Climate Pollution Reduction Rulemaking Planner Environmental Planner 3 In-Training
Climate Pollution Reduction Rulemaking Planner Environmental Planner 3 In-Training
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Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring aClimate Pollution Reduction Rulemaking Planner (Environmental Planner 3 (InTraining)within the Climate Pollution Reduction Program (CPRP).
This is a project position that is funded until June 30 2026.
Location:
- Headquarters Office in Lacey WA.
- Upon hire you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
- This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
- A minimum of one day per week is required in the office.
- You may telework most of your work time with occasional inperson meetings and activities.
- Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
- Apply by March 18 2025.
- This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after March 18th may not be considered.
Duties
As the Climate Pollution Reduction Rulemaking Planner in the Policy and Planning Section you will project manage and engage with rulemaking and projects that provide the regulatory foundation to ensure a healthy environment for Washingtonians. Youll be analyzing and developing rules to implement major climate pollution reduction legislation such as the Motor Vehicle Emissions Standards Limiting Greenhouse Gas Emissions Hydrofluorocarbons Emissions Reduction Climate Commitment Act and the Clean Fuels Program.
In this role you will orchestrate the development of rules and plans to protect public health and the environment. Youll engage with technical experts throughout the Department of Ecology for rule development as well as provide expertise and policy development assistance to other teams throughout the program. Rulemaking related to climate pollution reduction is highly complex and controversial laws are potentially subject to multiple legal interpretations leading to heightened political sensitivity polarized interest from various parties and a heightened potential for litigation.This is an exciting opportunity for a strong communicator and critical thinker with a passion for the environment and project management to join our dynamic team.If youre excited by this challenge we welcome you to apply!
Additional duties will include:- Coordinate the development and implementation of rulemaking and policy related to all aspects of climate pollution regulations.
- Prepare all required documents for each phase of rulemaking including rule development plans environmental checklists written response to comments implementation plans technical reports and administrative regulations.
- Develop a project management plan for each assigned agency rulemaking action and facilitate project teams to identify regulatory options reach consensus and make recommendations.
- Work with agency technical experts to understand issues review options and develop preliminary draft rule language.
- Research and analyze policy and technical issues related to rulemaking to incorporate information into rule proposals to ensure they meet the goals of state law.
- Plan and facilitate public meetings and hearings to offer Washington residents the opportunity to interact with rule writers and technical and policy experts and provide input on the development of rules and policies.
- Write reports and other materials to relay complex information in a manner best suited for the audience.
- Facilitate public meetings listening to questions and gathering input in a professional manner to ensure all speakers are heard and their ideas considered.
Qualifications
This position offers an intraining plan and may be filled at the Environmental Planner (EP) 2 or 3 level depending on your qualifications. If you qualify at the EP2 level and are hired you will progress through an intraining plan to become an EP3 within a specified time period.
For detailed information on how we calculate experience please visit our Recruitment website.
Required Qualifications:
At the Environmental Planner 2 level (InTraining)
Pay Range 52 $4632 $6227 monthlySeven years of experience and/or education which may include some or all of the following:
- Developing policy or rules for government.
- Land use urban regional environmental or natural resource planning and/or program development.
- Geography land use or environmental law.
- Public administration with an environmental emphasis.
- Finance business administration or economics.
- Developing or analyzing policies laws rules or regulations related to equity or environmental justice.
Examples of how to qualify:
- 7 years of experience.
- 6 years of experience AND 3059 semester or 4589 quarter college credits.
- 5 years of experience AND 6089 semester or 90134 quarter college credits (Associates degree).
- 4 years of experience AND 90119 semester or 135179 quarter college credits.
- 3 years of experience AND a Bachelors degree.
- 1 year of experience AND a Masters degree or above.
- 1 year of experience as an Environmental Planner 1 at the Department of Ecology.
At the Environmental Planner 3 level (Goal Class)
Pay Range 59 $5501 $7400 monthlyEight years of experience and/or education which may include some or all of the following:
- Developing policy or rules for government.
- Land use urban regional environmental or natural resource planning and/or program development.
- Geography land use or environmental law.
- Public administration with an environmental emphasis.
- Finance business administration or economics.
- Developing or analyzing policies laws rules or regulations related to equity or environmental justice.
Examples of how to qualify:
- 8 years of experience.
- 7 years of experience AND 3059 semester or 4589 quarter college credits.
- 6 years of experience AND 6089 semester or 90134 quarter college credits (Associates degree).
- 5 years of experience AND 90119 semester or 135179 quarter college credits.
- 4 years of experience AND a Bachelors degree.
- 2 years of experience AND a Masters degree or above.
- 1 year of experience as an Environmental Planner 2 at the Department of Ecology.
Desired Qualifications:
- Planning: Ability to identify tasks activities work plans and timelines needed to achieve key results.
- Policy Development: Knowledge of the policy development processes.
- Technical Writing: Ability to learn understand and communicate data and technical information.
- Demonstrated experience using equity assessments and environmental justice analyses.
- Understanding of Tribal sovereignty treaty rights governmenttogovernment relationships inherent rights of indigenous people and since time immemorial tribal culture and history.
- Experience communicating findings and recommendations to diverse audiences.
If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job descriptionwe encourage you to apply.Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Supplemental Information
Ecology does not use the EVerify system; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information please visitwww.uscis.
Our Commitment to DEIR
Diversity Equity Inclusion and Respect (DEIR)are core values central to Ecologys 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 Ecologys 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 thatDEIRis 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.
Application Process
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 job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click Apply at the top of this page. Complete the entire application including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions and attach:
- Cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
- Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly.A resume will not substitute for the work experience section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as see resume may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information please visit our Recruitment website.Application Attestation: By submitting an application you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
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- If you are deaf or hard of hearing you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or.
Questions
- For specific questions about the position location options schedule or duties please contact Joshua Griceat .
- If you need assistance applying for this job are inquiring about the status of your application would like to request the full position description or have any other questions please contact the Recruitment Team at
About the Climate Pollution ReductionProgram
The Climate Pollution Reduction Programs (CPRPs) mission is to implement policies and programs to reduce carbon emissions in the state of Washington so that the state meets its statutory greenhouse gas emission limits. The CPRP focuses long term requiring creative and strategic decision making for implementation to achieve broad statewide and interstate success reducing carbon emissions in the state of Washington so residents have a healthy environment and climate.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washingtons environmental protection agency we are deeply committed to protecting preserving and enhancing Washingtons environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land air water and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology 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.We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership effective resource management teamwork professionalism and accountability.
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 ForgivenessTuition Waiver Long Term Disability&Life InsuranceDeferred Compensation ProgramsDependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramCommute Trip Reduction Incentives(Download PDF reader)Combined Fund DriveSmartHealth*Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology please visit ourwebsite explore Working at Ecology check out ourStrategic Plan and connect with us onLinkedInFacebookInstagramYouTube or ourblog.
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.
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
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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