State Public Assistance Disaster Reservist
Salary:
$30.
88 Hourly Location :
Pierce County - Lakewood, WA Job Type:
On-Call Job Number:
2022-01638 Department:
Military Department Division:
Emergency Management Opening Date:
02/03/2022 Closing Date:
Continuous Description STATE DISASTER RESERVIST JOB OPPORTUNITIES ARE YOU RETIRED or LOOKING FOR INTERMITTENT NON-PERMANENT WORK TO ASSIST COMMUNITIES IN DISASTER RECOVERY EFFORTS? ARE YOU SEEKING OPPORTUNITIES TO ENHANCE OR MAINTAIN YOUR EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND EXPAND YOUR NETWORK IN THE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, CIVIL ENGINEERING, OR PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FIELD? IF SO, THIS JOB OPPORTUNITY IS FOR YOU! The Washington Military Department is currently recruiting dedicated state Disaster Reservists for our Public Assistance (PA) Program to assist with disaster recovery efforts related to the Washington's November 2021 Flooding and Mudslides (FEMA-4635-DR-WA) Presidential Disaster Declaration and future disaster declarations.
This is a civilian position and does not require military service affiliation.
The PA Program administers the state and federal public assistance and infrastructure program for all state disasters designated as a Presidential Declared Disaster.
The PA Program enables local governments, communities, non-profit organizations, and federally-recognized tribal governments recover from the immediate and long-term impacts of disasters.
The program provides state and federal funds to these agencies for the repair and restoration of damaged public facilities, as well as to reimburse the agencies for a portion of the costs associated with emergency work and debris removal due to the disaster.
State Public Assistance (PA) Disaster Reservists are a group of on-call employees who are trained and ready to assist in recovery efforts.
There is no set time of employment for PA Disaster Reservists.
Disaster Reservists are hired as needed and released when the workload allows.
When recovery operations start, State PA Disaster Reservists may work up to 6 days a week, 12 hours a day for several weeks gradually tapering to a 5 days/week - /8 hours/day work schedule for the duration of the Joint Field Office (JFO) operations.
After FEMA-State JFO operations close, long term recovery operations transition to Camp Murray and staffing levels, the number of days per week, and the hours per week are reduced to meet the current demand for services.
At that time, the Department has a greater flexibility in allowing individuals to work part -time as needed.
The work is hard, but state PA Disaster Reservists know the rewards of helping Washingtonians during a disaster.
Those best suited to do this work will be people who are retired, or choose not to work full time, or who have jobs that they can leave for months at a time.
NOTE:
This is not a full-time position in Emergency Management.
The PA Disaster Reservist position does not include medical benefits but does include pro-rated sick leave benefits.
Duties Verifying and documenting damage to public infrastructure caused by the disaster event.
Validating and assessing repair plans developed to bring facilities back to pre-disaster condition.
Preparing and reviewing financial documentation recording disaster related costs.
Ensuring laws regulating the environmental impacts of the repair work are followed.
Ensuring laws regulating the preservation of historical structures are followed.
Ensuring FEMA program requirements are followed.
State PA Disaster Reservists will be assigned to one of the following positions:
Civil Engineer Roads Cost Estimate Format (CEF) review and analysis Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Revetment/MSE wall/embankment repair Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Bridges Cost Estimate Format (CEF) review and analysis Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Scour Analysis reviews Hydraulic Analysis reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Civil Engineer Facilities Cost Estimate Format (CEF) review and analysis Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Structures Cost Estimate Format (CEF) review and analysis Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Geotechnical Specialist Landslide assessment/analysis Site Stabilization assessment/analysis Materials assessment/analysis Appeal Analysis - Peer Review Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Slide/Embankment Repair, Emergency Measures Construction Management Specialist Road Repair - project monitoring Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Facility Repair Project monitoring Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Accountant Fiscal Review Public Utilities Repair:
(Final Inspection Report) detailed accounting Emergency Protective Measures:
(Final Inspection Report) detailed accounting Debris Removal (Final Inspection Report) detailed accounting Audit and Appeal analysis Fiscal Analyst / Insurance State Management Costs Billable Hours Accounting Insurance Reconciliation/Risk Pool Contacts and Negotiations There is no set time of employment for PA Disaster Reservists.
Reservists are hired as needed and released when the workload allows.
Qualifications DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Five years of experience in one or a combination of the following:
Engineering (civil, structural, electrical, hydraulic, geotechnical, etc.
) Estimating public facility construction, repair, or replacement, such as roads, bridges, sewer systems, water systems, utility systems, etc.
Construction Management (familiar with public works project and process, design, procurement, construction methods, site inspection and project closure) Accounting/Financial Management (review financial accounting records and reports, auditing experience, accounting of public funds, compliance) Auditing/Budgeting (private firms or local, state and/or federal government) Supplemental Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
COVID-19 VACCINATION:
Per Governor Inslee's employees of Washington Military Department must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.
An offer of employment to the successful candidate is contingent upon providing verification of vaccine status, having an approved medical accommodation, or having an approved religious accommodation.
(Accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
) For accommodation information, email.
Work Schedule/Hours:
When recovery operations start, state PA Disaster Reservists may work up to 6 days a week, 12 hours a day for several weeks.
After the Joint Field Office (JFO) closes, staffing levels, the number of days per week, and the hours per week are reduced to meet the current demand for services.
Driver's License:
Must possess a valid Washington State Enhanced driver's license (REAL ID compliant) and be qualified to drive a state vehicle.
Overtime:
Willing and able to work overtime on short notice to assist in emergency operations.
Workplace Conduct:
Must comply with Department policies/procedures governing workplace conduct.
Military Facility:
Willingness to work in or around Military facilities and programs.
Camp Murray is a controlled access installation.
Vehicles with an adult (18 or older), possessing a registered, Real ID Act compliant ID, may enter Camp Murray through the Main Gate.
The Main Gate is the designated access point for all employees (Washington Military Department and National Guard) and visitors to Camp Murray, to include those visiting recreational facilities.
Background Investigation:
Must successfully complete the appropriate background checks required for employment.
Must be willing to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials and files.
The processing of background checks can take up to six months post- employment.
Failure to successfully pass a background check may be cause for termination.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Individuals interested in applying for this position should select the Apply button and submit the following:
A current application, Response to the Supplemental Questionnaire, and A list of three professional references.
Please include two past/current supervisors, one peer and one subordinate, if applicable.
For each reference, please include the following:
Name, Professional Title, Working Relationship, Daytime Phone Number, and Email Address.
If you have questions about the application process or this recruitment, please contact by email:
The Washington Military Department is an equal opportunity employer.
Women, racial, and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing the job announcement in an alternative format, may call the Recruitment Section of State Human Resources, at (253) 512-7380 or Telecommunications Device for the hearing impaired at (253) 512-7298.
More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket.
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career.
Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security.
That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package.
We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our
Benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months.
Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.
g.
part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note:
If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.
There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.
Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.
The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).
New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.
For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).
This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems.
The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note:
Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis.
Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours.
Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave) Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis.
Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position.
Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note:
Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so.
However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave.
In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave Leave Sharing Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave Without Pay Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022 01 Are you available now to support disaster recovery efforts in Washington State? Yes No 02 If you are not available to begin work now, when would you be available? 03 Are you looking for a full-time job? Yes No 04 Do you need the work as a reservist to sustain yourself and/or your family? Yes No 05 What sacrifices are you willing to make to help others? The state's last two disasters occurred during the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holiday season and extended well into the New Year.
In fact, most of our weather-related disasters occur between October and February.
Suppose you planned to have your whole family gather at your home for a celebration:
would you cancel those plans to work as a state disaster reservist if called to do so? 06 Are there specific time frames of the year when you would not be immediately available to work? For example, you may be a snowbird and travel south the escape the grey days of winter.
07 We never know when a disaster will strike, but when it does, we need people who are immediately available to work with just a few hours' notice.
In addition, we ask for a commitment of at least 90 days before bringing you in to work a disaster.
With that in mind, throughout the year, how often will you be available to work? 08 Do you have any previous Disaster Reservist experience? Yes No 09 Please select the job assignments that you have experience/training/education and are interested in working in.
Civil Engineer - Roads Civil Engineer - Revetment/MSE wall/embankment repair Civil Engineer - Bridges Civil Engineer - Facilities Civil Engineer - Structures Geotechnical Specialist Construction Management Specialist - Road Repairs (Project Monitoring) Construction Management Specialist - Facility Repair (Project Monitoring) Accountant/Auditor Fiscal Analyst / Insurance Required Question Recommended Skills Auditing Basic Life Support Collective Bargaining Construction Construction Management Disaster Recovery Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$30.
88 Hourly Location :
Pierce County - Lakewood, WA Job Type:
On-Call Job Number:
2022-01638 Department:
Military Department Division:
Emergency Management Opening Date:
02/03/2022 Closing Date:
Continuous Description STATE DISASTER RESERVIST JOB OPPORTUNITIES ARE YOU RETIRED or LOOKING FOR INTERMITTENT NON-PERMANENT WORK TO ASSIST COMMUNITIES IN DISASTER RECOVERY EFFORTS? ARE YOU SEEKING OPPORTUNITIES TO ENHANCE OR MAINTAIN YOUR EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND EXPAND YOUR NETWORK IN THE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, CIVIL ENGINEERING, OR PUBLIC ASSISTANCE FIELD? IF SO, THIS JOB OPPORTUNITY IS FOR YOU! The Washington Military Department is currently recruiting dedicated state Disaster Reservists for our Public Assistance (PA) Program to assist with disaster recovery efforts related to the Washington's November 2021 Flooding and Mudslides (FEMA-4635-DR-WA) Presidential Disaster Declaration and future disaster declarations.
This is a civilian position and does not require military service affiliation.
The PA Program administers the state and federal public assistance and infrastructure program for all state disasters designated as a Presidential Declared Disaster.
The PA Program enables local governments, communities, non-profit organizations, and federally-recognized tribal governments recover from the immediate and long-term impacts of disasters.
The program provides state and federal funds to these agencies for the repair and restoration of damaged public facilities, as well as to reimburse the agencies for a portion of the costs associated with emergency work and debris removal due to the disaster.
State Public Assistance (PA) Disaster Reservists are a group of on-call employees who are trained and ready to assist in recovery efforts.
There is no set time of employment for PA Disaster Reservists.
Disaster Reservists are hired as needed and released when the workload allows.
When recovery operations start, State PA Disaster Reservists may work up to 6 days a week, 12 hours a day for several weeks gradually tapering to a 5 days/week - /8 hours/day work schedule for the duration of the Joint Field Office (JFO) operations.
After FEMA-State JFO operations close, long term recovery operations transition to Camp Murray and staffing levels, the number of days per week, and the hours per week are reduced to meet the current demand for services.
At that time, the Department has a greater flexibility in allowing individuals to work part -time as needed.
The work is hard, but state PA Disaster Reservists know the rewards of helping Washingtonians during a disaster.
Those best suited to do this work will be people who are retired, or choose not to work full time, or who have jobs that they can leave for months at a time.
NOTE:
This is not a full-time position in Emergency Management.
The PA Disaster Reservist position does not include medical benefits but does include pro-rated sick leave benefits.
Duties Verifying and documenting damage to public infrastructure caused by the disaster event.
Validating and assessing repair plans developed to bring facilities back to pre-disaster condition.
Preparing and reviewing financial documentation recording disaster related costs.
Ensuring laws regulating the environmental impacts of the repair work are followed.
Ensuring laws regulating the preservation of historical structures are followed.
Ensuring FEMA program requirements are followed.
State PA Disaster Reservists will be assigned to one of the following positions:
Civil Engineer Roads Cost Estimate Format (CEF) review and analysis Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Revetment/MSE wall/embankment repair Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Bridges Cost Estimate Format (CEF) review and analysis Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Scour Analysis reviews Hydraulic Analysis reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Civil Engineer Facilities Cost Estimate Format (CEF) review and analysis Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Structures Cost Estimate Format (CEF) review and analysis Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Geotechnical Specialist Landslide assessment/analysis Site Stabilization assessment/analysis Materials assessment/analysis Appeal Analysis - Peer Review Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Slide/Embankment Repair, Emergency Measures Construction Management Specialist Road Repair - project monitoring Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Facility Repair Project monitoring Plans, Specifications, Engineers Estimates (PS&E) reviews Bid Tabulations reviews Change Order reviews Site visits - Project Reviews - Special Considerations Checks Final Inspection Report (FIR) - Construction, Repair, Emergency Measures Accountant Fiscal Review Public Utilities Repair:
(Final Inspection Report) detailed accounting Emergency Protective Measures:
(Final Inspection Report) detailed accounting Debris Removal (Final Inspection Report) detailed accounting Audit and Appeal analysis Fiscal Analyst / Insurance State Management Costs Billable Hours Accounting Insurance Reconciliation/Risk Pool Contacts and Negotiations There is no set time of employment for PA Disaster Reservists.
Reservists are hired as needed and released when the workload allows.
Qualifications DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Five years of experience in one or a combination of the following:
Engineering (civil, structural, electrical, hydraulic, geotechnical, etc.
) Estimating public facility construction, repair, or replacement, such as roads, bridges, sewer systems, water systems, utility systems, etc.
Construction Management (familiar with public works project and process, design, procurement, construction methods, site inspection and project closure) Accounting/Financial Management (review financial accounting records and reports, auditing experience, accounting of public funds, compliance) Auditing/Budgeting (private firms or local, state and/or federal government) Supplemental Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
COVID-19 VACCINATION:
Per Governor Inslee's employees of Washington Military Department must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.
An offer of employment to the successful candidate is contingent upon providing verification of vaccine status, having an approved medical accommodation, or having an approved religious accommodation.
(Accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
) For accommodation information, email.
Work Schedule/Hours:
When recovery operations start, state PA Disaster Reservists may work up to 6 days a week, 12 hours a day for several weeks.
After the Joint Field Office (JFO) closes, staffing levels, the number of days per week, and the hours per week are reduced to meet the current demand for services.
Driver's License:
Must possess a valid Washington State Enhanced driver's license (REAL ID compliant) and be qualified to drive a state vehicle.
Overtime:
Willing and able to work overtime on short notice to assist in emergency operations.
Workplace Conduct:
Must comply with Department policies/procedures governing workplace conduct.
Military Facility:
Willingness to work in or around Military facilities and programs.
Camp Murray is a controlled access installation.
Vehicles with an adult (18 or older), possessing a registered, Real ID Act compliant ID, may enter Camp Murray through the Main Gate.
The Main Gate is the designated access point for all employees (Washington Military Department and National Guard) and visitors to Camp Murray, to include those visiting recreational facilities.
Background Investigation:
Must successfully complete the appropriate background checks required for employment.
Must be willing to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials and files.
The processing of background checks can take up to six months post- employment.
Failure to successfully pass a background check may be cause for termination.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Individuals interested in applying for this position should select the Apply button and submit the following:
A current application, Response to the Supplemental Questionnaire, and A list of three professional references.
Please include two past/current supervisors, one peer and one subordinate, if applicable.
For each reference, please include the following:
Name, Professional Title, Working Relationship, Daytime Phone Number, and Email Address.
If you have questions about the application process or this recruitment, please contact by email:
The Washington Military Department is an equal opportunity employer.
Women, racial, and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply.
Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing the job announcement in an alternative format, may call the Recruitment Section of State Human Resources, at (253) 512-7380 or Telecommunications Device for the hearing impaired at (253) 512-7298.
More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket.
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career.
Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security.
That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package.
We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our
Benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months.
Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.
g.
part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note:
If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.
There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.
Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.
The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).
New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.
For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).
This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems.
The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note:
Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis.
Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours.
Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave) Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis.
Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position.
Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note:
Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so.
However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, are entitled to three (3) days of paid bereavement leave.
In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave Leave Sharing Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave Without Pay Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 12-31-2022 01 Are you available now to support disaster recovery efforts in Washington State? Yes No 02 If you are not available to begin work now, when would you be available? 03 Are you looking for a full-time job? Yes No 04 Do you need the work as a reservist to sustain yourself and/or your family? Yes No 05 What sacrifices are you willing to make to help others? The state's last two disasters occurred during the Thanksgiving and Christmas Holiday season and extended well into the New Year.
In fact, most of our weather-related disasters occur between October and February.
Suppose you planned to have your whole family gather at your home for a celebration:
would you cancel those plans to work as a state disaster reservist if called to do so? 06 Are there specific time frames of the year when you would not be immediately available to work? For example, you may be a snowbird and travel south the escape the grey days of winter.
07 We never know when a disaster will strike, but when it does, we need people who are immediately available to work with just a few hours' notice.
In addition, we ask for a commitment of at least 90 days before bringing you in to work a disaster.
With that in mind, throughout the year, how often will you be available to work? 08 Do you have any previous Disaster Reservist experience? Yes No 09 Please select the job assignments that you have experience/training/education and are interested in working in.
Civil Engineer - Roads Civil Engineer - Revetment/MSE wall/embankment repair Civil Engineer - Bridges Civil Engineer - Facilities Civil Engineer - Structures Geotechnical Specialist Construction Management Specialist - Road Repairs (Project Monitoring) Construction Management Specialist - Facility Repair (Project Monitoring) Accountant/Auditor Fiscal Analyst / Insurance Required Question Recommended Skills Auditing Basic Life Support Collective Bargaining Construction Construction Management Disaster Recovery Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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