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

Program Mission: The mission of the Toxics Cleanup Program is to “Protect Washington’s human health and environment by preventing and cleaning up pollution and supporting sustainable communities and natural resources for the benefit of current and future generations.”

The Toxics Cleanup Program is comprised of approximately 200 engineers, planners, scientists and administrative professionals committed to serving Washington’s citizens and protecting their health and environment. Our mission is to prevent and cleanup pollution, support sustainable communities and natural resources for the benefit of current and future generations.

Our primary focus is the identification and cleanup of contaminated sites across the state. We also carry out one of the largest pollution prevention programs at the Department of Ecology related to the regulation and inspection of underground storage tanks. We carry out these responsibilities based on the values of respect and collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement and a commitment to science based informed decision making.

Some of the key work activities of the Strategic Planner position are:

• Serves as lead planner for the Toxics Cleanup Program.
• Provides analytical and consultation services to program manager and higher level agency management on application of program resources and their resultant impact on program performance and activities.
• Represents the program on Governor Results Washington planning meetings.
• Serves as strategic planner and developer of program performance measures and works with managers in the program to develop, track, and monitor program performance.
• Works in consultation with program Financial Manager to link budget with program direction and performance measures.
• Works with the Operations Planner to review performance data and trends information in order to assess organizational development needs.
• Participates in and supports program work groups with research and data analysis, particularly regarding interpreting workforce data.
• Provides backup facilitation to work groups supported by the operations planner.
• Develops and analyzes alternatives for TCP management decision, including implementation of Agency initiatives, changes in program priorities and budget revisions.
• Leads the TCP PMT decision-making process for the development of regional section and overall program plans. Prepares Annual and Biennial Program Plans.

This recruitment will remain open until filled. The initial screening will be May 7, 2018.  In order to be considered for the initial screening, please submit an application on or before May 6, 2018. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.

A Master’s degree or above with a major emphasis in urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, environmental design, landscape architecture, geography, land use or environmental law, public administration with environmental emphasis, or closely related field

AND

Five (5) years of professional experience in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning and/or program development.

Desired Qualifications

Demonstrated knowledge of performance management and planning principles to achieve environmental results, techniques, current trends, environmental laws, policies and programs concerning all phases of state clean up regulations and procedures.

Why work for Ecology?

Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State’s environment.

A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping the health and financial security of you and your family a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to work/life balance.

Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:
Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS),  Vacation, Sick, and other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver,  Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP),  Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth

Student debt and how working for Ecology can help
Employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, which forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.

*See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information

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 have specific questions about the position, please email Jim Pendowski at: Jpen461@ecy.wa.gov.  Please do not contact Jim 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.