Stepherson & Associates Communications is looking for a full-time Senior Engagement Manager to join  the team, playing a crucial role in supporting the planning, design, and construction of transportation,  water, land use, and energy projects. S&A seeks a Senior Engagement Manager with at least 10 years of  demonstrable experience designing and implementing comprehensive public involvement and  communications programs for complex infrastructure, planning and policy projects, preferably with  local, regional and/or state government agencies. This is a leadership role that thoughtfully and  equitably engages communities on projects that shape our communities and helps inform public project  outcomes. Candidates should be highly skilled in public involvement, communications, outreach,  facilitation strategies, and best practices, with experience advising clients on strategic efforts to achieve  successful results.  

Responsibilities:

• Design, development, and implementation of complex, high-profile public involvement and  communications programs for multiple infrastructure projects with minimal oversight – applying environmental justice principles that remove barriers to participation.
• Manage, coach and collaborate with internal teams to delegate and complete work – providing  mentorship that further develops the skills of the team. 
• Develop and oversee high-quality, client-ready, public-facing materials (i.e., engagement plans,  communications plans, website content, fact sheets, email updates, surveys, questionnaires,  press releases, social media and a range of other project materials), and other activities as  necessary to support thoughtful, equitable and culturally relevant community engagement.  
• Plan, organize and facilitate online and in-person engagement activities (i.e., workshops, open  houses, in-person and virtual public meetings). 
• Develop and manage scope, budget, and contract processes for a portfolio of strategic projects. • Develop and implement strategic communications with project stakeholders, including elected  officials, residents, businesses, as well as environmental justice communities.  
• Represent projects, clients, and public agencies as needed to support project communications  and relationship building in the community and with other agencies.  
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, agencies, and community-based organizations.  • Closely track project activities, work with agency public information officers to ensure alignment  of communications across projects and identify opportunities and risks. 
• Lead internal engagement with other WMBE (women- and minority-owned business enterprise)  consultants on the project team(s) to identify ways to support continued success and  meet/exceed project utilization goals. 
• Assist with proposals and business development efforts as needed for key pursuits. 

Qualifications: 

• At least 10 years of demonstrated experience designing and leading comprehensive public  involvement and communications programs, creating an environment of trust and confidence. • A commitment to and demonstrated experience in developing and implementing equitable  engagement strategies to reach marginalized communities.  
• Demonstrated experience supporting public agencies to plan and implement public involvement  in transportation, water, land use, environmental, and/or energy sectors.  
• Demonstrated superior communications writing and editing skills with the ability to translate  complex technical information into easy-to-understand formats for non-technical audiences. • Demonstrated experience leading dynamic teams on multiple projects of varying size and  complexity, with a positive, respectful, and collaborative approach.
• Experience facilitating in-person and virtual community meetings, workshops, events, focus  groups, listening sessions and/or roundtables, etc.  Ability to work collaboratively, facilitate contentious and/or difficult conversations, resolve  conflicts, propose thoughtful and innovative solutions, and gain agreement with a variety of stakeholders.  
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing communication and public involvement  plans that use engagement tactics such as stakeholder interviews, public meetings, digital  communications and website content, and the development of visually compelling collateral.  
• Recent experience with social platforms, digital communications, and engagement best  practices, as well as experience implementing successful digital engagement campaigns.  • Superior ability to manage defined scopes of work, budgets and timelines, supporting clients to  develop and implement public involvement strategies on time and within budget.  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple deadlines for multiple projects.  • Ability to work well under pressure and manage sensitive or controversial subjects with tact,  kindness, and professionalism.  
• Ability to self-manage, be accountable for assigned projects, identify necessary actions, and  proactively manage internal teams to deliver strong results with limited oversight.  • Strong relationship-building and listening skills.  
• Understanding of and commitment to the practice of public participation, and an interest in  information-based communications and government projects and decision-making.  • Experience and/or background in a similar public-facing field including communications,  journalism, government affairs, public affairs, public relations, public involvement and outreach, planning, public policy, or related field.  

Organizational values: At S&A, we are expressly committed to equity and social justice, and as a team  are centering equity through our work and our individual actions. We believe in supporting our staff in  their personal and professional growth, providing new opportunities, building relationships, giving back,  and having fun! To support our staff in their personal and professional growth, all staff attend equity  workshops, led by a professional facilitator who supports our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion journey. 

Workplace culture: S&A is committed to fostering a thriving and supportive workplace that is a dynamic  and productive work culture. While we are a hybrid workplace, as community engagement practitioners,  in-person work with communities is core to this work. S&A works with employees to establish an in-office and remote schedule that works best for them, our teams, and our clients. Most staff work remotely a  couple of days a week. Staff managers work with employees to help to take full advantage of learning  opportunities found through onsite collaboration and connection with colleagues and other project staff. 

Salary and benefits: S&A offers a salary commensurate with experience and competitive benefits. The  starting salary range for this position is $105k-$125k. Benefits include paid vacation, sick, and volunteer  days; paid holidays; bonuses; health coverage (medical, dental, vision); disability; parental leave; 401(k)  with company match; transit pass; and free use of on-site fitness center. 

EEO: We encourage anyone with a bilingual or multicultural background to apply. S&A is an equal  opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on age, color,  disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification  protected by federal, state, or local law. 

To apply: Send your resume and cover letter to careers@stephersonassociates.com. We welcome work  samples that demonstrate your strong project management and communications skills. 

The Spill Prevention, Preparedness & Response (SPPR) program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Project Specialist (Environmental Planner 3) position. This position can be located in any of the following offices: Our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA or our Northwest Region Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

Please Note: If the final location of this position is determined to be in our Northwest Region Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA. there will be an additional 5% pay increase due to its location in King County. In this instance the salary range will be $5,608 - $7,543 per month. 

In this position, you will coordinate and develop the program’s review of State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and transboundary oil handling related projects. Through this work, you will assist the unit in identifying emerging transboundary issues and trends for future research projects. This is a unique position in the Spills Program, as the nature of the work changes as projects conclude and new projects emerge. You will gain a well-rounded understanding of the program’s policies, regulations, and priorities and will serve as a project manager for program-wide projects, provide rulemaking process or lead support, and participate on an Incident Management Team, further developing your skills in the Incident Command System. 

Agency Mission: The mission of the Department of Ecology's is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations.

Program Mission: The Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response (SPPR) Program’s mission is to protect, preserve, and restore Washington’s environment. The Spill Program’s vision is to create a zero spills world.

Tele-work options for this position: This position is eligible for up to a 90% telework schedule. This position may need to come into the office infrequently for team and external meetings, travel opportunities, trainings, and workshops.

Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on August 4, 2023. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before August 3, 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  *

SALARY: $64,092.00 - $86,208.00

If you’re interested in applying for this position, please follow this link: Project Specialist (Environmental Planner 3)

Looking to make a difference in your community? Join the Stepherson & Associates Communications team as an Engagement Project Manager and play a crucial role in supporting the planning, design, and construction of transportation, water, land use, and energy projects. S&A seeks a Project Manager with at least five (5) years of experience designing and implementing public involvement programs on transportation, water, land use, environmental and/or energy projects. We encourage anyone with a bilingual or multicultural background to apply.

Responsibilities

• Design, development, and implementation of public involvement and communications programs for multiple infrastructure projects, applying environmental justice principles that remove barriers to participation, with a positive, respectful, and collaborative approach.
• Collaborate with and manage internal teams to delegate and complete work – providing mentorship that further develops the skills of the team.
• Develop and oversee high-quality, client-ready, public-facing materials (i.e., engagement plans, communications plans, website content, fact sheets, email updates, surveys, questionnaires, press releases, social media and a range of other project materials, etc.), and other activities as necessary to support thoughtful, equitable and culturally relevant community engagement.
• Plan, organize and facilitate online and in-person engagement activities (i.e., workshops, open houses, public meetings, etc.),
• Represent projects, clients, and public agencies as needed to support project communications and relationship building in the community and with other agencies. 
• Closely track project activities, work with agency public information officers to ensure alignment of communications across projects and identify opportunities and risks.
• Develop and manage scope, budget, and contract processes for assigned projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, agencies, and community-based organizations.
• Lead internal engagement with other WMBE (women- and minority-owned business enterprise) consultants on the project team(s) to identify ways to support continued success and meet/exceed project utilization goals.
• Assist with proposals and business development efforts as needed for key pursuits.

Qualifications:

• At least five (5) years of demonstrated experience designing and leading engagement programs designed to broaden public involvement and improve communications with community members, particularly for marginalized communities.
• Demonstrated superior communications skills with the ability to translate complex technical information into easy-to-understand formats for non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively, navigate contentious and/or difficult conversations, resolve conflicts, propose thoughtful and innovative solutions, and gain agreement with a variety of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience leading dynamic teams on multiple projects of varying size and complexity, with a positive, respectful, and collaborative approach.
• Demonstrated experience supporting public agencies to plan and implement public involvement in transportation, water, land use, environmental, and/or energy sectors.
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing communication and public involvement plans that use engagement tactics such as stakeholder interviews, public meetings, digital communications and website content, and the development of visually compelling collateral.
• A commitment to and demonstrated experience in developing and implementing equitable engagement strategies to reach marginalized communities.
• Experience managing defined scopes of work and working with clients to develop and implement public involvement strategies.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple deadlines for multiple projects.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage sensitive or controversial subjects with tact, kindness, and professionalism.
• Ability to self-manage; be accountable for assigned projects, identify necessary actions, and proactively manage internal teams to deliver strong results with limited oversight.
• Understanding of and commitment to the practice of public participation.
• Strong relationship-building and listening skills.
• Background in communications, community outreach, public relations, urban and regional planning, environmental studies, environmental education, public policy, political science, or related field.

Organizational values: At S&A, we are expressly committed to equity and social justice, and as a team are centering equity through our work and our individual actions. We believe in supporting our staff in their personal and professional growth, providing new opportunities, building relationships, giving back, and having fun! To support our staff in their personal and professional growth, all staff attend equity workshops, led by a professional facilitator who supports our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion journey.

Workplace culture: S&A is committed to fostering a thriving and supportive workplace that is a dynamic and productive work culture. We are a hybrid workplace and work with employees to establish a schedule that works best for them and our teams. Most staff work remotely a couple of days a week. Staff managers work with employees to help to take full advantage of learning opportunities found through onsite collaboration and connection with colleagues and other project staff.

Salary and benefits: S&A offers a salary commensurate with experience and competitive benefits. The starting salary range for this position is $75k-$105k. Benefits include paid vacation, sick, and volunteer days; paid holidays; bonuses; health coverage (medical, dental, vision); disability; parental leave; 401(k) with company match; transit pass; and free use of on-site fitness center.

EEO: We encourage anyone with a bilingual or multicultural background to apply. S&A is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

To apply: Send your resume and cover letter to careers@stephersonassociates.com. We welcome work samples that demonstrate your strong project management and communications skills.

Join the Stepherson & Associates Communications team as a Community Outreach and Communications Coordinator and play a crucial role in supporting the planning, design, and construction of transportation, water, land use, and energy projects. In this role, you'll work with project teams to plan and implement public engagement processes, develop materials to communicate with the public, and plan events to connect with people and advance projects that benefit the community. One to two years of experience supporting communications, community outreach, public relations, or a related discipline is required. We encourage anyone with a bilingual or multicultural background to apply.

Job Responsibilities

Support implementation of engagement plans and outreach activities:

• Work with a project team to plan, develop and implement community engagement activities including construction outreach on large transportation infrastructure projects.
• Support the development of a range of project and engagement planning materials (i.e., fact sheets, FAQs, communications plans, surveys, questionnaires, presentations, etc.)
• Research demographic and population data to inform equitable outreach practices that will engage underrepresented communities.
• Analyze quantitative and qualitative data and summarize public input to create client-ready project updates and reports for internal and external audiences.
• Create project website content and updates, as well as social media content and updates.
• Track and draft responses to community correspondence and interactions.
• Coordinate logistics for in-person and online community events, workshops and meetings including the planning, coordination, and staffing.
• Provide in-person, onsite, and door-to-door outreach to community members, neighbors, and businesses.
• Coordinate and staff onsite community events including tabling, event booths, pop-ups and other culturally responsive events.
• Some projects may include supporting a project hotline and answering calls from the public.

Desired qualifications:

• Ability to understand and communicate complex technical information and concepts.
• Experience implementing public engagement on infrastructure project(s) in the transportation, water, parks, energy, environmental, and/or land use sectors for public agencies.
• A commitment to, and experience in, implementing equitable engagement to reach marginalized communities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience with editing and proofreading.
• Strong relationship-building and listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a positive, respectful, and collaborative approach.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Comfort working on high-profile and sometimes controversial issues and/or projects.
• Experience and/or academic coursework in Urban and Regional Planning, Journalism, Communications, English, Political Science, Environmental Studies, or related field.

Organizational values: At S&A, we are expressly committed to equity and social justice, and as a team are centering equity through our work and our individual actions. We believe in supporting our staff in their personal and professional growth, providing new opportunities, building relationships, giving back and having fun! To support our staff in their personal and professional growth, all staff attend equity workshops, led by a professional facilitator who supports our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion journey.

Workplace culture: S&A is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment that protects our employees, their families, and the broader community from COVID-19. All S&A staff are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination. We are a hybrid workplace and work with employees to establish a schedule that works best for them and our teams. Most staff come into the office at least once per week.

Staff managers work with employees to help to take full advantage of learning opportunities found through onsite collaboration and connection with colleagues and other project staff.

Salary and benefits: S&A offers a salary commensurate with experience and competitive benefits. The salary range for this position is $54k-$70k annually. Benefits include paid vacation, sick, and volunteer days; paid holidays; bonuses; health coverage (medical, dental, vision); disability; parental leave; 401(k) with company match; transit pass; and free use of on-site fitness center.

EEO: We encourage anyone with a bilingual or multicultural background to apply. S&A is an equal-opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

To apply: Send your resume and cover letter to careers@stephersonassociates.com. We welcome work samples that demonstrate your strong communication skills.

The Water Resources (WR) program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Contract and Grant Planner (Environmental Planner 4) 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.

Please Note: This is a project position that is expected to end on December 31, 2024.

In this role, you will serve as a member of a team of planning consultants to the WR Program Director, Office of Columbia River (OCR) Director, and WR and OCR Financial Services Section Manager, with responsibility for assisting with contract and grant financial services to implement water supply solutions directed through OCR. You will contribute to projects that tap into stored water from existing reservoirs, improve and build needed infrastructure, restore habitats, and develop enhanced water conservation projects to make water available for people, farms, and fish. This position will provide you with wide-ranging and valuable water resources management experience in WA, working with a variety of stakeholders who possess a diversity of goals and interests.

Agency Mission: Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment and to promote the wise management of our air, land, and water for the benefit of current and future generations.

Program Mission: The mission of the Water Resources Program is to is to support sustainable water resources management to meet the present and future water needs of people and the natural environment, in partnership with Washington communities.

Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to an 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 is subject to change.

Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on July 11, 2023. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before July 10, 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  *

SALARY: $70,800.00 - $95,184.00 Annually –Note: The salary listed above includes any pay increase that goes into effect on July 1st, for this classification.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please follow this link: Contract and Grant Planner (Environmental Planner 4)

Community Transit

Job Summary: Work to engage communities on the growing transit network in Snohomish County! Under supervision develops and implements community engagement plans. Projects include proposed service changes and service development. Builds relationships with transit partners and stakeholder groups. Plans and staffs outreach events. Assists in external communications for community engagement projects. This may include social media, website content, news releases, brochures, presentations, and internal communications. Coordinates with planning, communications, public affairs, and other staff to implement community engagement plans and communications. Works with peers and other departments to support outreach to priority populations.

Closing Date: Open until filled

Link: https://careers-commtrans.icims.com/jobs/1599/community-engagement-specialist/job

Company: Oregon Department of Transportation

Job Summary: As a community affairs coordinator, you will develop all public affairs and public information programs for the region office. You will be the primary point of contact for external partners from the initial development of transportation projects through construction. You will also be a member of multidisciplinary project development teams and help to communicate project objectives and assist in resolving issues as they arise.

Closing Date: 11:59p.m. on July 3

Link to Learn More and Apply: https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Community-Affairs-Coordinator_REQ-130830

For more information: https://hdr.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=173293&lang=en

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

We create connections between people and the projects and services that move communities forward.

We are looking for a Senior Strategic Communications Coordinator to be a member of our Strategic Communications program, a global team of communicators who are passionate about putting people first in planning and infrastructure. As a full-service community engagement and creative practice, we develop and implement ideas to bring people together in projects of every size and sector. We help people get to know each other, foster understanding, and build more connected, equitable, and sustainable communities.

In the role of Senior Strategic Communications Coordinator you’ll be responsible for managing projects and building strong relationships with some of HDR’s biggest clients. As a natural connector of people, you’ll understand these clients and their priorities and challenges with the objective of employing the right communication and engagement strategies. This requires deep knowledge of public involvement, public relations, and community engagement strategies along with the ability to listen, develop unique strategies, and identify team synergies concentrated on solving the challenges facing our clients.

As Strategic Communications professionals, we work with our client’s brand – not HDR – to strengthen our client’s messaging and engagement strategies for a program, initiative or project.

Primary Role & Responsibilities:

HDR is looking to add a talented Senior Strategic Communications Coordinator to our growing program to lead construction communications in the transportation, energy, and water markets in the Midwest. As a communications professional working within an engineering company, this role will continue to build and foster internal relationships with HDR project managers and staff. You will also have the desire to engage with technical staff and quick technical comprehension in order to translate technical knowledge into accessible and understandable content.

This role will lead or support the development and implementation of construction communications plans (target audience strategy, media relations and tracking, collateral material development, overall activity schedule, information lines, contact databases, and reporting) to inform communities in a positive and meaningful way. They will also handle the coordination and leadership of production/planning teams, lead concept development, writing, editing, and assisting in graphic coordination of outreach materials such as email and alert communications, surveys, newsletters, websites, handouts, videos, advertisements, and press releases. You will be expected to lead the facilitation of virtual or in-person public meetings, hearings, open houses, focus groups, workshops, advisory committees, and other stakeholder meetings, as well as coordinate project-related data gathering and political analysis and monitoring. You will assist with the development and management of political outreach strategies and manage social media campaigns. This will involve media coordination/management, including public notices and press releases, media monitoring/tracking for project documentation, and the management of external service providers including sub-consultants.

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3 years related experience in strategic communications, public relationships, public involvement and/or community engagement
• Experience leading social media campaigns
• Technical writing experience
• Service- and client-oriented personality with the ability to handle multiple assignments at a time and set and meet deadlines
• Self-starter; can work well independently or in a team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel
• Working knowledge of local, state and federal requirements for public involvement
• Strong organizational skills
• Must be able to effectively work in minimally supervised and/or unsupervised environments
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

Preferred Qualifications

• 8 years related experience preferred
• Media relations experience desired
• Experience in the energy, transportation, and/or water markets is preferred
• Previous consulting or account management experience preferred

Physical Expectations/Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds without assistance
• Must be able to effectively communicate in person, by telephone, and via email
• Must be able to independently get yourself to meetings and events

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible.  When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.  

The Air Quality Program (AQP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Senior Cap-and-Invest Market Monitor (Financial Examiner 4) (In-Training) position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA.

As a Senior Cap-and-Invest Market Monitor, you will play a critical role supporting the successful long-term performance of Washington’s cap-and-invest program by helping ensure that our market stays transparent and free of fraud through monitoring of auctions and trading in allowance and other related markets. With your finance and/or econometric skillset, you’ll assess the market’s health with an eye towards Washington’s statutory commitments to decarbonization, and provide input for policy discussions on an ad-hoc basis. Working with Ecology’s Attorney(s) General, you’ll also investigate potential rule violations and support follow up enforcement actions if needed to maintain the market’s integrity.

Through your collaboration with Ecology staff, State agencies, and other cap-and-invest jurisdictions, you’ll cultivate a deep understanding of the nexus between emissions allowance, energy, and financial markets. You’ll become a subject matter expert on cap-and-invest market behavior and serve as a resource to the rest of the CCA (Climate Commitment Act) Implementation Group as we work together to develop, implement, and maintain this powerful emissions-reduction program.

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.  

Note: This position offers a career path and on-the-job training. This position allows you to progress through the Financial Examiner (FE) field and achieve the goal class of an FE4. Candidates will be considered at the FE3 and FE4 levels, depending on their qualifications. For salary levels for each, please see the qualifications section.

Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible to tele-work up to three days per week. 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 June 30, 2023. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before June 29, 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  *

SALARY: $73,260.00 - $108,804.00 –Note: The salary listed above doesn't include the scheduled 4% general salary increase effective 7/1/2023.

If you’re interested in applying for this position, please following this link: Senior Cap-and-Invest Market Monitor (Financial Examiner 4) (In-Training) 

The Solid Waste Management (SWM) program is looking to fill a Litter Coordinator (Natural Resource Specialist 5) position. This position is located in our Southwest Region Office in Lacey, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to travel throughout Ecology’s Southwest Region, visiting roads and other public lands to oversee crews hired for the purpose of cleaning up litter and illegal dumps to directly improve Washington’s environment. You will work independently to manage a program budget, maintain a vehicle fleet, ensure supplies are in stock, and hire all work crew members. You will work with other state and local governments on litter, illegal dump cleanup and prevention measures and oversight of grants. This position is an entry-level supervisor position which can provide valuable management experience.

Agency Mission: Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment and to promote the wise management of our air, land and water for the benefit of current and future generations.

Program Mission: The Solid Waste Management (SWM) Program’s mission is to reduce both the amount and effects of wastes generated in Washington, and our vision is to transition to a society where waste is viewed as inefficient and most wastes and toxic substances have been eliminated.

Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to an 80% telework 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 is subject to change.

Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on June 20, 2023. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before June 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.

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  *

SALARY: $65,748.00 - $88,416.00*

*The salary listed above includes the scheduled 4% general salary increase effective 7/1/2023.

If you’re interested in applying for this position, please follow this link: Litter Coordinator (Natural Resource Specialist 5)

If you have any questions regarding the position, please email: careers@ecy.wa.gov.