State of Washington Dept. of Ecology invites applications for the position of: Tacoma Smelter Plume Outreach Coordinator (Community Outreach & Environmental Education Spec 3) [http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/careersLogo-blue.jpg] SALARY: $3,194.00 - $4,192.00 Monthly OPENING DATE: 12/11/12 CLOSING DATE: Continuous DESCRIPTION: [http://agency.governmentjobs.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/1924/JobPostings/image/ECY/Saving%20Puget%20Sound(2).jpg] [http://agency.governmentjobs.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/1924/JobPostings/image/ECY/Facing%20Climate%20Change.jpg] [http://agency.governmentjobs.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/1924/JobPostings/image/ECY/Reducing%20Toxic%20Threats.jpg] [http://agency.governmentjobs.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/1924/JobPostings/image/ECY/Managing%20Our%20Water.jpg] [http://agency.governmentjobs.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/1924/JobPostings/image/ECY/ourlivingshorelines.jpg] [http://agency.governmentjobs.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/1924/JobPostings/image/ECY/ECYlogo_wide.jpg] Keeping Washington Clean and Evergreen The Department of Ecology's mission is to protect, preserve and enhance Washington's environment, and promote the wise management of our air, land and water for current and future generations. This means protecting both humans and the environment from pollution, restoring and preserving important ecosystems that sustain life, and finding ways to meet human needs without destroying environmental resources and functions. Our everyday interaction with citizens, stakeholders, and the public we regulate is fundamental to achieving these results. We treat our customers as partners and collaborators, provide respectful and prompt service, explore creative solutions for the best results, and act with integrity. We maintain effective infrastructures and foster a workforce that is committed, productive and successful. We invest in our employees to create and sustain a working environment that encourages creative leadership, teamwork, professionalism and accountability. The citizens of Washington trust that the Department of Ecology supports and assists them in promoting the sustainable environmental and economic well-being of the state. That trust, coupled with our effectiveness, helps Ecology to continue to receive the support it needs to advance our environmental mission. To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.ecy.wa.gov<http://www.ecy.wa.gov/>. Local efforts... Diverse people... Statewide impacts DUTIES: [http://agency.governmentjobs.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/1924/JobPostings/image/ECY/TCP%20New.gif] Accidental spills of dangerous materials and past business practices have contaminated land and water throughout the state. The Toxics Cleanup Program<http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/tcp/cleanup.html> (TCP) works to remedy these situations, which range from cleaning up contamination from leaking underground storage tanks, to large, complex projects requiring engineering solutions. Our mission is to get and keep contaminants out of the environment. The program's Tacoma Smelter Plume Unit in Lacey, WA<http://www.ci.lacey.wa.us/> is looking for a Tacoma Smelter Plume Outreach Coordinator (Community Outreach & Environmental Education Specialist 3). This is a project position that is funded until June 2021. This position is open until filled, with intitial screening on December 26, 2012. In order to be considered for initial screening, please submit an application on or before December 25, 2012. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment anytime after the initital screening date. The Tacoma Smelter Plume (TSP) yard cleanup program is a high priority project for the Toxics Cleanup Program covering two regions Northwest Regional Office (NWRO) and Southwest Regional Office (SWRO). The TSP yard cleanup program is an element of the complex TSP project. The TSP yard cleanup program is focused on soil sampling and remediation of residential properties and multi-family housing. This position reports to the TSP project manager and coordinates with the TSP Yard Program Manager, providing outreach and administrative support for the TSP yard cleanup program. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the TSP team members to ensure that homeowners and residents are educated about the cleanup process. Tasks include: * Point of contact for homeowner and resident concerns during the soil sampling and cleanup process * Support soil sampling contractors in providing outreach for homeowners and residents * Complete home visits with the Field Coordinator to help homeowners understand their cleanup plan * Work with Master Gardener to help homeowners choose a yard restoration plan * Coordinate with local health departments to answer health questions from the public * Coordinate the mailing of yard cleanup program information and forms for homeowners QUALIFICATIONS: Required Qualifications A Bachelor's degree involving major study in environmental, physical or natural science, education, communications or closely related field. AND Three years of professional experience involving environmental analysis or control, environmental planning, environmental education, community outreach, or communications activities and conflict resolution. OR Equivalent education and/or experience will substitute, year for year, for the requirements above. Desired Qualifications Knowledge of Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA) public involvement process Initial 40-hour hazardous materials training followed by an annual 8-hour refresher SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: Application Instructions Please read the supplemental questions carefully and answer completely. Incomplete responses, including "please see resume" may disqualify you from further consideration. Please attach a cover letter stating why you would be a good fit for this position. Department of Ecology employees, please make sure to answer the agency-wide questions regarding permanent status as classified employee within the Washington General Service or Washington Management Service. Do not forget to select Department of Ecology as a response to question 2, and type your personnel ID number for question 3. If you are not sure of your status or do not know your personnel ID number, please contact Human Resources. If you are reading this announcement in print format, please visit www.careers.wa.gov<http://www.careers.wa.gov/> to access the online recruitment system. Click on "Look for Jobs" and select Dept. of Ecology under the "Department" search list. Click "Apply Search." Other Information >From July 1, 2011 through June 29, 2013, a 3% temporary salary reduction is in effect for most state positions. The salary listed above includes this reduction. For specific information on the Temporary Salary Reduction, please click here<http://www.dop.wa.gov/CompClass/TempSalaryReduction/Pages/default.aspx>. If you need assistance applying for this job, please e-mail careers@ecy.wa.gov<mailto:careers@ecy.wa.gov>. Please do not send an email to this address to follow-up the status of your application. You can view the latest status of your application on your profile's main page. The act of submitting application materials electronically is considered affirmation that the information is complete and truthful. The state may verify this information and any untruthful or misleading answers are cause for rejection of your application or dismissal if employed. This position is included in the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) union bargaining unit for the Department of Ecology. All employees covered by the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with the WFSE will, as a condition of employment, either become members of the WFSE and pay membership dues or, as non-members, pay a representation fee as described in the CBA, no later than the 30th day following the effective date of this CBA or the beginning of their employment. 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 or people with military status, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application/testing process or this job announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 407-6186. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388. Tacoma Smelter Plume Outreach Coordinator (Community Outreach & Environmental Education Spec 3) Supplemental Questionnaire * 1. Please select the statement that best describes your level of education involving major study in physical or natural sciences, education, communications, or closely related field. [Checkbox] I have 30-59 semester or 45-89 quarter credits [Checkbox] I have 60-89 semester or 90-134 quarter credits (AA degree). [Checkbox] I have 90-119 semester or 135-179 quarter credits. [Checkbox] I have a bachelor's degree. [Checkbox] I have a master's degree. [Checkbox] I have a PhD. [Checkbox] None of the above statements apply. * 2. Please indicate your degree and major study. * 3. Which statement best describes your professional experience involving environmental analysis or control, environmental planning, environmental education, community outreach, or communications activities and conflict resolution. [Checkbox] I have at least one year of experience. [Checkbox] I have at least two years of experience. [Checkbox] I have at least three years of experience. [Checkbox] I have at least four years of experience. [Checkbox] I have at least five years of experience. [Checkbox] I have at least six years of experience. [Checkbox] I have seven or more years of experience. [Checkbox] None of the above statements apply. * 4. Please provide more information, such as description of duties and periods of employment, to support your response to the previous question. * 5. Do you have knowledge of MTCA public involvement process? [Checkbox] Yes [Checkbox] No * 6. Please describe your experience with public outreach. * 7. Have you taken the 40-hour hazardous materials training? [Checkbox] Yes [Checkbox] No * 8. Please describe your experience explaining technical information to the public. * 9. Please describe how you organize and prioritize multiple tasks or complex projects. * Required Question For complete job posting please visit http://agency.governmentjobs.com/washington/default.cfm?action=viewJob&jobID=566602