Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
Protecting Washington State’s environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We have a culture that is invested in making a difference. If you want to join a team that is highly effective, collaborative, has leadership that embraces the value of people, Ecology is a good fit.

The Shorelands and Environmental Assistance (SEA) program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill an Estuarine Education Specialist (Community Education and Outreach Specialist 2) position. This position will be located in our Padilla Bay Office in Mount Vernon, WA. 

The Estuarine Education Specialist position independently implements environmental/conservation education and outreach programs related to the ecology of Puget Sound and citizen/student behaviors that enhance long-term health of our coastal habitats, specifically for the Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (PBNERR).

This position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong customer service skills, and the ability to translate science to all age levels.

As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. Maybe you’ve seen some of our recent stories on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or our blog.

To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.ecy.wa.gov.

Local efforts… Diverse people… Statewide impacts

The mission of the Shorelands and Environmental Assistance Program is supporting community conservation efforts for our shorelands, wetlands, and floodplains.

The mission of the Padilla Bay National Reserve is to protect, preserve and enhance the natural resources of Padilla Bay and to operate programs in education, public information, natural resource management, research and monitoring to conserve and manage estuaries in Washington State and the nation.

Some of the key work activities of the Estuarine Education Specialist position include:

• Planning, implementing and coordinating oral presentations, outreach programs and trainings to students, (K-12) teachers, volunteers, general public, government employees, conferences, seminars and workshops on topics related to estuaries, coasts, watersheds, water quality, the ecology of Puget Sound and human behaviors that keep it healthy.
• Determining the need for educational/outreach materials for the program; researching, preparing and distributing educational materials such as fact sheets, brochures, displays, and newsletters.
• Assisting the PBNERR Education Coordinator (supervisor) in developing and reviewing educational curricula, educational outreach plans and annual education program work schedule, reports, etc.

A Bachelor’s degree involving a major study in environmental, physical, or natural science, education, communications, or closely related field

AND

One (1) year of professional experience involving environmental, analysis or control, environmental planning, environmental education, community outreach, or communications activities.

OR

Equivalent education/experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• One (1) or more years of experience in environmental education, working specifically with K-8 audiences.
• The ability to work with and relate to elementary and middle school students.
• Knowledge of science education standards and issues that relate to the Salish Sea.

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• A cover letter describing how your experience, skills and abilities meet the required/desired qualifications of this position.
• A resume outlining your professional experience.
• Two writing samples.