Eastern Washington Waste Reduction and Recycling Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4)
- Description
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Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
Protecting Washington State’s environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. If you want to join a team that is highly effective, collaborative, has leadership that embraces the value of people, and believes in the fun factor, Ecology is a good fit.The Waste 2 Resources (W2R) program is looking to fill an Eastern Washington Waste Reduction and Recycling Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4) position. This position will be located in our Eastern Regional Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA.
The Eastern Washington Waste Reduction and Recycling Specialist position is a senior environmental section specialist serving all of Eastern Washington to provide technical assistance to local governments, the private sector, and other stakeholders to develop, improve, implement, and evaluate solid waste reduction, reuse, and recycling programs and to promote the State Solid and Hazardous Waste Plan and sustainable materials management practices.
We are looking for applicants with an interest in increasing waste reduction, reuse, and recycling efforts in Eastern Washington through collaboration with local governments, the private sector, and others with shared interests. Candidates should possess excellent people and communication skills, including the ability to persuade others to recognize opportunities. Candidates should be able to identify solutions to complex problems by applying knowledge of successful programs, best management practices, current markets, and available commercial services. Candidates should expect routine travel within Eastern Washington to meet with people involved in waste reduction, reuse, and recycling efforts.
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
- Duties
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The Waste 2 Resources mission is to reduce the amount and the effects of wastes generated in Washington State.Some of the key work activities of the Eastern Washington Waste Reduction and Recycling Specialist include:
Waste Reduction, Reuse, Recycling, and Sustainable Materials Management:
- Independently promotes innovation, continued program improvement, and incorporation of sustainable resource management practices supportive of the State Solid and Hazardous Waste Plan to local governments and other stakeholders in Eastern Washington.
- Serves as a senior environmental specialist and technical resource to facilitate partnerships in order to develop and implement efficient and cost effective waste reduction, reuse, and recycling programs and projects in Eastern Washington.
Promotion and Technical Assistance for Sustainable Materials Management:
- Leads collaborative efforts between local governments, state and federal agencies, governments in neighboring states, businesses, public institutions, trade, professional and not-for-profit organizations, community groups, and the public to create and implement innovative solid waste reduction, reuse, and recycling programs, and to promote other sustainable materials management practices consistent with the State Solid and Hazardous Waste Plan.
Technical Assistance for Successful Sustainable Materials Management Programs:
- Provides expert technical assistance to local governments, state and federal agencies, businesses, public institutions, trade organizations, professional and not-for-profit organizations, community groups, and the public interested in establishing or improving sustainable materials management programs.
This recruitment will remain open until filled. The initial screening will be December 27, 2017. In order to be considered for the initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 26, 2017. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
- Qualifications
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Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field and five (5) years of professional-level experience in environmental analysis or control, or environmental planning which includes one (1) year equal to an Environmental Specialist 3 or above or two (2) years equal to an Environmental Specialist 2 or above.
Additional qualifying experience will substitute, year for year, for education.
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A Master’s degree in one of the above fields and three (3) years of professional – level experience as required above which includes one (1) year equal to an Environmental Specialist 3 or above or two (2) years equal to an Environmental Specialist 2 or above.
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A Ph.D. in one of the above fields and two (2) years of professional-level experience as required above which includes one (1) year equal to an Environmental Specialist 3 or above or two (2) years equal to an Environmental Specialist 2 or above.
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Two (2) years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience in waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable material management. Sustainable material management means using and reusing materials in the most sustainable way across their entire life cycle, from design, manufacturing and use, to end-of-life when the material is either disposed or recycled.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
- Must hold a valid Driver’s License, or be able to obtain one, and be eligible to drive state motor pool vehicles within the first month of employment.
- Supplemental Information
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Application Instructions:In order to be considered, applicants MUST attach the following documents as an attachment to their application:
- A cover letter describing how your experience, skills and abilities meet the required/desired qualifications of this position.
- A resume outlining your professional experience.
Please complete the applicant profile when applying for this position. Or, you may paste the text of your resume within the profile’s resume text field.Please read the supplemental questions carefully and answer completely. Incomplete responses, including “please see resume”, may disqualify you from further consideration.
Department of Ecology employees, please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources at (360) 407-6186.
If you are reading this announcement in print format, please visit www.careers.wa.gov to access the online recruitment system. Click on “Look for Jobs” and select Dept. of Ecology under the “Department” search list. Click “Apply Search.”
Other Information:
If you need assistance applying for this job, please call Human Resources at (360) 407-6186 or e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not call this number or send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile’s main page.If you have specific questions about the position, please email Wayne Krafft at: wkra461@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Wayne to inquire about the status of your application.
The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
This position is included in the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) union bargaining unit for the Department of Ecology. All employees covered by the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the WFSE will, as a condition of employment, either become members of the WFSE and pay membership dues or, as non-members, pay a representation fee as described in the CBA, no later than the 30th day following the effective date of this CBA or the beginning of their employment.
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 or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
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More than Just a Paycheck!Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That’s why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work. Check with the agency human resource office for specific benefit information.Insurance BenefitsEmployees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.Retirement and Deferred CompensationState Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems‘ web site.Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Vacation (Annual Leave)You begin accruing vacation starting your first month of employment. Since we value your loyalty, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Vacation accrues for full-time employees per WAC 357-31-165.Holidays
Full-time employees are entitled to eleven* paid holidays:HOLIDAYDATENew Year’s DayJanuary 1Martin Luther King, Jr’s birthdayThird Monday in JanuaryPresidents’ DayThird Monday in FebruaryMemorial DayLast Monday in MayIndependence DayJuly 4Labor DayFirst Monday in SeptemberVeterans’ DayNovember 11Thanksgiving DayFourth Thursday in November & Friday afterChristmas DayDecember 25Personal HolidayEmployee’s selection each calendar year*Employees who are members of certain Unions are entitled to an additional personal leave day of their choice. Please refer to specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Social SecurityAll state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.Sick LeaveFull-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Paid sick leave may be used for reasons included in WAC 357-31-130.Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information.
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01How did you learn about this job posting?
- Community Based Organization
- Community / Technical College
- Ecology Employee
- Ecology Recruiter
- Ecology Jobs Page
- Job Board
- Job Fair
- Newspaper
- Other State Agency
- Other Website
- Professional Association
- Radio
- University Job Board
- WorkSource
- www.careers.wa.gov
02If you selected Community Based Organization, Community / Technical College, Job Board, Job Fair, LinkedIn Group, Newspaper, Other State Agency, Other Website, Professional Association, Radio, University Job Board or WorkSource location then please share which one.03Please select the statement that best describes your level of education in: environmental, physical or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.- I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.
- I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree).
- I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits.
- I have a bachelor’s degree.
- I have a master’s degree.
- I have a doctorate degree.
- None of the above statements apply.
04Please indicate your degree and major.05Please select the statement that best describes your professional level experience in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning.- I have at least two years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3.
- I have at least two years of experience.
- I have at least three years of experience.
- I have at least four years of experience.
- I have at least five years of experience.
- I have at least six years of experience.
- I have at least seven years of experience.
- I have at least eight years of experience.
- I have at least nine years of experience.
- None of the above statements apply.
06Regarding the experience listed above, do you have at least one (1) year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3 or above or do you have at least two (2) years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 2?- Yes
- No
07Please provide additional information to support your response to questions 5 and 6 above. The following information is needed: position title(s), specific duties, and periods of employment. Make sure your responses specifically address the qualifications above. An incomplete answer, including “please see resume” may remove you from further consideration.Required Question
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