Senior Grant Project Manager and TMDL Lead (Environmental Specialist 4)

About the role

The Department of Ecology is hiring a Senior Grant Project Manager and TMDL Lead (Environmental Specialist 4) within the Water Quality Program. The position is based in the Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. The position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of internal and external partners, including engineers and financial managers, to evaluate, plan, install, and maintain critical nonpoint water quality restoration projects.
• Develop and negotiate grant and loan terms of agreement.
• Track project performance against contract obligations, which includes visiting sites at critical stages to make sure they are following the grant agreements.
• Review and rate environmental nonpoint grant applications for accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Aid local governments in understanding how to use Ecology funds to address nonpoint source pollution.
• Develop and implement Water Quality Improvement Plans (TMDLs) within the Southwest Region.
• Help partners implement practices to meet water quality standards.
• Build relationships with landowners and help them comply with water quality laws, understand and share best management practices, and communicate the science behind these practices.

Qualifications

• Nine (9) years of experience and/or education as described below:
• Experience performing environmental-based work, OR work related to the duties of the position, that includes three or more of the following:
• Grant and Financial Program Administration - Ability to manage and oversee financial assistance programs to ensure funds are awarded, used, monitored, and closed out in accordance with program requirements and to support successful project outcomes.
• Project and Portfolio Management - Ability to plan, track, and evaluate multiple projects simultaneously to keep work on schedule, maintain quality standards, and achieve intended environmental and program goals.
• Techincal and Regulatory Analysis - Ability to interpret technical data and regulatory requirements, and to lead the development of technical plans and recommendations that support effective program decisions and improved outcomes.
• Intergovernmental and Community Collaboration - Experience collaborating with Tribes, local governments, state and federal agencies, community organizations, and members of the public to build alignment, solve problems, and advance shared project and program objectives.
• Communication and Public Service - Ability to communicate complex technical and financial information in clear, understandable terms, respond to inquiries, and share program requirements and results to support public understanding and transparency.
• Education involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences; environmental or natural science interdisciplinary studies; environmental planning; or an academic discipline related to the duties of the position.

Benefits

Ecology does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Pay

Salary range: $85,000 - $110,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options. You may telework most of your work time with occasional in-person meetings and activities. Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.