Monthly Archives: August 2015

Several Positions Available with the Bureau of Reclamation’s PNW Region

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Read on to learn about several job opportunities with the Bureau of Reclamation:

The Bureau of Reclamation, Pacific Northwest Region is currently hiring Student Trainees in Civil Engineering to work during the school year/summer, below are the locations of the available positions:

  • 3 positions in Boise, Idaho
  • 1 position in Bend, Oregon
  • 1 position in Ephrata, Washington
  • 1 position in either Yakima or Cle Elum
  • 1 position in Heyburn, Idaho.

Job Overview:

  • Student Trainee (Civil Engineering), GS-0899-03/04
  • Pathways Indefinite
  • PART-TIME (20 hrs per week), may vary to fit school schedule. May work full time during the summer. – This is an Intern-indefinite position expected to last duration of student’s academic attendance.
  • Salary: $25,434 to $37,121 per year, (GS-03 = $12.19 per hour and GS-04 = $13.68 per hour)
  • Moving expenses are NOT authorized.
  • Announcement Open: 08/13/2015 to 08/24/2015

Qualifications: 

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Position Available with the City of Redmond

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Looking for a position with the City of Redmond? They are currently looking for a Transportation Planning and Engineering Intern: 

This Transportation Planning and Engineering Division intern will assist City of Redmond staff to plan and deliver multimodal transportation projects and programs in this growing community and regional jobs center. Major projects underway include the Overlake Village transit-oriented development, the arrival of East Link light rail, and the development of Downtown into a mixed use urban center. The intern will collect data on transportation facilities and conditions and enter them into databases, interpret data to create maps and reports, conduct research on transportation policy and related issues, and support departmental planning efforts.

Hours, Duration, and Pay Rate: 

  • This position will work up to 29 hours per week, as needed, and depending on qualifications and availability. Position is limited to 1040 hours per calendar year.
  • $11.35 – $19.75 Hourly

Qualifications: 

  • Must be a recent graduate or currently working toward a degree or certification in urban planning, engineering or a closely related field.
  • Maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality control; demonstrating an interest and willingness to learn independently; use of computer software including Outlook, Word, Excel/Access and ArcGIS; data entry and analysis skills.
  • Valid Washington State driver’s license by date of hire, and a driving record that meets City standards
  • Collect, record, and maintain data; generate maps and conduct analyses in ArcGIS; prepare written reports; work independently and cooperatively with others; communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers. The ability to generate graphical products including presentations, renderings, and diagrams is a plus.

How to Apply: 

  • Visit http://www.redmond.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=169&pageId=16028&WT.ac=AMJobs to apply (job is listed as Transportation Planning and Engineering Intern)
  • Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application.
  • The City may review existing application pools to fill this position, or use this pool to fill future vacancies.
  • Candidates who are selected to interview will be required to complete a Background Authorization Form
  •  for more information and to submit your resume

Position Available with the City of Redmond

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Looking for a position with the City of Redmond? They are currently looking for a Transportation Planning and Engineering Intern: 

This Transportation Planning and Engineering Division intern will assist City of Redmond staff to plan and deliver multimodal transportation projects and programs in this growing community and regional jobs center. Major projects underway include the Overlake Village transit-oriented development, the arrival of East Link light rail, and the development of Downtown into a mixed use urban center. The intern will collect data on transportation facilities and conditions and enter them into databases, interpret data to create maps and reports, conduct research on transportation policy and related issues, and support departmental planning efforts.

Hours, Duration, and Pay Rate: 

  • This position will work up to 29 hours per week, as needed, and depending on qualifications and availability. Position is limited to 1040 hours per calendar year.
  • $11.35 – $19.75 Hourly

Qualifications: 

  • Must be a recent graduate or currently working toward a degree or certification in urban planning, engineering or a closely related field.
  • Maintaining a high level of accuracy and quality control; demonstrating an interest and willingness to learn independently; use of computer software including Outlook, Word, Excel/Access and ArcGIS; data entry and analysis skills.
  • Valid Washington State driver’s license by date of hire, and a driving record that meets City standards
  • Collect, record, and maintain data; generate maps and conduct analyses in ArcGIS; prepare written reports; work independently and cooperatively with others; communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers. The ability to generate graphical products including presentations, renderings, and diagrams is a plus.

How to Apply: 

  • Visit http://www.redmond.gov/cms/One.aspx?portalId=169&pageId=16028&WT.ac=AMJobs to apply (job is listed as Transportation Planning and Engineering Intern)
  • Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application.
  • The City may review existing application pools to fill this position, or use this pool to fill future vacancies.
  • Candidates who are selected to interview will be required to complete a Background Authorization Form
  •  for more information and to submit your resume

ASCE and SEAW Joint Annual Golf Tournament

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Looking for something fun to do this summer? Although we are only a couple weeks away, there are still spots open for players, sponsors, and volunteers!   

ASCE and SEAW are holding a joint annual golf tournament on Friday, August 28th, 2015. The event will be held at Willows Run Golf Club on the Eagle’s Talon course. Bring your clients and colleagues for a fun afternoon of golfing, networking, and enjoying the beautiful summer weather! All the proceeds go to the SEAW and ASCE YMF. One of their main goals this year is to continue expanding the SEAW YMF network, and this is a major contributor to that goal. Help them make this tournament a success now and for many years to come.

The tournament format will be a shotgun 4-man scramble starting at 1:00 pm. A putting contest will be set up before the event, and range balls will be provided for everyone to warm up. After the tournament, there will be a dinner social, a raffle, and awards for the putting contest, teams with the lowest scores, and longest drive & closest to the pin for both men and women.

Schedule:

11:00 – 12:30 a.m.       Event check-in is open
11:30 – 12:45 p.m.       Putting contest; driving range open
1:00 – 6:00 p.m.           Golf Tournament
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.           Dinner social, award ceremony, and raffle

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EnvEng Position Available with the Army Medical Service Corps, Boston

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Looking for a job position in the US Military? The Army is constantly searching for qualified professionals to serve in Medical Service Corps providing service to this country while caring for the Soldiers: 

As an Environmental Engineer in the Army you would advise on or performs professional and scientific work utilizing engineering principles and practices to protect health and the environment. Duties include the assessment of existing and proposed weapons, equipment, clothing, training devices, and materiel systems. Activities relate to the design and formulation of recommendations to preserve and enhance health and environmental conditions including: air, water, noise, liquid and solid waste disposal, and institutional hygiene.

Your specialized skills as an Environmental Engineer will be highly valued by our Soldiers and their families. There are a plethora of leadership positions that you would fill by serving. Listed below are a few requirements needed to apply:

  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Less than 42 years of age
  • At least a 3.0 GPA
  • Possess a Bachelor’s degree from a school accredited by the ABET with a major in one of the following fields:  (1) Environmental Engineering* (2) Civil Engineering* (3) Industrial Engineering (4) Chemical Engineering* (5) Safety Engineering (6) Environmental Health Engineering* (7) Geological Engineering

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Transportation Engineer II Position Available in Seattle

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Looking for a temporary job? King County’s Metro Transit System and Traffic Engineering team is looking to hire a temporary 3-year transportation engineer: 

This Transportation Engineer II TLT (Term-Limited Temporary) position in Metro’s Transit Systems and Traffic Engineering team will require a strong interest in improving transit mobility in the region. This is a three-year project position anticipated to end in September, 2018.

The position will work on both transit planning and traffic engineering projects. The work involves planning and developing conceptual plans, and reviewing design plans related to the transit priority treatments along high transit corridor prepared by consultants or external agency partners. In addition, this position will include some traffic engineering analysis, bus stop capacity analysis, complex analysis and reports, managing projects and project teams, working collaboratively with internal and external project teams/stakeholders, and preparing and presenting technical information for technical and non-technical audiences.

Quick Facts: 

  • Job Location: Seattle
  • Salary: $32.83 – $41.62 Hourly or $68,286.40 – $86,569.60 Annually
  • Job Type: Term Limited Temporary, Full Time, 40 hrs/wk
  • Work schedule: The standard work week is within the 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday timeframe; however, alternative work schedules will be considered. This position is Non-Exempt from the FLSA and therefore is eligible for overtime pay if scheduled.

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Transportation Engineer II Position Available in Seattle

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Looking for a temporary job? King County’s Metro Transit System and Traffic Engineering team is looking to hire a temporary 3-year transportation engineer: 

This Transportation Engineer II TLT (Term-Limited Temporary) position in Metro’s Transit Systems and Traffic Engineering team will require a strong interest in improving transit mobility in the region. This is a three-year project position anticipated to end in September, 2018.

The position will work on both transit planning and traffic engineering projects. The work involves planning and developing conceptual plans, and reviewing design plans related to the transit priority treatments along high transit corridor prepared by consultants or external agency partners. In addition, this position will include some traffic engineering analysis, bus stop capacity analysis, complex analysis and reports, managing projects and project teams, working collaboratively with internal and external project teams/stakeholders, and preparing and presenting technical information for technical and non-technical audiences.

Quick Facts: 

  • Job Location: Seattle
  • Salary: $32.83 – $41.62 Hourly or $68,286.40 – $86,569.60 Annually
  • Job Type: Term Limited Temporary, Full Time, 40 hrs/wk
  • Work schedule: The standard work week is within the 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday timeframe; however, alternative work schedules will be considered. This position is Non-Exempt from the FLSA and therefore is eligible for overtime pay if scheduled.

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Position available with Snohomish County Planning and Development Services

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Looking for a job? Snohomish County Planning and Development Services has an opening for a full-time Engineer II in Everett, WA:

Snohomish County Department of Planning and Development Services (PDS) is seeking applicants for a three month eligibility list for positions within the traffic/drainage section. Successful candidates will perform a variety of professional engineering assignments in drainage and traffic development which require the application of standard engineering principles and methods.

PDS seeks employees who are self-managing high performers, accountable for their actions, and dedicated to providing superior customer service. Ideal candidates are excited about change and learning, are innovative, organized, exceptionally customer-service oriented, and have a passion for public service.
QUALIFICATIONS: 
A Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering or related field and two (2) years of professional civil engineering experience; OR, any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, and ability to perform the work. Must pass all job related tests.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • An Engineer-in-Training certificate is required. P.E. license preferred
  • A valid Washington State Driver’s License may be required
The hiring process may include one or more of (but is not limited to) the following: application review and evaluation, supplemental question review, and interview. Top candidates may be invited to a second interview at management’s discretion.

To apply, and for more information (including responsibilities and salary), the link to the job posting is HERE and the job title is “Engineer II – PDS Eligibility List.”

Application deadline is 8/23/15 at 11:59 PM

New Autumn 2015 Course: Environmental Issues on Indigenous Homelands

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This great new autumn course in American Indian Studies is now open for enrollment. They welcome students from all areas of study!

Environmental Issues on Indigenous Homelands

This course is currently listed as AIS 475 B, but will be changed to AIS 275 before the beginning of Autumn quarter

Take this class to learn about environmental issues faced by tribes in North America.

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Calling All Sophomore and Junior Women for the Kiewit Leadership Seminar

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The Kiewit Leadership Seminar is on in October!

Kiewit has begun planning and preparing for the 2015 Women’s Construction Leadership Seminar (WCLS), October 22-23 in Omaha, Nebraska. They will select 50 collegiate female leaders to participate in the two-day event. Through this opportunity, future female industry leaders will gain an avenue to network, learn, and sharpen their leadership skills and abilities.

Qualified candidates are sophomores and juniors who have demonstrated leadership skills and a drive for success, with a passion for the construction and/or engineering fields.

For more information and how to apply, please check HERE.

Application deadline is September 25th!