Assistant Environmental Coordinator (TPS 2)

About the role

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

Responsibilities

• Support Development of Environmental Documentation and Permitting
  • Prepare or contribute to the development of environmental documentation including National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA).
  • Prepare and maintain environmental documentation of traffic projects and complete assigned portions of larger, more complex project documentation.
  • Prepare local, state and federal permit applications.
• Collaborate with biologists, engineers, project managers, regulatory agencies, and other technical specialists to conduct transportation studies related to biological resources and other environmental disciplines, ensuring projects are delivered responsibly while balancing environmental stewardship with WSDOT's transportation mission.
• Support the Environmental Coordinators, Biology, and Roadside Restoration staff with project site visits and environmental compliance before, during and post-construction.
• Travel independently to field locations throughout the southwest region in a state vehicle to ensure environmental compliance during construction and make professional recommendations based on field reviews.

Qualifications

• Environmental Knowledge: Basic understanding of environmental principles and practices in biology, environmental science, natural resources, or closely related disciplines.
• Communication & Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with team members, follow direction, communicate technical or project-related information clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
• Task and Workload Management: Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, and manage multiple complex tasks concurrently while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Research and Analytical Communication: Experience in collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing information from multiple sources to produce clear, concise, and well-structured summaries and reports.
• Computer and Information Systems: Proficiency Experience using personal computers and standard business software to evaluate data, generate reports, utilize databases, and prepare professional documents using word-processing applications.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

Benefits

To be considered for this opportunity, qualified candidates should demonstrate the following competencies: Environmental Knowledge, Communication & Collaboration, Task and Workload Management, Research and Analytical Communication, Computer and Information Systems, Growth Mindset, and Service-Oriented. Additionally, preferred qualifications include Environmental Regulatory Knowledge, Environmental Documentation and Permitting Experience, Geospatial and Mapping Technology, Environmental Compliance and Erosion Control, Wetland and Vegetation Assessment, Biological Resources Compliance, Hazardous Materials Assessment, and Wetland and Vegetation Assessment.

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at amanda.strebeck@wsdot.wa.gov Please be sure to reference Assistant Environmental Coordinator #40815 in the subject line. More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs. Read About Our Benefits