TERM LIMITED TEMPORARY (TLT) Public Records Project Specialist (P&D Spec II) presso City of Seattle, WA
City of Seattle, WA · Seattle, Stati Uniti d'America · Hybrid
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About the Department
Seattle Public Utilities has a Term Limited Temporary (TLT) Public Records Project Specialist (P&D Spec II) opportunity for an experienced administrative professional for the department’s Risk and Quality Assurance (RQA) division, Compliance and Legal Affairs section to support special projects in public records disclosure work and document control of policies, procedures and rules. The position reports to Strategic Advisor/Public Disclosure Officer.
This Term Limited Temporary (TLT) opportunities is expected to last up to 35 months and is a fully benefited temporary assignment.
About Seattle Public Utilities: Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is a community-centered utility that delivers vital services to Seattle residents and businesses including drinking water, drainage and wastewater, and garbage/recycling/compost. SPU also provides drinking water for 1.5 million customers in the region. SPU’s work includes system maintenance and improvements and keeping Seattle clean. Over 1,400 SPU employees work with our community to provide affordable and equitable stewardship of our water and waste resources for future generations.
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Position Duties
- Assist special projects in public records and disclosure work; document and revise rules and processes in public disclosure requests, legal requests for information, union requests and subpoenas.
- Support the analysis and remediation of rule/policy documents on the intranet (SPUweb) and internet (Seattle.gov) sites to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and mayor’s executive order.
- Plan and coordinate projects in electronic records management, retention schedules, archiving, and electronic discovery (ediscovery).
- Assist in the transfer of programs and functions from other departments to SPU, in the areas of rulemaking, public records and disclosures.
- Analyze, process and respond to public disclosure and records requests according to the Public Records Act (RCW 42.56), including evaluating information for confidentiality and nondisclosures.
- Research, write, edit, format and publish policies, procedures, rules, and related documents.
- Coordinate the public involvement and approval processes for Director’s Rules.
- Provide project and planning support to the division, as assigned.
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: Requires a minimum of two (2) years' experience in planning and research related to land use, urban economics, human services, environmental issues, conservation; or other work directly related to City planning and development work
Education: Bachelor's degree in Planning, Urban Design, Environmental Studies, Public Administration, or related field
- Experience in public records management, public engagement or paralegal work
- Experience in document management, formatting, electronic signatures and web content
- Intermediate to advanced writing, editing and communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly advanced Word and Outlook, as well as Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Sign and SharePoint
- Proven self-starter and multitasker
- Excellent customer service
Other Qualifications
How to Apply:
In addition to fully completing the online application, please attached the following:
Your resume and cover letter addressing your knowledge and experience related to this position.
A sample of your own writing on at least one of the following:
Correspondence with a business or customer
Instruction or procedure document
Webpage content (SharePoint or internet)
Project, planning or proposal outline
Workplace Environment/Expectation:
This position allows for the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule. City employees will have the option to work remotely two days a week. Individual schedules will be agreed upon by the employee and their supervisor.
Who may apply:
The City of Seattle encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experience. This position is open to all qualified candidates that meet the minimum qualifications. The City of Seattle values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and covered family-members/most employees-plans
If you have any questions, please contact Heather Baldwin-Stewart at [email protected]. Candidarsi ora
