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About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
 
The Opportunity
WSDOT has an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who is passionate about the environment to join the Southwest Region Environmental Services team. WSDOT is seeking to fill an Environmental Documentation and Compliance Specialist position in Vancouver, WA. The Environmental Documentation and Compliance Specialist will directly support the transportation needs of Washington State and be a part of the exciting work WSDOT is doing to meet environmental stewardship goals. The successful candidate in this role supports projects to meet regulatory requirements and ensure highway construction projects are built in compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and agreements, WSDOT policies and procedures, and the contract documents.
 
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will:

• Safely conduct construction site inspections to ensure compliance with environmental permits and commitments throughout all seasons of the year and provide inspection documentation to WSDOT staff and Contractors. Provide independent evaluation of construction project compliance with environmental regulations, permits and the Contract.
• Review project design plans and contracts for consistency with environmental permit conditions and environmental commitments. Perform 30-60-90% plans reviews. 
• Assist construction offices with regulatory and environmental compliance problem-solving and provide environmental technical assistance, including evaluating the need for and, if necessary, obtaining permit modifications as requested by the construction office. 
• Review and prepare Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control plans (TESC), Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure plans (SPCC), Water Quality Sampling plans, and Water Quality Monitoring and Protection Plans to ensure compliance with environmental requirements.
• Oversee and develop Asbestos Good Faith Inspections (GFI) and GFI reports to be included in each construction contract.
• Independently complete NEPA/SEPA review and environmental permitting to ensure consistency and compliance with environmental laws, regulations, and agency policies and procedures. 
• Independently prepare environmental documentation including, but not limited to, Environmental Review Summaries (ERS), Environmental Classification Summaries (ECS), SEPA checklists, and permit applications.
• Perform fieldwork in support of project document development, construction, and post-construction.
• Coordinate with federal, state, tribal and local agencies, as well as other external stakeholders following WSDOT communication protocols.
• Coordinate with WSDOT subject matter experts and consultant teams throughout scoping, design, and construction, as required.

Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• A Bachelor's degree involving major study in environmental or urban, regional or land use planning, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Wildlife Conservation, Environmental Science, Environmental Resource Management, Fisheries, or closely related environmental field. 
• At least three (3) years of professional experience analyzing environmental laws and/or regulations such as developing environmental documentation, completing environmental permitting, or one (1) year as a Transportation Planning Specialist 2. (A Master's degree in one of the above fields will substitute for one year of the required experience).
• Experience communicating effectively using oral and written communications.
• Knowledge and experience in the NEPA/SEPA review process.
• Experience working independently applying sound analysis to make decisions, set own priorities and meet required deadlines.
• Experience working in a team environment with a diverse group while maintaining a positive working relationship with customers and stakeholders.
• Proficient use of computers and computer software (including, but not limited to Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, FileMaker Pro, Adobe, web etc.).
• A valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel within limits of Southwest Region for project site visits, meetings, or occasional training. 
• Ability to traverse rough or steep terrain while out in the field.
• Ability to relocate tools and equipment weighing up to 30 pounds. 

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Experience preparing permit applications such as Joint Aquatic Resource Permit Applications (JARPA), Hydraulic Project Approvals (HPA), Shoreline Permit applications, Corps CWA Section 404 and Section 10 applications, Land Use Permit Applications, SEPA DNS and Checklists, etc.
• Environmental compliance inspection experience.
• Experience negotiating environmental permit conditions with Local, State, and Federal Agencies
• ArcGIS experience.
• Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead (CESCL) certification.
• Experience effectively facilitating and managing meetings including presenting materials and information to diverse stakeholder groups.
• Project management experience.
• AHERA Certified Asbestos Inspector or ability to become certified within 1 year of hire.

 
Important Notes 

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 of the Washington Administrative Code.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• While out in the field, duties may require negotiating rough or steep terrain, which may include downed logs, dense brush, shallow streams, tidal channels and steep slopes.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

 
Why WSDOT 

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. 
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees mayearn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information. 

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT? 
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible.
In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications, and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment. 

 
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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter. 

WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov.

Contact us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Daisha Jordan, at Daisha.Jordand@wsdot.wa.gov . Please be sure to reference 24DOT-SWR-40097 in the subject line.