salmon recovery, conservation land management and forestry management in a changing climate? The City of Bellingham is seeking a Special Projects Manager in the award-winning Public Works Natural Resources division. Join our talented and growing team!
This position develops, manages and coordinates the implementation of environmental policies and programs in the areas of watershed planning; regional salmon recovery; water quality and quantity issues including modeling; water rights; conservation land management including forestry management planning and restoration; invasive species management; climate adaptation planning including vulnerability assessments for the Lake Whatcom watershed; and other programs as assigned. Develops policies and frameworks for emerging natural resources issues. Manages programs, prepares budgets, maintains regulatory compliance and supervises assigned staff. Facilitates, collaborates and coordinates with staff from all City Departments, outside agencies, tribes, and other governmental entities to accomplish the goals and mission of the Public Works Department and Natural Resources Division.
SALARY AND BENEFITS INFORMATION:
The current full salary range for this position is $8,265/month - $10,013/month.
Research has demonstrated that salary negotiation can further inequality due to bias across gender and race. To prevent negotiation bias, the City places new employees within the published salary range based on qualifications and professional experience as listed on the application material, in accordance with City policy. This is in line with the City's commitment to accessibility, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates who exceed the minimum experience requirements shall be given credit for advanced step placement at the rate of one additional pay step for each two full years of directly related or equivalent professional experience beyond the minimum requirements. Candidates who meet minimum qualifications or have experience that is not directly related or in a lower-level position will be placed at step one in the salary range. For positions that require a bachelor’s degree, one additional step may be granted for applicants with a master’s degree in a related field when the master’s degree is not required to meet minimum qualifications. The City's HR Department regularly evaluates minimum qualifications to provide equitable employment opportunities.
For internal candidates, placement within the range is based on City Pay Placement Procedures.
This position is represented by a union. Employees receive step increases annually in accordance with the Teamsters (Supervisory and Professional Unit) Collective Bargaining Agreement and City policy.
City of Bellingham employees receive medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as life insurance and long-term disability. Additional benefits include flexible spending accounts, a medical insurance opt-out program, and access to our employee assistance program. All eligible City employees are enrolled in a Washington State Department of Retirement Systems pension plan. Additionally, employees may elect to participate in the City’s 457 deferred compensation retirement savings plan.
Employees will receive 12 paid holidays in addition to one paid floating holiday each year. At the time of hire, employees will accrue 8 hours of sick leave and 10 hours of vacation per month. Vacation accruals increase based on years of service. Leave accruals are based on 1.0 FTE, accruals are pro-rated if part-time and require employees to be in paid status at least 120 hours/month.
For additional information regarding benefits and compensation Information please visit the following:
Labor Agreements, Pay Schedules and E-Team Employee Handbook - City of Bellingham (cob.org)
Employment Benefits - City of Bellingham (cob.org)
Closing Date/Time: Fri. 11/1/24 4:30 PM Pacific Time
http://www.cob.org/employment
