Position information with job description links, and application link below:
| Position Title | Salary | Employment Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Comptroller/Treasurer |
$12,290.77 to $16,841.93 per month, depending on experience |
Permanent Full Time |
Position Available |
|
Industrial Mechanic |
$38.14 to $43.88 per hour, depending on experience |
Permanent Full Time |
Position Available |
|
Staff Engineer I (EIT) |
$36.30 to $48.25 per hour, depending on experience |
Permanent Full Time |
Position Available |
|
Staff Engineer II (PE) |
$39.10 to $53.47 per hour, depending on experience |
Permanent Full Time |
Position Available |
|
Maintenance II |
$22.58 to $29.85 per hour, depending on experience |
Permanent Full Time |
Position Available |
|
Temporary Maintenance Laborer |
$20.00 per hour |
Temporary (up to five months) |
Position Available |
The Comptroller/Treasurer position is the department head for the Finance Department, which currently includes the financial and accounting division and customer service.
This position consists of two distinct but complementary roles. The Comptroller is an employee of the District, hired by the District Manager, subject to the discretion and control of the District Manager, and subject to termination of employment at the discretion of the District Manager. The Treasurer is an officer of the District, who makes certain statutorily required reports to the Board of Directors, appointed by the Board of Directors, and subject to removal at the discretion of the Board of Directors. The Treasurer role is unpaid because the District is of the belief that the overwhelming majority of time and effort is expended in the Comptroller role, which enables the Treasurer to make his or her required reports to the Board.
The Comptroller is the chief financial officer of the District and oversees the preparation of financial statements and all accounting functions including payroll, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, banking and investment activities, cashiering, and works with the Board, staff, customers, vendors, contractors, state and federal agencies, banks, mortgage companies, and other financial entities as needed and as directed by the District Manager.
Required Education and Experience: Four-year college degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field; CPA or Certified Public Finance Officer, or equivalent preferred; Ten years senior level governmental accounting experience in a similar-sized or larger organization, including at least three (3) years experience in a supervisory capacity or an equivalent combination of education and experience that will provide the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to be successful performing the essential functions of the job; Has experience and demonstrated success in personnel management functions; Knowledgeable of accounting and control requirements for municipalities, irrigation districts or other quasi-municipal entities and/or equivalent demonstrated experience in the private sector; Accounting methods and principals in a municipal setting, to include Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); Demonstrated understanding of cash basis accounting; Demonstrated understanding of the accounting/finance functions as an integral part of the overall operations and mission of the entity; Knowledge of Washington State requirements for auditing and record keeping for public agencies.
The Industrial Mechanic position performs maintenance on the most difficult and complex vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair work such as CAT powered diesel dozers, graders, scrapers, and similar heavy equipment. Performs pump and pump station rebuilds as assigned.
Required Experience: A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities; two years of increasingly responsible experience working on CAT diesel engines and related equipment maintenance and repair duties; formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance including specialized training in the maintenance and repair of gas-powered and diesel-powered equipment.
Required Licenses and Other Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent; Washington State Driver License with acceptable driving record; acceptable criminal background record, and clean drug screen.
The Staff Engineer I (EIT) will apply civil engineering principles for entire District water resource project cycles, to include design, development, project coordination, inspection, and project completion. Major responsibilities include, in part: Preparing analysis of projects for preliminary design, calculations, life cycle cost, and equipment selection; conducting surveys to gather field data; preparing drawings, layouts, and constructions plans, and preparing technical construction specifications.
Required Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering; Engineering in Training (EIT) Certificate; and a range of experience from a new college graduate to five (5) years of successful engineering work experience.
Other Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent; Washington State Driver License with acceptable driving record; acceptable criminal background record, and clean drug screen.
The Staff Engineer II (PE) will apply civil engineering principles for entire District water resource project cycles, to include design, development, project coordination, inspection, and project completion. Major responsibilities include, in part: Preparing analysis of projects for preliminary design, calculations, life cycle cost, and equipment selection; conducting surveys to gather field data; preparing drawings, layouts, and constructions plans, and preparing technical construction specifications.
Required Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering; Professional Engineers (PE) License, and five (5) to ten (10) years successful engineering work experience.
Other Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent; Washington State Driver License with acceptable driving record; acceptable criminal background record, and clean drug screen.
The Maintenance II position performs a variety of work activities that support the District operations, maintenance, and construction activities. In order to achieve step 5 of this classification, incumbent must obtain a Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement. Examples of the essential duties of this position are: Maintaining the District Main Canal, canal laterals, and patrol roads; isolating systems and recording information the District computer systems; maintaining the piping and valves within any District system; replacing turnout gates and other water diversion components; installing and repairing underground piping of all sizes.
There are two alternative qualifications for this position: 1) CDL Option: Class-A CDL with Tanker Endorsement; or 2) Three years progressive experience in Operations, Maintenance, Landscaping and Construction at KID or five years of related experience. Additional minimum qualifications include: High School Diploma or equivalent; Washington State Driver License with acceptable driving record; clean drug screen and successful background check.
The Temporary Maintenance Laborer position supports District maintenance and construction activities as assigned in one or more of the following specific areas: Main Canal and laterals, pressurized systems, and weed control.
Required: Washington State Driver License with acceptable driving record; acceptable criminal background record, and clean drug screen.
Option 1 – Email:
Save the application form on your computer; fill out the form; and email your application, resume and cover letter to lgibson@kid.org.
Option 2 – Mail or delivery:
Paper copies of the application form are available in the KID lobby, or upon request. If you are unable to email your application and other materials, you may mail or deliver printed copies to: