Reducing Toxics Threats Unit Supervisor (Chemist 4) (Internal Only)

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

This recruitment is open only to current Department of Ecology employees including those on temporary or project assignments and Ecologys Washington Conservation Corps members.

The Department of Ecology is hiring aReducing Toxics Threats Unit Supervisor (Chemist 4) (Internal Only)positionwithin the Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program.

Location:

• Headquarters Office in Lacey WA.
• Upon hire you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

Schedule:

• You may telework most of your work time with occasional in-person meetings and activities.

Application Timeline:

• Apply by October 14 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 the date above may not be considered.

What makes this role unique

The Reducing Toxic Threats (RTT) Unit Supervisor leads a multidisciplinary team of policy chemists toxicologists and other professionals. The teams work is critical to our HWTRs chemical program related to reducing toxics in consumer products. The team participates in the formulation and direction of policy related to reducing toxics threats in consumer products. This team is often on the leading edge of policy development at the national and international level. This position interacts with technical experts and industry leaders across states and in other countries as well.

What you will do:

• Responsible for project management of the technical work for the formulation and direction of policy to reduce toxic threats in consumer products including:
  1. Manage and track the progress of projects identified in operational and work plans for the portfolio.
  2. Work with project teams to develop the appropriate materials and technical documents required within the allotted timeframes. Provide planning and project management tools mentoring and coordination support to staff in the unit.
  3. Provide organizational planning and coordination by identifying key criteria policy and implementation goals important to the program.
  4. Work with teams to prioritize key issues.
  5. Coordinate with other programs when issues overlap.
• Identify policy needs and provide planning and project management support for their development.
• Onboard new unit staff

• Develop products that adhere to agency standards and Plain Talk standards; and meet Title VI and agency language accessibility and nondiscrimination standards.

For detailed information on how we calculate experience please visit our Recruitment website.

Ten years of experience and/or education as described below:

• Experienceperforming chemical analysis. Experience must include:
  • At least one year of experience supervising professional chemists.
• Educationinvolving a major study in chemistry or with a minimum of 30 semester hours or 45 quarter hours of college level chemistry.

Examples of how to qualify:

• 10 years of experience.
• 9 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
• 8 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associates degree).
• 7 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
• 6 years of experience AND a Bachelors degree.
• 4 years of experience AND a Masters degree.
• 3 years of experience AND a PhD degree.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Washington State laws and regulations pertaining to consumer products hazardous waste and pollution prevention.
• A certificate in green chemistry / green engineering or closely related environmental field.

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.

Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information please visit.

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.

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 Richelle Perez 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 Hazardous Waste and Toxics ReductionProgram

The mission of the Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction program is to protect Washingtons residents and environment by reducing the use of toxic chemicals safely managing dangerous waste preventing new contaminated sites and cleaning up contamination.

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 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 Leave11 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 Combined Fund Drive SmartHealth *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.

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

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