• Review the quality of cleanup site data submissions to the Environmental Information Management (EIM) database so that it is useful for making management decisions. 
• Provide technical assistance so that the data are loaded correctly into the database. If data are not loaded correctly, this position directly advises, recommends and assists with a course of action to fix or resolve the loading issues.
• Seek and promote opportunities for improvements to the EIM database and how we serve our clients, so that EIM can best serve the needs of all its users.
• Conduct field monitoring and instrument installation in support of either the investigation or control of aquatic invasive species and watershed health surveys or stream hydrological observations.

Required Qualifications:

A total of Six (6) years of experience and/or education as described below:

• Professional level Experience in: environmental analysis or control or environmental planning.

• Education: involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or other allied field.

See chart below for a list of ways to qualify for this position:  

OR 

One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 2, at the Department of Ecology.

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment: 

• Must have a valid license to operate a vehicle in Washington.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Washington Boaters Safety card after hire. 

Desired Qualifications:
We highly encourage you to apply even if you do not have some (or all) of the desired experience below.

• Experience working with a large environmental database, including loading data and following quality assurance protocols. 
• Experience with field collection of environmental samples and measurements.
• Aquatic invasive plant identification skills and knowledge. 
• Knowledge of discrete water quality sampling, measuring stream flow and continuous water quality and stream gauging station equipment.  

Note: Having some (or all) of this desired experience may make your application more competitive in a highly competitive applicant pool.

Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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• Please call: (360) 407-6186 or email: careers@ecy.wa.gov and we will be happy to assist.
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Application Instructions:

It’s in the applicant’s best interest to submit all of the documents listed below. Applications without these documents may be declined.

• A cover letter describing why you are interested in this position.
• A resume outlining your experience and education (if applicable) as it relates to the minimum qualifications of this position.
• Three professional references.

Please do NOT include your salary history. Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion, if applicable.  
 
For Your Privacy:
When attaching documents to your application (Resume, Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD-214, etc.):

• Please be sure to remove private information such as your social security number, date of birth, etc. 
• Do not attach documents that are password protected, as these documents may not be reviewed and may cause errors within your application when downloaded. 

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