State of Washington · 2 weeks ago
Community Green Stormwater Program Manager (Water Quality Program Manager I/II)
Walla Walla, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$57K/yr - $68K/yr
3+ years expPierce Conservation District is seeking a highly motivated program and project manager to design water quality landscape projects and manage the Community Ambassador Program. The role involves coordinating residential green stormwater projects and engaging with diverse communities to provide education and resources.
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Responsibilities
Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with residents and project partners
Conduct site assessments, including measurements, drainage, sun exposure, access, and utilities
Design green stormwater landscape plans and prepare plant recommendations for approval
Hire, coordinate, and oversee contractors or crews for project installation as needed
Prepare and manage budgets, schedules, and deliverables for individual and multiple projects
Lead installation and establishment of green stormwater projects on public properties
Develop resources and tip sheets to help residents successfully install and maintain their own projects
Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the program
Build and maintain strong relationships with community members, organizations, and partners
Coordinate and attend community events to promote green stormwater solutions and recruit ambassadors
Assist community-based organizations in organizing and facilitating culturally relevant trainings, ensuring accessibility and language support
Support community-based organizations in recruiting, mentoring, and supporting ambassadors to grow their leadership and program involvement
Collaborate with the City of Tacoma’s Community Ambassador Program during the initial phase, transitioning to a stand-alone program
Empower ambassadors to lead workshops within their own networks to expand program reach
Track, evaluate, and report on program outcomes, including progress toward annual project goals
Manage resources, budgets, and outreach strategies while adapting the program based on community feedback
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in landscape design, natural resource management, environmental science, public engagement, education experience, or related field, or three years working experience in related field
Ability to understand client/community needs and communicate ideas
Ability to define scope, set timelines, allocate resources, manage complex budgets, and manage multiple projects at once
Ability to efficiently develop and/or edit scaled site and landscape plans
Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Office 365 suite of software programs
Flexible schedule and ability to work nights and weekends
Valid Washington State driver's license
Preferred
Ability to effectively plan and organize own schedule of activities related to work goals set by the Senior Water Quality Program Manager
Knowledge of native, pollinator, and climate-adapted vegetation for the PNW
Experience with natural yard care practices
Experience in the design-build process
Confidence in providing solutions to project problems
Excellent communication skills
A track record of planning and implementing multiple projects at once
Excellent time management and task prioritization abilities
Ability to meet deadlines and provide high quality, accurate, and timely products
Accountability for all work deliverables, actions, and communication
Desire to develop professionally
Benefits
Retirement
100% of premiums paid for medical/dental/vision for you and your dependents
Accrued paid sick leave
Annual leave
14 paid holidays per year (includes 3 paid personal holidays)
An ORCA card
A training budget
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.
Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems.
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.
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