Cap-and-Invest Industrial Decarbonization Specialist Environmental Planner 5
Cap-and-Invest Industrial Decarbonization Specialist Environmental Planner 5
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Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a CapandInvest Industrial Decarbonization Specialist (Environmental Planner 5within the Climate Pollution Reduction Program.
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.
- Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
- Apply by March 16 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 16th may not be considered.
Duties
As the CapandInvest Industrial Decarbonization Specialist you will oversee the design and development of key policies and guidance on industrial decarbonization mechanisms technologies and strategies leading to the successful implementation of and compliance with the States CapandInvest Program a key priority for the Department of Ecology the Legislature and the Governors Office. To accomplish this work you will work with staff across the CapandInvest Program in policy auctions and markets and emissions reporting and verification. Youll collaborate with Ecologys Office of Equity and Environmental Justice policy and technical leads while providing information for responses to requests from policy advisors in the Office of the Governor as well as legislators and legislative staff.
Here are some of your duties as the Industrial Decarbonization Specialist:Apply policy evaluation program assessment and sectorspecific skills to develop and evaluate approaches to reducing industrial greenhouse gases mitigate industrial emissions leakage risk and meet statewide emissions limits.
Apply specialized experience and expertise to develop regulatory measures implementation plans and procedures for controlling greenhouse gas emissions and to prepare feasibility and costeffectiveness studies of proposed standards and control measures.
Conduct studies to support coordination of greenhouse gas emission reduction programs among other Climate Pollution Reduction (CPR) programs other State agencies and other external organizations.
Take on responsibilities with extreme sensitivity and complexity often dealing with emerging or undefined issues and typically involving potential conflict among diverse issues such as stateoftheart technologies; public concern; local State and Federal Government concerns; Tribal government and overburdened community concerns; costs; and business interests.
Design and create tools to compare technical and policy alternatives and to provide scientific critique of measurement methods policy interpretations and other proposals and input from a broad range of interested parties.
Spearhead the development of policy and legislative proposals with immediate and longrange impact; evaluate policy and legislative proposals that impact Washingtons climate change programs; and recommend creative implementation solutions.
Work with state national and international experts and interested parties to gather research and technical evaluations to support the continued integrity of the implementation of the CapandInvest program. Evaluate and review literature and analyses conducted by outside consultants and entities.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience please visit our Recruitment website.
Required Qualifications:
Eleven years of experience and/or education as described below:
- Experiencein environmental science and/or policy; other areas of science and/or policy; economics finance or business; or other subjects or areas applicable to industrial decarbonization emissionsintensive tradeexposed industries emissions trading systems industrial economics or other allied fields; or conducting analyses that include but are not limited to data analysis software coding industrial systems analysis or industrial policy analysis.
- Educationinvolving a major study in environmental science and/or policy; other areas of science and/or policy; economics finance or business; or other subjects or areas applicable to industrial decarbonization emissionsintensive tradeexposed industries emissions trading systems industrial economics or other allied fields.
Examples of how to qualify:
- 11 years of experience.
- 10 years of experience AND 3059 semester or 4589 quarter college credits.
- 9 years of experience AND 6089 semester or 90134 quarter college credits (Associates degree).
- 8 years of experience AND 90119 semester or 135179 quarter college credits.
- 7 years of experience AND a Bachelors degree.
- 5 years of experience AND a Masters degree.
- 4 years of experience AND a Ph.D.
- 2 years of experience as an Environmental Planner 4 at the Department of Ecology.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
A background check will be conducted which may include criminal record history fingerprinting and credit history. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.Desired Qualifications:
- Experience working to address climate change in some capacity including working on policies relating to manufacturing and/or decarbonizing emissions of heavy industries.
- An understanding of greenhouse gas emissions trading systems including capandinvest style regulatory programs greenhouse gas reduction programs and policies.
- Quantitative skills including statistical and/or mathematical course work or programming and modeling course work degrees and/or experience that may be relevant to greenhouse gas reduction programs and policies.
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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Questions
- For specific questions about the position location options schedule or duties please contact Andrew Hayes at .
- 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 (GHG) emission limits. The CPRP focuses longterm requiring creative and strategic decisionmaking 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.
The Cap and Invest Group (CIG) is responsible for the implementation and operation of Washingtons CapandInvest Program which employs market mechanisms to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in a costeffective manner. As part of the CapandInvest Program businesses and entities are required to obtain allowances tied to their emissions which can be bought sold and traded. The market for these commodities began in January 2023 and the proceeds are invested by the state in projects to decarbonize transportation and other sectors of the economy promote clean energy and advance equity and environmental justice.
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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Employment Type
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