ChemAction Outreach Specialist (Community Outreach and Environmental Education Specialist 3)

IAP2 USA is hiring a ChemAction Outreach Specialist to support hazardous chemical reduction efforts in Washington State. This role involves community engagement, environmental justice advocacy, and public outreach related to hazardous chemical plans. The position is based in various regional offices but allows for up to 90% tele-work. The salary ranges from $50,088 to $67,380 annually, and applications are open until filled.
February 26, 2024 9:15 AM | Dina Alengi Storz (Administrator)

The Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a ChemAction Outreach Specialist (Community Outreach and Environmental Education Specialist 3) position.



This position is located in our Northwest Region Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA.This position is located in our Central Region Office (CRO) in Union Gap, WA.This position is located in our Eastern Region Office (ERO) in Spokane, WA.

Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

Please Note: If the final location of this position is determined to be in our Northwest Region Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA. there will be an additional 5% pay increase due to its location in King County. In this instance the salary range will be $4,382 - $5,895 per month.

Are you interested in supporting the reduction of hazardous chemicals in Washington State? Do you thrive off community engagement and getting people involved to be a part of the solution? We are seeking a candidate who wants to help build community relationships to get the public involved in our hazardous chemical reduction efforts.

In this position, you would take an active role in supporting inclusion of environmental justice (EJ) and nondiscrimination laws and policies in our hazardous chemical reduction work. This position leads the public outreach and engagement activities associated with the development and implementation of hazardous chemical plans, rule making, legislative reports, and Toxic Free Cosmetics Act implementation.

Agency Mission: Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.

Program Mission: We protect Washington’s residents and environment by reducing the use of toxic chemicals, safely managing dangerous waste, preventing new contaminated sites, and cleaning up contamination. We’re national leaders in minimizing and eliminating the impacts of toxic chemicals and hazardous waste.

Tele-work options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work schedule. Applicants with questions about position location options, tele-work, and flexible or compressed schedules are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed below in “other information.” Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.

Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on March 7, 2024. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before March 6, 2024. If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date.

Salary: $50,088.00 - $67,380.00 Annually

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ChemAction Outreach Specialist (Community Outreach and Environmental Education Specialist 3)

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