America Votes
Organization Overview
America Votes works year-round to build a more representative democracy, strengthen every American's right to vote, and win elections in key states.
America Votes leads a robust, growing coalition of more than 400 progressive organizations across the country, building coordinated plans and executing shared strategies to win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
For more than 20 years, America Votes has been the common link between many of the most influential and impactful issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, America Votes and its partners have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues – from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more – and mobilized millions of voters.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition. We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, including the right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality, and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities faced by our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work.
America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources, and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking a dynamic, collaborative leader with a history of successfully executing issue and electoral campaign programs as well as deep experience building strong partnerships and coalitions to serve as the Minnesota Senior Strategy and Program Director through 2026.
This position is responsible for developing the strategy to advance coalition-wide priorities and managing the execution of coordinated direct voter contact plans in Minnesota. The Senior Director will coordinate strategies between state and national partners to maximize the priorities, resources, and effectiveness of all partners.
The Senior Director will take a strategic, collaborative, and flexible approach to coalition management and leverage immediate political opportunities to service short and long-term strategic priorities.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in electoral field program management, superb interpersonal skills, a demonstrated commitment to racial equity, the ability to foster trust and respect with stakeholders, and the capacity to lead an inclusive, collaborative and diverse coalition of partner organizations. This is a full-time temporary position that ends on December 31, 2026. This is a management position and is not union eligible.
Position Responsibilities
Strategic planning: Supporting coalition partners and allies through the development of campaign plans (electoral, accountability, issue advocacy, and voting rights campaigns), providing technical and organizing assistance, responding to programmatic requests and participating in long-range strategic planning for the Minnesota progressive movement.
Work with America Votes partner organizations and stakeholders to design efficient and strategic electoral and voter education plans.
Responsibility: Work with America Votes' national team to identify in-state funding opportunities to support America Votes' operations and partner-led programs.
Serve as a liaison between national and state based partners to align resources and strategies. Convene individual coalition partners and the collective table on a regular basis and facilitate discussions, decision making, and other critical work.
Assist local organizations in identifying resources to build capacity and improve performance, shared strategy, and organization-specific campaign plans.
Lead the coalition in approaching campaign, electoral, and coalition work through a lens of racial equity.
Support or develop ongoing programs and legislative advocacy related to election modernization in collaboration with voting rights organizations and advocates.
Manage the Minnesota staff of America Votes. Manage lobbying contracts and vendors as assigned.
Play a key role in shaping America Votes strategy for the ongoing engagement and coordination of stakeholders in Minnesota-focused programs.
Other responsibilities as needed by partners and stakeholders.
Qualifications
Relationship-building: Enthusiasm for building strong, trusting relationships with a diverse set of partners and allies over the long term; ability to build consensus, negotiate, and strategically disagree within a highly collaborative environment
6+ years of electoral and advocacy campaign experience. At least two cycles in leadership for statewide campaign operations and management of campaign staff.
Expertise in electoral field program management, including outstanding organizing skills and the ability to write, evaluate, and execute winning campaign plans with a strong direct voter contact component. Ideal candidates have experience with ballot initiatives, early voting programs and strategies, and election modernization programs.
Ability to successfully manage a coalition in a thoughtful, strategic and inclusive manner. Proven track record of leading work through a lens of racial equity.
Demonstrated ability to exercise excellent political judgment and discretion.
Demonstrated ability to recognize the strengths of others; to coach, manage, and develop them as professionals; and to exemplify a people-management style that is results-oriented, inclusive, collaborative, and respectful.
Superb interpersonal skills, with an impressive history of forging strong and positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
Ability to negotiate, build consensus, resolve conflicts, and strategically disagree.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Experience working with funders, including preparing reports and presentations.
Ability to understand and synthesize data, using it to inform strategy and problem solve across diverse audiences.
Willingness to work long and irregular hours campaign style hours and to travel as needed.
Nice to have
Understanding of the Minnesota political landscape and election administration laws.
Baseline understanding of campaign finance.
Location
This position is based in Minnesota and is a permanent position. As America Votes continues to refine how we support our work in and across states, this role will contribute to that ongoing effort, with responsibilities evolving over time to meet organizational needs.
Compensation
The salary for this position will be $110,000 and will depend on the applicant's experience. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, monthly cell phone reimbursement, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization. America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy with paid vacation, unlimited sick and safe leave, paid personal days, at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth, as well as paid organizational time off from at least December 23 to January 1.
To Apply
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Organization Overview
America Votes works year-round to build a more representative democracy, strengthen every American's right to vote, and win elections in key states.
America Votes leads a robust, growing coalition of more than 400 progressive organizations across the country, building coordinated plans and executing shared strategies to win elections. America Votes provides a range of services to partners, including strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools and targeting services, and on-the-ground leadership in states.
For more than 20 years, America Votes has been the common link between many of the most influential and impactful issue and membership organizations in the country, serving as the coordination hub of the progressive community. America Votes' work has brought together a wide range of causes and built a unified coalition that has transformed how the progressive community works. Together, America Votes and its partners have engaged communities across the country to act on critical issues – from fighting for working families, to defending reproductive freedom, to protecting the environment, and more – and mobilized millions of voters.
Racial Equity Statement
As a leader of collaborative efforts to mobilize voters, protect voting rights, and win elections, America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity within our organization and across our coalition. We acknowledge the systematic racism that permeates all facets of our society, including the right to vote. America Votes is also engaging with an understanding of the ways gender, sexuality, and other forms of oppression intersect with race and how those relationships impact inequities faced by our staff, our partners, and the communities that we engage in our work.
America Votes strives to model our commitment to racial equity through our internal and external operations, programs, and partnerships. We acknowledge the inequitable structures that continue to exist and are moving forward with a sustained commitment in time, resources, and people to challenge structural racism and work towards creating a reflective organization and democracy.
Position Description
America Votes is seeking a dynamic, collaborative leader with a history of successfully executing issue and electoral campaign programs as well as deep experience building strong partnerships and coalitions to serve as the Minnesota Senior Strategy and Program Director through 2026.
This position is responsible for developing the strategy to advance coalition-wide priorities and managing the execution of coordinated direct voter contact plans in Minnesota. The Senior Director will coordinate strategies between state and national partners to maximize the priorities, resources, and effectiveness of all partners.
The Senior Director will take a strategic, collaborative, and flexible approach to coalition management and leverage immediate political opportunities to service short and long-term strategic priorities.
The ideal candidate will have expertise in electoral field program management, superb interpersonal skills, a demonstrated commitment to racial equity, the ability to foster trust and respect with stakeholders, and the capacity to lead an inclusive, collaborative and diverse coalition of partner organizations. This is a full-time temporary position that ends on December 31, 2026. This is a management position and is not union eligible.
Position Responsibilities
Strategic planning: Supporting coalition partners and allies through the development of campaign plans (electoral, accountability, issue advocacy, and voting rights campaigns), providing technical and organizing assistance, responding to programmatic requests and participating in long-range strategic planning for the Minnesota progressive movement.
Work with America Votes partner organizations and stakeholders to design efficient and strategic electoral and voter education plans.
Responsibility: Work with America Votes' national team to identify in-state funding opportunities to support America Votes' operations and partner-led programs.
Serve as a liaison between national and state based partners to align resources and strategies. Convene individual coalition partners and the collective table on a regular basis and facilitate discussions, decision making, and other critical work.
Assist local organizations in identifying resources to build capacity and improve performance, shared strategy, and organization-specific campaign plans.
Lead the coalition in approaching campaign, electoral, and coalition work through a lens of racial equity.
Support or develop ongoing programs and legislative advocacy related to election modernization in collaboration with voting rights organizations and advocates.
Manage the Minnesota staff of America Votes. Manage lobbying contracts and vendors as assigned.
Play a key role in shaping America Votes strategy for the ongoing engagement and coordination of stakeholders in Minnesota-focused programs.
Other responsibilities as needed by partners and stakeholders.
Qualifications
Relationship-building: Enthusiasm for building strong, trusting relationships with a diverse set of partners and allies over the long term; ability to build consensus, negotiate, and strategically disagree within a highly collaborative environment
6+ years of electoral and advocacy campaign experience. At least two cycles in leadership for statewide campaign operations and management of campaign staff.
Expertise in electoral field program management, including outstanding organizing skills and the ability to write, evaluate, and execute winning campaign plans with a strong direct voter contact component. Ideal candidates have experience with ballot initiatives, early voting programs and strategies, and election modernization programs.
Ability to successfully manage a coalition in a thoughtful, strategic and inclusive manner. Proven track record of leading work through a lens of racial equity.
Demonstrated ability to exercise excellent political judgment and discretion.
Demonstrated ability to recognize the strengths of others; to coach, manage, and develop them as professionals; and to exemplify a people-management style that is results-oriented, inclusive, collaborative, and respectful.
Superb interpersonal skills, with an impressive history of forging strong and positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
Ability to negotiate, build consensus, resolve conflicts, and strategically disagree.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Experience working with funders, including preparing reports and presentations.
Ability to understand and synthesize data, using it to inform strategy and problem solve across diverse audiences.
Willingness to work long and irregular hours campaign style hours and to travel as needed.
Nice to have
Understanding of the Minnesota political landscape and election administration laws.
Baseline understanding of campaign finance.
Location
This position is based in Minnesota and is a permanent position. As America Votes continues to refine how we support our work in and across states, this role will contribute to that ongoing effort, with responsibilities evolving over time to meet organizational needs.
Compensation
The salary for this position will be $110,000 and will depend on the applicant's experience. America Votes offers a competitive benefits package covering 100% of employee medical, dental, & vision insurance premiums, life insurance, long term disability coverage, monthly cell phone reimbursement, personal professional development funds, parental leave, and 401 (K) after four months of continuous service with the organization. America Votes provides a generous paid time off policy with paid vacation, unlimited sick and safe leave, paid personal days, at least 10 Federal paid holidays including Juneteenth, as well as paid organizational time off from at least December 23 to January 1.
To Apply
Please submit a copy of your resume, a cover letter and three references to the application form.
Please note that only applications received through the application form will be considered; please do not email us your application materials.
America Votes is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. America Votes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.
Front Range Community College
Who We Are
With three campuses along Colorado’s Front Range, FRCC is the state’s largest community college. We enroll close to 28,000 students annually from our diverse service area, which offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities.
Each year approximately 5,000 FRCC students transfer to four-year universities and FRCC offers more than 36 career training programs that prepare students for immediate employment and rewarding careers. Last year, more than 5,000 high school students took concurrent enrollment classes with us, earning college credit without having to pay college tuition. And we were recently ranked as one of the “Top Online Colleges” in the country by Newsweek .
One of FRCC’s main goals is to offer educational excellence for everyone. The college’s strong commitment to student success means we start by creating an inclusive and equitable environment—one where both students and employees feel they belong and are supported. FRCC’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into the fabric of our college conversations and decision-making processes. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body.
The college is also an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution. For us, becoming an HSI is an intentional commitment to being a college where our Latinx (and other historically marginalized) students thrive.
FRCC employees and leaders work hard to create a culture of collaboration, innovation and pride. We’re looking to hire people who share these values—along with our commitment to student success, equity and excellence.
Who You Are
The school of Mathematics & Engineering is committed to collaboration, active learning in the classroom, and JEDI work as educators and colleagues.
As a full-time college-wide faculty member in the Engineering Department, you provide instruction for remote and in-person engineering courses, some of which may be held during evening hours. In-person classes will primarily be taught at the Larimer and Boulder County campuses. You will also provide leadership for the Mechanical, Civil, Environmental, and/or Architectural Engineering programs. Faculty work includes developing innovative accessible curriculum which meets the needs of our diverse population of students. You utilize and assess effective teaching strategies to develop students’ critical thinking skills and maximize student retention and success in an active, learner-centered environment.
You are responsible for providing quality education that increases student engagement, builds classroom community, and adapts to student needs in alignment with FRCC’s vision of teaching excellence. You recognize and address the impacts of opportunity gaps on students and develop specific efforts to achieve equity in student success outcomes. You collaborate with industry partners to provide work-based learning experiences. This work is done individually and in collaboration with colleagues collegewide. Faculty engage in professional development with the goal of continuously improving their teaching and leadership skills.
Faculty are also responsible for performing other professional duties which may include, but are not limited to, advising students; mentoring and supporting part-time instructors; serving on institution-wide committees and statewide task forces; recruiting students; sponsoring student activities; providing job placement and community outreach services; and participating in professional organizations which enhance the educational mission of the college.
This position requires a strong on-campus presence and may require occasional travel to all three FRCC campuses.
Please note: You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment. Also, Front Range Community College is an E-Verify employer.
SALARY: $59,020 - $67,183 annually. Please see our Faculty Salary Matrix (Download PDF reader) for more specific information.
BENEFITS: For information about benefits, please view APT & Faculty Benefits .
SELECTION PROCESS: Position will remain open until filled with a priority deadline of May 3, 2026. This posting may be used to fill multiple or similar positions.
The selection process for the Engineering Faculty will be conducted through a competitive, merit-based evaluation of all qualified applicants. Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of a completed application package submitted by the candidate. Completed application package includes:
A resume or CV;
A letter of interest;
A copy of official transcripts;
A one-page statement of your teaching philosophy; and
A list of courses and the semesters you have taught (if applicant).
Qualifications
Required Education/Training & Work Experience:
A Master’s degree in one of the related degrees listed below.
OR
A Master’s degree in any field, plus 18 graduate credits in one of the related degrees listed below.
Related Degree: Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics
Equivalent Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or Applied Mathematics with Professional Engineer (PE) license or a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in engineering research or engineering industry.
Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC.
For information on Front Range Community College’s Security, including Clery Act/Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, view FRCC’s Annual Security Report .
Who We Are
With three campuses along Colorado’s Front Range, FRCC is the state’s largest community college. We enroll close to 28,000 students annually from our diverse service area, which offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities.
Each year approximately 5,000 FRCC students transfer to four-year universities and FRCC offers more than 36 career training programs that prepare students for immediate employment and rewarding careers. Last year, more than 5,000 high school students took concurrent enrollment classes with us, earning college credit without having to pay college tuition. And we were recently ranked as one of the “Top Online Colleges” in the country by Newsweek .
One of FRCC’s main goals is to offer educational excellence for everyone. The college’s strong commitment to student success means we start by creating an inclusive and equitable environment—one where both students and employees feel they belong and are supported. FRCC’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into the fabric of our college conversations and decision-making processes. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body.
The college is also an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution. For us, becoming an HSI is an intentional commitment to being a college where our Latinx (and other historically marginalized) students thrive.
FRCC employees and leaders work hard to create a culture of collaboration, innovation and pride. We’re looking to hire people who share these values—along with our commitment to student success, equity and excellence.
Who You Are
The school of Mathematics & Engineering is committed to collaboration, active learning in the classroom, and JEDI work as educators and colleagues.
As a full-time college-wide faculty member in the Engineering Department, you provide instruction for remote and in-person engineering courses, some of which may be held during evening hours. In-person classes will primarily be taught at the Larimer and Boulder County campuses. You will also provide leadership for the Mechanical, Civil, Environmental, and/or Architectural Engineering programs. Faculty work includes developing innovative accessible curriculum which meets the needs of our diverse population of students. You utilize and assess effective teaching strategies to develop students’ critical thinking skills and maximize student retention and success in an active, learner-centered environment.
You are responsible for providing quality education that increases student engagement, builds classroom community, and adapts to student needs in alignment with FRCC’s vision of teaching excellence. You recognize and address the impacts of opportunity gaps on students and develop specific efforts to achieve equity in student success outcomes. You collaborate with industry partners to provide work-based learning experiences. This work is done individually and in collaboration with colleagues collegewide. Faculty engage in professional development with the goal of continuously improving their teaching and leadership skills.
Faculty are also responsible for performing other professional duties which may include, but are not limited to, advising students; mentoring and supporting part-time instructors; serving on institution-wide committees and statewide task forces; recruiting students; sponsoring student activities; providing job placement and community outreach services; and participating in professional organizations which enhance the educational mission of the college.
This position requires a strong on-campus presence and may require occasional travel to all three FRCC campuses.
Please note: You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment. Also, Front Range Community College is an E-Verify employer.
SALARY: $59,020 - $67,183 annually. Please see our Faculty Salary Matrix (Download PDF reader) for more specific information.
BENEFITS: For information about benefits, please view APT & Faculty Benefits .
SELECTION PROCESS: Position will remain open until filled with a priority deadline of May 3, 2026. This posting may be used to fill multiple or similar positions.
The selection process for the Engineering Faculty will be conducted through a competitive, merit-based evaluation of all qualified applicants. Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of a completed application package submitted by the candidate. Completed application package includes:
A resume or CV;
A letter of interest;
A copy of official transcripts;
A one-page statement of your teaching philosophy; and
A list of courses and the semesters you have taught (if applicant).
Qualifications
Required Education/Training & Work Experience:
A Master’s degree in one of the related degrees listed below.
OR
A Master’s degree in any field, plus 18 graduate credits in one of the related degrees listed below.
Related Degree: Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics
Equivalent Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, or Applied Mathematics with Professional Engineer (PE) license or a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in engineering research or engineering industry.
Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC.
For information on Front Range Community College’s Security, including Clery Act/Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, view FRCC’s Annual Security Report .
Washington State Department of Ecology
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Principal Planner (Environmental Planner 5) within the Office of Chehalis Basin .
Location:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
You may telework most of your work time with occasional required in-person meetings and activities at the Headquarters Office or within the Chehalis Basin.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by April 28, 2026
This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the date above may not be considered.
Duties
As the Office of Chehalis Basin Principal Planner, you will work with Tribes, local cities and counties, and community partners to design and guide effective floodplain management programs. As a key advisor to the Office Director and the appointed Chehalis Basin Board, you will draw on your knowledge of aquatic habitat restoration and flood policy to help develop innovative policies, funding programs, and strategic initiatives that address flooding, fish recovery, and land-use challenges across the Basin for decades to come.
You will supervise a team of planners and project managers, ensuring strong coordination across interdisciplinary initiatives while supporting staff growth and development. The Office of Chehalis Basin is piloting new approaches to building consensus around flooding, fish, and farms, and in this role you will contribute to statewide and national conversations on improving floodplain management.
This position offers meaningful opportunities for professional development in program design, collaborative problem-solving, Tribal coordination, and interagency partnership – allowing you to make a lasting impact on the Basin’s communities and natural resources. Your work in this role will help shape the future of floodplain management and aquatic habitat restoration in one of Washington’s most dynamic watersheds.
What you will do:
Develop and update programs, policies, and funding guidelines that support aquatic species restoration and flood damage reduction.
Supervise a team of three mid- to senior-level planners by setting priorities, assigning work, providing coaching, and supporting professional development.
Build and maintain relationships with Tribal, local, state, and federal partners, and lead collaborative workgroups to advance shared goals.
Manage solicitations and contracts with OCB’s fiscal team, including drafting scopes of work and reviewing invoices and deliverables.
Review and approve technical materials and financial assistance documents to ensure accuracy and alignment with OCB policy.
Present complex technical and policy issues to the Chehalis Basin Board, Ecology leadership, and other partners.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Eleven (11) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, and/or program development.
Experience must include demonstrated competence in the following skill sets:
Policy & Guidance – Ability to create, update, and apply policies, guidance, and program standards to ensure consistent and effective program delivery.
Project & Grant Management – Ability to organize, oversee, and manage multiple projects, grants, and contracts to achieve desired results on time and within resources.
Staff Leadership & Development – Ability to supervise, coach, and support staff, including hiring, training, and performance management, to build a capable and high-performing team.
Collaboration & Partnership – Ability to work effectively with agencies, Tribes, local governments, and external partners to achieve shared objectives.
Communication Skills – Ability to clearly convey information and recommendations in writing and presentations to diverse audiences including leadership, boards, and staff.
Technical & Regulatory Knowledge – Ability to understand and apply environmental laws, policies, and scientific input to guide program and policy decisions.
Education involving a major study in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, landscape architecture, geography, land use or environmental law, public administration with an environmental emphasis, or closely related field.
Examples of how to qualify:
11 years of experience.
10 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
9 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
8 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
7 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
5 years of experience AND a Master’s degree or higher.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Desired Qualifications:
Working knowledge of state, federal, and local permitting requirements associated with riparian and in-water restoration work.
Working knowledge of the National Flood Insurance Program and associated state and federal floodplain management regulations.
Experience providing technical assistance to local governments, community organizations, and/or private landowners regarding aquatic species habitat restoration work.
Certified AICP Planner.
Certified Flood Plain Manager (CFM).
If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .
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.
Application Process
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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website .
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Nat Kale at Nat.Kale@ecy.wa.gov
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov
About the Office of Chehalis Basin
The Office of Chehalis Basin works with the independent Chehalis Basin Board to create and implement the Chehalis Basin Strategy, a roadmap for reducing flood damages and restoring aquatic species throughout the land that drains to Grays Harbor. The Chehalis Basin stretches from Aberdeen and Hoquiam in the northwest through Centralia and Chehalis and up to Pe Ell in the south, encompassing land from the Olympics, the Cascades, and the Willapa Hills. The Basin contains timber lands, farms, rural communities and small cities, transportation links of state and Federal significance, and is uniquely the largest watershed in Washington State with no salmonid species listed under the Endangered Species Act.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
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 , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , or our blog .
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.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Principal Planner (Environmental Planner 5) within the Office of Chehalis Basin .
Location:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
You may telework most of your work time with occasional required in-person meetings and activities at the Headquarters Office or within the Chehalis Basin.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by April 28, 2026
This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the date above may not be considered.
Duties
As the Office of Chehalis Basin Principal Planner, you will work with Tribes, local cities and counties, and community partners to design and guide effective floodplain management programs. As a key advisor to the Office Director and the appointed Chehalis Basin Board, you will draw on your knowledge of aquatic habitat restoration and flood policy to help develop innovative policies, funding programs, and strategic initiatives that address flooding, fish recovery, and land-use challenges across the Basin for decades to come.
You will supervise a team of planners and project managers, ensuring strong coordination across interdisciplinary initiatives while supporting staff growth and development. The Office of Chehalis Basin is piloting new approaches to building consensus around flooding, fish, and farms, and in this role you will contribute to statewide and national conversations on improving floodplain management.
This position offers meaningful opportunities for professional development in program design, collaborative problem-solving, Tribal coordination, and interagency partnership – allowing you to make a lasting impact on the Basin’s communities and natural resources. Your work in this role will help shape the future of floodplain management and aquatic habitat restoration in one of Washington’s most dynamic watersheds.
What you will do:
Develop and update programs, policies, and funding guidelines that support aquatic species restoration and flood damage reduction.
Supervise a team of three mid- to senior-level planners by setting priorities, assigning work, providing coaching, and supporting professional development.
Build and maintain relationships with Tribal, local, state, and federal partners, and lead collaborative workgroups to advance shared goals.
Manage solicitations and contracts with OCB’s fiscal team, including drafting scopes of work and reviewing invoices and deliverables.
Review and approve technical materials and financial assistance documents to ensure accuracy and alignment with OCB policy.
Present complex technical and policy issues to the Chehalis Basin Board, Ecology leadership, and other partners.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Eleven (11) years of experience and/or education as described below:
Experience in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, and/or program development.
Experience must include demonstrated competence in the following skill sets:
Policy & Guidance – Ability to create, update, and apply policies, guidance, and program standards to ensure consistent and effective program delivery.
Project & Grant Management – Ability to organize, oversee, and manage multiple projects, grants, and contracts to achieve desired results on time and within resources.
Staff Leadership & Development – Ability to supervise, coach, and support staff, including hiring, training, and performance management, to build a capable and high-performing team.
Collaboration & Partnership – Ability to work effectively with agencies, Tribes, local governments, and external partners to achieve shared objectives.
Communication Skills – Ability to clearly convey information and recommendations in writing and presentations to diverse audiences including leadership, boards, and staff.
Technical & Regulatory Knowledge – Ability to understand and apply environmental laws, policies, and scientific input to guide program and policy decisions.
Education involving a major study in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, landscape architecture, geography, land use or environmental law, public administration with an environmental emphasis, or closely related field.
Examples of how to qualify:
11 years of experience.
10 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
9 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
8 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
7 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
5 years of experience AND a Master’s degree or higher.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Desired Qualifications:
Working knowledge of state, federal, and local permitting requirements associated with riparian and in-water restoration work.
Working knowledge of the National Flood Insurance Program and associated state and federal floodplain management regulations.
Experience providing technical assistance to local governments, community organizations, and/or private landowners regarding aquatic species habitat restoration work.
Certified AICP Planner.
Certified Flood Plain Manager (CFM).
If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .
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.
Application Process
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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website .
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Nat Kale at Nat.Kale@ecy.wa.gov
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov
About the Office of Chehalis Basin
The Office of Chehalis Basin works with the independent Chehalis Basin Board to create and implement the Chehalis Basin Strategy, a roadmap for reducing flood damages and restoring aquatic species throughout the land that drains to Grays Harbor. The Chehalis Basin stretches from Aberdeen and Hoquiam in the northwest through Centralia and Chehalis and up to Pe Ell in the south, encompassing land from the Olympics, the Cascades, and the Willapa Hills. The Basin contains timber lands, farms, rural communities and small cities, transportation links of state and Federal significance, and is uniquely the largest watershed in Washington State with no salmonid species listed under the Endangered Species Act.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
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 , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , or our blog .
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.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Wetlands Section Manager (WMS Band 2) within the Shorelands & Environmental Assistance (SEA) program
Location:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
A minimum of one day per week is required in the office.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by April 29, 2026.
This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the date above may not be considered.
Duties
This Wetlands Section Manager position provides a unique opportunity to lead Ecology’s statewide Wetlands Section within the Shorelands and Environmental Assistance (SEA) Program. In this role, you will direct a multidisciplinary team responsible for statewide wetland policy, technical assistance, mitigation and compliance oversight, wetland banking, riparian and wetland federal grant programs, and Puget Sound recovery efforts. You will guide the development of science-based statewide wetland policies, ensure consistent and defensible regulatory decisions, and represent Ecology on complex and high-visibility wetland issues at the state, regional, and national levels.
You will also oversee major federal and state grant programs, lead section-level strategic planning, and shape wetland guidance and policy approaches used across Washington. As a member of the SEA Program Management Team, you will contribute to program-wide planning, statewide policy initiatives, and strategic decisions that influence the protection and restoration of wetlands and riparian systems throughout Washington State.
What you will do:
• Provide statewide leadership for Ecology’s Wetlands Section, setting strategic direction and ensuring high-quality, science-based policy, technical assistance, and regulatory support. • Supervise and mentor 17 professional staff working in policy, mitigation, compliance, wetland banking, stewardship, acquisition, and Puget Sound recovery. • Oversee development and implementation of statewide wetland policy, guidance, and technical materials, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and legal defensibility. • Lead Ecology’s representation on sensitive and high-visibility wetland and riparian issues, including national forums, tribal and federal partnerships, and statewide policy negotiations. • Manage the section’s operating and capital budgets, oversee procurement and expenditures, and administer major federal grants and wetland acquisition programs. • Direct wetland banking certifications, compliance actions, mitigation oversight, and enforcement decisions, including issuing administrative orders and penalties. • Partner with regional offices, other Ecology programs, tribes, and external agencies to ensure consistent implementation of wetland laws and priorities statewide. • Contribute to SEA Program-wide strategic planning, policy development, and resource decisions as a member of the Program Management Team.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Nine years of combined experience and education:
Experience : professional-level experience in environmental policy, wetland management, or program administration, which includes a minimum of two (2) years supervising professional staff and/or leading complex environmental or regulatory programs.
Experience must include demonstrated competence in the following skill sets:
Knowledge of state and federal wetlands laws and regulations, and enforceable policies and issues, such as the State Water Pollution Control Act and the federal Clean Water Act.
Demonstrated ability to interpret, develop, and apply environmental policies and technical guidance related to wetlands, mitigation, and compliance.
Ability to lead multidisciplinary technical teams, set priorities, assign work, evaluate performance, and develop staff.
Education : involving major study in environmental, physical, or natural science, land use, environmental or natural resource planning, environmental engineering, business administration, or closely allied field.
Examples of how to qualify:
9 years of experience.
8 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
7 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
6 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
5 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
3 years of experience AND a Master’s degree.
2 years of experience AND a Ph.D.
Desired Qualifications:
Knowledge of permitting requirements and issues affecting wetlands at federal, state, and local levels.
Experience managing operating, capital, or federally funded environmental grant programs, including budget planning, tracking, and compliance.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local permitting and regulatory processes, including wetland banking, enforcement actions, and mitigation oversight.
Ability to communicate complex scientific and regulatory concepts to internal staff, partner agencies, and external partners.
Knowledge related to tribal consultation and engagement.
Knowledge of environmental justice considerations.
Experience guiding staff in implementation of regulations to ensure consistency in application.
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .
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. 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.
Application Process
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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website .
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Joenne McGerr at Joenne.McGerr@ecy.wa.gov .
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov .
About the Shorelands and Environmental Assistance (SEA) Program
The mission of the SEA Program is to create community conservation partnerships to protect and restore our shorelands, wetlands, and floodplains.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
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 , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , or our blog .
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.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Wetlands Section Manager (WMS Band 2) within the Shorelands & Environmental Assistance (SEA) program
Location:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
A minimum of one day per week is required in the office.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by April 29, 2026.
This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the date above may not be considered.
Duties
This Wetlands Section Manager position provides a unique opportunity to lead Ecology’s statewide Wetlands Section within the Shorelands and Environmental Assistance (SEA) Program. In this role, you will direct a multidisciplinary team responsible for statewide wetland policy, technical assistance, mitigation and compliance oversight, wetland banking, riparian and wetland federal grant programs, and Puget Sound recovery efforts. You will guide the development of science-based statewide wetland policies, ensure consistent and defensible regulatory decisions, and represent Ecology on complex and high-visibility wetland issues at the state, regional, and national levels.
You will also oversee major federal and state grant programs, lead section-level strategic planning, and shape wetland guidance and policy approaches used across Washington. As a member of the SEA Program Management Team, you will contribute to program-wide planning, statewide policy initiatives, and strategic decisions that influence the protection and restoration of wetlands and riparian systems throughout Washington State.
What you will do:
• Provide statewide leadership for Ecology’s Wetlands Section, setting strategic direction and ensuring high-quality, science-based policy, technical assistance, and regulatory support. • Supervise and mentor 17 professional staff working in policy, mitigation, compliance, wetland banking, stewardship, acquisition, and Puget Sound recovery. • Oversee development and implementation of statewide wetland policy, guidance, and technical materials, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and legal defensibility. • Lead Ecology’s representation on sensitive and high-visibility wetland and riparian issues, including national forums, tribal and federal partnerships, and statewide policy negotiations. • Manage the section’s operating and capital budgets, oversee procurement and expenditures, and administer major federal grants and wetland acquisition programs. • Direct wetland banking certifications, compliance actions, mitigation oversight, and enforcement decisions, including issuing administrative orders and penalties. • Partner with regional offices, other Ecology programs, tribes, and external agencies to ensure consistent implementation of wetland laws and priorities statewide. • Contribute to SEA Program-wide strategic planning, policy development, and resource decisions as a member of the Program Management Team.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Nine years of combined experience and education:
Experience : professional-level experience in environmental policy, wetland management, or program administration, which includes a minimum of two (2) years supervising professional staff and/or leading complex environmental or regulatory programs.
Experience must include demonstrated competence in the following skill sets:
Knowledge of state and federal wetlands laws and regulations, and enforceable policies and issues, such as the State Water Pollution Control Act and the federal Clean Water Act.
Demonstrated ability to interpret, develop, and apply environmental policies and technical guidance related to wetlands, mitigation, and compliance.
Ability to lead multidisciplinary technical teams, set priorities, assign work, evaluate performance, and develop staff.
Education : involving major study in environmental, physical, or natural science, land use, environmental or natural resource planning, environmental engineering, business administration, or closely allied field.
Examples of how to qualify:
9 years of experience.
8 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
7 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
6 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
5 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
3 years of experience AND a Master’s degree.
2 years of experience AND a Ph.D.
Desired Qualifications:
Knowledge of permitting requirements and issues affecting wetlands at federal, state, and local levels.
Experience managing operating, capital, or federally funded environmental grant programs, including budget planning, tracking, and compliance.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local permitting and regulatory processes, including wetland banking, enforcement actions, and mitigation oversight.
Ability to communicate complex scientific and regulatory concepts to internal staff, partner agencies, and external partners.
Knowledge related to tribal consultation and engagement.
Knowledge of environmental justice considerations.
Experience guiding staff in implementation of regulations to ensure consistency in application.
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov .
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. 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.
Application Process
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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website .
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Joenne McGerr at Joenne.McGerr@ecy.wa.gov .
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov .
About the Shorelands and Environmental Assistance (SEA) Program
The mission of the SEA Program is to create community conservation partnerships to protect and restore our shorelands, wetlands, and floodplains.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
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 , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , or our blog .
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.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.
