Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

　　The*  Shorelands & Environmental Assistance{rel="nofollow"} *(SEA) program  within the Department of Ecology is looking to fill a Riparian Systems Grant Planner (Environmental Planner 4) position.

　　This position is located* in our *Headquarters Office in* *Lacey, WA.{rel="nofollow"}

　　This position is located in our Northwest Region Office (NWRO) *in *Shoreline, WA{rel="nofollow"}.

　　Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.

　　Please Note: If the final location of this position is determined to be in our Northwest Region Office (NWRO) in Shoreline, WA{target="_blank" rel="noopener"}. there will be an additional 5% pay increase due to its location in King County. In this instance the salary range will be $6195 - $8329 per month. 

　　Would you like to help play a role in salmon recovery in the Puget Sound?

　　This position will be on the forefront of implementing a $30 million EPA grant for innovation in riparian restoration in the Puget Sound basin. As such, you'll be part of a team helping to determine where investments are made and what activities are funded. You will lead a grant solicitation process with the help of an advisory team. 

　　As part of the Wetlands Section and Shorelands Program, you'll learn from experts in wetlands, rivers and riparian areas, Puget Sound recovery, and flood management and restoration, as you implement the riparian grant program. You'll have the opportunity to build relationships across the Puget Sound restoration community and with leaders in salmon recovery.  A collaborative group of professionals comprise the wetlands section. The group emphasizes sharing information and learning. In the wetland section we have our lead wetland scientist, policy lead, local government liaison, mitigation compliance team and wetland mitigation banking team. Our wetland section is growing with new staff having joined the ranks recently. Come join our team!

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

　　* *Program Mission: *The mission of the *Shorelands and Environmental Assistance Program is to create community conservation partnerships to protect and restore our shorelands, wetlands, and floodplains.

　　Please Note: This is a project position that is funded until September 30, 2026. The Funding for this position has a high probability of being extended for an additional four years pending funding. 

　　Tele-work options for this position: *This position will be eligible for up to a 90% tele-work 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 ch