Adult Litter Crew Supervisor

The Washington State Department of Ecology is hiring an Adult Litter Crew Supervisor for the Ecology Litter Corps in Spokane!

Compensation: Salary Range 41: $3,738 - $4,866 per month

Employment Type: Full-Time. Non-perm.

Description: Adult Litter Crew Supervisor – 9 month – Seasonal

Locations: Spokane, WA

Opportunity to work outside and make a real difference in keeping WA roads and public lands clean!

Full-time (40hrs/week), seasonal position March 2nd, 2026 – November 29th, 2026.

Monday – Thursday, 10-hour shifts (40hrs/week). Scheduled hours are 6:00 am – 4:30 pm. Must be at least 18+.

Supervisors undergo extensive training during a week-long orientation and safety program. They learn first aid and CPR, highway safety procedures, defensive driving, hazardous material recognition, and emergency preparedness.

Position includes paid vacation and sick leave accrual. Medical, vision, and dental benefits. – click here for more info about benefits!

Application period: Initial screening period for applications 8/25/2026. Open until filled.

To apply: Send resume, cover letter, and professional references to the Regional Litter Coordinator, Ryan Plouse at (ryan.plouse@ecy.wa.gov), with “Adult Litter Crew Supervisor” in the subject line.

Supervisor Duties:

• Supervise up to seven Ecology Litter Corps (ELC) crew members. 
• Transport crew in assigned vehicle and operate it in a responsible manner.
• Assume responsibility for the health, safety, well-being, morale, productivity, and discipline of the crew by adhering to ELC procedures and guidelines. 
• Coordinate litter pick-up along roadsides, center medians, and in urban settings that could be potentially dangerous, due to traffic and other hazards. 
• Train crew members in safety and emergency procedures, cellphone use, vehicle care and maintenance, recycling, and litter pick-up efficiency. 
• Conduct interviews and assist in crew-hiring process and new-employee information meetings.
• Complete all reporting and payroll paperwork in a neat, accurate, and timely fashion. 
• Maintain good order and cleanliness in the crew vehicle. Fleet management. 
• Motivate and increase the efficiency of the crew and evaluate crew performance.  
• Make regular verbal and written reports on crew output and time accounting.
• Coordinate with the Department of Transportation (DOT) in areas to be cleaned, bag placement, and mowing schedules. 
• Identify hazards and follow safety procedures for removing them from roadways. 
• Lead crew on environmental tours, projects, and environmental education. 
• Assist program staff in the development and/or implementation of specific projects and activities designed to increase public awareness, reduce litter, and promote recycling.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Two years of supervisory or lead experience OR
• Two years of college-level course work in social sciences, education, resource conservation, or related field can substitute, year for year, for required experience.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Clean criminal history background check.

Ecology Litter Corps - Washington State Department of Ecology