Southwest Region Section Manager (Wms Band 2)

Salary : $98,416.00 - $122,844.00 Annually
Location : Thurston County - Lacey, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2023-TCP1172-14602
Department: Dept. of Ecology
Division: Toxics Cleanup
Opening Date: 11/16/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Toxics Cleanup Program (TCP) within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Southwest Region Section Manager (WMS Band 2) position. This position is located in our Headquarters (HQ) in Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Are you a dynamic, solutions-oriented leader with a passion for science and the environment, and the business acumen to help manage a robust environmental cleanup program? If you are seeking an exciting management position with a collaborative leadership team, we welcome you to apply!
As the Southwest Region Section Manager, you'll use your knowledge of advanced principles of human resources, environmental and engineering management, principles of business economics and planning, strategic planning, and detailed knowledge of multiple state and federal laws and regulations regarding all aspects of environmental remediation.
The mission of the Toxics Cleanup Program (TCP) is to protect Washington's human health and the environment by preventing and cleaning up pollution and supporting sustainable communities and natural resources for the benefit of future and current generations.
Tele-work options for this position:This position will be eligible to tele-work up to three days per week.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 are subject to change.
Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled, we will review applications on November 30, 2023. In order to be considered, please submit an application on or before November 29, 2023. If your application isn't received by this date, it may not be considered. The agency reserves the right to make a Hire any time after the initial screening date.
Please Note: We will review all applications received before the date above. Additional reviews after this date typically only occur if we have a small applicant pool, or if a successful Hire is not made.
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About the Department of Ecology
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. To learn more, check out our Strategic Plan.
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.
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.

Our commitment to DEIRDiversity, 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.
Duties
What you will do as the Southwest Region Section Manager:
The Toxics Cleanup Program manages thousands of cleanup sites across Washington State. Your role as the Southwest Region Section Manager directly implements the State's Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA), state and federal underground storage tank regulations, enforcement actions, and natural resource decisions impacting local, state, and federal agencies.

• Plan, lead, organize, and control the work performed by the section. Make critical decisions regarding highly technical cleanup actions, enforcement decisions, and workload decisions relating to 41 staff.
• Develop detailed program plans and workload analysis for the section, defining goals and objectives, and coordinating program development activities with other regions, regional programs, and headquarters.
• Mentor, supervise, and evaluate performance of three unit supervisors and seven other direct reports.
• Support teamwork and cooperation through open and honest communication. Enhance the effectiveness of employees through timely appraisal and professional development opportunities. Recognize the contributions of others.
• Work collaboratively as a member of the TCP Program Management Team to develop program plans, strategic initiatives, policies, procedures, and address program-wide technical policy and professional issues, including information management. Recommend and approve initiatives pertaining to personnel, budget, and environmental management.
• Implement cleanup laws, regulations, policies, and guidance regarding cleanup action at contaminated sites.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies, including the Environmental Protection Agency, elected officials, tribal governments, and stakeholder representatives to ensure progress on significant, complicated projects.
• Represent the agency on complex negotiations, including the development of inter-agency Memoranda of Agreement, and resolution of site-specific or issue-specific disputes.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Years of required experience indicated below are full-time equivalent years. Full-time equivalent experience means that any experience where working hours were less than 40 hours per week will be prorated in order to meet the equivalency of full-time. We would calculate this by looking at the total hours worked per week, divide this by 40, and then multiply by the total number of months worked. Examples of the proration calculations are:

• 30 hours worked per week for 20 months: (30/40) x 20 months = 15 months full-time equivalent
• 20 hours worked per week for 12 months: (20/40) x 12 months = 6 months full-time equivalent

Experience for both required and desired qualifications can be gained through various combinations of formal professional employment, education, and volunteer experience. See below for how you may qualify.
A total of eleven years of experience and/or education as described below:

• Professional experience in: the field of contaminated site cleanup, solid or hazardous waste management, air quality management, water quality management, or underground storage tank regulation, or related field, to include two years of management experience in a hierarchical or matrix management structure.
• Education involving: major study of a physical, biological or environmental science, or environmental management or planning.

All experience and education combinations that meet the requirements for this position:
Possible CombinationsCollege credit hours or degree - as listed aboveYears of professional level experience - as listed aboveCombination 1No college credit hours or degree11 years of experienceCombination 230-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits10 years of experienceCombination 360-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree)9 years of experienceCombination 490-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits8 years of experienceCombination 5A Bachelor's Degree7 years of experienceCombination 6A Master's Degree5 years of experienceCombination 7A Ph.D.4 years of experience
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Completion of a forty-hour safety (HAZWOPR) training within six months of hiring date.

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

• Familiarity with contaminated site cleanup process.
• Demonstrated negotiation and project management skills.
• Experience working with stakeholders around contaminated sites (including local, state, tribal and federal interests).
• Experience with advanced personnel management techniques, such as performance management and working in a represented workforce environment.

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.
• A list of three professional references.

Note: References will only be contacted during the final steps of the recruitment process for candidates selected as finalists. References will not be contacted without the candidate's formal authorization.
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.

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 Barry Rogowski at: Please do not contact Barry to inquire about the status of your application.
To request the full position description: email
Why work for Ecology?
As an agency, our mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
Joining Ecology means becoming a part of a team committed to protecting and restoring Washington State's environment. A career in public service allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance.
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