Communications Specialist

Communications Specialist I – West Point Salary: $40.75 – $51.92 Hourly Location: West Point Treatment Plant – 1400 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle, WA 98199 Job Type: Term‑LTD Job Number: 2026-27078 Department: DNRP – Natural Resources & Parks Division: Wastewater Treatment FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt Bargaining Unit: F6 : L117‑WTD Full‑Time Status: Full Time (40 hours/week) Summary This opportunity is open to current King County employees only. It is a Special Duty Assignment (SDA) position, anticipated to last up to three (3) years. The role will be filled by a King County employee who has successfully completed their initial probation. About the Role The Communications Specialist I will collaborate with the Technical Communications and Training teams, as well as other WTD workgroups, to update manuals, procedures, and develop training materials. The goal is to enable wastewater treatment plant operators to understand new systems and equipment as they are introduced. Job Duties Research and collect information from a variety of sources, including facility manuals, equipment manuals, staff interviews, field observation, engineering drawings, and design specifications. Draft descriptions of wastewater treatment process systems, equipment functions, safety systems, and related topics. Produce or assist in producing media assets such as photos, videos, graphics, process diagrams, and equipment layouts for treatment facilities. Follow a workplan for producing reference documents, such as sections of manuals and operating procedures. Format and publish content. Qualifications You Bring Excellent written communication skills. Experience with – or ability to learn – word‑processing, publishing, content development, or graphic editing tools such as Microsoft Office or Adobe Creative Cloud. Experience developing training, reference, or instructional materials. Demonstrated interest in learning new skills or professional development (e.g., coursework, self‑directed learning, or stated goals). Ability to follow directions or a workplan to deliver assignments and projects on time. Ability to interpret regulatory documents and/or technical information. Competencies You Bring Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer‑centric solutions. Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Collaboration: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Effective Communication: Developing and delivering multi‑mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Self‑Development: Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels. Nimble Learning: Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder. Required Licenses / Certifications A valid Washington State Driver’s License (ability to travel to work sites not served by public transportation). It Would Be Great If You Also Bring Ability to read and interpret graphs, diagrams, charts, and schematics, or a willingness to learn. Ability to read and analyze dense or complex texts and assess what resources are needed or what questions need to be answered. Demonstrated interest in developing skills in writing, producing graphics or infographics, or other forms of technical communication. Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes. Physical Requirements Ability to document field conditions in an industrial environment, including traveling on elevated, grated, or underground walkways and working near industrial equipment. Workplace Exposures Field documentation may require exposure to chemicals, noise, and contaminants. King County will provide appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), safety training, and escorts as necessary. Supplemental Information – Working Conditions Work Location: Hybrid model with days in the office and telecommuting; primary onsite location is West Point Treatment Plant, 1400 Discovery Park Blvd, Seattle, WA 98199. Employees must reside in Washington state within a reasonable distance to the King County worksite. Work Schedule: 40‑hour work week. The position is covered under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible. Union Representation: Teamsters 117. Duration: Special Duty Assignment (SDA) position with an anticipated duration of up to three (3) years. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr