The Water Quality Program within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Communications Specialist (Communications Consultant 3) position. This position is located in our Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

Play an important role in advancing high-priority water quality projects in this new position! In this role, you will provide communications support to the Budget and Contracts Unit in the Financial Management Section of the Water Quality Program. You will champion Water Quality grant and loan programs by collaborating with technical and financial staff to develop communication strategies and materials. Establishing and sustaining relationships with community partners such as local government, Tribes, non-profits, and industry associations will be essential as you create materials to explain funding opportunities, answer questions, and provide regular updates about the development and implementation of the Water Quality grant and loan programs. Your efforts will guide the grants and loans program though an integrated annual funding cycle, awarding funds for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund, Stormwater Financial Assistance Program, Centennial Clean Water Program, and Clean Water Act Section 319 Nonpoint Source Grant Program.

Agency Mission: Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.

Program Mission: The mission of the Water Quality Program is to ensure that all aquatic life and communities in the watershed experience cool, clean water to refresh and sustain us in a changing climate.

Telework options for this position: This position will be eligible for up to a 90% telework schedule. 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 June 13, 2024. To be considered, please submit an application on or before June 12, 2024. 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. 

Salary: $52,620.00 - $70,800.00 Annually

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Communications Specialist (Communications Consultant 3)