Senior Grant Project Manager and TMDL Lead (Environmental Specialist 4)

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

The Department of Ecology is hiring aSenior Grant Project Manager and TMDL Lead (Environmental Specialist 4)within the Water Quality 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.
• You may telework most of your work time with occasional in-person meetings and activities.
• Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.

Application Timeline:

• Apply by June 16 2026
• Applications submitted after the date above may not be reviewed unless additional qualified applicants are needed.

Nonpoint sources are one of the largest contributors of pollution in Washington. Nonpoint pollution can contain toxic chemicals excess nutrients and bacteria. As the Senior Nonpoint Grant Project Manager and TMDL Lead you will help reduce this pollution by providing financial assistance for grant and loan recipients in Southwest Washington. You will also help develop water quality restoration plans for selected watersheds.

What you will do:

For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions please visit our Recruitment website.

Required Qualifications:

Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below:

• Experienceperforming environmental-based work OR work related to the duties of the position that includes three or more of the following:
  • Grant and Financial Program Administration - Ability to manage and oversee financial assistance programs to ensure funds are awarded used monitored and closed out in accordance with program requirements and to support successful project outcomes.
  • Project and Portfolio Management - Ability to plan track and evaluate multiple projects simultaneously to keep work on schedule maintain quality standards and achieve intended environmental and program goals.
  • Technical and Regulatory Analysis - Ability to interpret technical data and regulatory requirements and to lead the development of technical plans and recommendations that support effective program decisions and improved outcomes.
  • Intergovernmental and Community Collaboration - Experience collaborating with Tribes local governments state and federal agencies community organizations and members of the public to build alignment solve problems and advance shared project and program objectives.
  • Communication and Public Service - Ability to communicate complex technical and financial information in clear understandable terms respond to inquiries and share program requirements and results to support public understanding and transparency.
• Educationinvolving a major study in environmental physical or one of the natural sciences; environmental or natural science interdisciplinary studies; environmental planning; or an academic discipline related to the duties of the position.

Examples of how to qualify:

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

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:

• Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience managing grants
• Experience working with TMDLs and water quality improvement projects.
• Technical writing experience.
• Experience facilitating meetings.
• Experience coordinating agencies and working with external advisory groups.

If you are excited about this role and meet the required qualificationswe encourage you to apply.Desired qualifications reflect additional knowledge skills or experience that are nice to have but not required. Studies have shown that some applicants especially women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they meet every listed qualification. At the Department of Ecology we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging and we welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and unique perspectives.

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 Lawrence Sullivanat
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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 yearPublic Service Loan ForgivenessTuition Waiver Long Term Disability&Life InsuranceDeferred Compensation ProgramsDependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA)Employee Assistance ProgramCommute Trip Reduction IncentivesCombined 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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