State Waters Rulemaking Lead (Environmental Planner 3)

About the role

The Shorelands & Environmental Assistance (SEA) program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a State Waters Rulemaking Lead (Environmental Planner 3) position. This position can be located in any one of the following offices:

Please Note: If the final location of this position is determined to be in our Northwest Region Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA., there will be an additional 5% pay increase due to its location in King County. In this instance the salary range will be $5776 - $7770 per month.

Responsibilities

You will help design a permitting program to protect waters and streams and write a rule to outline the permit process and sideboards. You’ll learn about the rulemaking process and have an opportunity to work with a range of interested parties as we develop the rule. You’ll enhance your public speaking skills through presentations to management, interested parties, and the public.

Agency Mission

The mission of the Department of Ecology is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington’s land air and water for current and future generations. Program Mission: The mission of the Shorelands and Environmental Assistance (SEA) program is to work in partnership with communities to support healthy watersheds and promote statewide environmental interests.

Qualifications

This is a project position that is funded until June 30, 2026. The Funding for this position has a high probability of being renewed for the next bi-annual budget.

Benefits

Telework options for this position: At the present time, this position is eligible to telework up to 90% of the time. 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 is subject to change.

Pay

$66,012.00 - $88,800.00 Annually