City of Naperville
Job Description
The City of Naperville seeks a Permit Assistant to be a member of the Permitting Team in the Building and Code Enforcement Division of the TED Business Group. This position is responsible for processing small/miscellaneous commercial and residential building permits from start to finish. The role is customer service oriented and requires a complete understanding of the permit process. Permit Assistants accept applications, ensure completeness of submittal, route for technical review, compile and deliver review comments, assess fees, verify payments, issue permits, schedule inspections, issue Certificates of Occupancy/ Completion, and close out permits. Permit Assistants also serve as the front-line respondents for general building permit questions submitted through the Building Permit phone line and email.
Permit Assistants work closely with the Lead Permit Technician and other members of the Permit Team as well as permit reviewers from various City departments, building inspectors and code enforcement officers. Permit Technicians also interact with the general public, developers, design professionals and contractors on a daily basis.
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $23.7794 - $26.1573 per hour commensurate with credentials and experience. The Pay Grade for this position is N210. For additional information, click here. (Download PDF reader)
Duties
Acts as the front-line contact for the building permit phone line and email account to assist the general public, developers, consultants, attorneys, and contractors with the proper information as it relates to the building permit process. Appropriately forwards questions including but not limited to planning, engineering, transportation, development review, code enforcement, and inspections.
Schedules building permit inspections.
Engages and responds to property owners, developers, design professionals, and contractors to ensure complete and accurate permit submittals.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all City departments and outside review agencies.
Performs administrative tasks relating to small/miscellaneous building permits and development processes related to these permits.
Assists in the processing of agreements, which may include (but are not limited to) easement encroachments and covenants.
Conducts simple building and planning reviews on an as needed basis.
Assists with training co-workers on processes and procedures.
Generates reports and summaries as they pertain to any service team within the TED Business Group utilizing department software and computer programs.
Creates, maintains, and generates records and reports.
Performs administrative tasks relating to building permits and associated project development processes.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and City staff; acts in a manner that promotes a respectful and effective workplace environment.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in municipal government, customer service, construction administrative support, or a related field.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted.
Valid State of Illinois Driver’s License.
Preferred:
Knowledge of building permit processes and/or building construction.
International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician certification (must obtain within 24 months of hire).
Experience working in Tyler EPL (EnerGov) or similar permitting software.
Experience working in BlueBeam or a similar plan review software.
Additional Information
The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 153,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago. Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live. The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area. It’s also a great place to work! Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.
Click here (Download PDF reader) to learn more about the benefits offered by the City of Naperville.
Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached to the application. Include all requested education, experience, attachments, and other information when applying. Incomplete applications are subject to rejection. Notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.
THE CITY OF NAPERVILLE IS AN E. O. E.
The City of Naperville complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at (630) 305-7066.
Job Description
The City of Naperville seeks a Permit Assistant to be a member of the Permitting Team in the Building and Code Enforcement Division of the TED Business Group. This position is responsible for processing small/miscellaneous commercial and residential building permits from start to finish. The role is customer service oriented and requires a complete understanding of the permit process. Permit Assistants accept applications, ensure completeness of submittal, route for technical review, compile and deliver review comments, assess fees, verify payments, issue permits, schedule inspections, issue Certificates of Occupancy/ Completion, and close out permits. Permit Assistants also serve as the front-line respondents for general building permit questions submitted through the Building Permit phone line and email.
Permit Assistants work closely with the Lead Permit Technician and other members of the Permit Team as well as permit reviewers from various City departments, building inspectors and code enforcement officers. Permit Technicians also interact with the general public, developers, design professionals and contractors on a daily basis.
The anticipated hiring range for this position is $23.7794 - $26.1573 per hour commensurate with credentials and experience. The Pay Grade for this position is N210. For additional information, click here. (Download PDF reader)
Duties
Acts as the front-line contact for the building permit phone line and email account to assist the general public, developers, consultants, attorneys, and contractors with the proper information as it relates to the building permit process. Appropriately forwards questions including but not limited to planning, engineering, transportation, development review, code enforcement, and inspections.
Schedules building permit inspections.
Engages and responds to property owners, developers, design professionals, and contractors to ensure complete and accurate permit submittals.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all City departments and outside review agencies.
Performs administrative tasks relating to small/miscellaneous building permits and development processes related to these permits.
Assists in the processing of agreements, which may include (but are not limited to) easement encroachments and covenants.
Conducts simple building and planning reviews on an as needed basis.
Assists with training co-workers on processes and procedures.
Generates reports and summaries as they pertain to any service team within the TED Business Group utilizing department software and computer programs.
Creates, maintains, and generates records and reports.
Performs administrative tasks relating to building permits and associated project development processes.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and City staff; acts in a manner that promotes a respectful and effective workplace environment.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of experience in municipal government, customer service, construction administrative support, or a related field.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted.
Valid State of Illinois Driver’s License.
Preferred:
Knowledge of building permit processes and/or building construction.
International Code Council (ICC) Permit Technician certification (must obtain within 24 months of hire).
Experience working in Tyler EPL (EnerGov) or similar permitting software.
Experience working in BlueBeam or a similar plan review software.
Additional Information
The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 153,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago. Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live. The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area. It’s also a great place to work! Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.
Click here (Download PDF reader) to learn more about the benefits offered by the City of Naperville.
Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached to the application. Include all requested education, experience, attachments, and other information when applying. Incomplete applications are subject to rejection. Notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.
THE CITY OF NAPERVILLE IS AN E. O. E.
The City of Naperville complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at (630) 305-7066.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring a Document Accessibility Coordinator (Administrative Intern 2) within the Solid Waste Management Program.
This is a temporary position expected to last for six months.
Location:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
A minimum of one in-office day per week is required for meetings and trainings, with additional days as needed.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Duties
This internship position is part of an effort to clean up and update documents maintained by the Solid Waste Management Program. As the Document Accessibility Coordinator (Administrative Intern 2), you’ll help ensure our information is organized, accessible, and easy for everyone to navigate. In this role, you will locate and inventory documents across digital platforms, assess files for retention and accessibility, and track progress as documents are updated or archived. You’ll collaborate with staff to ensure documents meet agency standards and legal requirements, and work with teams across the agency to improve how we manage, share, and preserve information.
This internship offers meaningful on-the-job learning opportunities in document accessibility, information management, and state government operations. You’ll gain insight into current and past projects and campaigns within Ecology’s Solid Waste Program and learn how a state agency functions behind the scenes. It’s a great way to get hands-on experience in state government, especially if you’re interested in environmental science, policy, or public administration. If you’re detail-oriented and want your work to make a real impact supporting transparency, efficiency, and inclusive public access to information, we’d love to have you on our team.
What you will do:
Locate, organize, and track files across cloud platforms using established file management practices.
Perform accessibility reviews using agency-approved software and checklists to identify documents that need updates to meet standards.
Identify outdated, duplicate, or misplaced files and flag them for retention or removal decisions.
Maintain accurate spreadsheets and logs to track files and prepare summaries and written updates.
Communicate with staff to confirm file ownership, resolve document questions, and ensure materials meet established standards.
Participate in trainings, workshops, meetings, and events to support increased awareness and professional development.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Four (4) years of experience and/or education in public policy, environmental science, environmental policy, communications, informatics, statistics, economics, or a related field, which includes the following:
Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with others to develop and align content across various platforms.
Adaptability & Growth: Ability to adjust to changing priorities, identify potential bottlenecks, and suggest practical solutions to keep projects moving forward. Ability and willingness to learn new skills, tools, and processes and share ideas that support continuous improvement.
Attention to Detail: Ability to follow procedures, naming conventions, and accuracy standards to ensure documents are correctly organized, labeled, and prepared for review.
Examples of how to qualify:
4 years of experience.
3 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
2 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
1 year of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
No experience AND a Bachelor’s degree or higher.
Desired Qualifications:
Familiarity with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Strong command of editorial, grammatical, and writing skills, and the ability to edit and produce technical materials.
Proficient use of Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat Pro and Creative Cloud.
Familiarity with managing database information.
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 this internship and how it will support your professional growth
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 Jill Krumlauf at Jill.Krumlauf@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
About the Solid Waste Management Program
The mission of the Solid Waste Management Program is to reduce wastes through prevention and reuse, keep toxics out of the environment, and safely manage what remains.
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 a Document Accessibility Coordinator (Administrative Intern 2) within the Solid Waste Management Program.
This is a temporary position expected to last for six months.
Location:
Headquarters Office in Lacey, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
This position is eligible for telework and flexible schedule options.
A minimum of one in-office day per week is required for meetings and trainings, with additional days as needed.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Duties
This internship position is part of an effort to clean up and update documents maintained by the Solid Waste Management Program. As the Document Accessibility Coordinator (Administrative Intern 2), you’ll help ensure our information is organized, accessible, and easy for everyone to navigate. In this role, you will locate and inventory documents across digital platforms, assess files for retention and accessibility, and track progress as documents are updated or archived. You’ll collaborate with staff to ensure documents meet agency standards and legal requirements, and work with teams across the agency to improve how we manage, share, and preserve information.
This internship offers meaningful on-the-job learning opportunities in document accessibility, information management, and state government operations. You’ll gain insight into current and past projects and campaigns within Ecology’s Solid Waste Program and learn how a state agency functions behind the scenes. It’s a great way to get hands-on experience in state government, especially if you’re interested in environmental science, policy, or public administration. If you’re detail-oriented and want your work to make a real impact supporting transparency, efficiency, and inclusive public access to information, we’d love to have you on our team.
What you will do:
Locate, organize, and track files across cloud platforms using established file management practices.
Perform accessibility reviews using agency-approved software and checklists to identify documents that need updates to meet standards.
Identify outdated, duplicate, or misplaced files and flag them for retention or removal decisions.
Maintain accurate spreadsheets and logs to track files and prepare summaries and written updates.
Communicate with staff to confirm file ownership, resolve document questions, and ensure materials meet established standards.
Participate in trainings, workshops, meetings, and events to support increased awareness and professional development.
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Four (4) years of experience and/or education in public policy, environmental science, environmental policy, communications, informatics, statistics, economics, or a related field, which includes the following:
Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with others to develop and align content across various platforms.
Adaptability & Growth: Ability to adjust to changing priorities, identify potential bottlenecks, and suggest practical solutions to keep projects moving forward. Ability and willingness to learn new skills, tools, and processes and share ideas that support continuous improvement.
Attention to Detail: Ability to follow procedures, naming conventions, and accuracy standards to ensure documents are correctly organized, labeled, and prepared for review.
Examples of how to qualify:
4 years of experience.
3 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
2 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
1 year of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
No experience AND a Bachelor’s degree or higher.
Desired Qualifications:
Familiarity with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Strong command of editorial, grammatical, and writing skills, and the ability to edit and produce technical materials.
Proficient use of Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat Pro and Creative Cloud.
Familiarity with managing database information.
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 this internship and how it will support your professional growth
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 Jill Krumlauf at Jill.Krumlauf@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
About the Solid Waste Management Program
The mission of the Solid Waste Management Program is to reduce wastes through prevention and reuse, keep toxics out of the environment, and safely manage what remains.
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.
Washington State Department of Ecology
Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen
The Department of Ecology is hiring an Industrial Facility Management Engineer (Environmental Engineer 5) within the Water Quality Program .
Location:
Central Region Office in Union Gap, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
For the first month, this position will be required to work full-time in the office.
After successfully completing onboarding and training, the position will then be eligible for a primarily telework schedule, with occasional in-person meetings and activities.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by June 7, 2026
Applications submitted after the date above may be reviewed only if additional qualified applicants are needed.
Duties
As the Industrial Facility Management Engineer for the Central Regional Office (CRO) Water Quality Industrial Unit, you will be in the forefront of emerging engineering technical issues and trends associated with industrial wastewater treatment, reclaimed water, and permitting. You will assist in fulfilling the Water Quality Program’s mission by providing engineering and regulatory oversight of industrial and municipal wastewater discharges to protect and preserve water quality in Washington state. You will use your expertise to represent the section statewide on current and emerging industrial stormwater, pretreatment, and wastewater trends and issues. Your expertise in professional engineering will support a rapidly growing Water Quality program and diverse industrial sector in the Central Region.
You will work closely with Central Region Office Water Quality Industrial staff, regulated entities, and the public to provide regulatory oversight of industrial wastewater discharges. Permits issued by the Industrial Unit are critical to protecting and maintaining water quality, supporting growth in our state, and keeping our communities healthy and thriving. You will be a key partner in our collective efforts to protect public health, the waterways, and the environment in Washington state.
What you will do:
As a registered professional engineer, negotiate and prepare wastewater discharge permits (State Waste Discharge & National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System) for industrial facilities.
As a registered professional engineer, apply conventional engineering techniques and principles to the section’s most complex projects or largest projects with complex features, including major permits with metal, milling, and mining activities and other industries with increased oversight from the public and third-party advocate groups, clean energy, data centers, and hydropower permitting.
Derive permit conditions based on legal and technical requirements for discharges into state waters, utilizing mathematical models for mixing zones and consideration of the complex biological, chemical, and physical properties of the discharge and receiving environment.
Represent the agency in technical negotiations with private parties and their engineering consultants to resolve complex environmental engineering issues involving regulatory interpretation and compliance; treatment technologies and the feasibility of their applications, permit limits, conditions, and applicability; and water quality investigations, pollutant sampling, documentation, data interpretation, and quality assurance.
Collaborate with other Ecology engineers to interpret and, when necessary, revise internal and external engineering guidance materials.
Conduct permit compliance inspections, prepare inspection reports, and communicate findings to facilities.
Provide technical assistance to legal counsel with the Attorney General’s Office on appeals of permits or enforcement actions and develop expert testimony and serve as an expert witness in court cases or issues under consideration of administrative hearings boards.
Learn more about what it is like to be an Engineer at the Department of Ecology
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the state of Washington or another state based on registration requirements equivalent to those in Washington, AND
Five (5) years of experience in environmental engineering.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington or another state, based on registration requirements equivalent to those in Washington, in good standing.
NOTE: Individuals who are licensed as professional engineers in another U.S. jurisdiction or foreign country and wish to apply for this position must qualify for licensure in Washington State by comity. Applicants are responsible for reviewing and ensuring they meet Washington's comity requirements before submitting application materials.
Licensing requirements can be found on the Washington State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors website: How To Get Your Professional Engineer License When Licensed in Another Jurisdiction .
Desired Qualifications:
Experience or training in developing and/or implementing National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits.
Experience or training in wastewater and/or stormwater treatment, including reviewing or preparing engineering documents, and operation and maintenance manuals.
Excellent oral and written communication skills (especially technical writing skills).
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 Andrea Jedel at Andrea.Jedel@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
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
For this position, personal protective equipment will be provided by the program along with reimbursement for required footwear.
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 an Industrial Facility Management Engineer (Environmental Engineer 5) within the Water Quality Program .
Location:
Central Region Office in Union Gap, WA .
Upon hire, you must live within a commutable distance from the duty station.
Schedule:
For the first month, this position will be required to work full-time in the office.
After successfully completing onboarding and training, the position will then be eligible for a primarily telework schedule, with occasional in-person meetings and activities.
Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.
Application Timeline:
Apply by June 7, 2026
Applications submitted after the date above may be reviewed only if additional qualified applicants are needed.
Duties
As the Industrial Facility Management Engineer for the Central Regional Office (CRO) Water Quality Industrial Unit, you will be in the forefront of emerging engineering technical issues and trends associated with industrial wastewater treatment, reclaimed water, and permitting. You will assist in fulfilling the Water Quality Program’s mission by providing engineering and regulatory oversight of industrial and municipal wastewater discharges to protect and preserve water quality in Washington state. You will use your expertise to represent the section statewide on current and emerging industrial stormwater, pretreatment, and wastewater trends and issues. Your expertise in professional engineering will support a rapidly growing Water Quality program and diverse industrial sector in the Central Region.
You will work closely with Central Region Office Water Quality Industrial staff, regulated entities, and the public to provide regulatory oversight of industrial wastewater discharges. Permits issued by the Industrial Unit are critical to protecting and maintaining water quality, supporting growth in our state, and keeping our communities healthy and thriving. You will be a key partner in our collective efforts to protect public health, the waterways, and the environment in Washington state.
What you will do:
As a registered professional engineer, negotiate and prepare wastewater discharge permits (State Waste Discharge & National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System) for industrial facilities.
As a registered professional engineer, apply conventional engineering techniques and principles to the section’s most complex projects or largest projects with complex features, including major permits with metal, milling, and mining activities and other industries with increased oversight from the public and third-party advocate groups, clean energy, data centers, and hydropower permitting.
Derive permit conditions based on legal and technical requirements for discharges into state waters, utilizing mathematical models for mixing zones and consideration of the complex biological, chemical, and physical properties of the discharge and receiving environment.
Represent the agency in technical negotiations with private parties and their engineering consultants to resolve complex environmental engineering issues involving regulatory interpretation and compliance; treatment technologies and the feasibility of their applications, permit limits, conditions, and applicability; and water quality investigations, pollutant sampling, documentation, data interpretation, and quality assurance.
Collaborate with other Ecology engineers to interpret and, when necessary, revise internal and external engineering guidance materials.
Conduct permit compliance inspections, prepare inspection reports, and communicate findings to facilities.
Provide technical assistance to legal counsel with the Attorney General’s Office on appeals of permits or enforcement actions and develop expert testimony and serve as an expert witness in court cases or issues under consideration of administrative hearings boards.
Learn more about what it is like to be an Engineer at the Department of Ecology
Qualifications
For detailed information on how we calculate experience and responses to other frequently asked questions, please visit our Recruitment website .
Required Qualifications:
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the state of Washington or another state based on registration requirements equivalent to those in Washington, AND
Five (5) years of experience in environmental engineering.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Washington or another state, based on registration requirements equivalent to those in Washington, in good standing.
NOTE: Individuals who are licensed as professional engineers in another U.S. jurisdiction or foreign country and wish to apply for this position must qualify for licensure in Washington State by comity. Applicants are responsible for reviewing and ensuring they meet Washington's comity requirements before submitting application materials.
Licensing requirements can be found on the Washington State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors website: How To Get Your Professional Engineer License When Licensed in Another Jurisdiction .
Desired Qualifications:
Experience or training in developing and/or implementing National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits.
Experience or training in wastewater and/or stormwater treatment, including reviewing or preparing engineering documents, and operation and maintenance manuals.
Excellent oral and written communication skills (especially technical writing skills).
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 Andrea Jedel at Andrea.Jedel@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
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
For this position, personal protective equipment will be provided by the program along with reimbursement for required footwear.
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.
