Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen 

　　The Washington State Department of Ecology has an incredible opportunity for an experienced strategic thinker, inclusive collaborator and community leader who is committed to protecting and preserving Washington's natural environment. Ecology's Southwest Region encompasses a diverse physical and community landscape. The region includes pristine coastline, abundant salmon producing streams and rivers, deep water marine ports, vibrant urban centers, many rural communities, and thousands of acres of forests and farmlands.   As the Southwest Region Office Director, you will represent the Director of Ecology{rel="noopener" target="_blank"} with federal, Washington and Oregon State, thirteen Tribal Nations, local and elected officials; residents, environmental and industry groups; and the regulated community. The Southwest Region serves Clallam, Clark, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Mason, Lewis, Pacific, Pierce, Skamania, Thurston, and Wahkiakum counties.

　　You will play a significant role within the agency's executive leadership team and play a critical coordination role in agency high-profile work like the protection of oyster and shellfish growing areas, clean energy project proposals, and climate resilience from flooding and sea level rise. In this role, you will interact with most of Ecology's environmental portfolio such as hazardous waste management, oil spill response, shorelands management, toxic cleanups, environmental justice issues, water availability, and water quality.   This is an exciting and challenging position for a proven business and community leader. It's an opportunity to become part of a successful community-based, regional leadership team that engages federal, Washington and Oregon States, local, Tribal, elected official and environmental and business group interests to create innovative partnerships to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment for current and future generations.  This position is located at our Southwest Region Office in Lacey, Washington{rel="nofollow"}. Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station. 

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

　　Tele-work options for this position: *This position will be eligible for up to a 40% 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 change. 

　　Application Timeline: This position will remain open until filled; we will review applications on February 2, 2024. In order to be considered, please apply on or before February 1, 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. 

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