Shoreline Armoring Planning Associate (Environmental Planner 3) (In Training)
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We have a culture that is invested in making a difference. If you want to join a team that is highly effective, collaborative, has leadership that embraces the value of people, Ecology is a good fit.
The Department of Ecology is recruiting for a Shoreline Armoring Planning Associate (Environmental Planner 3) (In Training) in the Shorelands and Environmental Assistance (SEA) Program. This position will be located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey and will work with a talented and dedicated team of people working in shoreline, coastal, and floodplain management.
This position located in the Coastal/Shorelands Section of the SEA Program, helps us meet the department and program mission by developing strategies and processes for improving the management of shoreline armoring. Reporting to the Coastal/Shorelands Section Manager, this position serves as an independent project manager responsible for leading the development of a shoreline armoring compliance and effectiveness program consistent with the Puget Sound Shoreline Armoring Implementation Strategy.
We are looking for applicants with a strong background or understanding of shoreline management in Washington State. Applicants should have strong analytical and project management skills and the ability to develop thoughtful, creative, and effective solutions to challenging shoreline management issues. They should also have excellent oral and written communication skills and be able to build and maintain cooperative relationships with agency staff, tribes, local governments, and stakeholders. Our ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in shoreline permitting and compliance and a strong understanding of shoreline armoring in Washington State.
As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism and accountability.
To learn more about The Department of Ecology, please visit our website at www.ecology.wa.gov and follow, like or visit us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or our blog.
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Duties
Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment, and promote the wise management of our air, land and water for the benefit of current and future generations. Our goals are to prevent pollution, clean up pollution, and support sustainable communities and natural resources.
The mission of the Shorelands and Environmental Assistance (SEA) Program is to support community conservation efforts for our shorelands, wetlands, and floodplains.
The Shoreline Armoring Planning Associate position reports to the Coastal/Shorelands Section Manager, and serves as an independent project manager responsible for leading the development of a shoreline armoring compliance and effectiveness program consistent with the Puget Sound Shoreline Armoring Implementation Strategy.
- Collaborates with SEA Program staff and managers, other state and federal agencies, and local governments to develop processes and strategies for improving regulatory outcomes, addressing priorities for shoreline protection, and improving overall regional capacity for managing shoreline armoring.
- Provides expertise and consultation to SEA staff and local governments.
- Develops plans, reports, documents, model regulations and other informational resources that support the implementation of the armoring elements of local shoreline master programs.
- Coordinates with planning and technical personnel in other state, federal, and local agencies to increase training/technical support for local regulatory staff.
- Develops a programmatic framework for training that supports effective implementation of shoreline armoring regulations.
- Represents Ecology in providing policy and technical assistance to state and local officials.
This recruitment will remain open until filled. The initial screening will be September 30, 2019. In order to be considered for the initial screening, please submit an application on or before September 29, 2019. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.
Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
At the Environmental Planner3 Level: Pay Range 59 – ($4,829 - $6,344) Monthly
A Master's degree or above with a major emphasis in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, landscape architecture, geography, land use or environmental law, public administration with an environmental emphasis, or closely related field,
AND
Two (2) years of professional experience in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, and/or program development.
OR
A Bachelor's degree in a field listed above or in a natural science
AND
Four (4) years of professional experience in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, and/or program development.
OR
One (1) year of experience as an Environmental Planner 2, provided a Master's degree as described above has been obtained.
At the Environmental Planner 2 Level: Pay Range 52 – ($4,066 - $5,334) Monthly
A Master's degree or above with a major emphasis in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, landscape architecture, geography, land use or environmental law, public administration with an environmental emphasis, or closely related field,
AND
One (1) years of professional experience in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, and/or program development.
OR
A Bachelor's degree in a field listed above or in a natural science
AND
Three (3) years of professional experience in land use, urban, regional, environmental, or natural resource planning, and/or program development.
OR
One (1) year of experience as an Environmental Planner 1, provided a Master's degree as described above has been obtained.
Desired Qualifications:
- At least two (2) years of experience in administering Washington's Shoreline Management Act.
- At least two (2) years of experience working for a state, federal, local, or tribal resource or planning agency.
- Experience organizing, facilitating, or leading professional work groups.
- Demonstrated ability to write clear reports and papers that effectively communicate to the intended audience
Special Requirements / Conditions of Employment:
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
Why work for Ecology?
Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment.
A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping the health and financial security of you and your family a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to work/life balance.
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 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 (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth
Student debt and how working for Ecology can help
Employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, which forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.
*See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information
Supplemental Information
Application Instructions
In order to be considered, applicants MUST attach the following documents as an attachment to their application:
- A cover letter describing how your experience, skills and abilities meet the required/desired qualifications of this position.
- A Resume.
- Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable.
Please read the supplemental questions carefully and answer completely. Incomplete responses, including "please see resume" may disqualify you from further consideration.
Department of Ecology employees, please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources.
Other Information
If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
If you have specific questions about the position, please email Brian Lynn at: brian.lynn@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Brian to inquire about the status of your application.
The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
This position is included in the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) union bargaining unit for the Department of Ecology.
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 or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.