Drainage Design Engineer II (TLT/SDA)

Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill 1 Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) or Special Duty Assignment (SDA) position. The TLT/SDA is anticipated to end October 17, 2025, with the possibility of extension.

King County Road Services Division is seeking a Drainage Design Engineer (Engineer II) to join our dynamic and supportive team. This position offers the opportunity to design stream crossings that integrate fish passage requirements, prepare road drainage plans and design reports, and collaborate with one of the most experienced and dedicated teams in the region. We're looking for candidates with a strong background in civil engineering and a passion for public service. If you thrive in a collaborative environment that values diversity, innovation, and inclusion, we encourage you to apply. Come make a difference with us at King County!

Our commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice

The Department of Local Services is deeply dedicated to fostering Equity, Racial and Social Justice in every aspect of our work. Our commitment to "True North" values which ensures every person has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential and forms the core of our mission and purpose. Our pledge is to cultivate, embrace, and celebrate the distinct experiences, viewpoints, and perspectives of our people, partners, and the communities we serve. Through this work, we dismantle systemic barriers, address inequities, and actively confront prejudices and biases. We acknowledge this journey is ongoing, and we remain steadfast in our efforts to create a positive impact for our employees and communities alike.

Job Duties

Applying equity, racial, and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this position, you will:

• Perform watershed analysis and hydraulic modeling.
• Prepare hydrologic reports, geomorphic assessments, hydraulic analyses and modeling reports, construction plans, specifications, special provisions, and cost estimates.
• Ensure all designs comply with the King County Road Standards, King County Surface Water Design Manual, and applicable local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
• Conduct field surveys to support fish passage project design and other roadway-related design projects.
• Provide technical expertise in CADD and Civil 3D, including troubleshooting and training, to develop engineering plans for fish passage, facilities, and roadway construction projects.

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

• Have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field and can demonstrate knowledge and experience in engineering design and principles, including CADD, Civil 3D, HEC-RAS, and fish passage and drainage system design-or possess any combination of education and experience necessary to perform the job duties.
• Have experience working effectively on a team and contributing to a work environment that embraces and encourages diversity, where differences are respected and valued.
• Able to track progress, review and analyze construction projects and schedules, conduct field evaluations and reviews, and provide recommendations for project scope and construction costs.
• Can manage and prioritize a high volume of diverse projects and multiple competing tasks with strong attention to detail.
• Skilled at reading, interpreting, and developing engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates for road, bridge, and stream restoration construction.
• Able to handle politically sensitive issues with professionalism and discretion.
• Have knowledge of watershed analysis, field surveys, fish passage and drainage system design, and hydrologic and hydraulic design for open channels and storm drainage systems.
• Are proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Access, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Project) and have skill using AutoCAD, GPS, and GIS software.

Additional Requirements

• Have a valid Washington State Driver's License
• Successfully pass a pre-employment physical

Desirable Requirements:

• A professional civil engineering license in the State of Washington

Supplemental Information

INTERVIEW SCHEDULE: Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to participate in an interview the week of 7/28/2025.

WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer. Current employees selected for a Special Duty Assignment will be compensated based on the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement or Master Labor Agreement for their base assignment if applicable.

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.

WORK SCHEDULE AND LOCATION: 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. This position reports to work either at King Street Center (201 S Jackson St, Seattle,) and/or Renton Maintenance Facility (155 Monroe Ave NE, Renton).

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.

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.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: This position is represented by: PROTEC17.

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.

To learn more about the Department of Local Services, please visit our website at:

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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.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

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.

To Apply

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.

For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:

Janice Antonio

Human Resource Analyst

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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:

• 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
• Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
• 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
• Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
• 12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
• Generous vacation and paid sick leave
• Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
• Flexible Spending Account
• Wellness programs
• Onsite activity centers
• Employee Giving Program
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
• Training and career development programs

For additional information about employee benefits, visit our Benefits, Payroll, and Retirement Page.

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.

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.

For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.

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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?

• 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.
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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

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