Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! The American Red Cross is hiring SAF/IS Reserve employees to join our elite workforce of mobile employees to deploy to overseas locations in support of military personnel and DOD civilians. This overseas Reserve deployment occurs every January and July. These positions are remote based with a time commitment of approximately 6 months of being deployed overseas. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: SAF/IS Reservist assist in the delivery of American Red Cross programs and services to meet the needs of United States military members, veterans, and their families in accordance with Red Cross policies and procedures. SAF/IS Mobile Reservist are an elite workforce required to deploy on 6-month rotations serving alongside military members in designated theaters of operations around the world. Reservist must be ready to deploy when called upon, and to do so are required to meet and maintain specific medical and readiness requirements. Requirements for Reserve employment includes the following: * Must be a U.S. citizenship able to obtain a secret security clearance and a no-fee U.S. passport. * Worldwide mobility is a condition of employment and an essential function of this position. * Must accept work assignments anywhere in the world, including conflict areas, where the American Red Cross is providing services to members of the military and their families. * Must meet strict medical and physical requirements, including immunizations required by the U.S. military. * May be required to wear military uniforms, and live and work in harsh and stressful environment in conflict areas. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: * Emergency Communications: Provide emergency communications services between military personnel and their families. * Morale & Welfare: Develop, implement, and support morale and welfare programs on installations. This may include hospital visits, canteen functions, internet lounges, libraries, distribution of donated items, fun runs and other special events. * Relationship Management with Military Command Structure: Represent the American Red Cross and promote programs and services on the installation by ensuring effective working relationships with military command structure. * Volunteer Management: Assists in the supervision of volunteer staff and management of all related human resource functions - including recruitment, training, utilization, evaluation, and recognition in accordance with ARC policies and procedures; helps ensure volunteer staff ratio reflects the diversity of the population being served. * Deployment Readiness: Reservist are required to deploy and maintain readiness at all times. In order to maintain their annual readiness certification, the following is required: * Deployment Familiarization Training on military culture and protocols, command relationships, do’s & don’ts while deployed and scenario-based situations. * Advanced leadership training and advanced casework training must be completed. * All trainings must be recertified annually to ensure continued readiness * Once activated for deployment, employees will meet regularly with senior leadership to ensure readiness and ability to backfill OCONUS SAF-IS Mobile and Reserve positions as needed. * Additional training with site specific scenarios with the current employee members at their deployment location is required. * Additional deployment medical requirements must be met. * Must obtain a no-fee passport prior to deployment and a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) upon arrival. The salary range for this position is $47,900 -$50,000. Deployment and Readiness Incentives are available while deployed. Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The annual salary will be pro-rated depending on the amount of time worked and will paid bi-weekly. Upon returning from your deployment, you will be placed in an inactive status and will no longer be receiving payment. This job will e posted for a minimum of 5 business days and extended if the applicant pool needs to be extended. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, human resources management, community organization, social or health sciences, or related field; or relevant equivalent experience is required. Experience: At minimum, three years of related experience required. Management Experience: N/A A current, valid driver's license with good driving record is required. Skills and Abilities: Requires strong computer skills. Public speaking skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing are required. Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in an individual or team environment. Flexibility to accommodate short notice assignments and long periods of time away from home is essential. The ability to balance multiple priorities is essential. Experience with American Red Cross programs and services is strongly desired. Familiarity with military culture, regulations and protocol is strongly desired. Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) weights of up to 50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle, and working under challenging conditions. Work Conditions: Work is performed both outdoors and indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. Conditions during deployment may be harsh, uncomfortable and stressful in conflict areas. WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: Ideal candidates will have a passion for supporting military members with the physical stamina and emotional capacity to live and work alongside deployed military members in harsh climates and difficult environments. SAF/IS employees are servant leaders supporting deployed military members through difficult and challenging issues. Candidates need to thrive on service and teamwork. Candidates must be adaptable with an ability to manage through ambiguity engaging others in problem solving complex issues. Core Competencies *Adaptability: Successful candidates must adjust to new situations quickly and have the ability to tackle the challenges these situations present. *Independent Problem Solving: Successful candidates are capable of handling high-pressure situations by knowing who to engage in dialogue and up with actionable solutions *Teamwork: Successful candidates have the ability to collaborate with team members, volunteers, and military personnel to achieve SAF/IS mission. * Servant Leader: Successful candidates must be leaders who put others and the mission first. Someone who understands that deployment is a hardship, and our mission is to support our military personnel in uncomfortable situations and circumstances. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Feb 14, 2024
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! The American Red Cross is hiring SAF/IS Reserve employees to join our elite workforce of mobile employees to deploy to overseas locations in support of military personnel and DOD civilians. This overseas Reserve deployment occurs every January and July. These positions are remote based with a time commitment of approximately 6 months of being deployed overseas. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: SAF/IS Reservist assist in the delivery of American Red Cross programs and services to meet the needs of United States military members, veterans, and their families in accordance with Red Cross policies and procedures. SAF/IS Mobile Reservist are an elite workforce required to deploy on 6-month rotations serving alongside military members in designated theaters of operations around the world. Reservist must be ready to deploy when called upon, and to do so are required to meet and maintain specific medical and readiness requirements. Requirements for Reserve employment includes the following: * Must be a U.S. citizenship able to obtain a secret security clearance and a no-fee U.S. passport. * Worldwide mobility is a condition of employment and an essential function of this position. * Must accept work assignments anywhere in the world, including conflict areas, where the American Red Cross is providing services to members of the military and their families. * Must meet strict medical and physical requirements, including immunizations required by the U.S. military. * May be required to wear military uniforms, and live and work in harsh and stressful environment in conflict areas. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: * Emergency Communications: Provide emergency communications services between military personnel and their families. * Morale & Welfare: Develop, implement, and support morale and welfare programs on installations. This may include hospital visits, canteen functions, internet lounges, libraries, distribution of donated items, fun runs and other special events. * Relationship Management with Military Command Structure: Represent the American Red Cross and promote programs and services on the installation by ensuring effective working relationships with military command structure. * Volunteer Management: Assists in the supervision of volunteer staff and management of all related human resource functions - including recruitment, training, utilization, evaluation, and recognition in accordance with ARC policies and procedures; helps ensure volunteer staff ratio reflects the diversity of the population being served. * Deployment Readiness: Reservist are required to deploy and maintain readiness at all times. In order to maintain their annual readiness certification, the following is required: * Deployment Familiarization Training on military culture and protocols, command relationships, do’s & don’ts while deployed and scenario-based situations. * Advanced leadership training and advanced casework training must be completed. * All trainings must be recertified annually to ensure continued readiness * Once activated for deployment, employees will meet regularly with senior leadership to ensure readiness and ability to backfill OCONUS SAF-IS Mobile and Reserve positions as needed. * Additional training with site specific scenarios with the current employee members at their deployment location is required. * Additional deployment medical requirements must be met. * Must obtain a no-fee passport prior to deployment and a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) upon arrival. The salary range for this position is $47,900 -$50,000. Deployment and Readiness Incentives are available while deployed. Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The annual salary will be pro-rated depending on the amount of time worked and will paid bi-weekly. Upon returning from your deployment, you will be placed in an inactive status and will no longer be receiving payment. This job will e posted for a minimum of 5 business days and extended if the applicant pool needs to be extended. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, human resources management, community organization, social or health sciences, or related field; or relevant equivalent experience is required. Experience: At minimum, three years of related experience required. Management Experience: N/A A current, valid driver's license with good driving record is required. Skills and Abilities: Requires strong computer skills. Public speaking skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing are required. Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in an individual or team environment. Flexibility to accommodate short notice assignments and long periods of time away from home is essential. The ability to balance multiple priorities is essential. Experience with American Red Cross programs and services is strongly desired. Familiarity with military culture, regulations and protocol is strongly desired. Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) weights of up to 50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle, and working under challenging conditions. Work Conditions: Work is performed both outdoors and indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. Conditions during deployment may be harsh, uncomfortable and stressful in conflict areas. WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: Ideal candidates will have a passion for supporting military members with the physical stamina and emotional capacity to live and work alongside deployed military members in harsh climates and difficult environments. SAF/IS employees are servant leaders supporting deployed military members through difficult and challenging issues. Candidates need to thrive on service and teamwork. Candidates must be adaptable with an ability to manage through ambiguity engaging others in problem solving complex issues. Core Competencies *Adaptability: Successful candidates must adjust to new situations quickly and have the ability to tackle the challenges these situations present. *Independent Problem Solving: Successful candidates are capable of handling high-pressure situations by knowing who to engage in dialogue and up with actionable solutions *Teamwork: Successful candidates have the ability to collaborate with team members, volunteers, and military personnel to achieve SAF/IS mission. * Servant Leader: Successful candidates must be leaders who put others and the mission first. Someone who understands that deployment is a hardship, and our mission is to support our military personnel in uncomfortable situations and circumstances. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! The American Red Cross is hiring SAF/IS Reserve employees to join our elite workforce of mobile employees to deploy to overseas locations in support of military personnel and DOD civilians. This overseas Reserve deployment occurs every January and July. These positions are remote based with a time commitment of approximately 6 months of being deployed overseas. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: SAF/IS Reservist assist in the delivery of American Red Cross programs and services to meet the needs of United States military members, veterans, and their families in accordance with Red Cross policies and procedures. SAF/IS Mobile Reservist are an elite workforce required to deploy on 6-month rotations serving alongside military members in designated theaters of operations around the world. Reservist must be ready to deploy when called upon, and to do so are required to meet and maintain specific medical and readiness requirements. Requirements for Reserve employment includes the following: * Must be a U.S. citizenship able to obtain a secret security clearance and a no-fee U.S. passport. * Worldwide mobility is a condition of employment and an essential function of this position. * Must accept work assignments anywhere in the world, including conflict areas, where the American Red Cross is providing services to members of the military and their families. * Must meet strict medical and physical requirements, including immunizations required by the U.S. military. * May be required to wear military uniforms, and live and work in harsh and stressful environment in conflict areas. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: * Emergency Communications: Provide emergency communications services between military personnel and their families. * Morale & Welfare: Develop, implement, and support morale and welfare programs on installations. This may include hospital visits, canteen functions, internet lounges, libraries, distribution of donated items, fun runs and other special events. * Relationship Management with Military Command Structure: Represent the American Red Cross and promote programs and services on the installation by ensuring effective working relationships with military command structure. * Volunteer Management: Assists in the supervision of volunteer staff and management of all related human resource functions - including recruitment, training, utilization, evaluation, and recognition in accordance with ARC policies and procedures; helps ensure volunteer staff ratio reflects the diversity of the population being served. * Deployment Readiness: Reservist are required to deploy and maintain readiness at all times. In order to maintain their annual readiness certification, the following is required: * Deployment Familiarization Training on military culture and protocols, command relationships, do’s & don’ts while deployed and scenario-based situations. * Advanced leadership training and advanced casework training must be completed. * All trainings must be recertified annually to ensure continued readiness * Once activated for deployment, employees will meet regularly with senior leadership to ensure readiness and ability to backfill OCONUS SAF-IS Mobile and Reserve positions as needed. * Additional training with site specific scenarios with the current employee members at their deployment location is required. * Additional deployment medical requirements must be met. * Must obtain a no-fee passport prior to deployment and a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) upon arrival. The salary range for this position is $47,900 -$50,000. Deployment and Readiness Incentives are available while deployed. Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The annual salary will be pro-rated depending on the amount of time worked and will paid bi-weekly. Upon returning from your deployment, you will be placed in an inactive status and will no longer be receiving payment. This job will e posted for a minimum of 5 business days and extended if the applicant pool needs to be extended. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, human resources management, community organization, social or health sciences, or related field; or relevant equivalent experience is required. Experience: At minimum, three years of related experience required. Management Experience: N/A A current, valid driver's license with good driving record is required. Skills and Abilities: Requires strong computer skills. Public speaking skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing are required. Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in an individual or team environment. Flexibility to accommodate short notice assignments and long periods of time away from home is essential. The ability to balance multiple priorities is essential. Experience with American Red Cross programs and services is strongly desired. Familiarity with military culture, regulations and protocol is strongly desired. Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) weights of up to 50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle, and working under challenging conditions. Work Conditions: Work is performed both outdoors and indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. Conditions during deployment may be harsh, uncomfortable and stressful in conflict areas. WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: Ideal candidates will have a passion for supporting military members with the physical stamina and emotional capacity to live and work alongside deployed military members in harsh climates and difficult environments. SAF/IS employees are servant leaders supporting deployed military members through difficult and challenging issues. Candidates need to thrive on service and teamwork. Candidates must be adaptable with an ability to manage through ambiguity engaging others in problem solving complex issues. Core Competencies *Adaptability: Successful candidates must adjust to new situations quickly and have the ability to tackle the challenges these situations present. *Independent Problem Solving: Successful candidates are capable of handling high-pressure situations by knowing who to engage in dialogue and up with actionable solutions *Teamwork: Successful candidates have the ability to collaborate with team members, volunteers, and military personnel to achieve SAF/IS mission. * Servant Leader: Successful candidates must be leaders who put others and the mission first. Someone who understands that deployment is a hardship, and our mission is to support our military personnel in uncomfortable situations and circumstances. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
Feb 14, 2024
Please use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox when accessing Candidate Home. By joining the American Red Cross you will touch millions of lives every year and experience the greatness of the human spirit at its best. Are you ready to be part of the world's largest humanitarian network? Join us—Where your Career is a Force for Good! Job Description: WHY CHOOSE US? As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good. We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference. The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans+ Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions. At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine! The American Red Cross is hiring SAF/IS Reserve employees to join our elite workforce of mobile employees to deploy to overseas locations in support of military personnel and DOD civilians. This overseas Reserve deployment occurs every January and July. These positions are remote based with a time commitment of approximately 6 months of being deployed overseas. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: SAF/IS Reservist assist in the delivery of American Red Cross programs and services to meet the needs of United States military members, veterans, and their families in accordance with Red Cross policies and procedures. SAF/IS Mobile Reservist are an elite workforce required to deploy on 6-month rotations serving alongside military members in designated theaters of operations around the world. Reservist must be ready to deploy when called upon, and to do so are required to meet and maintain specific medical and readiness requirements. Requirements for Reserve employment includes the following: * Must be a U.S. citizenship able to obtain a secret security clearance and a no-fee U.S. passport. * Worldwide mobility is a condition of employment and an essential function of this position. * Must accept work assignments anywhere in the world, including conflict areas, where the American Red Cross is providing services to members of the military and their families. * Must meet strict medical and physical requirements, including immunizations required by the U.S. military. * May be required to wear military uniforms, and live and work in harsh and stressful environment in conflict areas. WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE GOOD: * Emergency Communications: Provide emergency communications services between military personnel and their families. * Morale & Welfare: Develop, implement, and support morale and welfare programs on installations. This may include hospital visits, canteen functions, internet lounges, libraries, distribution of donated items, fun runs and other special events. * Relationship Management with Military Command Structure: Represent the American Red Cross and promote programs and services on the installation by ensuring effective working relationships with military command structure. * Volunteer Management: Assists in the supervision of volunteer staff and management of all related human resource functions - including recruitment, training, utilization, evaluation, and recognition in accordance with ARC policies and procedures; helps ensure volunteer staff ratio reflects the diversity of the population being served. * Deployment Readiness: Reservist are required to deploy and maintain readiness at all times. In order to maintain their annual readiness certification, the following is required: * Deployment Familiarization Training on military culture and protocols, command relationships, do’s & don’ts while deployed and scenario-based situations. * Advanced leadership training and advanced casework training must be completed. * All trainings must be recertified annually to ensure continued readiness * Once activated for deployment, employees will meet regularly with senior leadership to ensure readiness and ability to backfill OCONUS SAF-IS Mobile and Reserve positions as needed. * Additional training with site specific scenarios with the current employee members at their deployment location is required. * Additional deployment medical requirements must be met. * Must obtain a no-fee passport prior to deployment and a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) upon arrival. The salary range for this position is $47,900 -$50,000. Deployment and Readiness Incentives are available while deployed. Note that American Red Cross salaries are aligned to the specific geographic location in which the work is primarily performed. Other factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The annual salary will be pro-rated depending on the amount of time worked and will paid bi-weekly. Upon returning from your deployment, you will be placed in an inactive status and will no longer be receiving payment. This job will e posted for a minimum of 5 business days and extended if the applicant pool needs to be extended. WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED: Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, human resources management, community organization, social or health sciences, or related field; or relevant equivalent experience is required. Experience: At minimum, three years of related experience required. Management Experience: N/A A current, valid driver's license with good driving record is required. Skills and Abilities: Requires strong computer skills. Public speaking skills and the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing are required. Must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in an individual or team environment. Flexibility to accommodate short notice assignments and long periods of time away from home is essential. The ability to balance multiple priorities is essential. Experience with American Red Cross programs and services is strongly desired. Familiarity with military culture, regulations and protocol is strongly desired. Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) weights of up to 50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle, and working under challenging conditions. Work Conditions: Work is performed both outdoors and indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. Conditions during deployment may be harsh, uncomfortable and stressful in conflict areas. WHAT WILL GIVE YOU THE COMPETITIVE EDGE: Ideal candidates will have a passion for supporting military members with the physical stamina and emotional capacity to live and work alongside deployed military members in harsh climates and difficult environments. SAF/IS employees are servant leaders supporting deployed military members through difficult and challenging issues. Candidates need to thrive on service and teamwork. Candidates must be adaptable with an ability to manage through ambiguity engaging others in problem solving complex issues. Core Competencies *Adaptability: Successful candidates must adjust to new situations quickly and have the ability to tackle the challenges these situations present. *Independent Problem Solving: Successful candidates are capable of handling high-pressure situations by knowing who to engage in dialogue and up with actionable solutions *Teamwork: Successful candidates have the ability to collaborate with team members, volunteers, and military personnel to achieve SAF/IS mission. * Servant Leader: Successful candidates must be leaders who put others and the mission first. Someone who understands that deployment is a hardship, and our mission is to support our military personnel in uncomfortable situations and circumstances. BENEFITS FOR YOU: We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn. • Medical, Dental Vision plans • Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts • PTO + Holidays • 401K with 5% match • Paid Family Leave • Employee Assistance • Disability and Insurance: Short + Long Term • Service Awards and recognition Apply now! Joining our team will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference every day. The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Interested in Volunteering? Life’s emergencies don’t stop, and neither do American Red Cross volunteers, who represent more than 90 percent of our workforce to help prevent and alleviate human suffering. You can make a difference by volunteering in a position that appeals to you and allows you to use your unique skills and talents. The Red Cross relies on generous volunteers who give their time and talent to help fulfill our lifesaving mission. Visit redcross.org/volunteertoday to learn more, including our most-needed volunteer positions. To view the EEOC Summary of Rights, click here: Summary of Rights
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention (HPCDP) section in Portland, OR is recruiting for one Health Systems Policy Specialist to provide leadership, strategic direction, and grant and contract administration for HPCDP health systems-related efforts. HPCDP’s strategic plan tackles chronic disease prevention with a comprehensive, community-wide approach to help people eat better, drink less alcohol, move more, live tobacco free, and take care of themselves. This means achieving better health, better care, and lower health care costs for all Oregonians.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
The OHA mission is helping people and communities achieve optimum physical, mental, and social well-being through partnership, prevention and access to quality, affordable health care. OHA’s work is organized into three broad goals: Improve the lifelong health of all Oregonians, increase the quality, reliability, and availability of care for all Oregonians and lower or contain the cost of care so it is affordable to everyone.
These positions are full-time, permanent, classified positions which are represented by a union, SEIU; and is not overtime eligible.
What will you do? As a Health Systems Policy Specialist , you will perform the following duties:
Serve as a subject matter expert for commercial tobacco cessation, providing guidance to internal and external on effective policies, systems, and practices, including Medicaid policies, clinic-based closed loop referral systems, and promotion of cessation counseling and referral services.
Promote and manage strategic relationships with key health systems partners (including, but not limited to state Medicaid programs and partners, payers, hospitals, clinics, and health care provider organizations) and provide high level health systems expertise based on scientifically sound methods for effective chronic disease prevention, early detection, and self-management.
Identify program related funding and develop grant applications and proposals for health systems-related contracts.
Manage grant and contract selection processes and oversee the day-to-day operation of these resultant contracts.
Lead and coordinate the development and implementation of work plans for multiple federal grants, including the development of required grant deliverables such as progress reports and annual work plan updates.
Coordinate commercial tobacco cessation strategies with other HPCDP strategic efforts and partners at the local, state, and regional level.
Provide guidance for local public health, community-based organizations, and other local service providers in the development and implementation of culturally and linguistically relevant cessation programs.
Provide subject matter expertise related to state and federal health reform, identify emerging issues in the role of public health in relationship to health system transformation and identify key issues and interventions related to equity in the health system.
Understand, track, propose, and develop strategies for HPCDP’s relationship with and involvement with other OHA divisions, programs, committees, and initiatives.
Provide strategic and technical expertise on health systems and community-clinical linkage strategies to promote self-management referrals from health systems to community resources, including culturally appropriate commercial tobacco cessation services.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven years of experience coordinating or administering a program related to public health.
Example: A bachelor’s degree and four three years of experience.
Requested Skills
Experience with commercial tobacco cessation programs, policies, and practices.
Experience with the core public health functions of assessment, policy, health equity and assurance.
Experience with grant and contract management, including the development of work plans and budgets, and compliance with reporting, tracking, and other requirements.
Familiarity with Oregon’s Medicaid delivery system, including the role of Coordinated Care Organizations, incentive metrics, and payment pathways for the delivery of community-based programs such as the National Diabetes Prevention Program and other chronic disease self-management and education programs.
Familiarity with health care system and community-clinical linkage interventions for preventing and managing chronic diseases among high-risk individuals.
Experience in identifying and addressing health disparities.
Experience working with diverse communities and creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
Experience developing and implementing program guidelines and structures to achieve program goals.
Experience building collaborative relationships with state agencies; health system organizations; members of local, state, and national agencies; community organizations; stakeholders; and the public.
Experience in developing and coordinating work plans shared by multiple individuals and organizations.
Experience in technical writing, presenting information clearly and concisely.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are times when the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location and the amount of remote work may be reconsidered at any time based on changing needs of the program.
Dec 21, 2023
Full time
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention (HPCDP) section in Portland, OR is recruiting for one Health Systems Policy Specialist to provide leadership, strategic direction, and grant and contract administration for HPCDP health systems-related efforts. HPCDP’s strategic plan tackles chronic disease prevention with a comprehensive, community-wide approach to help people eat better, drink less alcohol, move more, live tobacco free, and take care of themselves. This means achieving better health, better care, and lower health care costs for all Oregonians.
OHA values service excellence, leadership, integrity, health equity and partnership and has a strategic goal to end all health inequities by 2030.
The OHA mission is helping people and communities achieve optimum physical, mental, and social well-being through partnership, prevention and access to quality, affordable health care. OHA’s work is organized into three broad goals: Improve the lifelong health of all Oregonians, increase the quality, reliability, and availability of care for all Oregonians and lower or contain the cost of care so it is affordable to everyone.
These positions are full-time, permanent, classified positions which are represented by a union, SEIU; and is not overtime eligible.
What will you do? As a Health Systems Policy Specialist , you will perform the following duties:
Serve as a subject matter expert for commercial tobacco cessation, providing guidance to internal and external on effective policies, systems, and practices, including Medicaid policies, clinic-based closed loop referral systems, and promotion of cessation counseling and referral services.
Promote and manage strategic relationships with key health systems partners (including, but not limited to state Medicaid programs and partners, payers, hospitals, clinics, and health care provider organizations) and provide high level health systems expertise based on scientifically sound methods for effective chronic disease prevention, early detection, and self-management.
Identify program related funding and develop grant applications and proposals for health systems-related contracts.
Manage grant and contract selection processes and oversee the day-to-day operation of these resultant contracts.
Lead and coordinate the development and implementation of work plans for multiple federal grants, including the development of required grant deliverables such as progress reports and annual work plan updates.
Coordinate commercial tobacco cessation strategies with other HPCDP strategic efforts and partners at the local, state, and regional level.
Provide guidance for local public health, community-based organizations, and other local service providers in the development and implementation of culturally and linguistically relevant cessation programs.
Provide subject matter expertise related to state and federal health reform, identify emerging issues in the role of public health in relationship to health system transformation and identify key issues and interventions related to equity in the health system.
Understand, track, propose, and develop strategies for HPCDP’s relationship with and involvement with other OHA divisions, programs, committees, and initiatives.
Provide strategic and technical expertise on health systems and community-clinical linkage strategies to promote self-management referrals from health systems to community resources, including culturally appropriate commercial tobacco cessation services.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to seven years of experience coordinating or administering a program related to public health.
Example: A bachelor’s degree and four three years of experience.
Requested Skills
Experience with commercial tobacco cessation programs, policies, and practices.
Experience with the core public health functions of assessment, policy, health equity and assurance.
Experience with grant and contract management, including the development of work plans and budgets, and compliance with reporting, tracking, and other requirements.
Familiarity with Oregon’s Medicaid delivery system, including the role of Coordinated Care Organizations, incentive metrics, and payment pathways for the delivery of community-based programs such as the National Diabetes Prevention Program and other chronic disease self-management and education programs.
Familiarity with health care system and community-clinical linkage interventions for preventing and managing chronic diseases among high-risk individuals.
Experience in identifying and addressing health disparities.
Experience working with diverse communities and creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
Experience developing and implementing program guidelines and structures to achieve program goals.
Experience building collaborative relationships with state agencies; health system organizations; members of local, state, and national agencies; community organizations; stakeholders; and the public.
Experience in developing and coordinating work plans shared by multiple individuals and organizations.
Experience in technical writing, presenting information clearly and concisely.
What's in it for you? The public health division is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.
We offer exceptional medical, vision and dental benefits packages for you and your qualified family members, with very low monthly out-of-pocket costs. Try this free virtual benefits counselor by clicking here: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/pebb/pages/alex.aspx
Paid Leave Days:
11 paid holidays each year
3 additional paid "Personal Business Days" each year
8 hours of paid sick leave accumulated every month
Progressive vacation leave accrual with increases every 5 years
Pension and retirement programs
Optional benefits include short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Click here to learn more about State of Oregon benefits.
Most of this work may be conducted remotely at an alternate worksite with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. However, there are times when the work will need to be conducted at the primary work location listed in this announcement, the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232. Work location and the amount of remote work may be reconsidered at any time based on changing needs of the program.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Union Gap, Washington
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Office of the Columbia River within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill Ecology's Liaison to USBR-YRBWEP (Environmental Specialist 5) position. This position is located in our Central Regional Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. In this role you will serve as the agency expert and liaison to the US Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) responsible for representing Ecology's interests in the implementation of the Yakima River Basin Water Enhancement Project (YRBWEP). YRBWEP is a cooperative endeavor of Reclamation and Ecology to improve instream flows for fish and wildlife; to improve water supplies for irrigation; to protect, restore and enhance wetlands; and other purposes in the Yakima Basin. The YRBWEP Lead is responsible for facilitating cooperation and communication between the two agencies and represents the state's interests in the implementation of the 1994 and 2019 YRBWEP federal legislation. This position is responsible for informing Ecology Program Management on emerging issues and problems, new strategy approaches, policy development or law changes needed and enforcement/compliance issues related to the YRBWEP. This position has the unique opportunity to work with both state and federal project management teams made up of highly skilled professionals. As well as routinely update Yakima River Parker and Prosser federal target flow accounting. The mission of the Office of the Columbia River (OCR) is to aggressively pursue the development of new water supplies for the Columbia River through conservation and storage projects. Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work schedule. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on November 20. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before November 19, 2023 . If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date. Please Note: We will review all applications received before the date above. Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire was not made. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following : Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role challenging: This position works independently, under administrative direction of the OCR Financial and Project Section Manager. As the agency expert, you will serve as the liaison between the Reclamation and Washington State Department of Ecology on issues relating to the Yakima Basin. In this role, you will collaborate with multiple federal, state and local agencies, building partnerships to reach common goals that impact the environment where we live and recreate. You will be part of a highly effective and technically advanced team of project managers with OCR, in addition to the project management team that makes up the Reclamation’s YRBWEP team. What you will do:
Serve as the agency expert and OCR's lead member of the YRBWEP team's water and land acquisition team, which is authorized to acquire water and land to provide immediate instream flow increases in the Yakima Basin to benefit fish and wildlife.
Provide water rights research, assessment information, water law advice and interpretation of Washington water code. Analyzes and creates trust water rights, writes reviews, and edits contracts for water leases and purchases. Meets and negotiates with the public and with staff from various agencies to find and acquire water rights, and drafts and files appropriate petitions and proposed orders with the Yakima Adjudication Court and/or water right change applications to Ecology to transfer water rights from out-of-stream to instream uses.
Act as liaison and resource between the Reclamation and OCR and the Water Resources Program on matters related to YRBWEP. Manages flow tracking at the Parker and Prosser gages, as well as interaction with committee and workgroups related to YRBWEP and the Yakima Basin Integrated Plan (YBIP). Assists in the development of policy and guidance relative to the YRBWEP goals. Communicates with Ecology experts, including Water Resources Section Manager, OCR Program Director, OCR Operations Manager, irrigation district personnel and various engineers and hydrogeologists as needed to meet project commitments.
Review and solicits input on issues such as fish passage, water conservation, fish habitat development, structural/operational changes, surface water storage, groundwater storage and water banks/markets. Provides progress reports to Ecology management on YRBWEP progress and implementation.
Provide staff support to the YRBWEP workgroup, including representing the state's interest and providing advice and guidance. Is responsible for drafting, editing, and providing comments and recommendations to the YRBWEP team for development of the Basin Conservation Plan and implementation of the Basin Conservation Program (Water Conservation Grant Program). Assists Ecology and Reclamation to track conservation quantities for all YRBWEP water supplies.
Serve as Ecology's senior staff representative on state environmental policy and water law including the State Trust Water Right Program for the Yakima Basin, water right transfers, and water rights adjudication.
Provide interpretation of state laws and programs relevant to the implementation of the YRBWEP. Responsible for evaluating, commenting and providing recommendations on papers and reports prepared by Reclamation and others related to the YRBWEP. Serves as Ecology's senior staff representative on various committees, work groups, and interdisciplinary teams including Water Transfer Workgroup, YRBWEP and the Yakima Basin Integrated Plan.
Qualifications
Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:
30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent
Required Qualifications: A total of Ten (10) years of experience and/or education as described below: Professional level Experience in : Environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. Education: Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field. See chart below for a list of ways to qualify for this position: Possible Combinations. College credit hours or degree - as described above. Years of professional level experience - as described above.
Combination 1No college credit hours or degree10 years of experience.
Combination 2I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.9 years of experience.
Combination 3I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).8 years of experience.
Combination 4I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.7 years of experience.
Combination 5 A Bachelor's Degree.6 years of experience.
Combination 6 A Master's Degree.4 years of experience.
Combination 7 A Ph.D. 3 years of experience. OR One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 4, at the Department of Ecology. Additional Requirements : Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License. Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Knowledge of applicable state, federal and local environmental regulations and policies; methods for the development of an environmental program or complex study; multimedia environmental principles and practices.
Ability to work independently on large projects and stay focused for long periods of time.
Have field experience and be able to participate in field work, especially related to stream gage monitoring.
Effectively communicate technical information clearly, both orally and in writing.
Experience with Microsoft applications ACCESS, EXCEL, WORD, OUTLOOK, and POWERPOINT.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
A list of three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information : If you have specific questions about the position, please email Melissa Downes at: Melissa.downes@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Melissa to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Oct 31, 2023
Full time
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Office of the Columbia River within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill Ecology's Liaison to USBR-YRBWEP (Environmental Specialist 5) position. This position is located in our Central Regional Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. In this role you will serve as the agency expert and liaison to the US Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) responsible for representing Ecology's interests in the implementation of the Yakima River Basin Water Enhancement Project (YRBWEP). YRBWEP is a cooperative endeavor of Reclamation and Ecology to improve instream flows for fish and wildlife; to improve water supplies for irrigation; to protect, restore and enhance wetlands; and other purposes in the Yakima Basin. The YRBWEP Lead is responsible for facilitating cooperation and communication between the two agencies and represents the state's interests in the implementation of the 1994 and 2019 YRBWEP federal legislation. This position is responsible for informing Ecology Program Management on emerging issues and problems, new strategy approaches, policy development or law changes needed and enforcement/compliance issues related to the YRBWEP. This position has the unique opportunity to work with both state and federal project management teams made up of highly skilled professionals. As well as routinely update Yakima River Parker and Prosser federal target flow accounting. The mission of the Office of the Columbia River (OCR) is to aggressively pursue the development of new water supplies for the Columbia River through conservation and storage projects. Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work schedule. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on November 20. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before November 19, 2023 . If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date. Please Note: We will review all applications received before the date above. Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire was not made. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following : Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role challenging: This position works independently, under administrative direction of the OCR Financial and Project Section Manager. As the agency expert, you will serve as the liaison between the Reclamation and Washington State Department of Ecology on issues relating to the Yakima Basin. In this role, you will collaborate with multiple federal, state and local agencies, building partnerships to reach common goals that impact the environment where we live and recreate. You will be part of a highly effective and technically advanced team of project managers with OCR, in addition to the project management team that makes up the Reclamation’s YRBWEP team. What you will do:
Serve as the agency expert and OCR's lead member of the YRBWEP team's water and land acquisition team, which is authorized to acquire water and land to provide immediate instream flow increases in the Yakima Basin to benefit fish and wildlife.
Provide water rights research, assessment information, water law advice and interpretation of Washington water code. Analyzes and creates trust water rights, writes reviews, and edits contracts for water leases and purchases. Meets and negotiates with the public and with staff from various agencies to find and acquire water rights, and drafts and files appropriate petitions and proposed orders with the Yakima Adjudication Court and/or water right change applications to Ecology to transfer water rights from out-of-stream to instream uses.
Act as liaison and resource between the Reclamation and OCR and the Water Resources Program on matters related to YRBWEP. Manages flow tracking at the Parker and Prosser gages, as well as interaction with committee and workgroups related to YRBWEP and the Yakima Basin Integrated Plan (YBIP). Assists in the development of policy and guidance relative to the YRBWEP goals. Communicates with Ecology experts, including Water Resources Section Manager, OCR Program Director, OCR Operations Manager, irrigation district personnel and various engineers and hydrogeologists as needed to meet project commitments.
Review and solicits input on issues such as fish passage, water conservation, fish habitat development, structural/operational changes, surface water storage, groundwater storage and water banks/markets. Provides progress reports to Ecology management on YRBWEP progress and implementation.
Provide staff support to the YRBWEP workgroup, including representing the state's interest and providing advice and guidance. Is responsible for drafting, editing, and providing comments and recommendations to the YRBWEP team for development of the Basin Conservation Plan and implementation of the Basin Conservation Program (Water Conservation Grant Program). Assists Ecology and Reclamation to track conservation quantities for all YRBWEP water supplies.
Serve as Ecology's senior staff representative on state environmental policy and water law including the State Trust Water Right Program for the Yakima Basin, water right transfers, and water rights adjudication.
Provide interpretation of state laws and programs relevant to the implementation of the YRBWEP. Responsible for evaluating, commenting and providing recommendations on papers and reports prepared by Reclamation and others related to the YRBWEP. Serves as Ecology's senior staff representative on various committees, work groups, and interdisciplinary teams including Water Transfer Workgroup, YRBWEP and the Yakima Basin Integrated Plan.
Qualifications
Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:
30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent
Required Qualifications: A total of Ten (10) years of experience and/or education as described below: Professional level Experience in : Environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. Education: Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field. See chart below for a list of ways to qualify for this position: Possible Combinations. College credit hours or degree - as described above. Years of professional level experience - as described above.
Combination 1No college credit hours or degree10 years of experience.
Combination 2I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.9 years of experience.
Combination 3I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).8 years of experience.
Combination 4I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.7 years of experience.
Combination 5 A Bachelor's Degree.6 years of experience.
Combination 6 A Master's Degree.4 years of experience.
Combination 7 A Ph.D. 3 years of experience. OR One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 4, at the Department of Ecology. Additional Requirements : Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License. Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Knowledge of applicable state, federal and local environmental regulations and policies; methods for the development of an environmental program or complex study; multimedia environmental principles and practices.
Ability to work independently on large projects and stay focused for long periods of time.
Have field experience and be able to participate in field work, especially related to stream gage monitoring.
Effectively communicate technical information clearly, both orally and in writing.
Experience with Microsoft applications ACCESS, EXCEL, WORD, OUTLOOK, and POWERPOINT.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
A list of three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information : If you have specific questions about the position, please email Melissa Downes at: Melissa.downes@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Melissa to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Air Quality Program (AQP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Program Contracts and Grants Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4) (In-Training) position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
As Program Contracts and Grants Specialist, you will support Air Quality Program’s (AQP) mission by developing, negotiating, implementing and monitoring terms of agreements for AQP grants and contracts. You will hone your program knowledge, and use your in-depth grant and contract development experience to administer millions of dollars of federal, state, local government, university and private entity contracts and grants. These contracts and grants allow the AQP to assist public entities with air pollution reduction through air monitoring, technical assistance, public education, and enforcement. Note: This position offers a career path and on-the-job training. This position allows you to progress through the Environmental Specialist (ES) field and achieve the goal class of an ES4 . Candidates will be considered at the ES2, ES3 and ES4 levels, depending on qualifications. For salary levels for each, please see the qualifications section. The mission of the Air Quality Program (AQP) is to protect, preserve, and enhance the air quality of Washington to safeguard public health and the environment and support high quality of life for current and future generations. Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to an 80% tele-work schedule. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on September 6, 2023. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before September 5, 2023 . If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role unique? As the Program Contracts and Grants Specialist, you will interface with Air Quality Program and Ecology staff in a multitude of disciplines. You will also directly consult with and support local government and not-for-profit grant recipients, Tribes, local clean air agencies, the Attorney General’s office and other agencies and universities. Your grant portfolio includes landfill methane grants, improving air quality in overburdened communities, diesel and soot reduction, and other federal environmental grants. You will receive support and be involved with the Agency-wide grant group (including other agency-wide grant administrators) and develop expertise in competitive procurement processes. What you will do:
Negotiate, prepare, and manage complex contracts and agreements. Resolve issues that arise during the contracting process.
Ensure state policies and procedures are followed throughout the procurement process.
Assist staff in helping them in understanding regulations, policies, and procedures in the preparation of contracts, agreements, and procurements.
Review and analyze contracts and agreements to be sure they comply with regulations, policies and procedures.
Negotiate agreements with a variety of stakeholders.
Independently confirm reimbursement requests and grant submittals are eligible using working knowledge of grant agreement and guidelines, state and federal statutes and rules, AQP and Agency policies and procedures, and taking into account audit requirements and grantee relationships.
Provide expertise in determining eligibility issues and tracking and recording eligibility decisions as precedent for future issues.
Develop performance measures to accurately track and report data on all AQP grant programs.
Coordinate with the regional grant fund managers in grant cycle planning and execution.
Qualifications
This is an In-Training Position. The goal class for this position is Environmental Specialist 4 (ES4) . We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the ES2, ES3 and ES4 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements for the ES2 or ES3 levels, they will be hired in at that level and placed into a training program to become an ES4 within a specified period of time. Required Qualifications: Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:
30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, education, and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify. At the Environmental Specialist 2 level: Salary Range 45 ($3,796-$5,088 monthly) (In-training) A total of five years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience : Involving environmental analysis or control, policy, planning, or similar field of work. Experience may include a combination of the following:
assignments in environmental permit development and review
environmental inspections or enforcement activities
scientific studies, surveys, or scientific analysis
technical assistance for grants, contracts, and loans
interpretation of policy and environmental technical assistance.
Education : Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree - as listed above | Years of professional level experience - as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 5 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits | 4 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) | 3 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 2 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 1 year of experience
Combination 6 | A Master’s Degree or higher | No experience required
OR One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 1, at the Department of Ecology. At the Environmental Specialist 3 level: Salary Range 53 ($4,602-$6,198 monthly) (In-training) A total of six years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience : Involving environmental analysis or control, policy, planning, or similar field of work. Experience may include a combination of the following:
assignments in environmental permit development and review
environmental inspections or enforcement activities
scientific studies, surveys, or scientific analysis
technical assistance for grants, contracts, and loans
interpretation of policy and environmental technical assistance.
Education : Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree - as listed above | Years of professional level experience - as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 6 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits | 5 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) | 4 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 3 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 2 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master’s Degree | 1 year of experience
Combination 7 | A Ph.D. | No experience required
OR One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 2, at the Department of Ecology. At the Environmental Specialist 4 level: Salary Range 59 ($5,341-$7,184 monthly) Goal class A total of nine years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience : Involving environmental analysis or control, policy, planning, or similar field of work. Experience may include a combination of the following:
assignments in environmental permit development and review
environmental inspections or enforcement activities
scientific studies, surveys, or scientific analysis
technical assistance for grants, contracts, and loans
interpretation of policy and environmental technical assistance.
Education : Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position: Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree - as listed above | Years of professional level experience - as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 9 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits | 8 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) | 7 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 6 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 5 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master’s Degree | 3 years of experience
Combination 7 | A Ph.D. | 2 years of experience
OR Two years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3, at the Department of Ecology. Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Successful completion of Department of Enterprise Services’ Washington State Contract Management 401 training modules (or within 90 days of employment).
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Grant/loan and/or other related financial management experience.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
A list of three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees:
Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Pete Siefer at: Pete.Siefer@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Pete to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Aug 25, 2023
Full time
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Air Quality Program (AQP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Program Contracts and Grants Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4) (In-Training) position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
As Program Contracts and Grants Specialist, you will support Air Quality Program’s (AQP) mission by developing, negotiating, implementing and monitoring terms of agreements for AQP grants and contracts. You will hone your program knowledge, and use your in-depth grant and contract development experience to administer millions of dollars of federal, state, local government, university and private entity contracts and grants. These contracts and grants allow the AQP to assist public entities with air pollution reduction through air monitoring, technical assistance, public education, and enforcement. Note: This position offers a career path and on-the-job training. This position allows you to progress through the Environmental Specialist (ES) field and achieve the goal class of an ES4 . Candidates will be considered at the ES2, ES3 and ES4 levels, depending on qualifications. For salary levels for each, please see the qualifications section. The mission of the Air Quality Program (AQP) is to protect, preserve, and enhance the air quality of Washington to safeguard public health and the environment and support high quality of life for current and future generations. Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to an 80% tele-work schedule. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on September 6, 2023. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before September 5, 2023 . If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role unique? As the Program Contracts and Grants Specialist, you will interface with Air Quality Program and Ecology staff in a multitude of disciplines. You will also directly consult with and support local government and not-for-profit grant recipients, Tribes, local clean air agencies, the Attorney General’s office and other agencies and universities. Your grant portfolio includes landfill methane grants, improving air quality in overburdened communities, diesel and soot reduction, and other federal environmental grants. You will receive support and be involved with the Agency-wide grant group (including other agency-wide grant administrators) and develop expertise in competitive procurement processes. What you will do:
Negotiate, prepare, and manage complex contracts and agreements. Resolve issues that arise during the contracting process.
Ensure state policies and procedures are followed throughout the procurement process.
Assist staff in helping them in understanding regulations, policies, and procedures in the preparation of contracts, agreements, and procurements.
Review and analyze contracts and agreements to be sure they comply with regulations, policies and procedures.
Negotiate agreements with a variety of stakeholders.
Independently confirm reimbursement requests and grant submittals are eligible using working knowledge of grant agreement and guidelines, state and federal statutes and rules, AQP and Agency policies and procedures, and taking into account audit requirements and grantee relationships.
Provide expertise in determining eligibility issues and tracking and recording eligibility decisions as precedent for future issues.
Develop performance measures to accurately track and report data on all AQP grant programs.
Coordinate with the regional grant fund managers in grant cycle planning and execution.
Qualifications
This is an In-Training Position. The goal class for this position is Environmental Specialist 4 (ES4) . We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the ES2, ES3 and ES4 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements for the ES2 or ES3 levels, they will be hired in at that level and placed into a training program to become an ES4 within a specified period of time. Required Qualifications: Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:
30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, education, and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify. At the Environmental Specialist 2 level: Salary Range 45 ($3,796-$5,088 monthly) (In-training) A total of five years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience : Involving environmental analysis or control, policy, planning, or similar field of work. Experience may include a combination of the following:
assignments in environmental permit development and review
environmental inspections or enforcement activities
scientific studies, surveys, or scientific analysis
technical assistance for grants, contracts, and loans
interpretation of policy and environmental technical assistance.
Education : Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree - as listed above | Years of professional level experience - as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 5 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits | 4 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) | 3 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 2 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 1 year of experience
Combination 6 | A Master’s Degree or higher | No experience required
OR One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 1, at the Department of Ecology. At the Environmental Specialist 3 level: Salary Range 53 ($4,602-$6,198 monthly) (In-training) A total of six years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience : Involving environmental analysis or control, policy, planning, or similar field of work. Experience may include a combination of the following:
assignments in environmental permit development and review
environmental inspections or enforcement activities
scientific studies, surveys, or scientific analysis
technical assistance for grants, contracts, and loans
interpretation of policy and environmental technical assistance.
Education : Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree - as listed above | Years of professional level experience - as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 6 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits | 5 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) | 4 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 3 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 2 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master’s Degree | 1 year of experience
Combination 7 | A Ph.D. | No experience required
OR One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 2, at the Department of Ecology. At the Environmental Specialist 4 level: Salary Range 59 ($5,341-$7,184 monthly) Goal class A total of nine years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience : Involving environmental analysis or control, policy, planning, or similar field of work. Experience may include a combination of the following:
assignments in environmental permit development and review
environmental inspections or enforcement activities
scientific studies, surveys, or scientific analysis
technical assistance for grants, contracts, and loans
interpretation of policy and environmental technical assistance.
Education : Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position: Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree - as listed above | Years of professional level experience - as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 9 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits | 8 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) | 7 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 6 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 5 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master’s Degree | 3 years of experience
Combination 7 | A Ph.D. | 2 years of experience
OR Two years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3, at the Department of Ecology. Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Successful completion of Department of Enterprise Services’ Washington State Contract Management 401 training modules (or within 90 days of employment).
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Grant/loan and/or other related financial management experience.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
A list of three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees:
Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Pete Siefer at: Pete.Siefer@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Pete to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Union Gap, Washington
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Central Region Director’s Office within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Receptionist (Office Assistant 3) position. This position will be located in our Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. In this role, you will serve as the receptionist and first point of contact for the Central Region Office (CRO). You’ll work with Ecology’s ten environmental programs, private stakeholders, and a variety of government agencies. You will direct calls, visitors, and staff; conduct records management, facility management, data entry, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) routing, distributing and processing mail/packages and serve as backup for the Customer Service Specialist 2 (Fleet Coordinator). You will also be the first point of contact for incidents that require documenting pertinent information and transferring to the Environmental Report Tracking System (ERTS) Coordinator for follow up. This position embodies the One-Ecology philosophy, requires a high degree of professionalism, ability to multi-task and provide excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will be bilingual and able to communicate in both English and Spanish. The mission of the Department of Ecology (Ecology) is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s land, air and water for current and future generations. The Central Regional Director's team is a group of hardworking individuals that take pride in their work and being a "team." It's a supportive environment where members of the team are encouraged to find new and improved ways of doing things. Telework options for this position: This position is required to work in the office Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and is subject to change. Application Timeline: The positions will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of May 15, 2023. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before of May 14, 2023. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
As our first point of contact, you will manage the front lobby area and our main Ecology phone line, responding to general inquiries from the public in both English and Spanish, government agencies and staff, both in person and over the phone so you will need to be able to multi-task while maintaining a high level of professionalism. You will engage with Ecology’s ten environmental programs and make determinations on directing inquiries. You’ll be responsible for coordinating emergency personnel (i.e. fire, police and medical) that come to the building in response to an emergency, serving as the first line of security for the Central Region Office. What you will do:
Use a multi-functional telephone with five incoming lines.
Process outgoing and incoming mail.
Direct customers to appropriate staff for assistance, handling multiple forms of communication simultaneously, and providing courteous customer service.
Use agency standard computer and computer software to:
Create, maintain, and print documents.
Access information on the web page.
Communicate through electronic mail.
Access the calendar and schedule time.
Schedule conference rooms.
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with co-workers, agency staff, private sector and other government agencies. Maintain effective working relationships.
Participate in group processes and on teams.
Provide positive, accurate and pleasant customer service to external clients.
Take accurate messages and forward messages to the appropriate personnel.
Perform clerical support duties including but not limited to creating emails, typing letters, making copies, and scheduling meetings for the Region’s Business Administrator and other staff.
Research and produce copies of well logs for customers.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:
30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, education, and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify. A high school diploma or GED AND Two (2) years of clerical experience. Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Experience working with diverse communities.
Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to communicate fluently and effectively in English and Spanish.
Note : Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
A list of three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Per Governor Inslee’s Directive 22-13.1 , state employees must be fully vaccinated effective November 4, 2022. Providing proof of being fully vaccinated is a condition of employment and your vaccine status will be verified prior to starting work. Being fully vaccinated means two weeks after you have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use, licensed or otherwise authorized or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or listed for emergency use or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination” in the subject line.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Joy Espinoza at Joy.Espinoza@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Joy to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
May 08, 2023
Full time
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Central Region Director’s Office within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Receptionist (Office Assistant 3) position. This position will be located in our Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. In this role, you will serve as the receptionist and first point of contact for the Central Region Office (CRO). You’ll work with Ecology’s ten environmental programs, private stakeholders, and a variety of government agencies. You will direct calls, visitors, and staff; conduct records management, facility management, data entry, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) routing, distributing and processing mail/packages and serve as backup for the Customer Service Specialist 2 (Fleet Coordinator). You will also be the first point of contact for incidents that require documenting pertinent information and transferring to the Environmental Report Tracking System (ERTS) Coordinator for follow up. This position embodies the One-Ecology philosophy, requires a high degree of professionalism, ability to multi-task and provide excellent customer service. The ideal candidate will be bilingual and able to communicate in both English and Spanish. The mission of the Department of Ecology (Ecology) is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s land, air and water for current and future generations. The Central Regional Director's team is a group of hardworking individuals that take pride in their work and being a "team." It's a supportive environment where members of the team are encouraged to find new and improved ways of doing things. Telework options for this position: This position is required to work in the office Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and is subject to change. Application Timeline: The positions will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of May 15, 2023. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before of May 14, 2023. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
As our first point of contact, you will manage the front lobby area and our main Ecology phone line, responding to general inquiries from the public in both English and Spanish, government agencies and staff, both in person and over the phone so you will need to be able to multi-task while maintaining a high level of professionalism. You will engage with Ecology’s ten environmental programs and make determinations on directing inquiries. You’ll be responsible for coordinating emergency personnel (i.e. fire, police and medical) that come to the building in response to an emergency, serving as the first line of security for the Central Region Office. What you will do:
Use a multi-functional telephone with five incoming lines.
Process outgoing and incoming mail.
Direct customers to appropriate staff for assistance, handling multiple forms of communication simultaneously, and providing courteous customer service.
Use agency standard computer and computer software to:
Create, maintain, and print documents.
Access information on the web page.
Communicate through electronic mail.
Access the calendar and schedule time.
Schedule conference rooms.
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with co-workers, agency staff, private sector and other government agencies. Maintain effective working relationships.
Participate in group processes and on teams.
Provide positive, accurate and pleasant customer service to external clients.
Take accurate messages and forward messages to the appropriate personnel.
Perform clerical support duties including but not limited to creating emails, typing letters, making copies, and scheduling meetings for the Region’s Business Administrator and other staff.
Research and produce copies of well logs for customers.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:
30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, education, and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify. A high school diploma or GED AND Two (2) years of clerical experience. Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Experience working with diverse communities.
Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to communicate fluently and effectively in English and Spanish.
Note : Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
A list of three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Per Governor Inslee’s Directive 22-13.1 , state employees must be fully vaccinated effective November 4, 2022. Providing proof of being fully vaccinated is a condition of employment and your vaccine status will be verified prior to starting work. Being fully vaccinated means two weeks after you have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use, licensed or otherwise authorized or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or listed for emergency use or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination” in the subject line.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Joy Espinoza at Joy.Espinoza@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Joy to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Union Gap, Washington
Per Governor Inslee’s Directive 22-13.1 , state employees must be fully vaccinated effective November 4, 2022. Providing proof of being fully vaccinated is a condition of employment and your vaccine status will be verified prior to starting work. Being fully vaccinated means two weeks after you have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use, licensed or otherwise authorized or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or listed for emergency use or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Water Quality program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Lead Permit Developer/Facility Manager (Environmental Specialist 4) position. This position is located in our Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. In this position you will help protect and restore Central Washington’s water quality. You will develop and oversee National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and/or State Waste Discharge Permits (SWDPs) to ensure that wastewater discharges are managed to protect and restore water quality. This position works with engineers, environmental specialists and scientists within the Ecology Water Quality Program, as well as other Ecology programs and agencies. You will work closely with licensed professional engineers to review engineering reports for process wastewater treatment processes. The mission of the Water Quality Program is to protect and restore Washington's waters to support healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures state waters can support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. This position is not currently required to work in the office on a regular basis . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Looking ahead, Ecology has recently updated the agency policies on telework and flexible and compressed work schedules. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of December 14, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 13, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role unique? You will serve as CRO’s technical unit lead in permit development working closely with permit developers/permit managers in the drafting of technical fact sheets and permits. You’ll also serve as the CRO technical unit permitting representative on Ecology’s Water Quality Permit Writer’s Workgroup. As the representative on this workgroup, you’ll propose enhancements to shell language, improvements to permit writing tools, and procedures that will increase permit consistency and defensibility. As the lead you’ll also assist regional staff with inspection activities and be a resource to staff when they have permitting questions, need technical assistance, or are seeking funding options to make critical and important upgrades at permitted facilities. The efforts you provide will bring comprehensive compliance inspections, defensible permits, and coordination of permitting and improvements to individual facilities in the region.
What you will do: Prepare fact sheets and draft permits for peer, permittee, and public review. Provides technical assistance to permittees and other affected entities and individuals to achieve compliance. Mentoring and assisting junior staff of permitting activities. Perform statistical analyses on data from wastewater monitoring and receiving waters. Travel within Ecology’s Central Regional Office (CRO) geographic area to perform site inspections, conduct fieldwork, and occasional water quality sampling. Attend trainings that will help develop skill sets. Initiates recommendations for enforcement actions to achieve compliance with applicable water quality laws and regulations.
Qualifications Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Option 1: Nine (9) years of combined experience and/ or education: Education: Involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied science field. Experience: In environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. One (1) year of the total required experience Must include municipal and industrial wastewater treatment. Experience may include a combination of the following: Performing field surveys or studies. Responding to complaints involving scientific or technical content Preparing public meetings and hearings. Assistance with routine inspections or investigations requiring specialized knowledge of industry processes, pollutant sources or natural processes. Responding to routine inquiries or request for technical assistance involving scientific content. Conducting routing sampling and testing analyses, interprets data, writing reports. Providing routine environmental technical and administrative assistance to grant/contract/loan recipients of environmental protection projects. Investigating and or resolving complaints involving science or technology content. Performing inspections. Drafting technical evaluations and reports. Develops plans for researching information used for technical projects, regulatory or policy development. Plan and facilitate public meetings and hearings. Project work requiring specialized knowledge of industry processes, pollutant sources or natural processes. Providing technical assistance for complex scientific content and/ or support for implementing scientific content programs. Conducting tests, analyzing and evaluating data Using environmental databases to support technical projects Developing scientific studies and resource management plans Providing environmental technical and administrative assistance to grant/ contact/ loan recipients of environmental protection projects. Option 2: A Bachelor's degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field. Five (5) years of professional-level experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include experience as described in option 1. One (1) year of the total required experience Must include municipal and industrial wastewater treatment. Option 3: A Master’s degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field. Three (3) years of professional-level experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include experience as described in option 1. One (1) year of the total required experience Must include municipal and industrial wastewater treatment. Option 4: A PhD degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field. Two (2) years of professional-level experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include experience as described in option 1. One (1) year of the total required experience Must include municipal and industrial wastewater treatment. Option 5: Two (2) years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3 at the Department of Ecology. Experience Must include one (1) year in municipal and industrial wastewater treatment. All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position: Possible Combinations College credit hours or degree Years of required experience Combination 1 No college credit hours or degree 9 years of experience Combination 2 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits 8 years of experience Combination 3 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) 7 years of experience Combination 4 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits 6 years of experience Combination 5 A Bachelor's Degree 5 years of experience Combination 6 A Master's Degree 3 years of experience Combination 7 A PhD 2 years of experience Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment: Must possess and maintain a valid State's driver's license.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Experience drafting fact sheet and permit documents Experience working with environmental legislation and regulations at the deferral, state, and local level. Experience reviewing and understanding complex technical documents and prepare enforcement documents. Experience applying negotiation skills. Experience appropriately maintaining data or inspection records. Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist. If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page. If you are reading this announcement in print format, please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology. Application Instructions:
It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position. A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position. Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc. Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources.
Application Attestation:
The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Other Information: If you have specific questions about the position, please email Erik Van Doren at: Erik.VanDoren@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Erik to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology?
As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Vacation, Sick, and other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information
Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or our blog.
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Dec 01, 2022
Full time
Per Governor Inslee’s Directive 22-13.1 , state employees must be fully vaccinated effective November 4, 2022. Providing proof of being fully vaccinated is a condition of employment and your vaccine status will be verified prior to starting work. Being fully vaccinated means two weeks after you have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use, licensed or otherwise authorized or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or listed for emergency use or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Water Quality program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Lead Permit Developer/Facility Manager (Environmental Specialist 4) position. This position is located in our Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. In this position you will help protect and restore Central Washington’s water quality. You will develop and oversee National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and/or State Waste Discharge Permits (SWDPs) to ensure that wastewater discharges are managed to protect and restore water quality. This position works with engineers, environmental specialists and scientists within the Ecology Water Quality Program, as well as other Ecology programs and agencies. You will work closely with licensed professional engineers to review engineering reports for process wastewater treatment processes. The mission of the Water Quality Program is to protect and restore Washington's waters to support healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures state waters can support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. This position is not currently required to work in the office on a regular basis . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Looking ahead, Ecology has recently updated the agency policies on telework and flexible and compressed work schedules. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of December 14, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 13, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role unique? You will serve as CRO’s technical unit lead in permit development working closely with permit developers/permit managers in the drafting of technical fact sheets and permits. You’ll also serve as the CRO technical unit permitting representative on Ecology’s Water Quality Permit Writer’s Workgroup. As the representative on this workgroup, you’ll propose enhancements to shell language, improvements to permit writing tools, and procedures that will increase permit consistency and defensibility. As the lead you’ll also assist regional staff with inspection activities and be a resource to staff when they have permitting questions, need technical assistance, or are seeking funding options to make critical and important upgrades at permitted facilities. The efforts you provide will bring comprehensive compliance inspections, defensible permits, and coordination of permitting and improvements to individual facilities in the region.
What you will do: Prepare fact sheets and draft permits for peer, permittee, and public review. Provides technical assistance to permittees and other affected entities and individuals to achieve compliance. Mentoring and assisting junior staff of permitting activities. Perform statistical analyses on data from wastewater monitoring and receiving waters. Travel within Ecology’s Central Regional Office (CRO) geographic area to perform site inspections, conduct fieldwork, and occasional water quality sampling. Attend trainings that will help develop skill sets. Initiates recommendations for enforcement actions to achieve compliance with applicable water quality laws and regulations.
Qualifications Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Option 1: Nine (9) years of combined experience and/ or education: Education: Involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied science field. Experience: In environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. One (1) year of the total required experience Must include municipal and industrial wastewater treatment. Experience may include a combination of the following: Performing field surveys or studies. Responding to complaints involving scientific or technical content Preparing public meetings and hearings. Assistance with routine inspections or investigations requiring specialized knowledge of industry processes, pollutant sources or natural processes. Responding to routine inquiries or request for technical assistance involving scientific content. Conducting routing sampling and testing analyses, interprets data, writing reports. Providing routine environmental technical and administrative assistance to grant/contract/loan recipients of environmental protection projects. Investigating and or resolving complaints involving science or technology content. Performing inspections. Drafting technical evaluations and reports. Develops plans for researching information used for technical projects, regulatory or policy development. Plan and facilitate public meetings and hearings. Project work requiring specialized knowledge of industry processes, pollutant sources or natural processes. Providing technical assistance for complex scientific content and/ or support for implementing scientific content programs. Conducting tests, analyzing and evaluating data Using environmental databases to support technical projects Developing scientific studies and resource management plans Providing environmental technical and administrative assistance to grant/ contact/ loan recipients of environmental protection projects. Option 2: A Bachelor's degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field. Five (5) years of professional-level experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include experience as described in option 1. One (1) year of the total required experience Must include municipal and industrial wastewater treatment. Option 3: A Master’s degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field. Three (3) years of professional-level experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include experience as described in option 1. One (1) year of the total required experience Must include municipal and industrial wastewater treatment. Option 4: A PhD degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field. Two (2) years of professional-level experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include experience as described in option 1. One (1) year of the total required experience Must include municipal and industrial wastewater treatment. Option 5: Two (2) years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3 at the Department of Ecology. Experience Must include one (1) year in municipal and industrial wastewater treatment. All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position: Possible Combinations College credit hours or degree Years of required experience Combination 1 No college credit hours or degree 9 years of experience Combination 2 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits 8 years of experience Combination 3 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) 7 years of experience Combination 4 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits 6 years of experience Combination 5 A Bachelor's Degree 5 years of experience Combination 6 A Master's Degree 3 years of experience Combination 7 A PhD 2 years of experience Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment: Must possess and maintain a valid State's driver's license.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Experience drafting fact sheet and permit documents Experience working with environmental legislation and regulations at the deferral, state, and local level. Experience reviewing and understanding complex technical documents and prepare enforcement documents. Experience applying negotiation skills. Experience appropriately maintaining data or inspection records. Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist. If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page. If you are reading this announcement in print format, please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology. Application Instructions:
It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position. A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position. Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc. Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources.
Application Attestation:
The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Other Information: If you have specific questions about the position, please email Erik Van Doren at: Erik.VanDoren@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Erik to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology?
As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Vacation, Sick, and other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information
Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or our blog.
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Union Gap, Washington
Per Governor Inslee’s Directive 22-13.1 , state employees must be fully vaccinated effective November 4, 2022. Providing proof of being fully vaccinated is a condition of employment and your vaccine status will be verified prior to starting work. Being fully vaccinated means two weeks after you have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use, licensed or otherwise authorized or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or listed for emergency use or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Water Quality program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a General Permit Manager (Environmental Specialist 3) position. This position is located in our Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. In this position you will be responsible for implementing the permit program for the Sand and Gravel/Winery general permit and related activities in the seven-county area of the Central Regional Office. This position plans, prioritizes, and performs permit related activities, including inspections, determinations of facility coverage under a general permit or individual permit, technical assistance, status changes, compliance assurance, complaint investigation, and routine enforcement as necessary, to implement the Water Quality Program’s mission of protecting and restoring Washington’s waters. The mission of the Water Quality Program is to protect and restore Washington's waters to support healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures state waters can support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. This position is not currently required to work in the office on a regular basis . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Looking ahead, Ecology has recently updated the agency policies on telework and flexible and compressed work schedules. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of December 14, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 13, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role unique? This position allows for frequent, independent travel from Ecology’s Central Regional Office (CRO) to perform site inspections at remote locations within CROs seven county geographic area. Within the CRO geographic area you will have the opportunity to become the regional general permit expert for the Sand and Gravel/Winery facility operations. Additionally, you’ll participate in active workgroups specific to the general permits with the goal of improving processes and/or outcomes. An abundance of training opportunities will also be provided to enhance your skill sets in your assigned work and beyond. What you will do:
Work with the public (permitted and unpermitted) and other agencies/governments related to activities specific to their facilities.
Provide technical assistance to applicants to help them understand their options for changing or acquiring permits specific to their proposed projects or existing facilities.
Write detailed inspection reports. These reports are used to demonstrate compliance or aid them to get into compliance.
Respond to water quality complaints related to assigned facilities, in cooperation with other program staff and other programs or agencies.
Initiate recommendations for enforcement actions to achieve compliance with applicable water quality laws and regulations.
Utilize Ecology databases to analyze and interpret scientific information concerning water quality, pollution, and impacts to resources from pollution events using knowledge of chemistry and biology including interactions in soil, ground and surface waters.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Option 1 : Six (6) years of combined experience and/or education:
Education : involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Experience : in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning.
Experience may include a combination of the following:
Performing field surveys or studies.
Responding to complaints involving scientific or technical content
Preparing public meetings and hearings.
Assistance with routine inspections or investigations requiring specialized knowledge of industry processes, pollutant sources or natural processes.
Responding to routine inquiries or request for technical assistance involving scientific content.
Conducting routing sampling and testing analyses, interprets data, writing reports.
Providing routine environmental technical and administrative assistance to grant/contract/loan recipients of environmental protection projects.
Option 2 :
A Bachelor's degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Two (2) years of experience in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning, which may include experience as listed in Option 1.
Option 3 :
A Master's degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
One (1) year of experience in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning, which may include experience as listed in Option 1.
Option 4 :
A PhD involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position: Possible Combinations C ollege credit hours or degree Years of required experience Combination 1No college credit hours or degree6 years of experienceCombination 230-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.5 years of experienceCombination 360-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).4 years of experienceCombination 490-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.3 years of experienceCombination 5 A Bachelor's Degree2 years of experienceCombination 6 A Master's Degree1 year of experienceCombination 7A PhDNo experience Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid State's driver's license.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Experience inspecting facilities, data management, reviewing site specific documents.
Experience with environmental legislation and regulations at the federal, state, and local level.
Experience reviewing complex technical documents and preparation of enforcement documents.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Erik Van Doren at: Erik.VanDoren@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Erik to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Dec 01, 2022
Full time
Per Governor Inslee’s Directive 22-13.1 , state employees must be fully vaccinated effective November 4, 2022. Providing proof of being fully vaccinated is a condition of employment and your vaccine status will be verified prior to starting work. Being fully vaccinated means two weeks after you have received the second dose in a two-dose series of a COVID-19 vaccine or a single-dose COVID-19 vaccine authorized for emergency use, licensed or otherwise authorized or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration or listed for emergency use or otherwise approved by the World Health Organization. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Water Quality program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a General Permit Manager (Environmental Specialist 3) position. This position is located in our Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. In this position you will be responsible for implementing the permit program for the Sand and Gravel/Winery general permit and related activities in the seven-county area of the Central Regional Office. This position plans, prioritizes, and performs permit related activities, including inspections, determinations of facility coverage under a general permit or individual permit, technical assistance, status changes, compliance assurance, complaint investigation, and routine enforcement as necessary, to implement the Water Quality Program’s mission of protecting and restoring Washington’s waters. The mission of the Water Quality Program is to protect and restore Washington's waters to support healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures state waters can support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. This position is not currently required to work in the office on a regular basis . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Looking ahead, Ecology has recently updated the agency policies on telework and flexible and compressed work schedules. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of December 14, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 13, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan . Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions. Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive. Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work. Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement. We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role unique? This position allows for frequent, independent travel from Ecology’s Central Regional Office (CRO) to perform site inspections at remote locations within CROs seven county geographic area. Within the CRO geographic area you will have the opportunity to become the regional general permit expert for the Sand and Gravel/Winery facility operations. Additionally, you’ll participate in active workgroups specific to the general permits with the goal of improving processes and/or outcomes. An abundance of training opportunities will also be provided to enhance your skill sets in your assigned work and beyond. What you will do:
Work with the public (permitted and unpermitted) and other agencies/governments related to activities specific to their facilities.
Provide technical assistance to applicants to help them understand their options for changing or acquiring permits specific to their proposed projects or existing facilities.
Write detailed inspection reports. These reports are used to demonstrate compliance or aid them to get into compliance.
Respond to water quality complaints related to assigned facilities, in cooperation with other program staff and other programs or agencies.
Initiate recommendations for enforcement actions to achieve compliance with applicable water quality laws and regulations.
Utilize Ecology databases to analyze and interpret scientific information concerning water quality, pollution, and impacts to resources from pollution events using knowledge of chemistry and biology including interactions in soil, ground and surface waters.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Option 1 : Six (6) years of combined experience and/or education:
Education : involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Experience : in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning.
Experience may include a combination of the following:
Performing field surveys or studies.
Responding to complaints involving scientific or technical content
Preparing public meetings and hearings.
Assistance with routine inspections or investigations requiring specialized knowledge of industry processes, pollutant sources or natural processes.
Responding to routine inquiries or request for technical assistance involving scientific content.
Conducting routing sampling and testing analyses, interprets data, writing reports.
Providing routine environmental technical and administrative assistance to grant/contract/loan recipients of environmental protection projects.
Option 2 :
A Bachelor's degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Two (2) years of experience in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning, which may include experience as listed in Option 1.
Option 3 :
A Master's degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
One (1) year of experience in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning, which may include experience as listed in Option 1.
Option 4 :
A PhD involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position: Possible Combinations C ollege credit hours or degree Years of required experience Combination 1No college credit hours or degree6 years of experienceCombination 230-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.5 years of experienceCombination 360-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).4 years of experienceCombination 490-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.3 years of experienceCombination 5 A Bachelor's Degree2 years of experienceCombination 6 A Master's Degree1 year of experienceCombination 7A PhDNo experience Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid State's driver's license.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Experience inspecting facilities, data management, reviewing site specific documents.
Experience with environmental legislation and regulations at the federal, state, and local level.
Experience reviewing complex technical documents and preparation of enforcement documents.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Erik Van Doren at: Erik.VanDoren@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Erik to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Bellingham, WA
Please Note: The pay listed above includes the 3.25% pay increase that will go into effect on July 1, 2022. Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Toxics Cleanup Program (TCP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Senior Underground Storage Tank Inspector/Site Hazard Assessment and Washington Ranking Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4) position. This position is located in our Bellingham Field Office (BFO) in Bellingham, WA . In this role, you will prevent environmental contamination by protecting the land, water, and air of the state through regulatory oversight of underground storage tank facilities, investigations on potential occurrence of a release, and site hazardous assessments. Regulatory oversight is achieved through education, UST technical compliance (TC) inspections, UST installation inspections, UST decommission inspections, complaint investigations, issuing enforcement actions, initial investigations, and site hazardous assessments. Education, inspections, and enforcement actions result in increased compliance with state UST and MTCA regulations. The mission of the Toxics Cleanup Program (TCP) is to protect Washington’s human health and the environment by preventing and cleaning up pollution and supporting sustainable communities and natural resources for the benefit of future and current generations.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. This position is not currently required to work in the office on a regular basis . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Looking ahead, Ecology has recently updated the agency policies on telework and flexible and compressed work schedules. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.”
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of June 20, 2022. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before June 19, 2022. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
As a Senior Underground Storage Tank (UST) Inspector, you will conduct UST system inspections following the Environmental Protections Agency's TC guidance and demonstrate an ability to apply sound professional judgment in identifying and resolving violations of UST regulations. UST Inspectors provide technical assistance and education on UST related topics for the Toxics Cleanup Program. They also act as regional contact for external customers and statewide contact for internal customers regarding UST regulations, forms, technical questions, and direct and coordinate with owners and operators of UST systems, UST service providers, local government agencies, and others on complex UST sites. You will also conduct Initial Investigations of potential releases of hazardous substances. Following the Initial Investigation, you will conduct Site Hazardous Assessments ranking the potential exposure risk posed by the hazardous substance. What you will do:
Conduct UST technical compliance, decommissioning, and installation inspections.
Promptly respond to UST complaints.
Conduct Initial Investigations under the provisions of MTCA of potential of a release or threatened release of a hazardous substance.
Conduct Site Hazardous Assessments involving ranking the potential exposure risk posed by a hazardous substance within a relative scoring system.
Issue the appropriate enforcement action(s) to responsible parties and resolve enforcement actions.
Provide technical assistance, expertise, and education concerning UST systems and the regulations that apply to them.
Direct and coordinate owners and operators, contractors, local, state and federal government agencies, and others on complex UST projects.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
A total of Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Professional level Experience: in environmental analysis or control.
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
See chart below for a list of ways to qualify for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree | Years of professional level experience – as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 9 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 8 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 7 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 6 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 5 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 3 years of experience
Combination 7 | A Ph.D. Degree | 2 years of experience
OR Two years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3, at the Department of Ecology, conducting UST inspections and developing an expert working knowledge of Chapter 173-360A WAC and Chapter 90.76 RCW.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
Must pass initial 40-hour hazardous materials training within six months of hire and annual 8-hour refreshers
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Three years’ experience conducting UST inspections and an expert working knowledge of Chapter 173-360AWAC and Chapter 90.76 RCW.
Recommended: Certification by International Code Council 1. Tank Installation and Retrofit 2. Tank Decommission ECY 070-532 (Rev 6/10/2021) 3. Cathodic Protection 4. Site Assessment 5. Tank Tightness
Strong interpersonal communication skills; demonstration of clear, concise, professional, logical communication and technical communication skills - oral and written. Strong capacity for technical data assimilation, analysis, interpretation, and reporting. Routine application work with database and spreadsheet software for data management and interpretation
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Erik Snyder at: erik.snyder@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Erik to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Jun 07, 2022
Full time
Please Note: The pay listed above includes the 3.25% pay increase that will go into effect on July 1, 2022. Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Toxics Cleanup Program (TCP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Senior Underground Storage Tank Inspector/Site Hazard Assessment and Washington Ranking Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4) position. This position is located in our Bellingham Field Office (BFO) in Bellingham, WA . In this role, you will prevent environmental contamination by protecting the land, water, and air of the state through regulatory oversight of underground storage tank facilities, investigations on potential occurrence of a release, and site hazardous assessments. Regulatory oversight is achieved through education, UST technical compliance (TC) inspections, UST installation inspections, UST decommission inspections, complaint investigations, issuing enforcement actions, initial investigations, and site hazardous assessments. Education, inspections, and enforcement actions result in increased compliance with state UST and MTCA regulations. The mission of the Toxics Cleanup Program (TCP) is to protect Washington’s human health and the environment by preventing and cleaning up pollution and supporting sustainable communities and natural resources for the benefit of future and current generations.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. This position is not currently required to work in the office on a regular basis . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Looking ahead, Ecology has recently updated the agency policies on telework and flexible and compressed work schedules. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.”
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of June 20, 2022. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before June 19, 2022. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
As a Senior Underground Storage Tank (UST) Inspector, you will conduct UST system inspections following the Environmental Protections Agency's TC guidance and demonstrate an ability to apply sound professional judgment in identifying and resolving violations of UST regulations. UST Inspectors provide technical assistance and education on UST related topics for the Toxics Cleanup Program. They also act as regional contact for external customers and statewide contact for internal customers regarding UST regulations, forms, technical questions, and direct and coordinate with owners and operators of UST systems, UST service providers, local government agencies, and others on complex UST sites. You will also conduct Initial Investigations of potential releases of hazardous substances. Following the Initial Investigation, you will conduct Site Hazardous Assessments ranking the potential exposure risk posed by the hazardous substance. What you will do:
Conduct UST technical compliance, decommissioning, and installation inspections.
Promptly respond to UST complaints.
Conduct Initial Investigations under the provisions of MTCA of potential of a release or threatened release of a hazardous substance.
Conduct Site Hazardous Assessments involving ranking the potential exposure risk posed by a hazardous substance within a relative scoring system.
Issue the appropriate enforcement action(s) to responsible parties and resolve enforcement actions.
Provide technical assistance, expertise, and education concerning UST systems and the regulations that apply to them.
Direct and coordinate owners and operators, contractors, local, state and federal government agencies, and others on complex UST projects.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
A total of Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Professional level Experience: in environmental analysis or control.
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
See chart below for a list of ways to qualify for this position:
Possible Combinations | College credit hours or degree | Years of professional level experience – as listed above
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 9 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 8 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 7 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 6 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 5 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 3 years of experience
Combination 7 | A Ph.D. Degree | 2 years of experience
OR Two years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3, at the Department of Ecology, conducting UST inspections and developing an expert working knowledge of Chapter 173-360A WAC and Chapter 90.76 RCW.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
Must pass initial 40-hour hazardous materials training within six months of hire and annual 8-hour refreshers
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Three years’ experience conducting UST inspections and an expert working knowledge of Chapter 173-360AWAC and Chapter 90.76 RCW.
Recommended: Certification by International Code Council 1. Tank Installation and Retrofit 2. Tank Decommission ECY 070-532 (Rev 6/10/2021) 3. Cathodic Protection 4. Site Assessment 5. Tank Tightness
Strong interpersonal communication skills; demonstration of clear, concise, professional, logical communication and technical communication skills - oral and written. Strong capacity for technical data assimilation, analysis, interpretation, and reporting. Routine application work with database and spreadsheet software for data management and interpretation
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Erik Snyder at: erik.snyder@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Erik to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Multiple Locations, Washington State
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Pollution Assistance Partnership Coordinator (Environmental Planner 4) position. This position can be located in one of the following locations. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to one of the following locations: Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA . Northwest Regional Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA . Central Regional Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Eastern Regional Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA
Would you enjoy managing multi-agency efforts to help businesses reduce pollution to protect their employees’ health and the environment? In this position you will coordinate and oversee Ecology’s Pollution Prevention Assistance (PPA) Partnership . You and your team will provide training, support, and resources to approximately 40 pollution prevention specialists at over two dozen local government agencies so they can help small businesses in their jurisdiction correctly manage their waste, prevent discharges to wastewater and stormwater, and use safer products and chemicals, all while not increasing their costs of doing business. When we help businesses, we help Washington. The people of Washington enjoy outdoor activities and vibrant communities, so making small changes at businesses helps make Washington safe and healthy for all.
During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. This position is not currently required to work in the office on a regular basis . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Looking ahead, Ecology has recently updated the agency policies on telework and flexible and compressed work schedules. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.”
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of June 8, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before June 7, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date. T he mission of the HWTR Program is to protect Washington’s residents and environment by reducing the use of toxic chemicals, safely managing dangerous waste, preventing new contaminated sites, and cleaning up contamination. The HWTR vision is to be national leaders in minimizing and eliminating the impacts of toxic chemicals and hazardous waste.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) governs how businesses must manage the hazardous waste they produce and Ecology regularly inspects businesses that produce significant amounts of waste. However, many businesses in Washington only make a little dangerous waste so they are not regularly visited by inspectors and may not be aware of the regulations they must follow. When combined, these businesses generate millions of pounds of dangerous waste per year that could pollute land, air, and water. This is where Ecology’s Pollution Prevention Assistance (PPA) Partnership comes in! In this role you’ll manage contracts with over two dozen local agencies to visit these businesses and provide technical assistance to ensure they are preventing pollution and managing their waste correctly. Our Partners have found and resolved tens of thousands of potential pollution issues. To support our Partners you will lead a team that provides training, networking, and resources so they are well equipped to help local businesses and you and your team will work with various committees to develop educational materials and incentives for businesses. What you will do:
Develop and manage over two dozen contracts with local government agencies totaling approximately $6 million each biennium.
Lead Ecology’s internal Pollution Prevention Assistance team who provides training and resources to specialists at our contracted partners.
Develop policy, strategic goals, and metrics to shape the direction and success of the PPA Partnership.
Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams and other organizations to develop strategies to implement projects that reduce and replace toxic chemical use at businesses.
Conduct outreach to new government agencies to increase PPA Partnership coverage across the state and especially in eastern Washington.
Report on PPA Partnership efforts, successes, and challenges to management; determine funding needs; and work on budget requests and grant applications for funding to support Partnership growth.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Option One: A Bachelor’s degree with major emphasis in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; land use or environmental law; public or business administration with an environmental emphasis; natural sciences; or closely related field. AND Five years of professional experience in environmental regulation, land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning or management, and/or program development and management. Experience may include a combination of the following:
Experience with environmental inspection or compliance assistance programs.
Experience using project management tools and techniques.
Demonstrated ability to organize multiple assignments, sometimes of a complex nature or involving competing priorities and partner collaboration, to produce work products that are timely, accurate, and complete.
Experience with public or business administration.
Option Two: A Master's degree or above with major emphasis in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, landscape architecture, geography, land use or environmental law, public or business administration with an environmental emphasis, or closely related field. AND Three years of professional experience in environmental regulation, land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning or management, and/or program development and management. Option Three: One year of experience as an Environmental Planner 3 within the Department of Ecology, which includes experience coordinating interagency agreements, project management, experience with local, state or federal hazardous waste management regulations, stormwater regulations, pollution prevention or compliance assurance programs, providing trainings, and coordinating diverse interests across multiple agencies. Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Obtain and maintain a valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Knowledge of the PPA Partnership’s mission and work
Experience leading a team, assigning tasks and projects, and providing feedback in a non-supervisory capacity.
Ability to respectfully lead and coordinate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and government entities who may have conflicting interests
Knowledge of the Product Replacement Program
Experience with contract, grant, or loan management
Experience with meeting and training planning and facilitation
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Elaine Snouwaert at: Elaine.Snouwaert@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Elaine to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
May 25, 2022
Full time
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Pollution Assistance Partnership Coordinator (Environmental Planner 4) position. This position can be located in one of the following locations. Candidates must reside within a commutable distance to one of the following locations: Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA . Northwest Regional Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA . Central Regional Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA . Eastern Regional Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA
Would you enjoy managing multi-agency efforts to help businesses reduce pollution to protect their employees’ health and the environment? In this position you will coordinate and oversee Ecology’s Pollution Prevention Assistance (PPA) Partnership . You and your team will provide training, support, and resources to approximately 40 pollution prevention specialists at over two dozen local government agencies so they can help small businesses in their jurisdiction correctly manage their waste, prevent discharges to wastewater and stormwater, and use safer products and chemicals, all while not increasing their costs of doing business. When we help businesses, we help Washington. The people of Washington enjoy outdoor activities and vibrant communities, so making small changes at businesses helps make Washington safe and healthy for all.
During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. This position is not currently required to work in the office on a regular basis . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Looking ahead, Ecology has recently updated the agency policies on telework and flexible and compressed work schedules. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.”
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of June 8, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before June 7, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date. T he mission of the HWTR Program is to protect Washington’s residents and environment by reducing the use of toxic chemicals, safely managing dangerous waste, preventing new contaminated sites, and cleaning up contamination. The HWTR vision is to be national leaders in minimizing and eliminating the impacts of toxic chemicals and hazardous waste.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) governs how businesses must manage the hazardous waste they produce and Ecology regularly inspects businesses that produce significant amounts of waste. However, many businesses in Washington only make a little dangerous waste so they are not regularly visited by inspectors and may not be aware of the regulations they must follow. When combined, these businesses generate millions of pounds of dangerous waste per year that could pollute land, air, and water. This is where Ecology’s Pollution Prevention Assistance (PPA) Partnership comes in! In this role you’ll manage contracts with over two dozen local agencies to visit these businesses and provide technical assistance to ensure they are preventing pollution and managing their waste correctly. Our Partners have found and resolved tens of thousands of potential pollution issues. To support our Partners you will lead a team that provides training, networking, and resources so they are well equipped to help local businesses and you and your team will work with various committees to develop educational materials and incentives for businesses. What you will do:
Develop and manage over two dozen contracts with local government agencies totaling approximately $6 million each biennium.
Lead Ecology’s internal Pollution Prevention Assistance team who provides training and resources to specialists at our contracted partners.
Develop policy, strategic goals, and metrics to shape the direction and success of the PPA Partnership.
Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams and other organizations to develop strategies to implement projects that reduce and replace toxic chemical use at businesses.
Conduct outreach to new government agencies to increase PPA Partnership coverage across the state and especially in eastern Washington.
Report on PPA Partnership efforts, successes, and challenges to management; determine funding needs; and work on budget requests and grant applications for funding to support Partnership growth.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Option One: A Bachelor’s degree with major emphasis in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning; land use or environmental law; public or business administration with an environmental emphasis; natural sciences; or closely related field. AND Five years of professional experience in environmental regulation, land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning or management, and/or program development and management. Experience may include a combination of the following:
Experience with environmental inspection or compliance assistance programs.
Experience using project management tools and techniques.
Demonstrated ability to organize multiple assignments, sometimes of a complex nature or involving competing priorities and partner collaboration, to produce work products that are timely, accurate, and complete.
Experience with public or business administration.
Option Two: A Master's degree or above with major emphasis in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, landscape architecture, geography, land use or environmental law, public or business administration with an environmental emphasis, or closely related field. AND Three years of professional experience in environmental regulation, land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning or management, and/or program development and management. Option Three: One year of experience as an Environmental Planner 3 within the Department of Ecology, which includes experience coordinating interagency agreements, project management, experience with local, state or federal hazardous waste management regulations, stormwater regulations, pollution prevention or compliance assurance programs, providing trainings, and coordinating diverse interests across multiple agencies. Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Obtain and maintain a valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Knowledge of the PPA Partnership’s mission and work
Experience leading a team, assigning tasks and projects, and providing feedback in a non-supervisory capacity.
Ability to respectfully lead and coordinate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and government entities who may have conflicting interests
Knowledge of the Product Replacement Program
Experience with contract, grant, or loan management
Experience with meeting and training planning and facilitation
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Elaine Snouwaert at: Elaine.Snouwaert@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Elaine to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Shoreline, WA
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Water Quality Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Senior Water Quality Inspector position. This position is located in our Northwest Regional Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA. You will have the opportunity to telework the majority of your time, and should live within a commutable distance to our Shoreline office for in-person meetings, activities, and Seattle for field work.
This position is our program's expert in industrial stormwater permit implementation and enforcement in the Duwamish River watershed, with an emphasis on industrial facilities and contaminated properties. In this position, you will have the opportunity to make a difference by helping to reduce toxics through stormwater management alongside environmental justice initiatives.
The mission of the Water Quality Program is to protect and restore Washington's waters to support healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures state waters can support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health. Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Please Note: The salary posted above includes the additional 5% premium pay that this position will receive due to this position's location in King County. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of May 17, 2022. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before May 16, 2022. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
You will provide statewide leadership and on-the-ground implementation of new and ongoing water quality initiatives involving stormwater and toxic pollutants, so that point and non-point sources of pollution are controlled. This priority work is located on the banks of the Duwamish River, an area of historical industry in a community which has been negatively affected by the environmental, social, and economic impacts of pollution. You will address high-priority toxic pollutants, using both traditional and non-traditional stormwater best management practices. You will work to reduce stormwater pollution in areas that are in close proximity to underserved populations. What you will do:
Plan, coordinate, and conduct inspections and enforcement actions for facilities that fall under the Industrial Stormwater General Permit, Constructions Stormwater General Permit, and Boatyard General Permit.
Help facilities within the Duwamish River estuary reduce the pollutants they discharge to this environment.
Work with the Industrial Stormwater General Permit Implementation team to clarify permit language, and identify and develop tools and guidance to help facilities meet permit requirements.
Develop sampling strategies to identify contaminants that aren't typically found in routine stormwater management and compliance activities.
Conduct compliance assurance activities to leverage compliance with permits, rules, and laws including enforcement actions.
Work with other Water Quality staff to implement and refine statewide initiatives to reduce stormwater pollution, with a focus on reducing pollution in overburdened communities.
Collaborate with professional engineers, planners and hydrogeologists to develop and implement stormwater treatment technologies, toxics reduction plans, and monitoring/assessment strategies.
Co-chair the Duwamish Inspectors Group to ensure work is coordinated among the multiple agencies working in this area. This includes sharing data, reviewing complaints, and identifying facilities for join inspections.
Represent Ecology at technical conferences, stakeholder forums, and public meetings involving stormwater management, toxic pollutant controls, and the Duwamish River.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Option 1 Ten (10) years of education and/ or experience:
Education: involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Experience: in stormwater management or a related environmental field.
Experience may include a combination of the following:
Investigating environmental complaints or violations
Performing inspections or field investigations
Explaining complex environmental rules or regulations
Recommending compliance or enforcement options
Planning, developing, and conducting data collection, and analyzing the results
Assisting businesses with regulatory requirements, including explaining options for coming into compliance
Conducting scientific studies or environmental data analysis
Option 2
A Bachelor’s degree involving major study in environmental physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied filed.
Six (6) years of experience in stormwater management or a related environmental field, which may include experience as listed in Option 1 above.
Option 3
A Master’s degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Four (4) years of experience in stormwater management or a related environmental field, which may include experience as listed in Option 1 above.
Option 4
A PhD involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Three (3) years of experience in stormwater management or a related environmental field, which may include experience as listed in Option 1 above.
Option 5 One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 4 at the Department of Ecology. All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position: Possible Combinations | C ollege credit hours or degree | Years of required experience
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 10 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 9 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 8 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 7 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 6 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 4 years of experience
Combination 7 | A PhD | 3 years of experience
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must have a valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Experience with industrial stormwater management and treatment under Clean Water Act regulations.
Experience working with toxic pollutants involving chemistry, pollution prevention, or sampling and analysis.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Amy Jankowiak at: Amy.Jankowiak@ecy.wa.gov Please do not contact Amy to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
May 18, 2022
Full time
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Water Quality Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Senior Water Quality Inspector position. This position is located in our Northwest Regional Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA. You will have the opportunity to telework the majority of your time, and should live within a commutable distance to our Shoreline office for in-person meetings, activities, and Seattle for field work.
This position is our program's expert in industrial stormwater permit implementation and enforcement in the Duwamish River watershed, with an emphasis on industrial facilities and contaminated properties. In this position, you will have the opportunity to make a difference by helping to reduce toxics through stormwater management alongside environmental justice initiatives.
The mission of the Water Quality Program is to protect and restore Washington's waters to support healthy watersheds and communities. Our work ensures state waters can support beneficial uses including recreational and business activities, supplies for clean drinking water, and the protection of fish, shellfish, wildlife, and public health. Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Please Note: The salary posted above includes the additional 5% premium pay that this position will receive due to this position's location in King County. Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of May 17, 2022. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before May 16, 2022. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
You will provide statewide leadership and on-the-ground implementation of new and ongoing water quality initiatives involving stormwater and toxic pollutants, so that point and non-point sources of pollution are controlled. This priority work is located on the banks of the Duwamish River, an area of historical industry in a community which has been negatively affected by the environmental, social, and economic impacts of pollution. You will address high-priority toxic pollutants, using both traditional and non-traditional stormwater best management practices. You will work to reduce stormwater pollution in areas that are in close proximity to underserved populations. What you will do:
Plan, coordinate, and conduct inspections and enforcement actions for facilities that fall under the Industrial Stormwater General Permit, Constructions Stormwater General Permit, and Boatyard General Permit.
Help facilities within the Duwamish River estuary reduce the pollutants they discharge to this environment.
Work with the Industrial Stormwater General Permit Implementation team to clarify permit language, and identify and develop tools and guidance to help facilities meet permit requirements.
Develop sampling strategies to identify contaminants that aren't typically found in routine stormwater management and compliance activities.
Conduct compliance assurance activities to leverage compliance with permits, rules, and laws including enforcement actions.
Work with other Water Quality staff to implement and refine statewide initiatives to reduce stormwater pollution, with a focus on reducing pollution in overburdened communities.
Collaborate with professional engineers, planners and hydrogeologists to develop and implement stormwater treatment technologies, toxics reduction plans, and monitoring/assessment strategies.
Co-chair the Duwamish Inspectors Group to ensure work is coordinated among the multiple agencies working in this area. This includes sharing data, reviewing complaints, and identifying facilities for join inspections.
Represent Ecology at technical conferences, stakeholder forums, and public meetings involving stormwater management, toxic pollutant controls, and the Duwamish River.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
Option 1 Ten (10) years of education and/ or experience:
Education: involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Experience: in stormwater management or a related environmental field.
Experience may include a combination of the following:
Investigating environmental complaints or violations
Performing inspections or field investigations
Explaining complex environmental rules or regulations
Recommending compliance or enforcement options
Planning, developing, and conducting data collection, and analyzing the results
Assisting businesses with regulatory requirements, including explaining options for coming into compliance
Conducting scientific studies or environmental data analysis
Option 2
A Bachelor’s degree involving major study in environmental physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied filed.
Six (6) years of experience in stormwater management or a related environmental field, which may include experience as listed in Option 1 above.
Option 3
A Master’s degree involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Four (4) years of experience in stormwater management or a related environmental field, which may include experience as listed in Option 1 above.
Option 4
A PhD involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
Three (3) years of experience in stormwater management or a related environmental field, which may include experience as listed in Option 1 above.
Option 5 One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 4 at the Department of Ecology. All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position: Possible Combinations | C ollege credit hours or degree | Years of required experience
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 10 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 9 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 8 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 7 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 6 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 4 years of experience
Combination 7 | A PhD | 3 years of experience
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must have a valid driver's license
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Experience with industrial stormwater management and treatment under Clean Water Act regulations.
Experience working with toxic pollutants involving chemistry, pollution prevention, or sampling and analysis.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Amy Jankowiak at: Amy.Jankowiak@ecy.wa.gov Please do not contact Amy to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Shoreline, WA
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Air Quality Program (AQP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Senior Air Monitoring Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4)(In-Training) position. This position is located in our Northwest Regional Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA .
This is the perfect position for anyone who enjoys working outdoors and wants to apply their scientific expertise to help the Air Quality Program understand and reduce air pollution. In this position, you will monitor the ambient air for fine (PM2.5) and coarse (PM10) particulate, ozone, and other pollutants, as well as their chemical constituents, at locations throughout Ecology’s Northwest Region. The monitoring work you do in this position will be focused on implementing several national programs designed to understand air pollution levels near the busiest roadways, determine the chemical components of fine particle pollution, and determine compliance with federal health-based pollution standards through filter-based PM2.5 and PM10 sampling. This position also provides back-up operation for the automated gas chromatograph that is part of the Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations (PAMS) program as well as manual method carbonyls and VOCs for the National Air Toxics Trends Stations (NATTS) program at the Seattle-Beacon Hill NCore monitoring site. Being a reliable self-starter, an excellent problem-solver, and a natural collaborator is a must as you will function both independently and as an integral member of our regional and statewide teams of dedicated air monitoring professionals. The mission of the Air Quality Program (AQP) is to protect and improve air quality in Washington. The Air Quality Program’s vision is clean, healthy air and climate for all of Washington.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. Please Note: The salary posted above does includes the additional 5% premium pay that this position will receive due to this position's location in King County. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. This position is not currently required to work in the office on a regular basis . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Looking ahead, Ecology has recently updated the agency policies on telework and flexible and compressed work schedules. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of May 26, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before May 25, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
In this position your primary focus will be on implementing the Near Road Monitoring, PM2.5 Chemical Speciation Network (CSN), National Core (NCore) Monitoring fine and coarse particulate and other particulate monitoring programs. You will provide backup support as a member of a multi-disciplinary, highly collaborative and cooperative team that also implements the Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations (PAMS), National Air Toxics Trends Stations (NATTS), and other NCore monitoring. In this position, you will participate in operating almost every type of ambient air monitor, sampler, and sensor used in the Washington Network, including new monitoring to implement Environmental Justice provisions of the Climate Commitment Act. You will help the Air Quality Program better understand the formation, transport and fate of particulate and ozone pollution and their chemical constituents throughout the greater Puget Sound region. What you will do:
Uses advanced scientific knowledge to independently plan, prioritize, implement and perform professional activities in locating, installing, and operating new and existing air monitoring sites within Ecology’s Northwest Region that will help the Air Quality Program characterize air quality, meet federal air pollution standards, and ensure clean healthy air.
Serves as the primary operator for, and has a specialty focus on, the national near-road, PM2.5 Chemical Speciation Network, and fine and coarse particulate monitoring programs within Ecology’s Northwest Region.
Processes large amounts of air sample media for several different types of manual-method samplers. This is includes installing sample media in samplers in the field, properly storing media (e.g., refrigerating) sampled filters, as well as packing, shipping, and tracking media sample packages and coordinating with delivery services (FedEx, USPS) and analysis laboratories.
Investigates and evaluates new and current air monitoring sites, including sites in overburdened communities consistent with the implementation of the Environmental Justice provisions of the Climate Commitment Act.
Installs monitoring equipment including the site shelter and air monitors and coordinates with the IT & Telemetry unit and Calibration & Repair team to configure air monitors with data logging equipment.
Installs and operates temporary monitors and low-cost air sensors as needed to respond to wildland fire smoke and other emergent events.
Provides back-up operations for fellow Northwest Regional Office teammates, including the automated gas chromatograph for the Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations (PAMS) program and manual method carbonyls and VOCs for the National Air Toxics Trends Stations (NATTS) program at the Seattle-Beacon Hill NCore monitoring site, as well as for other ambient air monitoring operators around the state as needed.
Uses advanced scientific knowledge to provide technical consultation, assistance, support, and training on highly complex air monitoring operations to regional, tribal, federal, and local air agency air monitoring operators to ensure data collected within the Washington State Ambient Air Monitoring Network are accurate and comparable.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational, volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
The goal class for this position is an Environmental Specialist 4 (ES4). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the Environmental Specialist 3 & 4 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements for the ES3 level, then they will be placed into a training program to become an ES4 within a specified period of time.
Environmental Specialist 3 (Salary Range 49: $4,081-$5,357 Monthly)
A total of Six (6) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Professional level Experience in: environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. Experience may include:
Investigating and / or resolving complaints involving science or technology content
Performing inspections
Drafting technical evaluations and reports
Develops plans for researching information used for technical projects, regulatory or policy development
Plan and facilitate public meetings and hearings
Project work requiring specialized knowledge of industry processes, pollutant sources or natural processes
Providing technical assistance for complex scientific content and/ or support for implementing scientific content programs
Conducting tests, analyzing and evaluating data
Using environmental databases to support technical projects
Developing scientific studies and resource management plans
Providing environmental technical and administrative assistance to grant/ contract/ loan recipients of environmental protection projects
Experience in operations and maintenance of air monitoring instrumentation or closely allied environmental sampling field
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
See chart below for a list of ways to qualify for this position:
Possible Combinations. | College credit hours or degree. | Years of professional level experience.
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 6 years of experience
Combination 2 | I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 5 years of experience
Combination 3 | I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 4 years of experience
Combination 4 | I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 3 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 2 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 1 years of experience
Combination 7 | A Ph.D. | 0 years of experience
Environmental Specialist 4 (goal class) (Salary Range 55: $4,734-$6,208 Monthly)
A total of Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Professional level Experience in: environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. Experience may include:
Investigating and / or resolving complaints involving science or technology content
Performing inspections
Drafting technical evaluations and reports
Develops plans for researching information used for technical projects, regulatory or policy development
Plan and facilitate public meetings and hearings
Project work requiring specialized knowledge of industry processes, pollutant sources or natural processes
Providing technical assistance for complex scientific content and/ or support for implementing scientific content programs
Conducting tests, analyzing and evaluating data
Using environmental databases to support technical projects
Developing scientific studies and resource management plans
Providing environmental technical and administrative assistance to grant/ contract/ loan recipients of environmental protection projects
Experience must Include : One (1) year of the professional level experience must be in conducting air monitoring or similar environmental measurements to qualify at the ES 4 level. A Master's degree in Atmospheric, Meteorological, or Environmental science will substitute for 6 months experience in conducting air monitoring experience, and a Ph.D. in Atmospheric, Meteorological, or Environmental science will substitute for the full year requirement.
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
See chart below for a list of ways to qualify for this position:
Possible Combinations. | College credit hours or degree. | Years of professional level experience.
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 9 years of experience
Combination 2 | I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 8 years of experience
Combination 3 | I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 7 years of experience
Combination 4 | I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 6 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 5 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 3 years of experience
Combination 7 | A Ph.D. | 2 years of experience
OR
Two years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3 at the Department of Ecology, which must include One (1) year of the professional level experience in conducting air monitoring or similar environmental measurements.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices and methods of air quality monitoring and assessment, environmental pollution prevention and pollution control.
Understanding of and experience with emerging technologies and techniques of air quality sampling, testing, data gathering, basic research and field investigations.
Experience performing gas chromatography, particularly to analyze ambient air samples.
Understanding and experience applying applicable state, federal, and local environmental regulations and policies.
Ability to provide technical direction to professional staff for complex or controversial studies or projects.
Excellent deductive reasoning skills.
Experience designing and developing guidelines for environmental assessment activities, field studies and siting surveys.
Experience conducting final reviews for technical reports, and conclusions reached by professional staff.
Experience collaborating with other government officials, the regulated community and other clientele groups on complex or controversial environmental issues or problems.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Scott Dubble at: Scott.Dubble@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Scott to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
May 13, 2022
Full time
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Air Quality Program (AQP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Senior Air Monitoring Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4)(In-Training) position. This position is located in our Northwest Regional Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA .
This is the perfect position for anyone who enjoys working outdoors and wants to apply their scientific expertise to help the Air Quality Program understand and reduce air pollution. In this position, you will monitor the ambient air for fine (PM2.5) and coarse (PM10) particulate, ozone, and other pollutants, as well as their chemical constituents, at locations throughout Ecology’s Northwest Region. The monitoring work you do in this position will be focused on implementing several national programs designed to understand air pollution levels near the busiest roadways, determine the chemical components of fine particle pollution, and determine compliance with federal health-based pollution standards through filter-based PM2.5 and PM10 sampling. This position also provides back-up operation for the automated gas chromatograph that is part of the Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations (PAMS) program as well as manual method carbonyls and VOCs for the National Air Toxics Trends Stations (NATTS) program at the Seattle-Beacon Hill NCore monitoring site. Being a reliable self-starter, an excellent problem-solver, and a natural collaborator is a must as you will function both independently and as an integral member of our regional and statewide teams of dedicated air monitoring professionals. The mission of the Air Quality Program (AQP) is to protect and improve air quality in Washington. The Air Quality Program’s vision is clean, healthy air and climate for all of Washington.
About the Department of Ecology
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Our commitment to DEIR
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. Please Note: The salary posted above does includes the additional 5% premium pay that this position will receive due to this position's location in King County. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. This position is not currently required to work in the office on a regular basis . Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing. Looking ahead, Ecology has recently updated the agency policies on telework and flexible and compressed work schedules. Applicants with questions about position location options, telework, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of May 26, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before May 25, 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique?
In this position your primary focus will be on implementing the Near Road Monitoring, PM2.5 Chemical Speciation Network (CSN), National Core (NCore) Monitoring fine and coarse particulate and other particulate monitoring programs. You will provide backup support as a member of a multi-disciplinary, highly collaborative and cooperative team that also implements the Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations (PAMS), National Air Toxics Trends Stations (NATTS), and other NCore monitoring. In this position, you will participate in operating almost every type of ambient air monitor, sampler, and sensor used in the Washington Network, including new monitoring to implement Environmental Justice provisions of the Climate Commitment Act. You will help the Air Quality Program better understand the formation, transport and fate of particulate and ozone pollution and their chemical constituents throughout the greater Puget Sound region. What you will do:
Uses advanced scientific knowledge to independently plan, prioritize, implement and perform professional activities in locating, installing, and operating new and existing air monitoring sites within Ecology’s Northwest Region that will help the Air Quality Program characterize air quality, meet federal air pollution standards, and ensure clean healthy air.
Serves as the primary operator for, and has a specialty focus on, the national near-road, PM2.5 Chemical Speciation Network, and fine and coarse particulate monitoring programs within Ecology’s Northwest Region.
Processes large amounts of air sample media for several different types of manual-method samplers. This is includes installing sample media in samplers in the field, properly storing media (e.g., refrigerating) sampled filters, as well as packing, shipping, and tracking media sample packages and coordinating with delivery services (FedEx, USPS) and analysis laboratories.
Investigates and evaluates new and current air monitoring sites, including sites in overburdened communities consistent with the implementation of the Environmental Justice provisions of the Climate Commitment Act.
Installs monitoring equipment including the site shelter and air monitors and coordinates with the IT & Telemetry unit and Calibration & Repair team to configure air monitors with data logging equipment.
Installs and operates temporary monitors and low-cost air sensors as needed to respond to wildland fire smoke and other emergent events.
Provides back-up operations for fellow Northwest Regional Office teammates, including the automated gas chromatograph for the Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations (PAMS) program and manual method carbonyls and VOCs for the National Air Toxics Trends Stations (NATTS) program at the Seattle-Beacon Hill NCore monitoring site, as well as for other ambient air monitoring operators around the state as needed.
Uses advanced scientific knowledge to provide technical consultation, assistance, support, and training on highly complex air monitoring operations to regional, tribal, federal, and local air agency air monitoring operators to ensure data collected within the Washington State Ambient Air Monitoring Network are accurate and comparable.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational, volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
The goal class for this position is an Environmental Specialist 4 (ES4). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the Environmental Specialist 3 & 4 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements for the ES3 level, then they will be placed into a training program to become an ES4 within a specified period of time.
Environmental Specialist 3 (Salary Range 49: $4,081-$5,357 Monthly)
A total of Six (6) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Professional level Experience in: environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. Experience may include:
Investigating and / or resolving complaints involving science or technology content
Performing inspections
Drafting technical evaluations and reports
Develops plans for researching information used for technical projects, regulatory or policy development
Plan and facilitate public meetings and hearings
Project work requiring specialized knowledge of industry processes, pollutant sources or natural processes
Providing technical assistance for complex scientific content and/ or support for implementing scientific content programs
Conducting tests, analyzing and evaluating data
Using environmental databases to support technical projects
Developing scientific studies and resource management plans
Providing environmental technical and administrative assistance to grant/ contract/ loan recipients of environmental protection projects
Experience in operations and maintenance of air monitoring instrumentation or closely allied environmental sampling field
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
See chart below for a list of ways to qualify for this position:
Possible Combinations. | College credit hours or degree. | Years of professional level experience.
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 6 years of experience
Combination 2 | I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 5 years of experience
Combination 3 | I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 4 years of experience
Combination 4 | I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 3 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 2 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 1 years of experience
Combination 7 | A Ph.D. | 0 years of experience
Environmental Specialist 4 (goal class) (Salary Range 55: $4,734-$6,208 Monthly)
A total of Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Professional level Experience in: environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. Experience may include:
Investigating and / or resolving complaints involving science or technology content
Performing inspections
Drafting technical evaluations and reports
Develops plans for researching information used for technical projects, regulatory or policy development
Plan and facilitate public meetings and hearings
Project work requiring specialized knowledge of industry processes, pollutant sources or natural processes
Providing technical assistance for complex scientific content and/ or support for implementing scientific content programs
Conducting tests, analyzing and evaluating data
Using environmental databases to support technical projects
Developing scientific studies and resource management plans
Providing environmental technical and administrative assistance to grant/ contract/ loan recipients of environmental protection projects
Experience must Include : One (1) year of the professional level experience must be in conducting air monitoring or similar environmental measurements to qualify at the ES 4 level. A Master's degree in Atmospheric, Meteorological, or Environmental science will substitute for 6 months experience in conducting air monitoring experience, and a Ph.D. in Atmospheric, Meteorological, or Environmental science will substitute for the full year requirement.
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
See chart below for a list of ways to qualify for this position:
Possible Combinations. | College credit hours or degree. | Years of professional level experience.
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 9 years of experience
Combination 2 | I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 8 years of experience
Combination 3 | I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 7 years of experience
Combination 4 | I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 6 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 5 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 3 years of experience
Combination 7 | A Ph.D. | 2 years of experience
OR
Two years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3 at the Department of Ecology, which must include One (1) year of the professional level experience in conducting air monitoring or similar environmental measurements.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Advanced knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices and methods of air quality monitoring and assessment, environmental pollution prevention and pollution control.
Understanding of and experience with emerging technologies and techniques of air quality sampling, testing, data gathering, basic research and field investigations.
Experience performing gas chromatography, particularly to analyze ambient air samples.
Understanding and experience applying applicable state, federal, and local environmental regulations and policies.
Ability to provide technical direction to professional staff for complex or controversial studies or projects.
Excellent deductive reasoning skills.
Experience designing and developing guidelines for environmental assessment activities, field studies and siting surveys.
Experience conducting final reviews for technical reports, and conclusions reached by professional staff.
Experience collaborating with other government officials, the regulated community and other clientele groups on complex or controversial environmental issues or problems.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Scott Dubble at: Scott.Dubble@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not contact Scott to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Air Quality Program (AQP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Contracts & Grants Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4) position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
As the Program Contracts and Grants Specialist, you will report to the AQP Budget Manager and support the Program’s goal to provide clean, healthy air for all of Washington by managing grants for local core, diesel soot reduction, wood smoke reduction and federal grants, and supporting new climate legislation contracts and grants. In this position, you will coordinate with the project managers in reviewing and assessing grant applications and assist the Financial Unit Team and project managers to develop recommendations to management for proposed grantee selection and award amounts.
The mission of the Air Quality Program (AQP) is to protect, preserve, and enhance the air quality of Washington to safeguard public health and the environment and support high quality of life. The federal Clean Air Act requires all states to have statewide operating permit programs for businesses and industries that are the largest sources of air pollution. An air operating permit contains all the permit requirements that apply to an air pollution source. Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embrace the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding building occupancy, mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of February 11, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before February 10 , 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique? In this position you will be a key member of the Air Quality Program Financial Unit and will run procurements, core, woodsmoke reduction, federal, and climate-related grant programs, and ensure that the program’s Financial Unit provides accurate, transparent, and timely information that adheres to applicable federal, state, and agency policies at all times, while maintaining high-value professional relationships with internal and external partners. This position acts as a program expert in contracts, agreements, and procurements and works with program staff and management to assist them in understanding regulations, policies, and procedures in the preparation of contracts, agreements, and procurements. What you'll do:
Manage and coordinate the grant application process and pre-application announcement, including resolving issues, for assigned grant programs so that potential applicants are well-informed, final awards are as equitable and as wide spread as possible, and grant spending can begin in a minimal amount of time.
Provide assistance to regional offices and recipients on budgetary design/planning and contractual requirements, including but not limited to: grant agreements, payment requests/progress reports, amendments, and closeout processes.
Serve as a liaison between program and local air authorities regarding grant processes and implementation.
Develop, negotiate, implement and monitor terms of agreements for AQP contracts, resolve issues that arise as part of the contract process, work with agency Contracts and Grants Unit, the Attorney General’s Office, and other agencies and vendors to insure compliance and fulfillment of contract timelines and deliverables.
Establish working relationships with technical and subject matter experts in Ecology programs related to AQP grant proposals or projects, and coordinate grant development and oversight activities with these individuals.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
The goal class for this position is an Environmental Specialist 4 (ES4). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the Environmental Specialist 2 & 3 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements for the ES2 or the ES3 level, then they will be placed into a training program to become an ES4 within a specified period of time. At the Environmental Specialist 2 level: Salary Range 45: (3,535-4,627 Monthly) A total of Five (5) years of experience and/or education as described below.
Professional level experience in: Environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include a combination of the following:
Environmental permit development and review.
Environmental inspections or enforcement activities.
Scientific studies, surveys or scientific analysis.
Technical assistance for grants, contracts, and loans.
Interpretation of policy and environmental technical assistance.
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | C ollege credit hours or degree | Years of required experience
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 5 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits | 4 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) | 3 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 2 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 1 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 0 years of experience
At the Environmental Specialist 3 level: Salary Range 49: (3,887-5,102 Monthly) A total of Six (6) years of experience and/or education as described below.
Professional level experience in: Environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include a combination of the following:
Environmental permit development and review.
Environmental inspections or enforcement activities.
Scientific studies, surveys or scientific analysis.
Technical assistance for grants, contracts, and loans.
Interpretation of policy and environmental technical assistance.
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | C ollege credit hours or degree | Years of required experience
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 6 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits | 5 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) | 4 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 3 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 2 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 1 years of experience
Combination 7 | A PhD | 0 years of experience
At the Environmental Specialist 4 level: Salary Range 55: (4,509-5,913 Monthly) A total of Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below.
Professional level experience in: Environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include a combination of the following:
Environmental permit development and review.
Environmental inspections or enforcement activities.
Scientific studies, surveys or scientific analysis.
Technical assistance for grants, contracts, and loans.
Interpretation of policy and environmental technical assistance.
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position at the ES4 Level:
Possible Combinations | C ollege credit hours or degree | Years of required experience
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 9 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits | 8 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) | 7 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 6 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 5 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 3 years of experience
Combination 7 | A PhD | 2 years of experience
OR Two years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3 at the Department of Ecology. Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must complete Department of Enterprise Services’ Washington State Contract Management 401 training modules (or within 90 days of employment).
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Grant and loan or other related financial management experience.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Pete Siefer at: Pete.Siefer@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Pete to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Jan 21, 2022
Full time
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2 (Download PDF reader) , Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “ COVID-19 vaccination ” in the subject line.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Air Quality Program (AQP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Contracts & Grants Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4) position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
As the Program Contracts and Grants Specialist, you will report to the AQP Budget Manager and support the Program’s goal to provide clean, healthy air for all of Washington by managing grants for local core, diesel soot reduction, wood smoke reduction and federal grants, and supporting new climate legislation contracts and grants. In this position, you will coordinate with the project managers in reviewing and assessing grant applications and assist the Financial Unit Team and project managers to develop recommendations to management for proposed grantee selection and award amounts.
The mission of the Air Quality Program (AQP) is to protect, preserve, and enhance the air quality of Washington to safeguard public health and the environment and support high quality of life. The federal Clean Air Act requires all states to have statewide operating permit programs for businesses and industries that are the largest sources of air pollution. An air operating permit contains all the permit requirements that apply to an air pollution source. Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embrace the value of people. Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
Diversity : We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
Equity : We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
Inclusion : We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
Respect : We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued. During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding building occupancy, mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of February 11, 2022 . In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before February 10 , 2022 . The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Duties
What makes this role unique? In this position you will be a key member of the Air Quality Program Financial Unit and will run procurements, core, woodsmoke reduction, federal, and climate-related grant programs, and ensure that the program’s Financial Unit provides accurate, transparent, and timely information that adheres to applicable federal, state, and agency policies at all times, while maintaining high-value professional relationships with internal and external partners. This position acts as a program expert in contracts, agreements, and procurements and works with program staff and management to assist them in understanding regulations, policies, and procedures in the preparation of contracts, agreements, and procurements. What you'll do:
Manage and coordinate the grant application process and pre-application announcement, including resolving issues, for assigned grant programs so that potential applicants are well-informed, final awards are as equitable and as wide spread as possible, and grant spending can begin in a minimal amount of time.
Provide assistance to regional offices and recipients on budgetary design/planning and contractual requirements, including but not limited to: grant agreements, payment requests/progress reports, amendments, and closeout processes.
Serve as a liaison between program and local air authorities regarding grant processes and implementation.
Develop, negotiate, implement and monitor terms of agreements for AQP contracts, resolve issues that arise as part of the contract process, work with agency Contracts and Grants Unit, the Attorney General’s Office, and other agencies and vendors to insure compliance and fulfillment of contract timelines and deliverables.
Establish working relationships with technical and subject matter experts in Ecology programs related to AQP grant proposals or projects, and coordinate grant development and oversight activities with these individuals.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
The goal class for this position is an Environmental Specialist 4 (ES4). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the Environmental Specialist 2 & 3 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements for the ES2 or the ES3 level, then they will be placed into a training program to become an ES4 within a specified period of time. At the Environmental Specialist 2 level: Salary Range 45: (3,535-4,627 Monthly) A total of Five (5) years of experience and/or education as described below.
Professional level experience in: Environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include a combination of the following:
Environmental permit development and review.
Environmental inspections or enforcement activities.
Scientific studies, surveys or scientific analysis.
Technical assistance for grants, contracts, and loans.
Interpretation of policy and environmental technical assistance.
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | C ollege credit hours or degree | Years of required experience
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 5 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits | 4 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) | 3 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 2 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 1 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 0 years of experience
At the Environmental Specialist 3 level: Salary Range 49: (3,887-5,102 Monthly) A total of Six (6) years of experience and/or education as described below.
Professional level experience in: Environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include a combination of the following:
Environmental permit development and review.
Environmental inspections or enforcement activities.
Scientific studies, surveys or scientific analysis.
Technical assistance for grants, contracts, and loans.
Interpretation of policy and environmental technical assistance.
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible Combinations | C ollege credit hours or degree | Years of required experience
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 6 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits | 5 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) | 4 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 3 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 2 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 1 years of experience
Combination 7 | A PhD | 0 years of experience
At the Environmental Specialist 4 level: Salary Range 55: (4,509-5,913 Monthly) A total of Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below.
Professional level experience in: Environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning, which may include a combination of the following:
Environmental permit development and review.
Environmental inspections or enforcement activities.
Scientific studies, surveys or scientific analysis.
Technical assistance for grants, contracts, and loans.
Interpretation of policy and environmental technical assistance.
Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position at the ES4 Level:
Possible Combinations | C ollege credit hours or degree | Years of required experience
Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 9 years of experience
Combination 2 | 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits | 8 years of experience
Combination 3 | 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree) | 7 years of experience
Combination 4 | 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits | 6 years of experience
Combination 5 | A Bachelor's Degree | 5 years of experience
Combination 6 | A Master's Degree | 3 years of experience
Combination 7 | A PhD | 2 years of experience
OR Two years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3 at the Department of Ecology. Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must complete Department of Enterprise Services’ Washington State Contract Management 401 training modules (or within 90 days of employment).
Desired Qualifications: We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
Grant and loan or other related financial management experience.
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.
Supplemental Information
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov . Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you are reading this announcement in print format , please enter the following URL to your search engine to apply: https://ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Get-to-know-us/Jobs-at-Ecology .
Application Instructions: It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
Three professional references.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable. For Your Privacy: When attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.
Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. Application Attestation: The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Pete Siefer at: Pete.Siefer@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Pete to inquire about the status of your application. To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov
Why work for Ecology? As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave *, 11 Paid Holidays per year *, Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader) , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information Student debt: how working for Ecology can help The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn , Twitter , Facebook , Instagram or our blog .
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186 . Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388 .
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.