Restoration Project Permit Specialist - Washington, United States - Washington State Environmental Health Association

Description

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

The

Shorelands & Environmental Assistance

(SEA) program

within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Restoration Project Permit Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4) (In-Training) position.

This position can be locatedin our Headquarters Building or any of our main Region 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.

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 role you will serve as a senior environmental section specialist representing Ecology on a statewide Habitat Recovery Pilot Program (HRPP).

While ensuring the protection, preservation, and enhancement of the state's land, water, and water resources you will assist Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and other agencies in the development of innovative solutions to resolve emerging issues around habitat restoration and recovery projects permitting delays.

Note:
This position offers a career path and on-the-job training. This position allows you to progress through the Environmental Specialist field and achieve the goal class of

Environmental Specialist 4 (ES 4) . Candidates will be considered at the

Environmental Specialist 3 (ES 3)

and the

Environmental Specialist

4 (ES 4)

levels, depending on their qualifications. For salary levels for each, please see the qualifications section.

Program Mission :

The mission of the Shoreline and Environmental Assistance program is to work in partnership with communities to support healthy watersheds and promote statewide environmental interests.

Please

Note:
This is a project position that is funded until June 30, 2025.

Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to a 80% tele-work schedule after an initial training period.

Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in "other information." Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.

Application Timeline:
This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on June 12, 2023. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before

June 11, 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.

Please

Note:
We will review all applications received before the date above.

Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire was not made.

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

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Combined Fund Drive ,

SmartHealth

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About the Department of Ecology
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. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people. To learn more, check out our

Strategic Plan

.
Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
Continuous growth and development opportunities.
Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.

Our commitment to DEIR
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR)

are core values central to Ecology's work.

We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.

Diversity :

We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.

Equity :
We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.

Inclusion :

We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology's work.

Respect :

We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.

We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action.

We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.

What makes this role unique?

Using the innovative approach and guidance developed in the pilot, you will conduct the permit review and environmental assessments for proposed habitat restoration and recovery projects throughout Washington State going through the HRPP process.

This entails creative thinking and ability to provide technical assistance within a context of statewide collaboration with multiple parties.


What you will do:
Represent Ecology on the interdisciplinary statewide Habitat Recover Pilot Program (HRPP).

Provide technical assistance in the development, implementation, and evaluation of improvements to regulatory processes for permitting habitat restoration and recovery while protecting the environment.

Review, analyze, develop, and recommend agency policies, guidance, and procedures to address the complex environmental review and permitting needed associated with habitat restoration and recovery projects.

Coordinating, evaluating, and accepting stakeholder input and then providing recommended actions to Ecology management.

Design, develop conduct or review environmental studies related to complex environmental impacts or gains from habitat restoration and recovery projects.

Provide independent review, evaluate, and assess of habitat restoration and recovery projects needing Ecology permits that are going through the HRPP or other improvement efforts.

Work closely with other federal and state agency reviewing habitat restoration and recovery projects and conduct site visits.
Establish and work with other Ecology programs and state agencies review teams to habitat restoration and recovery projects.
Work cooperatively with colleagues to resolve internal policy interpretation issues, concerns, or disagreements.

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.

Examples of the proration calculations are:

30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent

Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, education, and volunteer experience.

See below for how you may qualify.

Environmental Specialist 3 (Salary Range 53:

$4,602 - $6,198 Monthly)
A total of Six (6) years of experience and/or education as described below:

Professional level Experience in:
Environmental analysis or control or environmental planning.

Education:
Involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.
See chart below for a list of ways to qualify for this position:
Possible Combinations.

College credit hours or degree.

Years of professional level experience.

Combination 1

No college credit hours or degree

6 years of experience

Combination 2

I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.

5 years of experience

Combination 3

I have 60-89 semester or quarter credits (AA degree).

4 years of experience

Combination 4

I have semester or quarter credits.

3 years of experience

Combination 5

A Bachelor's Degree

2 years of experience

Combination 6

A Master's Degree

1 years of experience

Combination 7

A Ph.
D.

0 years of experience


OR
One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 2 at the Department of Ecology

Environmental Specialist 4 (goal class) (Salary Range 59: $5,341 - $7,184 Monthly)
A total of Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below:

Professional level Experience in:
Environmental analysis or control or environmental planning.

Education:
Involving major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.

See chart below for a list of ways to qualify for this position:

Possible Combinations.

College credit hours or degree.

Years of professional level experience.

Combination 1

No college credit hours or degree

9 years of experience

Combination 2

I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits.

8 years of experience

Combination 3

I have 60-89 semester or quarter credits (AA degree).

7 years of experience

Combination 4

I have semester or quarter credits.

6 years of experience

Combination 5

A Bachelor's Degree

5 years of experience

Combination 6

A Master's Degree

3 years of experience

Combination 7

A Ph.
D.

2 years of experience

OR
Two years of experience as an Environmental Specialist 3 at the Department of Ecology.


Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Obtain and maintain a valid driver's license.


Desired Qualifications:

We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.

Demonstrated ability to understand environmental legislation and regulations at the federal, state, and local level, by independently reviewing, analyzing, developing, and recommending guidance and procedures.

Knowledge and experience with reviewing or permitting habitat restoration and recovery projects at the federal, state and/or local level.
Experience with Ecology regulations related to shoreline management, wetlands, floodplains, or clean water section 401 water quality certifications.
Demonstrated understanding of project management for complex projects that require multi agency and program coordination.


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.

Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?


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or email:
and we will be happy to assist.
If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or

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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.


For Your Privacy:
When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):

Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.

Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.

Additional Application Instructions for

Current 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.

Application Attestation:
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.

Other Information:
If you have specific questions about the position, please email

Brenden McFarland


at:
. Please do not contact

Brenden

to inquire about the status of your application.
To request the full position description: email

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.

To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at

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Collective Bargaining:

This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
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, military spouses 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

Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or


Note:
This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.

Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.

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