Oregon Health Authority
Join the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and help advance our commitment to health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation, and transparency. The Behavioral Health Division supports programs, policies, and services that promote recovery and wellbeing for people experiencing mental illness, substance use disorders, and gambling disorders. Within this work, the Aid and Assist, Community Restoration Evaluation Unit plays a vital role, overseeing operations and developing policies that shape forensic behavioral health services across Oregon.
We are seeking a detail‑oriented, collaborative professional to provide essential administrative and operational support to the Aid and Assist, Community Restoration Evaluation Unit . In this central coordination role, you will ensure the smooth flow of information, documentation, and communication across teams and partners statewide. Your work will strengthen unit operations, maintain compliance, support staff and leadership, and help drive effective program activities that serve adults throughout Oregon’s behavioral health system.
If you are committed to public service, equity, and operational excellence—and thrive in a role where accuracy, organization, and partnership make a real impact—we invite you to join us in this important work.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.
Two years of secretarial or basic administrative support experience that includes records processing, generating documents, and gathering and sorting data;
OR
An associate degree in general office occupations and one year of experience with records processing, generating documents, and gathering and sorting data;
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Attributes: The following are desired attributes that we have identified as key to success for this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have any of these, please let us know in your application.
The ability to work collaboratively in a team setting. Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Skill in performing a variety of functions at a program support level requiring decision making within established rules, policies, or procedures.
The ability to demonstrate initiative and independent judgment on an on-going basis.
Ability to coordinate work activities with competing deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of agency records and the ability to learn agency programs, operations, policies and procedures.
Experience developing new documents, auditing existing materials, and revising content to ensure accuracy and clarity.
Experience collecting, analyzing, and organizing data to develop informed recommendations.
Preference Statement: Preference may be given to candidates who possess the following job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Advanced skills and experience Smartsheet, Adobe, and all Microsoft Office applications.
About the Team & Benefits of Joining
Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Forensic Services Program Support (Administrative Specialist 1) position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a hybrid position, approximately 10% in-person.
How to Apply:
Submit your application at oregonjobs.org by searching for job number REQ-203726 .
Application Deadline: 07/26/2026
Salary Range: $3,798 - $5,193
Join the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and help advance our commitment to health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation, and transparency. The Behavioral Health Division supports programs, policies, and services that promote recovery and wellbeing for people experiencing mental illness, substance use disorders, and gambling disorders. Within this work, the Aid and Assist, Community Restoration Evaluation Unit plays a vital role, overseeing operations and developing policies that shape forensic behavioral health services across Oregon.
We are seeking a detail‑oriented, collaborative professional to provide essential administrative and operational support to the Aid and Assist, Community Restoration Evaluation Unit . In this central coordination role, you will ensure the smooth flow of information, documentation, and communication across teams and partners statewide. Your work will strengthen unit operations, maintain compliance, support staff and leadership, and help drive effective program activities that serve adults throughout Oregon’s behavioral health system.
If you are committed to public service, equity, and operational excellence—and thrive in a role where accuracy, organization, and partnership make a real impact—we invite you to join us in this important work.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.
Two years of secretarial or basic administrative support experience that includes records processing, generating documents, and gathering and sorting data;
OR
An associate degree in general office occupations and one year of experience with records processing, generating documents, and gathering and sorting data;
OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Attributes: The following are desired attributes that we have identified as key to success for this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have any of these, please let us know in your application.
The ability to work collaboratively in a team setting. Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Skill in performing a variety of functions at a program support level requiring decision making within established rules, policies, or procedures.
The ability to demonstrate initiative and independent judgment on an on-going basis.
Ability to coordinate work activities with competing deadlines.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of agency records and the ability to learn agency programs, operations, policies and procedures.
Experience developing new documents, auditing existing materials, and revising content to ensure accuracy and clarity.
Experience collecting, analyzing, and organizing data to develop informed recommendations.
Preference Statement: Preference may be given to candidates who possess the following job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Advanced skills and experience Smartsheet, Adobe, and all Microsoft Office applications.
About the Team & Benefits of Joining
Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Forensic Services Program Support (Administrative Specialist 1) position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a hybrid position, approximately 10% in-person.
How to Apply:
Submit your application at oregonjobs.org by searching for job number REQ-203726 .
Application Deadline: 07/26/2026
Salary Range: $3,798 - $5,193
Oregon Health Authority
This position is part of the Director’s Office, providing strategic leadership, coordination, and decision-making support across the Behavioral Health Division, ensuring that priorities, policies, and operations are aligned and communicated clearly, while overseeing major statewide programs serving children, youth, families, forensic populations, people with complex needs, older adults, veterans, and individuals needing outpatient, residential, housing, and crisis services.
As a Mink Bowman Senior Project Manager, you will join a new four‑person team coordinating activities tied to the federal Mink Bowman lawsuit. Your work will help improve timely admissions and discharges at the Oregon State Hospital and strengthen access to community‑based services after hospitalization, aligning with key BHD strategies statewide.
In this role, you will lead project management efforts, coordinate across teams and agencies, manage workplans, ensure timely completion of tasks, and keep leadership informed. Your efforts will support critical initiatives, enhance communication, and help improve continuity of care across Oregon’s behavioral health system.
Minimum Qualifications:
Seven years of professional level experience related to the class concept;
OR
Six years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND an Oregon Project Management Associate Certification;
OR
Four years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field;
OR
Two years of professional level experience AND Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.
Desired Attributes:
Demonstrated ability to determine the impact of all work on health equity, ensuring decisions support fair distribution of resources and address historical and contemporary injustices.
Experience applying established principles, standards, and methods of project management to guide planning and implementation.
Experience using financial analysis and reporting techniques, operational research methods, and business and management principles related to strategic planning and resource coordination.
Experience applying theories and practices of organizational behavior, administrative systems, and organizational analysis, including advanced statistical methods.
Demonstrated ability to use knowledge of computer systems analysis, including software and hardware capabilities typical of complex organizations.
Demonstrated ability to implement effective organizational communication methods and apply qualitative and quantitative techniques to assess program efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity.
Experience with the executive and legislative decision‑making processes and apply organizational systems principles to government operations.
About the Team & Benefits of Joining
Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.
This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Mink Bowman Senior Project Manager (Project Manager 3) position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a hybrid (5% in-person) position.
How to Apply:
Submit your application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-203720 .
Application Deadline: 07/26/2026
Salary Range: $7,537 - $11,098
This position is part of the Director’s Office, providing strategic leadership, coordination, and decision-making support across the Behavioral Health Division, ensuring that priorities, policies, and operations are aligned and communicated clearly, while overseeing major statewide programs serving children, youth, families, forensic populations, people with complex needs, older adults, veterans, and individuals needing outpatient, residential, housing, and crisis services.
As a Mink Bowman Senior Project Manager, you will join a new four‑person team coordinating activities tied to the federal Mink Bowman lawsuit. Your work will help improve timely admissions and discharges at the Oregon State Hospital and strengthen access to community‑based services after hospitalization, aligning with key BHD strategies statewide.
In this role, you will lead project management efforts, coordinate across teams and agencies, manage workplans, ensure timely completion of tasks, and keep leadership informed. Your efforts will support critical initiatives, enhance communication, and help improve continuity of care across Oregon’s behavioral health system.
Minimum Qualifications:
Seven years of professional level experience related to the class concept;
OR
Six years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND an Oregon Project Management Associate Certification;
OR
Four years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field;
OR
Two years of professional level experience AND Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.
Desired Attributes:
Demonstrated ability to determine the impact of all work on health equity, ensuring decisions support fair distribution of resources and address historical and contemporary injustices.
Experience applying established principles, standards, and methods of project management to guide planning and implementation.
Experience using financial analysis and reporting techniques, operational research methods, and business and management principles related to strategic planning and resource coordination.
Experience applying theories and practices of organizational behavior, administrative systems, and organizational analysis, including advanced statistical methods.
Demonstrated ability to use knowledge of computer systems analysis, including software and hardware capabilities typical of complex organizations.
Demonstrated ability to implement effective organizational communication methods and apply qualitative and quantitative techniques to assess program efficiency, effectiveness, and productivity.
Experience with the executive and legislative decision‑making processes and apply organizational systems principles to government operations.
About the Team & Benefits of Joining
Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.
This announcement is for one, full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Mink Bowman Senior Project Manager (Project Manager 3) position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a hybrid (5% in-person) position.
How to Apply:
Submit your application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-203720 .
Application Deadline: 07/26/2026
Salary Range: $7,537 - $11,098
Oregon Health Authority
The Medicaid Division is responsible for the design, development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and improvement of publicly funded Medicaid programs and related health programs, including the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), Healthier Oregon, the OHP-Bridge Program, and initiatives under 1115 demonstration waivers, state plan authorities, and 1915 home and community-based services waivers.
The Provider Billing and Compliance Team is responsible for resolving billing complaints submitted by Oregon Health Plan members by researching complex eligibility, provider enrollment, and claims issues; applying Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs), Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs), and agency policy; resolving discrepancies; guiding providers; and rendering formal compliance determinations. In this position, you will protect program integrity by ensuring billing practices are accurate, compliant, and consistently applied through individual case review and technical support.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to three years technical-level experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.
Desired Attributes:
Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), Medicaid administration in Oregon, provider enrollment, healthcare claims processing, Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs), and related health and social service systems.
Knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes, including experience analyzing, interpreting, and applying federal and state Medicaid laws, regulations, policies, and program requirements; specific knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) and Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) is valued.
Preference may be given to candidates with knowledge of Medicaid Fee for Service billing and Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs) and extensive experience working within complex healthcare systems, including researching and resolving multifaceted claims, billing, eligibility, enrollment, or compliance issues. Ideal candidates will also have experience providing technical assistance and collaborating with healthcare providers, managed care entities, and partner agencies to explain complex policies, procedures, and billing requirements while supporting consistent, accurate, and equitable program administration.
Experience analyzing and synthesizing quantitative and qualitative information to identify trends, resolve complex issues, support operational decision-making, and improve program performance and compliance, including experience working with complex information systems and data.
Experience fostering constructive and collaborative working relationships across teams and organizations while coordinating work, facilitating communication, and supporting continuous quality, process, or operational improvements.
Strong oral and written communication skills across a variety of forums, including experience preparing reports, technical correspondence, presentations, and communicating complex qualitative and quantitative information in ways that are accessible, inclusive, culturally responsive, and appropriate for diverse audiences.
Experience managing multiple priorities and complex workloads while maintaining accuracy, exercising sound judgment, and meeting established timelines in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
Preference may be given to candidates who possess the following job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities: ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish, or for one of these common languages in Oregon other than English (Chinese, Russian, Vietnamese) with full proficiency.
About the Team & Benefits of Joining
Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.
This announcement is for 4, full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Provider Billing & Compliance Analyst (Program Analyst 1) positions based in Salem, Oregon.
These are hybrid (5% in-office) positions.
How to Apply:
Submit your application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-203714 .
Application Deadline: 07/26/2026
Salary Range: $4,519 - $6,904
The Medicaid Division is responsible for the design, development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and improvement of publicly funded Medicaid programs and related health programs, including the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), Healthier Oregon, the OHP-Bridge Program, and initiatives under 1115 demonstration waivers, state plan authorities, and 1915 home and community-based services waivers.
The Provider Billing and Compliance Team is responsible for resolving billing complaints submitted by Oregon Health Plan members by researching complex eligibility, provider enrollment, and claims issues; applying Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs), Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs), and agency policy; resolving discrepancies; guiding providers; and rendering formal compliance determinations. In this position, you will protect program integrity by ensuring billing practices are accurate, compliant, and consistently applied through individual case review and technical support.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of experience or education equivalent to three years technical-level experience that typically supports the knowledge and skill requirements listed for the classification.
Desired Attributes:
Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the Oregon Health Plan (OHP), Medicaid administration in Oregon, provider enrollment, healthcare claims processing, Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs), and related health and social service systems.
Knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes, including experience analyzing, interpreting, and applying federal and state Medicaid laws, regulations, policies, and program requirements; specific knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) and Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) is valued.
Preference may be given to candidates with knowledge of Medicaid Fee for Service billing and Coordinated Care Organizations (CCOs) and extensive experience working within complex healthcare systems, including researching and resolving multifaceted claims, billing, eligibility, enrollment, or compliance issues. Ideal candidates will also have experience providing technical assistance and collaborating with healthcare providers, managed care entities, and partner agencies to explain complex policies, procedures, and billing requirements while supporting consistent, accurate, and equitable program administration.
Experience analyzing and synthesizing quantitative and qualitative information to identify trends, resolve complex issues, support operational decision-making, and improve program performance and compliance, including experience working with complex information systems and data.
Experience fostering constructive and collaborative working relationships across teams and organizations while coordinating work, facilitating communication, and supporting continuous quality, process, or operational improvements.
Strong oral and written communication skills across a variety of forums, including experience preparing reports, technical correspondence, presentations, and communicating complex qualitative and quantitative information in ways that are accessible, inclusive, culturally responsive, and appropriate for diverse audiences.
Experience managing multiple priorities and complex workloads while maintaining accuracy, exercising sound judgment, and meeting established timelines in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.
Preference may be given to candidates who possess the following job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities: ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish, or for one of these common languages in Oregon other than English (Chinese, Russian, Vietnamese) with full proficiency.
About the Team & Benefits of Joining
Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family.
Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare.
Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month.
Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Retirement security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon.
This announcement is for 4, full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Provider Billing & Compliance Analyst (Program Analyst 1) positions based in Salem, Oregon.
These are hybrid (5% in-office) positions.
How to Apply:
Submit your application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-203714 .
Application Deadline: 07/26/2026
Salary Range: $4,519 - $6,904
Washington State Department of Ecology
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring tw o Spill Responder (Environmental Specialist 3) (In Training) positions within the Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response program .
Location:
Southwest Region Office (SWRO) in Lacey, WA .
Must live within a 60-minute commuting distance of the SWRO.
These positions are eligible for a 10% Spill Response Assignment Pay once all training requirements and certifications are met and maintained. These positions also have periods of mandatory overtime. Additionally, they are required to participate in an after-hour on-call duty rotation.
Schedule:
These positions are eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
These positions require field work and emergency response, while there is some office work and you may telework most of your office work time with occasional in-person meetings and activities.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by August 2, 2026.
Applications submitted after the date above may not be reviewed unless additional qualified applicants are needed.
Duties
In these roles, you will work with a multi-disciplinary team and use science to solve complex environmental challenges. Working with other federal, state, local and tribal response partners, you will serve as Ecology’s State On-Scene Coordinator leading the response and cleanup of complex environmental spills. Your efforts will result in immediate improvements to the safety of Washington residents and our environment.
What you will do:
Conduct responses to spills of oil and hazardous substances, abandoned waste, fish kills and other environmental and human health emergencies.
Serve as initial incident commander and State On-Scene Coordinator for spills of petroleum products and hazardous materials on water and land.
Conduct operations to control, contain and cleanup spills, investigate the cause of spills and response actions taken by parties responsible for spills, directs environmental response contractors, and coordinates responses with appropriate private, local, state and federal representatives involved.
Perform hands-on clean-up work, including opening containers of unknowns, taking samples, overpacking and transporting abandoned chemical wastes for final disposal.
Offer technical assistance and limited regulatory interpretation to parties involved in spill incidents and drug lab cleanups.
Prepare and complete all documentation and reporting associated with such incidents.
Participate in an after-hours and weekend on-call duty rotation that responds to spills 24/7/365.
As a Spill Responder, you will be eligible for 10% Assignment Pay once required training and certifications are completed. Spill Responders are periodically required to be on call outside of their scheduled work hours but are paid an hourly Standby Rate (7% of their regular hourly rate). If they work on a response outside of their scheduled work hours they receive Responder Pay (150% of their regular hourly rate). Specialized clothing, equipment, and PPE is required for this position and will be provided.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience, please visit our Recruitment website .
To qualify at the Environmental Specialist 2 level (In-Training)
Pay Range 47 $4,300 - $5,779 monthly Five (5) years of combined experience and/or education.
Experience:
Performing environmental-based work, OR work related to any of the following:
• Spill Response and Hazardous Materials Operations Experience performing hands-on response actions for oil spills, hazardous substance releases, abandoned waste, and illegal drug manufacturing facilities, including containment, cleanup, and mitigation in high-risk environments.
• Emergency Spill Response or Disaster Response Operations Experience responding to oil spills, hazardous substance releases, abandoned waste, natural disasters, and other environmental and human health emergencies, performing containment, control, and cleanup actions in accordance with established procedures.
• Hazard Identification, Sampling, and Field Analysis Knowledge of hazardous substance identification, sampling techniques, field testing, and hazard classification, including safe handling of unknown materials and interpretation of monitoring data against health-based and regulatory standards.
• Hazard Identification and Field Safety Knowledge of hazardous materials recognition, site safety principles, and hazard assessment, including safe work practices and proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Sampling, Monitoring, and Waste Handling Experience in collecting environmental samples, operating field monitoring instruments, interpreting results using established guidance, and safely packaging, labeling, and transporting hazardous and dangerous waste for disposal.
• Incident Command System Participation Skill in functioning effectively within the Incident Command System as an Incident Commander for routine incidents or as a Command/General Staff member or technical specialist during complex responses under direction.
• Regulatory Knowledge and Application Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations, with the ability to apply regulations, guidance, and standard operating procedures to incident response and compliance activities.
• Technical Communication and Documentation Skill in preparing clear, accurate, and timely incident documentation, reports, and data entries, and communicating technical information effectively to supervisors, response partners, and regulated parties.
• Equipment Operation and Readiness Demonstrated ability to safely operate and maintain equipment, vehicles, boats, and monitoring instruments, and to maintain personal gear and assigned equipment in a state of readiness for emergency response.
• Teamwork, Reliability, and Adaptability Experience working effectively as part of a response team, with the ability to adapt to rapidly changing conditions, maintaining professionalism under stress, and supporting inclusive, respectful working relationships.
Experience must include demonstrated competence in the following skill sets:
Using critical / analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to make decisions or determine a course of action.
Reviewing / assessing information and data to draw conclusions and recommending decisions or actions.
Conducting research and performing data analysis on both qualitative and quantitative data
Education: in environmental science, engineering, chemistry, biology, or a closely related scientific or technical field that provides knowledge of emergency hazardous materials response.
Examples of how to qualify:
5 years of experience.
4 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
3 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
2 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
1 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
Master’s degree or higher.
Must have ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 certifications. Free on-line ICS training and certification is available at: ICS 100: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-100.c ICS 200: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-200.c ICS 700: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-700.b ICS 800: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-800.c
To qualify a t the Environmental Specialist 3 level (Goal Class)
Pay Range 53 $4,980- $6,708 monthly
Six (6) years of combined experience and/or education.
Experience: Performing environmental-based work, OR work related to any of the following:
• Spill Response and Hazardous Materials Operations Experience performing hands-on response actions for oil spills, hazardous substance releases, abandoned waste, and illegal drug manufacturing facilities, including containment, cleanup, and mitigation in high-risk environments.
• Emergency Spill Response or Disaster Response Operations Experience responding to oil spills, hazardous substance releases, abandoned waste, natural disasters, and other environmental and human health emergencies, performing containment, control, and cleanup actions in accordance with established procedures.
• Hazard Identification, Sampling, and Field Analysis Knowledge of hazardous substance identification, sampling techniques, field testing, and hazard classification, including safe handling of unknown materials and interpretation of monitoring data against health-based and regulatory standards.
• Hazard Identification and Field Safety Knowledge of hazardous materials recognition, site safety principles, and hazard assessment, including safe work practices and proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Sampling, Monitoring, and Waste Handling Experience in collecting environmental samples, operating field monitoring instruments, interpreting results using established guidance, and safely packaging, labeling, and transporting hazardous and dangerous waste for disposal.
• Incident Command System Participation Skill in functioning effectively within the Incident Command System as an Incident Commander for routine incidents or as a Command/General Staff member or technical specialist during complex responses under direction.
Experience must include demonstrated competence in the following skill sets:
Using critical / analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to make decisions or determine a course of action.
Reviewing / assessing information and data to draw conclusions and recommending decisions or actions.
Conducting research and performing data analysis on both qualitative and quantitative data
Education : in environmental science, engineering, chemistry, biology, or a closely related scientific or technical field that provides knowledge of emergency hazardous materials response.
Examples of how to qualify:
6 years of experience.
5 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
4 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
3 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
2 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
a Master’s degree or higher.
Must have ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 certifications. Free on-line ICS training and certification is available at: ICS 100: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-100.c ICS 200: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-200.c ICS 700: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-700.b ICS 800: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-800.c
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
• Must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a motor vehicle
• Must pass employment medical surveillance physical and demonstrate and maintain the ability to wear respiratory protection and chemical protective clothing
• Must be able to pass a detailed background check required to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Must successfully complete initial SAFETRAC requirements and other required training outlined in Spills Program Policy and Procedures within 6 months of entering the position
• Must be prepared for a minimum 3-day field deployment with 1 hour of notification
• Must hold and maintain eligibility and certification (valid passport or enhanced driver’s license) to permit travel to Canada in the event of a transboundary spill
• This position is identified as an Essential Agency employee and is expected to work during facility closures and natural disasters
• This position is required to perform after-hours on-call duty and overtime work
• Must notify supervisor immediately if employee is unable to obtain any of the above required licenses or certifications, or if any of the above are revoked, expired, or suspended for any reason
• Must live within a 60-minute commuting distance of the Southwest Region Office in Lacey, WA
Desired Qualifications:
•Prior hazardous materials, emergency response, or disaster response experience. •Experienced working in the Incident Command System. •Hazardous Materials Technician Certification and Hazardous Materials Specialist Certification that meet the requirements of WAC 296-824 and 296-843. If you are excited about this role and meet the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Desired qualifications reflect additional knowledge, skills, or experience that are nice to have but not required. Studies have shown that some applicants, especially women and people of color, are less likely to apply unless they meet every listed qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging, and we welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and unique perspectives.
Supplemental Information
Ecology 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 .
Application Process
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website .
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Alison Meyers at Alison.Meyers@ecy.wa.gov
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov
The Spills Program’s mission is to protect, preserve, and restore Washington’s environment. Our vision is to create a zero spills world.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology's work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following : Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave , 11 Paid Holidays per year , Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , or our blog .
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring tw o Spill Responder (Environmental Specialist 3) (In Training) positions within the Spill Prevention, Preparedness, and Response program .
Location:
Southwest Region Office (SWRO) in Lacey, WA .
Must live within a 60-minute commuting distance of the SWRO.
These positions are eligible for a 10% Spill Response Assignment Pay once all training requirements and certifications are met and maintained. These positions also have periods of mandatory overtime. Additionally, they are required to participate in an after-hour on-call duty rotation.
Schedule:
These positions are eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
These positions require field work and emergency response, while there is some office work and you may telework most of your office work time with occasional in-person meetings and activities.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by August 2, 2026.
Applications submitted after the date above may not be reviewed unless additional qualified applicants are needed.
Duties
In these roles, you will work with a multi-disciplinary team and use science to solve complex environmental challenges. Working with other federal, state, local and tribal response partners, you will serve as Ecology’s State On-Scene Coordinator leading the response and cleanup of complex environmental spills. Your efforts will result in immediate improvements to the safety of Washington residents and our environment.
What you will do:
Conduct responses to spills of oil and hazardous substances, abandoned waste, fish kills and other environmental and human health emergencies.
Serve as initial incident commander and State On-Scene Coordinator for spills of petroleum products and hazardous materials on water and land.
Conduct operations to control, contain and cleanup spills, investigate the cause of spills and response actions taken by parties responsible for spills, directs environmental response contractors, and coordinates responses with appropriate private, local, state and federal representatives involved.
Perform hands-on clean-up work, including opening containers of unknowns, taking samples, overpacking and transporting abandoned chemical wastes for final disposal.
Offer technical assistance and limited regulatory interpretation to parties involved in spill incidents and drug lab cleanups.
Prepare and complete all documentation and reporting associated with such incidents.
Participate in an after-hours and weekend on-call duty rotation that responds to spills 24/7/365.
As a Spill Responder, you will be eligible for 10% Assignment Pay once required training and certifications are completed. Spill Responders are periodically required to be on call outside of their scheduled work hours but are paid an hourly Standby Rate (7% of their regular hourly rate). If they work on a response outside of their scheduled work hours they receive Responder Pay (150% of their regular hourly rate). Specialized clothing, equipment, and PPE is required for this position and will be provided.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience, please visit our Recruitment website .
To qualify at the Environmental Specialist 2 level (In-Training)
Pay Range 47 $4,300 - $5,779 monthly Five (5) years of combined experience and/or education.
Experience:
Performing environmental-based work, OR work related to any of the following:
• Spill Response and Hazardous Materials Operations Experience performing hands-on response actions for oil spills, hazardous substance releases, abandoned waste, and illegal drug manufacturing facilities, including containment, cleanup, and mitigation in high-risk environments.
• Emergency Spill Response or Disaster Response Operations Experience responding to oil spills, hazardous substance releases, abandoned waste, natural disasters, and other environmental and human health emergencies, performing containment, control, and cleanup actions in accordance with established procedures.
• Hazard Identification, Sampling, and Field Analysis Knowledge of hazardous substance identification, sampling techniques, field testing, and hazard classification, including safe handling of unknown materials and interpretation of monitoring data against health-based and regulatory standards.
• Hazard Identification and Field Safety Knowledge of hazardous materials recognition, site safety principles, and hazard assessment, including safe work practices and proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Sampling, Monitoring, and Waste Handling Experience in collecting environmental samples, operating field monitoring instruments, interpreting results using established guidance, and safely packaging, labeling, and transporting hazardous and dangerous waste for disposal.
• Incident Command System Participation Skill in functioning effectively within the Incident Command System as an Incident Commander for routine incidents or as a Command/General Staff member or technical specialist during complex responses under direction.
• Regulatory Knowledge and Application Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations, with the ability to apply regulations, guidance, and standard operating procedures to incident response and compliance activities.
• Technical Communication and Documentation Skill in preparing clear, accurate, and timely incident documentation, reports, and data entries, and communicating technical information effectively to supervisors, response partners, and regulated parties.
• Equipment Operation and Readiness Demonstrated ability to safely operate and maintain equipment, vehicles, boats, and monitoring instruments, and to maintain personal gear and assigned equipment in a state of readiness for emergency response.
• Teamwork, Reliability, and Adaptability Experience working effectively as part of a response team, with the ability to adapt to rapidly changing conditions, maintaining professionalism under stress, and supporting inclusive, respectful working relationships.
Experience must include demonstrated competence in the following skill sets:
Using critical / analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to make decisions or determine a course of action.
Reviewing / assessing information and data to draw conclusions and recommending decisions or actions.
Conducting research and performing data analysis on both qualitative and quantitative data
Education: in environmental science, engineering, chemistry, biology, or a closely related scientific or technical field that provides knowledge of emergency hazardous materials response.
Examples of how to qualify:
5 years of experience.
4 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
3 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
2 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
1 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
Master’s degree or higher.
Must have ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 certifications. Free on-line ICS training and certification is available at: ICS 100: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-100.c ICS 200: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-200.c ICS 700: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-700.b ICS 800: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-800.c
To qualify a t the Environmental Specialist 3 level (Goal Class)
Pay Range 53 $4,980- $6,708 monthly
Six (6) years of combined experience and/or education.
Experience: Performing environmental-based work, OR work related to any of the following:
• Spill Response and Hazardous Materials Operations Experience performing hands-on response actions for oil spills, hazardous substance releases, abandoned waste, and illegal drug manufacturing facilities, including containment, cleanup, and mitigation in high-risk environments.
• Emergency Spill Response or Disaster Response Operations Experience responding to oil spills, hazardous substance releases, abandoned waste, natural disasters, and other environmental and human health emergencies, performing containment, control, and cleanup actions in accordance with established procedures.
• Hazard Identification, Sampling, and Field Analysis Knowledge of hazardous substance identification, sampling techniques, field testing, and hazard classification, including safe handling of unknown materials and interpretation of monitoring data against health-based and regulatory standards.
• Hazard Identification and Field Safety Knowledge of hazardous materials recognition, site safety principles, and hazard assessment, including safe work practices and proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Sampling, Monitoring, and Waste Handling Experience in collecting environmental samples, operating field monitoring instruments, interpreting results using established guidance, and safely packaging, labeling, and transporting hazardous and dangerous waste for disposal.
• Incident Command System Participation Skill in functioning effectively within the Incident Command System as an Incident Commander for routine incidents or as a Command/General Staff member or technical specialist during complex responses under direction.
Experience must include demonstrated competence in the following skill sets:
Using critical / analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to make decisions or determine a course of action.
Reviewing / assessing information and data to draw conclusions and recommending decisions or actions.
Conducting research and performing data analysis on both qualitative and quantitative data
Education : in environmental science, engineering, chemistry, biology, or a closely related scientific or technical field that provides knowledge of emergency hazardous materials response.
Examples of how to qualify:
6 years of experience.
5 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
4 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
3 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
2 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
a Master’s degree or higher.
Must have ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 certifications. Free on-line ICS training and certification is available at: ICS 100: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-100.c ICS 200: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-200.c ICS 700: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-700.b ICS 800: https://training.fema.gov/is/courseoverview.aspx?code=IS-800.c
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
• Must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to operate a motor vehicle
• Must pass employment medical surveillance physical and demonstrate and maintain the ability to wear respiratory protection and chemical protective clothing
• Must be able to pass a detailed background check required to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Must successfully complete initial SAFETRAC requirements and other required training outlined in Spills Program Policy and Procedures within 6 months of entering the position
• Must be prepared for a minimum 3-day field deployment with 1 hour of notification
• Must hold and maintain eligibility and certification (valid passport or enhanced driver’s license) to permit travel to Canada in the event of a transboundary spill
• This position is identified as an Essential Agency employee and is expected to work during facility closures and natural disasters
• This position is required to perform after-hours on-call duty and overtime work
• Must notify supervisor immediately if employee is unable to obtain any of the above required licenses or certifications, or if any of the above are revoked, expired, or suspended for any reason
• Must live within a 60-minute commuting distance of the Southwest Region Office in Lacey, WA
Desired Qualifications:
•Prior hazardous materials, emergency response, or disaster response experience. •Experienced working in the Incident Command System. •Hazardous Materials Technician Certification and Hazardous Materials Specialist Certification that meet the requirements of WAC 296-824 and 296-843. If you are excited about this role and meet the required qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Desired qualifications reflect additional knowledge, skills, or experience that are nice to have but not required. Studies have shown that some applicants, especially women and people of color, are less likely to apply unless they meet every listed qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging, and we welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and unique perspectives.
Supplemental Information
Ecology 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 .
Application Process
Ecology seeks diverse applicants: We view diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect through a broad lens including race, ethnicity, class, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, immigration status, military background, language, education, life experience, physical disability, neurodiversity, and intersectional identities. Qualified job seekers from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Click “Apply” at the top of this page. Complete the entire application, including full work history and responses to all supplemental questions, and attach:
Cover letter, describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
Resume
Because we base our selection on the information you provide, it is in your best interest to complete the application thoroughly. A resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the application or vice versa. Applications with blank fields or supplemental question responses with comments such as “see resume” may be considered incomplete.
For detailed application information, please visit our Recruitment website .
Application Attestation: By submitting an application, you are affirming that the information contained in your application and on all attachments is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information, and any false or misleading answers may result in rejection of your application or dismissal if employed.
Need an Accommodation?
If you need reasonable accommodation during the application and/or screening process, including this job announcement in an alternate format:
Please contact us at 360-407-6186 or careers@ecy.wa.gov
If you are deaf or hard of hearing, you may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or 1-800-833-6384.
Questions?
For specific questions about the position location options, schedule, or duties, please contact Alison Meyers at Alison.Meyers@ecy.wa.gov
If you need assistance applying for this job, are inquiring about the status of your application, would like to request the full position description, or have any other questions, please contact the Recruitment Team at careers@ecy.wa.gov
The Spills Program’s mission is to protect, preserve, and restore Washington’s environment. Our vision is to create a zero spills world.
About the Department of Ecology
As the State of Washington’s environmental protection agency, we are deeply committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing Washington’s environment for current and future generations. Joining Ecology means becoming part of a team dedicated to protecting and sustaining healthy land, air, water, and climate in harmony with a strong economy. A career in public service at Ecology allows you to help solve some of the most challenging problems facing our state, while keeping your health and financial security a priority. We combine one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation with a strong commitment to life/work balance. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, effective resource management, teamwork, professionalism, and accountability.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Respect (DEIR) are core values central to Ecology's work. We strive to be a workplace where we are esteemed for sharing our authentic identities, while advancing our individual professional goals and collaborating to protect, preserve, and enhance the environment for current and future generations.
We believe that DEIR is both a goal and an action. We are on a journey, honoring our shared humanity and taking steps to demonstrate our commitment to a vision where each of us is heard, seen, and valued.
Ecology employees may be eligible for the following : Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s) , Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) , Vacation, Sick, and other Leave , 11 Paid Holidays per year , Public Service Loan Forgiveness , Tuition Waiver , Long Term Disability & Life Insurance , Deferred Compensation Programs , Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) , Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA) , Employee Assistance Program , Commute Trip Reduction Incentives , Combined Fund Drive , SmartHealth * Click here for more information
To learn more about Ecology, please visit our website , explore Working at Ecology , check out our Strategic Plan , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , or our blog .
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Washington State Department of Ecology is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, veterans, military spouses or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Collective Bargaining: This is a position covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment announcement are filled, the recruitment may only be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty (60) days.
