Climate Commitment Act Spending Report Coordinator (WMS Band 1)

Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen

The Department of Ecology is hiring a Climate Commitment Act Spending Report Coordinator (WMS Band 1) within the Climate Pollution Reduction Program.

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 day per week is required in the office.
• Schedules are dependent upon position needs and are subject to change.

Application Timeline: 

• Apply by October 30, 2025.
• This position will remain open until filled. The agency reserves the right to make a hire at any time after application review begins. Applications received after the date above may not be considered.

Duties

At the Department of Ecology, we are committed to accountability, transparency, and equity in advancing Washington’s climate goals. As the Climate Commitment Act Spending Report Coordinator, you will lead a skilled team in producing the annual Climate Commitment Act (CCA) Spending Report—an essential tool for tracking and communicating how more than $3.2 billion in climate-related appropriations are invested across the state. As a key connector between Ecology, the Office of Financial Management, the Environmental Justice Council, and other state partners, you will help ensure that Washington’s climate funding is reported with clarity, accuracy, and purpose.

What you will do:

• Manage and monitor the reporting of CCA funding from recipient agencies, review submitted data, ensure accuracy, and resolve discrepancies. Serve as the primary point of contact and provide timely support, technical assistance, and customer service.
  
• Develop and implement standardized processes and guidance for reporting; incorporate staff, reporting entities, and interested party feedback to improve procedures.
  
• Communicate with internal and external interested parties to address and resolve complex or nuanced reporting issues, including statutory interpretation, baseline data consistency, and environmental justice benefit tracking.
  
• Review and verify greenhouse gas reduction data submitted by recipients; ensure accurate reporting of direct, meaningful benefits to overburdened communities and vulnerable populations.
  
• Lead and supervise the Funds Reporting Unit, assigning tasks that align with report coordination and process cohesion.
  
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate staff performance. Promote staff development, career growth, and professional excellence within the Funds Reporting Unit.
  
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching aligned with agency values and goals.
  
• Provide clear direction and leadership to ensure staff effectively support CCA reporting and financial responsibilities.
  
• Oversee the development of greenhouse gas calculators and tools adapted from other jurisdictions (e.g., California) for Washington’s use.
  
• Create and deliver public presentations and briefings on the CCA spending report process and outcomes to legislative committees, Ecology leadership, interested parties, and the general public.
  
• Lead policy development for defining, tracking, and reporting direct and meaningful benefits to overburdened communities and Tribes as they relate to CCA reporting requirements, and coordinate with Climate Pollution Reduction Program's Environmental Justice Planner and the Office of Equity and Environmental Justice to ensure policy is aligned with HEAL Act requirements.
  

Qualifications

For detailed information on how we calculate experience, please visit our Recruitment website.

Required Qualifications:

Seven years of experience and/or education as described below:

• Experience in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, public administration or related field, with demonstrated experience in:
  • Written Communication
    Can take complex financial, technical, and policy topics and explain them clearly for different audiences. Knows how to adjust tone and detail so the message lands, whether it’s a detailed report, a set of instructions, or a quick update. Produces written work that’s accurate, clear, and easy to follow.
  • Supervisory and Coaching Skills
    Provides clear guidance, sets priorities, and keeps the team on track. Builds a supportive, collaborative environment where people can grow and do their best work. Gives constructive feedback, celebrates wins, and helps staff build their skills over time. Leads with fairness, consistency, and respect.
  • Accounting and Fiscal Oversight
    Understands how to manage public funds responsibly, following accounting standards and state requirements. Keeps a close eye on financial data to catch and fix discrepancies, track trends, and help guide decisions. Puts strong processes in place to make sure reporting is accurate and resources are used wisely.

• Experience must also include one year of experience in public sector budget management, fiscal management, accounting or related work, which can be attained concurrently.

  
  
• Education involving a major study in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, public administration or related field.

Examples of how to qualify:

• 7 years of experience.
• 6 years of experience AND 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter college credits.
• 5 years of experience AND 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter college credits (Associate’s degree).
• 4 years of experience AND 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter college credits.
• 3 years of experience AND a Bachelor’s degree.
• 1 year of experience AND a Master’s degree or higher.

Desired Qualifications:

• Compliance – Experience in applying state financial reporting standards, managing appropriations, tracking expenditures, and ensuring compliance with state and legislative requirements. Skilled in Washington State budgeting processes, fund accounting, and Office of Financial Management (OFM) regulations.
• State Processes – Working knowledge of Washington State legislative and budget processes, including fiscal notes, allotments, and legislative reporting requirements.
• Project Management - Ability to plan, coordinate, and track complex initiatives across teams and timelines.
• Communication – Experience in presenting complex technical information in a clear, easy to understand way, in writing and verbally. Experience in report writing, Experience in developing and delivering presentations to legislators and interested parties.

If you are excited about this role but not sure if your experience aligns perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the Department of Ecology, we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace centered in belonging. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.

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.

Our Commitment to DEIR

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.

Diversity: We celebrate and appreciate diversity; our unique perspectives and abilities enrich us all and lead to innovative approaches and solutions.

Equity: We champion equity, recognizing that each of us need different things to thrive.

Inclusion: We intentionally create and hold space so that we all have meaningful opportunities to participate and contribute to Ecology’s work.

Respect: We treat each other with respect and dignity, acknowledging the inherent worth of our diverse perspectives and lived experiences, even in times of uncertainty and disagreement.

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.

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

Applications that do not include both a resume and a cover letter will not be considered. 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 Kelcy Shaffer at Kelcy.Shaffer@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 Climate Pollution Reduction Program

The principal department strategic priorities and goals that relate to the Climate Pollution Reduction Program (CPRP) include: reduce and prepare for climate impacts; prevent and reduce toxic threats; and deliver efficient and effective services. The CPRP’s mission is to implement policies and programs to reduce carbon emissions in the state of Washington so that the state meets its statutory greenhouse gas emission limits. The CPRP focuses long term, requiring creative and strategic decision making for implementation to achieve broad statewide and interstate success reducing carbon emissions in the state of Washington so residents have a healthy environment and climate.

The Climate Commitment Act Spending Report Coordinator is housed within the CPR Budget Section. The Budget Section is responsible for managing the financial planning, implementation, and oversight of all climate-related funding. This includes tracking appropriations and expenditures, ensuring compliance with legislative intent, and coordinating with other state agencies that receive CCA funds.

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.

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 (Download PDF reader), 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.

Note: This recruitment may be used to fill other positions of the same job classification across the agency.

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