Climate Change Clean Fuel Standard Project Manager (Environmental Planner 4)(In-Training)

The State of Washington is hiring a Clean Fuel Standard Project Manager (Environmental Planner 4) in Lacey, WA. This role involves managing stakeholder panels, overseeing agreements related to transportation electrification, and supporting rulemaking processes. The position emphasizes environmental protection and offers flexible schedules and telework options. It is a project position funded until June 30, 2027, and requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
Per Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 21-14.2, Washington State employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination as part of the hiring process, prior to their start date. Requests for medical and religious exemptions will be considered. If you have questions, please contact Careers@ecy.wa.gov with “COVID-19 vaccination” in the subject line.

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

The Air Quality Program (AQP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Clean Fuel Standard Project Manager and Partnerships Specialist (Environmental Planner 4)(In-Training) position.

This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA.

Transportation emissions are our biggest source of greenhouse gases in Washington and they have not declined meaningfully in the last 30 years. The Clean Fuel Standard is a new policy that aims to change that, decarbonizing the transportation sector while creating economic opportunity in electric vehicles and low carbon fuels. We are looking for a Clean Fuel Standard Project Manager and Partnerships Specialist to oversee all of the work done by outside parties. This work includes managing a stakeholder advisory panel and overseeing agreements with outside parties covering equitable transportation electrification, an annual fuel supply forecast, and priorities for transportation electrification investments. In this position you will also collect reports from program participants of how they are investing their credit revenue. Finally, you will support rulemaking processes through drafting and revising rule language, attending stakeholder meetings, and providing responses to stakeholder comments.

The mission of the Air Quality Program (AQP) is to protect and improve air quality in Washington and to protect our State’s environment for current and future generations.

Please Note: This is a project position that is funded until June 30, 2027.

Protecting Washington State's environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people.

Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:
• A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
• An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
• Continuous growth and development opportunities.
• A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s 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 Ecology’s 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 that DEIR is 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.

During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing.

Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of April 11, 2022. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before April 10, 2022 The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.

What makes this role unique?
This is an opportunity to apply your project management skills to fighting the climate crisis. We need someone who is detail-oriented, has strong people skills, and knows how to manage contracts to help us establish our new Clean Fuels Program. You will play a key role in developing the requirements of the program and making sure it meets the state’s policy goals. You will also help advance clean fuels policy in key areas. For example, you will guide discussions on how to account for carbon uptake in agricultural crops and forests through the oversight of an agriculture and forestry stakeholder advisory panel. You will be responsible for advancing equitable transportation electrification by developing and overseeing a contract for a credit aggregator, a nonprofit that will claim unclaimed clean fuels credits and invest the revenue in transportation electrification that benefits overburdened communities. If you are a skilled project manager and facilitator and are looking for work that makes a difference, this position could be a great fit.

What you will do:
• Oversee the forestland and agricultural landowner stakeholder advisory panel (RCW 70A.535.060)
• Designate a credit aggregator: establish a competitive solicitation process that reflects Ecology’s policy goals, develop and manage a contract to govern the aggregator’s work and reporting requirements, and produce an annual public report on the aggregator’s performance
• Collaborate with the Washington State Dept. of Transportation to develop and maintain a list of transportation electrification activities eligible for electric utilities to fund with their credit revenue (RCW 70A.535.080)
• Develop requirements for electric utilities to follow when reporting on their investments of credit revenue, and ensure compliance. Produce an annual public summary of these investments
• Manage an interagency agreement with the State Dept. of Commerce to produce an annual fuel supply forecast (RCW 70A.535.100) and serve as Ecology’s expert on forecast methods and results
• Lead the biennial workload analysis process to determine the program fee (RCW 70A.535.130)
• Lead the biennial innovative technologies and pathways review (RCW 70A.535.060)
• Support the rulemaking processes through drafting and revising rule language, attending stakeholder meetings, and providing responses to stakeholder comments

Required Qualifications:
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
At the EP2 level (Salary Range 52: $4,188-$5,494)

A Bachelor's degree in environmental science or management; environmental, transportation, or natural resource planning; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.

AND

Three years of professional experience in an environmental-, transportation-, energy-, or natural resource-related field.

OR

A Master's degree or above with major emphasis in environmental science or management; environmental, transportation, or natural resource planning; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.

AND

One year of professional experience in an environmental-, transportation-, energy-, or natural resource-related field.

OR

One year of experience as an Environmental Planner 1 at Ecology.

At the EP3 level (Salary Range 59: $4,974-$6,534)

A Bachelor's degree in environmental science or management; environmental, transportation, or natural resource planning; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.

AND

Four years of professional experience in an environmental-, transportation-, energy-, or natural resource-related field.

OR

A Master's degree or above with major emphasis in environmental science or management; environmental, transportation, or natural resource planning; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.

AND

Two years of professional experience in an environmental-, transportation-, energy-, or natural resource-related field.

OR

One year of experience as an Environmental Planner 2 at Ecology.

At the EP4 level (Goal Class)(Salary Range 63: $5,494-$7,207)

A Bachelor's degree in environmental science or management; environmental, transportation, or natural resource planning; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.

AND

Five years of professional experience in an environmental-, transportation-, energy-, or natural resource-related field.

OR

A Master's degree or above with major emphasis in environmental science or management; environmental, transportation, or natural resource planning; public administration with an environmental emphasis; or closely related field.

AND

Three years of professional experience in an environmental-, transportation-, energy-, or natural resource-related field.

OR

One year of experience as an Environmental Planner 3 at Ecology.

Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.
• Experience developing and managing contracts on behalf of an organization
• Experience staffing or facilitating panels, discussions, stakeholder meetings, or other group processes
• Experience with transportation policy, transportation fuels, or zero emissions vehicles
• Understanding of the tools and principles of environmental justice
Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.

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 candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?
• Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
• If you are deaf or hard of hearing you can reach the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
• 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 on the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page.
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Application Instructions:

It's in the applicant's best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.
• A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
• A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
• Three professional references.

Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable.

For Your Privacy:
When attaching documents to your application (such as Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):
• Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc.
• Do not attach documents that are password-protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded.

Additional Application Instructions for Current 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.

Application Attestation:

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.

Other Information:

If you have specific questions about the position, please email Joel Creswell at: Joel.Creswell@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Joel to inquire about the status of your application.

To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov

Why work for Ecology?

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.

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 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 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, Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth *See the Benefits tab in this announcement for more information

Student debt: how working for Ecology can help
The Department of Ecology is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Forgiveness Program (PSLF). See https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more details.

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.

Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.

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. 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.

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.