Senior Section Planner, Department of Ecology, Lacey, WA

What You Will Do

• Cook up efforts to ensure that environmental justice and the requirements of the HEAL act (SB 5141) are integrated throughout section projects.
• Facilitate consultation and engagement with external stakeholders early and often throughout the policy development process.
• Lead the development of complex guidance documents regarding major new initiatives or major modifications to policy and program needs, working closely with technical staff and program management.
• Develop outreach strategies and materials.
• Lead involvement for internal and external training efforts related to environmental justice.
• Coach and mentor other planners and project managers regarding best practices for developing and rolling out key rule and policy initiatives.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in environmental science, public policy, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in environmental planning, policy development, or a related field.
• Experience with environmental justice principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to develop and implement complex policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental justice principles and practices.
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and consultation.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and consultation.
• Ability to develop and implement complex policies and procedures.
• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule, including the option to work from home up to 1 day every two weeks.
• Healthcare benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

$86,000 - $100,000 annually, depending on experience.

Schedule

Combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need.