Keeping Washington Clean and EvergreenThe Solid Waste Management (SWM) program is looking to fill a Public Participation Grant Manager (Environmental Specialist 4) (In-Training) position. This position can be located in any one of the following offices:Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA.Northwest Region Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA.Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA.Eastern Region Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA.Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.This is an In-Training position. The goal class for this position is a Environmental Specialist 4 (ES 4). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the Environmental Specialist 3 (ES 3) and 4 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements for the ES 3 level, then they will be placed into a training program to become an ES 4 within a specified period of time.Please Note: If the final location of this position is determined to be in our Northwest Region Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA, there will be an additional 5% pay increase due to its location in King County. In this instance the salary range will be $4,977 - $7,770 per month.Are you passionate about environmental justice? Do you enjoy working with diverse, passionate individuals and groups providing environmental advocacy and engagement? At the forefront of connecting state funds to forward-thinking communities, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of this competitive grant program. This involves providing oversight on grants awarded to individuals, communities, and nonprofit organizations and assisting with the development, planning, and implementation of the grant program. Your contributions will directly support Ecology’s vision to prioritize the HEAL Act and the state’s solid waste management priorities while promoting public engagement in government action. If you are looking for a rewarding collaborative work environment, join our dynamic team.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 Solid Waste Management (SWM) program is to reduce wastes through prevention and reuse, keep toxics out of the environment, and safely manage what remains. The Public Participation Grants (PPG) program focuses on contaminated site awareness, hazardous waste cleanup and solid waste management priorities.Tele-work options for this position: This position will have flexibility of a hybrid schedule, empowering work from home and office, providing less time in traffic and shrinking your carbon footprint. This position will be eligible for a telework schedule (up to 90% of your work schedule), with the expectation of attending in-person meetings, site visits, and trainings as required. We strive to leverage time spent in the office to build connections among employees.Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on October 7, 2024. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before October 6, 2024. If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a hire any time after the initial screening date.Required Qualifications:Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked.This is an In-Training position. The goal class for this position is a Environmental Specialist 4 (ES 4). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the Environmental Specialist 3 (ES 3) and 4 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements for the ES 3 level, then they will be placed into a training program to become an ES 4 within a specified period of time.At the Environmental Specialist 3 level: Salary Range 53 ($4,740-$6,384 monthly) (In-training)A total of six years of experience and/or education as described below:Experience: in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. Grants or contracts administration at a federal, state, or local government.Education: Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:Possible CombinationsCollege credit hours or degree - as listed aboveYears of professional level experience - as listed aboveCombination 1No college credit hours or degree6 years of experienceCombination 230-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits5 years of experienceCombination 360-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree)4 years of experienceCombination 490-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits3 years of experienceCombination 5A Bachelor's Degree2 years of experienceCombination 6A Master’s Degree1 year of experienceCombination 7A Ph.D.No experience requiredOROne year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 2, at the Department of Ecology.At the Environmental Specialist 4 level: Salary Range 59 ($5,501-$7,400 monthly) Goal classA total of nine years of experience and/or education as described below:Experience: in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. Grants or contracts administration at a federal, state, or local government.Education: Involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:Possible CombinationsCollege credit hours or degree - as listed aboveYears of professional level experience - as listed aboveCombination 1No college credit hours or degree9 years of experienceCombination 230-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits8 years of experienceCombination 360-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree)7 years of experienceCombination 490-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits6 years of experienceCombination 5A Bachelor's Degree5 years of experienceCombination 6A Master’s Degree3 years of experienceCombination 7A Ph.D.2 years of experienceORTwo years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3, at the Department of Ecology.Desired Qualifications:We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below:Five years of grants or contracts administration at a federal, state, or local government.Experience administering environmental or public health program grants.Two years’ experience with the Ecology Administration of Grants and Loans (EAGL) System or similar online grants management system.Experience using Microsoft Office Software – including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.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 candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.Application Instructions:It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.A list of three professional references.Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable.Why work for Ecology?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.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 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.
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