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Salary- $46,644.00 – $61,224.00 Annually

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

The Air Quality Program (AQP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Greenhouse Gas Reduction Specialist (Environmental Specialist 3)(In-Training) position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA.

Do you want to help Washington State tackle climate change by reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions? Interested in getting out of the office to help people do their [ML(1] part to reduce GHG emissions? Do you enjoy helping businesses in Washington stay compliant with certain Washington State laws so they can continue being sustainable? Do you like mixing the technical aspects of science, working with complex machinery like large refrigeration equipment, and becoming well versed in the implementation of Washington’s climate regulations? Are you a detail-oriented person who wants to explain complex a process to the public in a way that increases their knowledge? Do you want to be part of a growing team that enjoys team collaboration? If this sounds challenging, yet fun and rewarding, we want to give you a chance to grow with us as a GHG reduction specialist!

You will:

  • Provide technical compliance assistance to the regulated community;
  • Work with teammates to promote awareness of Washington’s fluorinated gas regulations and encourage low-global warming potential alternatives; and,
  • Help develop, test, and then use Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to perform compliance inspections at facilities covered under Washington’s HFC laws.

Not yet an expert in all of these areas? No problem! We’re seeking smart, eager candidates interested in growing with the team to become an expert in refrigerant technologies while learning compliance skills that can be used broadly throughout the agency.

The mission of the Air Quality Program (AQP) is to protect and improve air quality in Washington. The Air Quality Program’s vision is clean, healthy air and climate for all of Washington. We have many goals to achieve this mission and vision.

Protecting Washington State’s environment for current and future generations is what we do every day at Ecology. We are a culture that is invested in making a difference. Join a team that is highly effective and collaborative, with leadership that embraces the value of people.
Ecology cares deeply about employee wellness; we go beyond traditional benefits, proudly offering:

  • A healthy life/work balance by offering flexible schedules and telework options for most positions.
  • An Infants at Work Program that is based on the long-term health values of infant-parent bonding and breastfeeding newborns.
  • Continuous growth and development opportunities.
  • A wellness program that offers education, fitness classes, and an agency-wide fondness for outdoor meetings.
  • Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology’s work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.

  • Diversity: We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.
  • Equity: We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.
  • Inclusion: We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.
  • Respect: We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.

We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.

During Healthy Washington Roadmap to Recovery, employees are working a combination of in-office and/or telework based on position and business need. Ecology is following current state guidance regarding mask requirements, health screening questions before entry, and social distancing.

Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, with an initial screening date of March 3, 2022. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before March 2, 2022. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.

Duties

What makes this role unique?

In this role you will work with a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds to help them stay compliant with Washington regulations. The work is complex and challenging and rewarding as it requires identifying implementable solutions.

What you will do: 

  • Act as an agency technical compliance and enforcement specialist on hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) and refrigerant technologies, including site visits.
  • Apply state regulations, promote best available science and technologies, and provide technical assistance to the regulated community on HFC restrictions and allowable alternatives.
  • Help Ecology teammates to develop best management practices and standard operating procedures for conducting site visits for the Refrigerant Management Program.
  • Expand your knowledge in alternative refrigerant technologies and developments in new low-GWP refrigerants.
  • Help outreach staff to educate the regulated community on restrictions as they become effective, RMP compliance requirements, and how to use Ecology’s HFC reporting system.
  • Network with other compliance specialists in other programs, with other states, and trade group representatives.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, educational and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.

The goal class for this position is an Environmental Specialist 3  (ES3). We will consider applicants who meet the requirements for the Environmental Specialist  1, 2 & 3 levels. If the finalist meets the requirements for the ES1 or ES2 level, then they will be placed into a training program to become an ES3 within a specified period of time.

Environmental Specialist 1 (Salary Range 38:  $2,999-$3,887 Monthly)

A total of Four (4) years of experience and/or education as described below:

Professional level Experience in: Environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. Experience may include: Work related to air quality, chemistry, and environmental monitoring (e.g. field sampling).

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:

Possible Combinations. | College credit hours or degree. | Years of professional level experience.

Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 4 years of experience

Combination 2 | I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 3 years of experience

Combination 3 | I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 2 years of experience

Combination 4 | I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 1 years of experience

Combination 5 | A Bachelor’s Degree | 0 years of experience

Environmental Specialist 2 (Salary Range 45:  $3,535-$4,627 Monthly)

A total of Five (5) years of experience and/or education as described below:

Professional level Experience in: Environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. Experience may include: Work related to air quality, chemistry, and environmental monitoring (e.g. field sampling).

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:

Possible Combinations. | College credit hours or degree. | Years of professional level experience.

Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 5 years of experience

Combination 2 | I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 4 years of experience

Combination 3 | I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 3 years of experience

Combination 4 | I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 2 years of experience

Combination 5 | A Bachelor’s Degree | 1 years of experience

Combination 6 | A Master’s Degree | 0 years of experience

Environmental Specialist 3 (Goal Class) (Salary Range 49:  $3887-$5102 Monthly)

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. Experience may include: Work related to air quality, chemistry, and environmental monitoring (e.g. field sampling).

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:

Possible Combinations. | College credit hours or degree. | Years of professional level experience.

Combination 1 | No college credit hours or degree | 6 years of experience

Combination 2 | I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits. | 5 years of experience

Combination 3 | I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). | 4 years of experience

Combination 4 | I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. | 3 years of experience

Combination 5 | A Bachelor’s Degree | 2 years of experience

Combination 6 | A Master’s Degree | 1 years of experience

Combination 7 | A Ph.D. | 0 years of experience

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment: 

  • Must have a valid Driver’s license.

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

  • Demonstrated knowledge of air quality and climate change science
  • Previous experience or demonstrated knowledge of greenhouse gas (especially HFC) state / federal reduction programs
  • Ability to explain basic chemistry and regulatory processes to a variety of audiences and education levels
  • Strong verbal and written communication, negotiation and conflict avoidance, and analytical skills

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

Supplemental Information

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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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 (such as 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.