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Washington State Department of Ecology · 1 day ago

Columbia Basin Compliance Unit Supervisor (WMS1)

Spokane, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

The Washington State Department of Ecology is hiring a Columbia Basin Compliance Unit Supervisor within the Hazardous Waste and Toxics Reduction Program. This role involves leading a newly consolidated unit, overseeing compliance inspections, and providing strategic direction to ensure environmental protection in the region.

Environmental EngineeringNatural ResourcesWaste ManagementWater

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

You will direct the newly established Columbia Basin Compliance Unit, ensuring all activities align with the HWTR Strategic Plan, the Performance Partnership Agreement with the EPA, and statewide program goals

You will prioritize and oversee the daily work of seven staff members, providing them with the resources and guidance needed to conduct inspections, investigate complaints, and deliver technical assistance

With support from your team lead, you are responsible for planning and tracking the unit’s inspections of hazardous waste generators, transporters, and receiving facilities across both the ERO and CRO regions

You will guide your team through the complexities of preparing, issuing, and tracking formal enforcement actions, including administrative orders, penalties, and expedited enforcement offers

You will serve as the primary point of contact for the Attorney General’s Office regarding compliance and enforcement cases, ensuring legal coordination is seamless across the regions

You will represent your unit within the Compliance Network, collaborating on statewide policies and procedures while influencing the recommendations brought to Program Management

You will manage the investigation of public hazardous waste complaints received through the Environmental Report Tracking System (ERTS) and assign necessary follow-up actions

You will explore innovative ways to share workloads through local and state agency government partnerships to ensure efficient use of state resources

Qualification

Environmental protectionHazardous waste regulationSupervisory experienceRCRA implementationTechnical writingCollaborationMentoringEmotional intelligenceConflict resolution

Required

A combined total of 8 years of experience and/or education

Professional experience in environmental protection, hazardous waste/toxic substances regulation, or compliance/enforcement work, including at least one year in a lead or supervisory role

Leading or coordinating regulatory inspections or investigations

Interpreting and applying state or federal environmental regulations

Collaborating across teams or agencies to address compliance or policy issues

Education involving a major study in environmental science, environmental planning, business or public administration, urban planning, or closely aligned degree programs

8 years of experience

7 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits

6 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate's degree)

5 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits

4 years of experience AND a Bachelor's degree

2 years of experience AND a Master's degree or above

Preferred

Two or more years of supervisory or formal team leadership experience, particularly in a regulatory or environmental context

Demonstrated ability to manage performance, prioritize team's workload, resolve conflicts, and support and mentor technical staff

Demonstrated emotional intelligence (self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, relationship building, and motivation) across varied leadership, learning, and communication styles

Experience implementing the Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) and/or the Washington State Dangerous Waste Regulations (WAC 173-303)

Demonstrated technical writing skills, including reviewing and editing other's writing for plain language

Experience coaching individuals and teams

Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate team members, especially to advocate for direction or policy with which they may not fully agree

Demonstrated ability to adjust to changing priorities and unexpected situations in a dynamic work environment