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Department of Ecology Chemical of Emerging Concern Coordinator (Environmental Planner 2) in Lacey, Washington
The salary listed above includes the 3% pay increase that goes into effect on July 1, 2024.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Water Quality Program *within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a *Chemical of Emerging Concern Coordinator (Environmental Planner 2) position. This position is located* in our *Headquarters Office in* *Lacey, WA.{rel="nofollow"} Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Pharmaceuticals, excess nutrients, and other Chemicals of Emerging Concern (CECs) discharged into the environment through wastewater may threaten the health of humans and aquatic species. These chemicals are present in domestic wastewater, industrial wastewater, and stormwater runoff. In this role, you will collaborate with other Water Quality Program experts across the state to develop plans to address CECs in wastewater and stormwater. Your responsibilities will include engaging with internal and external workgroups and senior Ecology staff to gather data, complete literature reviews, conduct research, develop strategies, and garner support from interested parties to help better understand CECs and their impacts.
*Agency Mission: *Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
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*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.
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Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled; we will review applications on *June 14, 2024. *To be considered, please submit an application on or before *June 13, 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.
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 was not made. Ecology employees may be eligible for the following:
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