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Duties

What makes this role unique?

We are looking for applicants that possess excellent people and communication skills, are self-motivated, enjoy problem solving, and are open to new ideas. Creativity, positive energy, and the ability to work both independently and as a team also are pluses.

• Applicants will have the opportunity to travel though and see Central Washington. 
• Applicants will have the opportunity to communicate with a multitude of environmental professionals.

What you’ll do:

• Communicates with water rights holders and water rights applicants in writing, over the telephone, and in person to gather necessary information and provide water rights holder’s options based permit recommendations resulting in various outcomes.
• Investigates and writes water rights permit decisions; After an application has been accepted, performs field investigation, prepares the public notice, field maps and aerial photographs, drafting notices to the Water Transfer Working Group, evaluation of projects for SEPA requirements, and gathers additional information from various parties, including Tribes, WDFW, Department of Health, consultants, conservation district and water right holders.
• Reviews water rights permit extension requests relating to above mentioned forms and makes recommendations to management on extensions and/or cancellations of permits.
• Accepts Proof of Appropriation and Construction forms and reviews forms for completeness or requests additional information.
• Writes clear, concise, Reports of Examination (ROE) that exhibit a clear understanding of water law and the details of the application. The ROEs should be written to be logical and easy to read, to allow the reader to quickly and clearly understand the recommendation and decision. 
• Makes recommendations regarding technical water rights data pertinent to applications for new water rights and/or change applications. 
• Assists with routine field inspections and collection of necessary information and field data, and preparation of reports.
• Testifies before the Pollution Control Hearings Board and/or Superior Courts in support of water rights permit decisions. 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 

At the Environmental Specialist 2 – Salary Range – 45 – ($3,535 – $4,627) – (In-Training)

There are multiple ways to qualify for these positions. See options listed below:

Option 1: Five years of professional level experience in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning and/or a combination of experience and education with coursework in the following areas of study: environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning, or related field. See chart below:

Option 2: A Bachelor’s degree involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or related field AND one year of professional level experience in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. 

Option 3: A Master’s degree in one of the above fields. 

Option 4: One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 1, at the Department of Ecology. 

At the Environmental Specialist 3 – Salary Range – 49 – ($3,887 – $5,102) – Goal Classification

There are multiple ways to qualify for these positions. See options listed below:

Option 1: Six years of professional level experience in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning and/or a combination of experience and education with coursework in the following areas of study: environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning, or related field. See chart below:

Option 2: A Bachelor’s degree involving a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or related field AND two years of professional level experience in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. 

Option 3: A Master’s degree with a major study in environmental, physical, or one of the natural sciences, environmental planning or related field AND one year of professional level experience in environmental analysis or control or environmental planning. 

Option 4: A Ph.D. degree in one of the above fields. 

Option 5: One year of experience as an Environmental Specialist 2, at the Department of Ecology. 

Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:

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.

Need an Accommodation in the application and/or screening process or this job announcement in an alternative format?

• 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

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. 

Additional Application Instructions for Current Ecology Employees: 
 
Please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as a classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources.

Application Attestation: 

The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. 

Other Information:

If you have specific questions about the position, please email Scott Turner at: Scott.Turner@ecy.wa.gov. Please do not contact Scott to inquire about the status of your application.
 
To request the full position description: email careers@ecy.wa.gov