Regulated Materials Management and Compliance Program Supervisor (TPS5)

Tumwater, WA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 87048 - 117120

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

About WSDOT

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan design build and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the addition to maintaining over 18000 lane miles of state highway and 4100 bridges WSDOT manages the worlds longest floating bridge executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan holds a record for the worlds widest tunneling project and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is seeking an experienced Transportation Planning Specialist 5 (TPS5) to serve as the Regulated Materials Management and Compliance Program Supervisor in Tumwater WA. Located within the Compliance Solutions Branch of the Headquarters Environmental Services Office (ESO) this position plays a critical role in advancing WSDOTs strategic priorities ESOs Business Plan and agency policy through building strong partnerships responsive service delivery collaborative problem-solving and dependable follow-through.

In this leadership role the incumbent builds and maintains effective working relationships with program staff customers and internal and external delivery partners while leading facilitating and supervising the Regulated Materials Management and Compliance Program. This position provides statewide direction and oversight for regulated materials compliance supporting staff and customers with practical solutions-oriented services and deliverables that enables WSDOT regions and modes to safely efficiently and consistently meet environmental requirements and deliver transportation projects.

The program delivers essential services tools and technical support that help project teams navigate complex compliance challenges track and fulfill environmental commitments and move work forward. Through coaching mentoring and workforce development this position supports staff growth and effectiveness while fostering a collaborative and customer-focused team culture. The role also advances proactive risk management by helping the agency reduce long-term legal exposure and environmental liabilities through consistent organized well-communicated compliance strategies and informed decision-making.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role the TPS5 will:

Lead facilitate and supervise a statewide Regulated Materials Management and Compliance Solutions Program that supports WSDOTs project delivery and business needs.
Oversee program operations to ensure organized timely high-quality solutions-oriented customer service statewide across all phases of project delivery.
Supervise staff and consultants by assigning work setting priorities facilitating collaboration and supporting effective performance.
Plan administer and monitor a biennial budget of approximately $1 million and develop and oversee consultant contracts and related expenditures.
Lead and negotiate interagency agreements in alignment with Branch Manager direction.
Develop and implement biennial work plans performance measures and continuous improvement strategies aligned with program priorities and Branch goals.
Recommend updates to statewide policies and lead the development and maintenance of procedures guidance tools and training related to regulated materials management and compliance.
Monitor and evaluate legislative and regulatory changes and support policy alignment and agency responses.
Assess customer needs and coordinate responsive program support using performance data compliance information and customer engagement.
Provide strategic and technical expertise on complex regulated materials and contamination issues.
Lead special projects and interagency coordination and perform other duties as assigned within program authority.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity the following are required:

Technical Expertise in Regulated Materials Management and Compliance:Ability to lead and oversee program operations to ensure effective consistent delivery of regulated materials and compliance deliverables and services. Applies knowledge of applicable laws regulations rules policies and procedures to guide staff assess and monitor compliance evaluate and respond to risk and support project delivery while maintaining safe practices.
Regulatory and Policy Analysis: Ability to analyze and interpret regulatory and policy changes related to regulated materials communicate clearly to staff and customers and ensure program-level guidance supports consistent compliance and operational effectiveness.
Project Deliverables: Ability to plan organize and supervise program deliverables ensuring that staff complete work efficiently within scope budget and schedule and that program goals are consistently met. Provides hands-on support and completes deliverables alongside staff when necessary to maintain program continuity and meet critical deadlines.
Customer and Delivery Partner Relationships: Ability to develop and maintain positive trust-based relationships with customers colleagues delivery partners and regulatory agencies. Guides and coaches staff to communicate effectively and deliver high-quality service consistently.
Communication and Plain Language Writing: Communicate clearly concisely and effectively at all levels of the organization ensuring staff understand program goals and expectations. Coaches staff in professional communication and effective customer and delivery partner engagement.
Analytical and Critical Thinking: Apply critical thinking and program-level analysis to evaluate operations identify risks or inefficiencies and recommend solutions. Supports staff in effective problem-solving and decision-making.
Technical and Digital Proficiency: Effectively use digital tools computers and office technology to lead program operations track deliverables and oversee staff performance. Guides staff in using these tools to achieve program objectives.
Collaboration and Team Leadership: Lead motivate and supervise program staff and cross-functional teams ensuring alignment collaboration and accountability to meet program objectives consistently. Provides guidance and coaching to build team capability.
Training and Workforce Development: Oversee and support staff development coaching and training to build a capable high-performing program team. Ensure staff have the skills and knowledge to meet program goals effectively.
Emergency and Environmental Incident Support:Provide technical and regulatory expertise to support emergency and environmental incident activities. Oversees staff response to regulated materials incidents and issues providing guidance and coordination to ensure safety and compliance. This role does not serve as an on-scene first responder.
Continuous Improvement and Innovation: Drive continuous improvement of program operations processes and staff performance to ensure consistent high quality program outcomes. Encourages innovation.
Growth Mindset:Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
Service-Oriented:Takes action to meet the needs of others.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

Supervisory Experience:Demonstrated experience successfully supervising and leading a team providing guidance coaching and performance management to achieve consistent program outcomes.
Technical Leadership Communication and Professional Judgment: Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership subject-matter guidance and mentorship to staff or project teams communicate clearly on complex compliance issues and support sound decision-making in a supervisory or program lead context including situations without direct authority.
Program Project and Compliance Delivery:Demonstrated experience supporting or managing regulated materials deliverables within complex programs or capital projects including integration with project delivery methods such as design-bid-build or design-build and exercising sound technical judgment to address compliance challenges.
Applied Regulated Materials and Environmental Practice:Demonstrated ability to apply environmental scientific or policy-based principles to regulated materials assessment site evaluations compliance implementation and technical documentation within a regulated or public-sector environment.
Regulated Materials and Site Assessments:Knowledge and ability to guide and oversee sampling site assessment and risk management activities.
Environmental Compliance: Knowledge of and experience applying environmental compliance policy procedures and business practices. Experience providing guidance to staff to ensure consistent program implementation.
Project Delivery Methods:Knowledge of and experience with design-bid-build and design-build project delivery methods.

In addition the following is required:

Valid drivers license and the ability to operate a state-owned vehicle
Meet the criteria of an Environmental Professional - 40 CFR 312.10(b) or be eligible within 1 year
40-hour HAZWOPER Certification or obtain within 1 year if not current
AHERA Building Inspector Certification or obtain within 1 year if not current
Washington Registered Site Assessor Certification or obtain within 1 year if not current

Important Notes

This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
To review the full Position Description please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting.
In addition to base salary employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type duties or location of the position. For union-represented positions more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicableCollective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28of the Washington Administrative Code.
WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information please visit.

Why WSDOT

Work-Life Balance We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals lifestyle.
Paid Leave In addition to 12 paid holidays full-time employees mayearn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
Tuition Assistance Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses including tuition reimbursement programs government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
PlanFor Your Future WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs and much more. Go toState Benefitsfor more information.

Check out this video to learn more:Why WSDOT

How to Apply

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore it is very important that the Work Experience portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.

In order to be considered for this opportunity please include the following with your online application:

An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance technical skills and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the References section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

Please click the APPLY button to proceed.Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.

WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons regardless of race ethnicity age veteran status sexual orientation and/ or gender identity are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.

Contact Us

For inquiries aboutthis posting you may contact the assigned Recruiter Amanda Strebeck at. Please be sure to reference TPS 5 #00859 in the subject line.

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DescriptionAbout WSDOTWashington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan design build and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and g...