Senior Cap-and-Invest Market Monitor (Financial Examiner 4) (In-Training)

About the role

The Climate Pollution Reduction Program (CPRP) within the Department of Ecology is seeking a Senior Cap-and-Invest Market Monitor (Financial Examiner 4) (In-Training) position. This role is based in the Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA.

Responsibilities

• Support the successful long-term performance of Washington’s cap-and-invest program by monitoring auctions and trading in allowance and related markets.
• Assess the market’s health with an eye towards Washington’s statutory commitments to decarbonization and provide input for policy discussions.
• Investigate potential rule violations and support follow-up enforcement actions to maintain the market’s integrity.
• Cultivate a deep understanding of the nexus between emissions allowances, energy, and financial markets.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on cap-and-invest market behavior and assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining the program.

Requirements

• Finance or econometric skills
• Experience with market monitoring and assessment
• Ability to collaborate with Ecology’s Attorney General and other cap-and-invest jurisdictions
• Knowledge of cap-and-invest market behavior

Qualifications

• FE3 or FE4 level
• Salary range: $78,468.00 - $116,556.00 annually

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule including the option to telework up to 3 days per week
• Hybrid schedule allowing work from home and office
• Reduced commuting time and carbon footprint

Pay

$78,468.00 - $116,556.00 Annually

Schedule

This position offers a flexible hybrid schedule, allowing work from home and office, and the option to telework up to 3 days per week. Required to be in-office on Mondays and Tuesdays.

Contact

For more information or to apply, please visit: Senior Cap-and-Invest Market Monitor (Financial Examiner 4) (In-Training)

Application Timeline

The position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on July 18, 2024. Please submit your application by July 17, 2024 to be considered.

Agency Mission

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

Program Mission

The Climate Pollution Reduction Program’s (CPRP’s) mission is to implement policies and programs to reduce carbon emissions in the state of Washington, ensuring the state meets its statutory greenhouse gas emission limits.