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Department of Ecology Nonpoint Project Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4) in Lacey, Washington
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Water Quality Program *within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a *Nonpoint Project Specialist (Environmental Specialist 4) position. This position is located* in our *Headquarters Office in* *Lacey, WA.{rel="nofollow"} Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
In this dynamic role, you will provide project and financial oversight for water quality improvement projects funded statewide through the Water Quality Combined Funding Program. Collaborating with planners, internal regional subject matter experts, and external scientists and implementers, you will address the environmental impacts of nonpoint pollution. You will use your specialized knowledge of riparian and agricultural systems to provide project oversight and work closely with internal and external subject matter experts on nonpoint pollution abatement projects. In collaboration with the Water Quality Section 319 Financial Assistance Planner, you will also provide your comprehensive knowledge of real property acquisitions to aid the program in funding projects focused on nonpoint pollution prevention.
*Agency Mission: *Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
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*Program Mission: *The mission of the Water Quality Program is to ensure that all aquatic life and communities in the watershed experience cool, clean water to refresh and sustain us in a changing climate.
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 May 3, 2024. To be considered, please submit an application on or before May 2, 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.
Please Note: We will review all applications received before the date above. Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire was not made.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following: Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s){target="_blank" rel="noopener"},